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February 10, 2012

Q Club Condo-Hotel | Closed Sale

Q Club Condo hotel suite

Q Club Condo Hotel suite Fort Lauderdale Beach

After nearly 2 years of negotiating a short sale with the lender,  approval was finally granted to close on this hotel suite at the Q Club Condo Hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Boasting impressive views of the Atlantic Ocean from this high floor southeast corner suite totaling approximately 584 square feet, The Q Club Condo Hotel affiliated with Hilton Hotels, offers residents and guests resort living with 4-star amenities and just steps to the sand.

Fort Lauderdale Beach

Beach across from Q Club Condo Hotel in Fort Lauderdale

Originally purchased from the developer in 2007 at $352,000, this suite recently closed at $185,000 (53% discount).

For more information about this property and other Fort Lauderdale Beach Condos for sale, contact me today at 954.850.2397.

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Avenue Lofts | Closed Sale

Living area at Avenue Lofts in downtown Fort Lauderdale

Avenue Lofts condo

Clients of mine patiently waiting for this Short Sale to be approved finally closed on this fabulous 2,200+ square foot loft condo at Avenue Lofts in Fort Lauderdale.

Originally purchased in 2006 at $495,900 from the developer, this property closed recently at $274,000 (Discounted 55%).

Avenue Lofts is located near downtown Fort Lauderdale and offers a manufactured version of loft apartments famous and sought after in other cities across the country with high ceilings, exposed duct work, open floor plan and concrete block walls.

For more information about this property and other Fort Lauderdale Condos for sale, contact me today at 954.850.2397.

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January 19, 2012

Sky Harbour East Condo – Closed Sale

Clients of mine took advantage of a remarkable opportunity and purchased this 2 bedroom/2 bath oceanfront condo at Sky Harbour East condominium.

Ocean view from Sky Harbour East Condo

Sky Harbor is situated directly on the bank of Port Everglades with expansive ocean and city views and a daily parade of boats, yachts and cruise ships entering and leaving the Fort Lauderdale harbor.

Listed at $399,000 with Lago Mar Realty, this condo closed at the end of December for $375,000.

For more information about this property or other Fort Lauderdale Condos for sale, contact me today at 954.850.2397.

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Avenue Lofts Closed Sale (johnsabia.com)
Q Club Condo-Hotel Closed Sale (johnsabia.com)

November 17, 2011

Fort Lauderdale Ranks 5th on Realtor.com

Fort Lauderdale ranks #5 on Realtor.com’s Top Ten Early Turnaround Town Report.

In addition to Fort Lauderdale, six other Florida Markets (Miami, Orlando, Fort Myers – Cape Coral, Sarasota and Lakeland-Winter Haven) dominate the Top Ten list based on Third Quarter 2011 data.

All these markets have experienced significant reduction in inventory, median price appreciation, and the length of time a property sits on market for sale.

In addition, Florida has a lower unemployment rate and the warm climate makes it an ideal location for a vacation-second home.

With the  decline in the US dollar, Florida has seen a steady flow of Foreign buyers taking advantage of both their currency purchase power and the depressed real estate market scooping up properties at much lower prices.

The Fort Lauderdale Real Estate Market inventory has reduced by as much as 38% and real estate prices are trending upward after falling as much as 50% since 2005.

In summary, the real estate market seems to be in a recovery mode.  Buyers who are the fence about buying or are convinced prices will continue to fall, may want to reconsider.  Interest rates are at historic lows and now may be the perfect time to jump in.

Besides, the weather is great!

October 20, 2011

Fort Lauderdale Condos | Year To Date Market Report

Condos in Fort Lauderdale

Inventory for available Fort Lauderdale Condos For Sale including townhouses were down 29.4% year-to-date.  Closed Sales for condos were down 1.3% and pending sales down 29.3%.

Condos For Sale, Sold & Pending

For Sale / Sold / Pending

Average Price per square foot ranged from $178.00 – $208.00; up 2.4% year to date.

Average price per sq ft Condos

Average Price per Sq Ft

Average Days on the market for a condo has shrunk 18% to just under 4 months.  Sales Price versus Listed Price has remained consistent and ranged from 88% – 92%.

Average Days on Market & Sales price vs List Price %

Days on Market & Sales Price vs List Price

The Average List Price for a condominium/ townhouse ranged from $492,000 – $525,000; up 6.7% year to date.  The Average Closed Sales Price ranged from $214,000 – $275,000; up 5.6%.  The Median Sales Price for a condominium ranged from $150,000 – $193,000 and year to date is up 14.7%.

The Condominium Average Price for Sale/ Sold

Average Price For Sale / Sold

Median Sales Price for a condo

Median Sales Price

Months of Inventory based on closed sales were down 28.5% with a 7.7 months supply of condos/ townhomes for sale.

