The real estate market has presented an incredible opportunity for Florida vacation home buyers. Values have dropped off their highs in 2005 and many sellers are now very willing to start negotiations at much lower prices. This has prompted many vacation home buyers to get back in the market.
What’s most important for Florida vacation home buyers? If you were to ask 10 prospective buyers the same question, you would get several common answers:
- Proximity to the beach or ON the beach
- Golfing in the community or very close by
- Waterfront home or boating access
- Close to the airport for easy access
- High Quality medical facilities nearby
TOP 2 Misconceptions of Florida Vacation home buyers:
- Condos Only: Some vacation home buyers require condos only, however many don’t want the condo or townhome feel. They want a home where they can bring their children and grand children. A vacation home to build memories of catching crab in the marsh, fishing in all the waterways, and spending fun family time at the beach.
- Peace and quiet – in the middle of nowhere: A vacation home is just that, a vacation. It should provide fun and relaxation from the day to day grind. However, I’ve always found that vacation home buyers coming from their busy lives in most places north of Florida, get bored with “middle of nowhere”. After a few days of relaxation by the beach and pool, most people need to get out and do something. Fine dining, shopping, and local events are always high on the list. None of which are easily found far off the beaten path.
Vacation Homes in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra Florida
Northeast Florida provides an incredible opportunity for vacation home buyers – especially when interested in waterfront. The Jacksonville area is unique in that it hasn’t had the same demand for vacation homes as South Florida which in turn has kept the homes very affordable. Start your Search here.
Key factors for considering the Jacksonville FL area for a vacation home:
- Pricing: Highly affordable when compared to South Florida.
- Temperate Climate: The summer is hot just like you want in a Florida location and late fall through spring is incredible.
- Waterfront availability: Miles of coastline and even more riverfront and intracoastal land and homes.
- Hurricane factor: Limited exposure considering other Florida locations.
- The city: Dining, shopping, culture, and sports are all available
- Medical: MAYO Clinic – need I go any further
- Residents vs Vacationers: Odd to include this one, but it is a key factor. This area of Florida is not a “seasonal area”. If you get here in May – everyone is still here!
Considering a visit to the First Coast to search out your perfect spot of vacation heaven? Contact me ahead of time and I can help you narrow down a few key areas. Also, check out our Buyer’s Services.
Several homes to check out:
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(all data current as of
2/4/2012)
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$795,000 : 2509 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH2 beds, 2 full baths
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$7,950,000 : 1075 Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH6 beds, 6 full, 3 part baths
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$349,000 : 5835 Gloria, ST AUGUSTINE2 beds, 2 full baths
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$2,785,500 : 587 Beach, ATLANTIC BEACH4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$2,400,000 : 51 Beach, ATLANTIC BEACH4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$809,900 : 2741 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH2 beds, 2 full baths
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$3,350,000 : 4335 Duval, JACKSONVILLE BEACH5 beds, 7 full, 1 part baths
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$5,500,000 : 1051 Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH7 beds, 8 full, 1 part baths
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$639,000 : 2929 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH3 beds, 3 full baths
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$1,449,000 : 2615 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$2,450,000 : 3607 Ocean, JACKSONVILLE BEACH5 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
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$799,000 : 3180 Coastal, ST AUGUSTINE4 beds, 3 full baths
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$1,079,000 : 2915 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA4 beds, 3 full baths
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$3,200,000 : 105 Bay, NEPTUNE BEACH4 beds, 5 full baths
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$4,800,000 : 345 Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH4 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
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$3,790,000 : 89 Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH3 beds, 3 full baths
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$1,195,000 : 3033 Ponte Vedra South, PONTE VEDRA BEACH6 beds, 3 full baths
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$1,100,000 : 1311 Strand, NEPTUNE BEACH4 beds, 3 full baths
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$4,995,000 : 329 Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH5 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
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$2,495,000 : 421 Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$1,475,000 : 3039 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH5 beds, 4 full baths
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$699,000 : 4030 Coastal, ST AUGUSTINE4 beds, 3 full baths
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$4,650,000 : 53 Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH4 beds, 6 full, 1 part baths
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$2,350,000 : 716 Ocean Palm, ST AUGUSTINE4 beds, 5 full baths
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$1,425,000 : 601 Ocean Palm, ST AUGUSTINE4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$1,995,000 : MLS # 483678 in FERNANDINA BEACH5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$850,000 : 2433 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH2 beds, 2 full baths
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$1,299,000 : 2617 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$1,050,000 : 2 13th, ST AUGUSTINE BEACH3 beds, 3 full, 3 part baths
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$643,000 : 2571 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA3 beds, 1 full bath
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$1,700,000 : 3081 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$1,199,900 : 7666 A1a South, ST AUGUSTINE BEACH3 beds, 3 full baths
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$3,800,000 : 1611 Beach, ATLANTIC BEACH4 beds, 4 full baths
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$1,250,000 : 4588 Coastal, ST AUGUSTINE4 beds, 4 full baths
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$649,000 : 33 Seaside Capers, ST AUGUSTINE3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$4,900,000 : 8 Dunes Row, FERNANDINA BEACH4 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
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$4,200,000 : 307 Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH5 beds, 6 full baths
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$1,650,000 : 2701 Ocean, JACKSONVILLE BEACH4 beds, 4 full baths
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$999,000 : 3091 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH3 beds, 3 full baths
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$775,000 : 2795 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH4 beds, 3 full baths
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$675,000 : 2927 South Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH3 beds, 2 full baths
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$2,200,000 : 707 Ponte Vedra, PONTE VEDRA BEACH3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$2,490,000 : 203 Oceanfront, NEPTUNE BEACH8 beds, 7 full, 1 part baths
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$2,450,000 : 1881 Beach, ATLANTIC BEACH5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$1,575,000 : 102 Magnolia, NEPTUNE BEACH5 beds, 3 full baths
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$2,630,000 : 1565 Beach, ATLANTIC BEACH5 beds, 4 full baths
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$1,099,000 : 1 E, ST AUGUSTINE4 beds, 4 full baths
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$1,399,000 : 1515 Strand, NEPTUNE BEACH4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$1,195,000 : 3717 Duval, JACKSONVILLE BEACH2 beds, 2 full baths
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$1,600,000 : 704 Oceanfront, NEPTUNE BEACH3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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