This home at 1829 Broyhill Ct in Pensacola is for sale and features a pool, large game room, and is just a few feet from a neighborhood park. This spacious ranch-style home is in Carriage Hills subdivision in Central Pensacola and is on an over-sized lot in a quiet cul-de-sac, which lends itself to additional privacy and security as there is no through traffic.

Enjoy the privacy and tranquility in a family friendly neighborhood with lots of space and room for the kids to play. Approaching the home, you will notice the front-entry, concrete driveway, lovely brick accent on the porch, spacious carport and large yard. Step inside to the foyer with coat closet and you will see the rooms have fresh paint and carpet is new throughout. The living room is to the left and just ahead is a beautiful, formal dining area. From here you can enjoy the view with direct access to the patio and large private pool through sliding glass doors.

The kitchen features a new refrigerator, smooth top stove, stainless steel backsplash, breakfast bar, spacious pantry, skylight and room for a small breakfast table. This leads to the large 16x23 bonus room which can also be a fourth bedroom, game room or family room if you choose. There are also two storage closets lowered track lighting which would be perfect to illuminate a pool table or large screen TV. This room has direct access to the large backyard as well as the carport. The remaining three bedrooms on the opposite side of the house have one and a half bathrooms with a shared shower/tub.

The large backyard is completely private with tall privacy fence and a large patio area overlooking the gorgeous pool. What a beautiful setting and full of possibilities! This great community offers quick and easy access to Bellview Middle School. A short drive away is the Bellview Shopping Center, the Osceola Municipal Golf Course, and several parks are within close distance as well.

To see this home at 1829 Broyhill Court contact Kim Gibbons with Emerald Coast Realty at 850-437-5618.

See property listing details for 1828 Broyhill Ct., Pensacola, FL 32526.

Are you looking for a private, peaceful setting yet still close to the water and all the amenities? We have found the perfect home for you! The beautiful Sugartree Townhomes are the perfect location for everything you could need to enjoy an upgraded move-in ready home and still be close to the beautiful waters of Escambia Bay, restaurants and more, just off Scenic Highway in Pensacola.

This unit has been completely renovated and upgraded. You will fall in love with the beautiful contemporary feel as soon as you enter. There is tile throughout and large open spaces with a warm color combination on sculptured lace walls. The grand kitchen features crown molding, custom cabinetry with pull outs and a large pantry for optimal storage space. There are stainless steel appliances, a cooktop stove, dishwasher, beautiful bronze fixtures, extra recess lighting, and gorgeous glass shelving. Sip your coffee in the mornings at the roomy breakfast bar.

There is plenty of space for a large dining table in the living/dining area which is lit up with two huge skylights. This leads to a large 16 by 10 foot den/study, or alternatively use this space as a formal dining room. There are extra windows at ceiling level and entry to the large patio with tall privacy fence. Perfect for cookouts or just a quiet relaxing day in the sun. The master suite features plenty of storage with three large custom designed closets all with mirrored doors. The over-sized master bath is one of a kind. It has a private commode with floor to ceiling custom cabinetry for even more storage space. There double vanities with gorgeous Kohler porcelain sinks, a huge custom shower with glass block wall and beautiful tile details. The roomy dressing area leads to the laundry nook that comes with washer and dryer. There is also a guest bedroom and powder room off the main living area. Extra sound proofing and a firewall were installed. There is a security system, for your piece of mind, an air filtration, and a sprinkler system. All the details have been attended to.

This beautiful complex has a park and picnic area. Enjoy walking with nature and the peaceful setting. Perfect for a family, vacation home or rental investment. With a low homeowner association fee, the lawn mowing, grounds maintenance, and roads are taken care of for you, all you have to do is sit back and enjoy.

To arrange a viewing, contact Kim Gibbons, Emerald Coast Realty, 850-437-5618.

See listing details for 3321 S Sugartree Dr, Pensacola, FL 32503.

When buyers think about a condo on the beach, what comes to mind? Can it be used as a rental? Where is it located? What kind of views does it have? What is needed to make it move in ready? Is it over priced?

South Harbour Condominium, in the heart of Pensacola Beach has it all. This private, gated condo is only a few steps away from some of the best restaurants, shopping, fishing, and entertainment in the Gulf.