Months of Condo Inventory

Months of Inventory

Fort Lauderdale Condo Foreclosures decreased from under 6% of inventory down to under 3% of inventory; -67%.   Condo Short Sales in Fort Lauderdale made up approximately 10-13% of inventory and have decreased by 46.5% year-to-date.

Condo Foreclosures

Condo Foreclosures

Condo Short Sales

Condo Short Sales

Comparing August 2011 vs August 2010

  • Inventory is down 36.4%
  • Closed Sales are up 12.6%
  • Median Sales Price down 6.6%
  • Months of Inventory down 43.5%

In summary, the condo market continues to improve as inventory has decreased significantly from January.  Closed sales had trended upward in the 2nd quarter, however, they have since slowed down.   Inventory is on the climb again barely under 8 months.

Sellers need to focus on the list price as competition is growing each month.  Buyers continue to have a choice of properties to choose from, however, the sales versus listed price is within 10-20%.

Until next month….

Note: The above commentary is the personal opinion of the author only and should not be construed as “financial advice”.  The market changes from day to day.  Always consult with a professional realtor® before making any decisions about Real Estate.

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August 31, 2011

Canadians Continue to Invest In South Florida Real Estate Market

While the Average price of a Canadian home has doubled over the past 15 years, prices in South Florida – and much of the United States – have dropped as much as 50% since the 2004-2006 peak years.

In Canada, the average price of a home sold for just over $339,000 in 2010, up from $151,000 in 1995 according to an article earlier this year in the Montreal Gazette.  Price appreciation has resulted in significant increases in equity in Canadian homes.  This has made South Florida’s fire sale a great temptation for Canadian home buyers.

Canadians, by far, make up the largest percentage of international buyers and investors in the Sunshine State,” reports Patricia Fitzerald, president of trade group Florida Realtors.  Fitzerald accompanied Florida Governor, Rick Scott to Canada in June in an attempt to convince Canadian investors to come to Florida.  Thirty-six percent of all international real estate sales in Florida go to Canadians.

Fitzerald described the trip as a “trade mission,” stating that it offered “a prime opportunity to demonstrate the benefits of doing business – and living – in Florida.”  Scott added that many Canadian companies see Florida as having a “favorable business climate” and emphasized his own administrations “commitment to cut taxes” as one of the reasons many international buyers invest here.”

The primary reason for Canadians to purchase properties in Florida is the buying power.  The decline in the local real estate market combined with the buying power of the Canadian Dollar offers Canadians an opportunity not seen in past years.  Plus, the proximity and the warm climate make it an ideal winter vacation place.

With the rise in their home equity, many Canadians have chosen to refinance their existing home to access capital and then purchase their Florida property with cash, avoiding the need for financing.

For more information about buying or selling real estate in Fort Lauderdale, contact John Sabia to day at 954.850.2397.

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June 13, 2011

233 Garden Court – Marina Village Townhomes | Lauderdale By the Sea, Florida

Lauderdale by the Sea Real Estate

After 8 months waiting for lender approval on a short sale, clients of mine just closed on this outstanding waterfront Marina Village Townhome in Lauderdale By the Sea, Florida.

Built in 2007, Marina Village Townhomes consists of a total of 6 luxury townhomes with only 3 waterfront.

Originally sold for $1.3 million; this corner 3,000 plus square foot tri-level townhome with private elevator, roof top terrace, private balcony off master suite and boat dock just closed at $675,000.

Photos of Marina Village Townhomes in Lauderdale By Sea, Florida

Marina Village Townhomes

Marina Village Townhomes - Lauderdale By Sea

Marina Village townhome interior photo

Kitchen at Marina Village Townhome

Exterior backyard of Marina Village Townhome

View from roof-top terrace at Marina Village Townhome

View From Roof-top terrace

Lauderdale by the Sea is a quaint beach community nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway just north of Fort Lauderdale which attracts year round tourists to beach front shops, restaurants, water sports and a pristine beach.

Call me at 954.850.2397 if I can help you buy or sell a home in Lauderdale By the Sea, Florida.

May 25, 2011

Fort Lauderdale Waterfront Homes | Jan – March 2011 Market Report

First Quarter 2011 Market Report for east side Waterfront homes for sale in Fort Lauderdale show inventory levels are about 75 fewer homes for sale, which is not much of a reduction in the amount of homes available for sale over the past year.  The number of closed sales and pending sales have increased month over month for this quarter; however, they remain consistent with same time last year.

graph of waterfront homes Waterfront home Foreclosures in Fort Lauderdale represented .03% of available inventory and .05% of closed sales in the first quarter 2011.