Stroll over to the Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier to visit one of the longest and friendliest piers on the Gulf of Mexico stretching out almost 1500 feet and crossing two sand bars. Fishermen catch many Gulf fish species from the Pensacola Beach Pier that put up a good fight and are exceptional eating too.

Enjoy the Pensacola Beach nightlife and try one of the many fabulous restaurants located nearby; the Casino Beach Bar and Grill, The Grand Marlin, Peg Leg Pete's, Crabs, and Flounders Chowder House, just to name a few! You can take a short drive north to Pensacola for even more options for the best dining and restaurants the Gulf has to offer.

With no short-term rental restrictions, South Harbour provides an excellent opportunity for property investment. With projections well above the average, vacation rentals in the complex are in high demand. Many owners utilize the Vacation Rental by Owner website to attract visitors, or they enlist local prime vacation rental companies to manage the property.

Enjoy views of the Gulf of Mexico, Sabine Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway and see breathtaking sunsets from this west facing private balcony.

Completely upgraded with new lighting, crown molding, new ceiling fans, transom windows, beautiful granite counters in kitchen and baths, and new tile throughout present some of the features that set this unit apart from the rest. The newly modernized kitchen has beautiful cabinetry, new appliances, track lighting, and a distinctive backsplash with large subway tiles and enhancing elements that are sure to draw the eye. The inset dining area has stunning decorative glass detailing above the entryway; Alternatively, this space can be an office or den.

Relish in the magnificent views from a spacious open living area. The master bedroom has a great arrangement with private bath, large closet and sliding glass doors that invite you onto the generous balcony. This unit features a new convenient washer and dryer inside the condo.

Some of the common elements at South Harbour include a ground-floor exercise room and sauna. The sub-floor of the complex has private storage areas. There is a heated pool ready for year-round swimming and the dock offers convenient and sheltered mooring for boats in Little Sabine Bay. Boat slips are also available to purchase or rent.

To arrange a tour of this condominium contact Kim Gibbons, Emerald Coast Realty, 850-437-5618.

See listing detail page for South Harbour 3-D.

What a year for real estate! 2015 is being touted as the best year for housing since 2005 and judging by current real estate forecasts; the market will get even brighter in 2016.

In recent years many of the areas hit hardest by the housing recession began to experience big gains. That correction is now held in check by mortgage laws enacted to rectify problems that led to the bust. NW Florida is well known for its beach condos, investment homes and has a strong second home market. As such, we tend to feel recessions but are also blessed by economic booms. 2015 was a year of solid economic gains and this trend is expected to continue well into 2016. The latest Multi-Indicator Market Index released by Freddie Mac shows that the real estate rebound in Florida led the nation. The housing report released by Florida Realtors in October of 2015 shows that home prices rose 12.4% year-to-year for single family homes.

For the past few years, investors have been attracted to the area by an abundance of bargains and the high demand for rental and vacation properties. Demand for homes continues to rise from investors and prospective homeowners, but we now see a shortage of inventory. Buyers just cannot find enough homes for sale. Florida's inventory of homes last year was below the six-month supply economists consider a balanced market, but the number of homes for sale is expected to be even smaller this year.

Experts tell us that buyers planning to live in the homes they purchase will need to pick up where investors left off for there to be real growth. In the local housing market, the transition from one phase of recovery to the next has already begun.

The chart below condo sales in 2015 for the Pensacola area is one of the best years ever, and we expect 2016 to exceed this.

Condominiums are popular in our communities for beach goers and those that want to offset the cost of owning a second home at the beach by putting that home on a vacation rental market. You will find that many families looking to downsize and first-time buyers show a preference for condominiums as well. Much of 2015 showed a disconnect between first-time buyers purchasing a condo and their ability to qualify for a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) product. FHA rules on the operation of condo complexes have been somewhat prohibitive in recent years. In a fortuitous turn around FHA announced in November that it would relax its condo board rules, giving buyers more affordable options for condominium purchases. FHA is currently the most popular first-time buyers' mortgage product.

Employment continued to be a positive sign of growth last year, and it appears to be one of the main drivers behind the positive 2016 projections. The U.S. gained about three million jobs in 2014. The Chief Economist at Freddie Mac estimated that we were on track to add another two million in 2015 and expert forecasts show that employment will continue to grow in the coming year. Consumers will be in a better position to purchase their first home or sell their current home and upgrade to a new one. Consumer confidence in real estate has returned and is growing. This means there are more people in a position to buy a home.