Foreclosure Listing & SalesWaterfront Short Sales in Fort Lauderdale made up approximately 24% of inventory and .08% of sales in the first quarter 2011.

graph of short sale waterfront homesThe Average Price Per Square Foot is trending upward this quarter at roughly $341.00 per foot.  This includes all waterfront homes with fixed bridges and no fixed bridges.  No fixed bridges would have a higher amount.

Average Price per square foot for waterfron homesAverage Price For Sale trended upward slowly over the past year while Average Sales Price had a bumpy ride over the past year trending up for the first quarter 2011.  The Median Sales Price this quarter remained fairly consistent at about $993,000.

Average Price for Sale & Average Price SoldMedian Sales Price for a waterfront homeAverage days on the market is a little over six months.  The percentage a home sold versus the listed price is roughly 84%.

Average Days on Market for a waterfront homeMonths of Inventory is the big shocker here.  In the first quarter of this year, inventory dropped by almost 1 year.  A peak into April inventory reveals the level dropped another month to the lowest level over the past year.  Very encouraging.

If you are interested in selling or buying a waterfront home for sale in Fort Lauderdale, call me at 954.850.2397.   You can view property listings by searching the Fort Lauderdale MLS.

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March 29, 2011

350 Las Olas Place | Downtown Fort Lauderdale Condo

I recently listed this low floor condo at 350 Las Olas Place in downtown Fort Lauderdale.  A southeast corner unit offering almost 1,300 square feet with 2 bedrooms 2 baths featuring marble floors, granite kitchen with stainless appliances and a view onto Las Olas Blvd.  350 las Olas Place is a boutique condominium with only 163 residences boasting resort style amenities including 24-hour security, a roof-top infinity edge pool, fitness center and  clubroom with expansive views of downtown and the Fort Lauderdale coastline.

350 Las Olas Place

350 Las Olas Place

Kitchen

Kitchen

Living Area

Living Area

Pool

350 Las Olas roof-top pool

Call me at 954.850.2397 if you are interested in hearing more about this property or if you are interested in buying or selling a property in Fort Lauderdale.

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October 23, 2010

Fort Lauderdale Condos | Market Update – 3rd Quarter 2010

Fort Lauderdale Condos

Fort Lauderdale Real Estate – Third Quarter Market Trends for Fort Lauderdale Beach, Northeast and Southeast condominiums.

In September, inventory for Fort Lauderdale Condos for sale increased by 1% month over month and were down -7.6% from  January this year.  New Listings were up 8% in September; however they were down -24.4% as compared to January.  Closed Sales were down -20.3% from the previous month and were also down -2.5% as compared to January.  Pending Condo Sales were up 8.3% from August and were down -20.4% from January.

For Sale/ Sold/ Pending/ New Listing - Condominiums/Townhomes

    1 Month   9 Months    
  Sep 10 Aug 10 % Change Sep 10 Jan 10 % Change
For Sale 1900 1881 1% 1900 2056 -7.6%
New Listing 338 313 8% 338 447 -24.4%
Sold 118 148 -20.3% 118 121 -2.5%
Pending 195 180 8.3% 195 245 -20.4%

Of these figures, Inventory for Fort Lauderdale Condo Foreclosures was up 7.8% in September from August with a total of 110 properties classified as bank owned (5%).  As compared to January, REO inventory was also up 64.2%.  Closed Sales categorized  as foreclosures remained the same month over month and were up 20% as compared to January.

Condo Short Sales Inventory was down -0.9% in September from August with 321 properties (16%); however, inventory was up 7% as compared to January.  Closed short sales were down -12.5% in September from August and up 21.7% as compared to January.

The Average Price per square foot for a condo in September was $178.00, down -13.7% month over month and down -24.4% as compared to January.


The Average Days on the Market was down -24.3% in September and down -22.9% as compared to January.  Sales Price versus List Price differential ranges from 84% – 91%.


The Average Closed  Sales Price for condominiums in September was $224.00; down -14.8% from previous month and down -19.1% from January.  The Median Sales Price in September was $166.00; down 8.3% from August and down -7.8% as compared to January.


In September, there were 16.1 months of available condo inventory, up 26.7% from previous month and down -5.2% from January.

As we head into the winter season combined with the weak US dollar, I suspect we will see an influx of foreign investors and 2nd home buyers looking to take advantage of attractively priced condominiums on the sand or near the beach that on average are approximately 40-50% less than they were during the boom years.

The graph below illustrates Average Price For Sale and Average Price of Closed Sales from September 2002 to present day.  As you can see, we are basically back to 2003 prices.  I think we may very well be seeing a leveling off.


Fort Lauderdale Waterfront Homes | Market Report – 3rd Quarter 2010

Fort Lauderdale Homes For Sale | Market Report – 3rd Quarter 2010

For more information about Buying  or Selling Fort Lauderdale Condos, contact me today at 954.850.2397.

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