We are starting 2016 with even greater housing demand. As we move into the new year, we have an abundance of positive predictions from many different sources. Realtor.com tells us to expect a healthy growth in home sales and pricing. New-home construction is expected to continue to grow but will focus more on affordable homes meant to cater to entry-level buyers.

In 2015, we exceeded projections and completed our best year here at Emerald Coast Realty. Our expert team of real estate agents worked hard with both buyers and sellers to create the best experience possible and hope to do the same with you in 2016.

See more detailed home sales data and information about the Destin and Pensacola real estate markets.

Written by Emerald Coast Realty

Featured Amazing Home for Sale

1612 Smugglers Cove Circle
Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

We have listed a home for sale in Gulf Breeze that is so unique, so special, and so loaded with amenities that we decided it needed a page just to describe all the special things it offers. Built in 2007, this elevated single-level, 3 bedroom - 4 bath luxury beach home sprawls over 4513 square feet on a private, half acre lot. It stands alone overlooking the Santa Rosa Sound, with a pier, boat lift, and floor to ceiling glass that offers a waterfront view to die for. Homes and Gardens Magazine even featured this beautiful property in a twelve-page article, emphasizing all the upgrades and design.

This is an Mediterranean style custom-built home, with modern options that are made to take full advantage of the views, as well as providing convenience and comfort for guests when entertaining. Every part of the home feels like luxury and soothing open space, from the large designer kitchen with granite counter tops, a wet bar, wine closet, and so much more; to the master bedroom and exquisite bath that speak of paradise found.

Extra high ceilings with crown molding, beveled glass doors, and an amazing home theater room will make you never want to leave.

But you will have to walk out the glass doors and drink in the huge deck along the back of the house. Outdoor entertaining is complete with plenty of grilling area and a beautiful suspended lanai, with steps leading down to the pier and boat dock. It will be a hard decision as to whether you want to wrap yourself in the indoor luxury, or fill your senses with waterfront sun or sparkling moonlight that waits outside. The Smuggler's Cove community also offers a pool and clubhouse just a block up the street. HOA fees on this home are quite low - just $60 a month.

The upgrades and special design features are endless. To see them all, download this Amenities Document. For more photos, see the listing at the end of the page.

The city of Gulf Breeze is a waterfront community located on the Fairpoint Peninsula in Santa Rosa County. Over half of Gulf Breeze has been set aside for 15 public parks. There are 18 miles of waterfront in the city, including the Santa Rosa Sound, the Bay, and some inlet channels. Schools are conveniently nearby any point in the city and are some of the most outstanding in the state.

The town of Navarre, which is even closer to this community, has a shopping and amenities you need.

The community of Smuggler's Cove is located in an area known as Midway - in between Gulf Breeze and Navarre. This is a small private community of established custom built homes. This unique property is the only house located directly on the sound, and has a much higher market value than any of the others. The nearest neighbor is across the street, although another waterfront home is being built on the western lot. You'll feel like you're almost in your own private island paradise when you look out over the sparkling water of the sound.

This home truly must be seen to be appreciated for all the amazing features it offers. If you're looking for a waterfront home with every amenity, this is the one. Call us for a tour of this one-of-a-kind property!  

See listing flyer | Youtube Video or see the listing detail below.

This town home style two bedroom 2 1/2 bath Boardwalk condo in Pensacola Beach has been updated from top to bottom. The entire home has been freshly painted in a complimentary beach hue that is set off with the beautiful laminate flooring.  Downstairs foyer has a large closet for extra storage.

The second floor houses the living room and kitchen that has been updated with granite and stainless appliances. Upstairs features the two bedrooms, each with it's own updated bath and balcony access. All of the bathrooms have been remodeled and the tile work is terrific.

Lovely water views are available from the master balcony. Boardwalk has covered parking and loads of storage inside and out.  This sound side complex offers a community pool and clubhouse,  a sandy beach on the sound and allows short term rentals. Truly the best of both worlds!

 To schedule a tour or make and offer contact Kim Gibbons, Broker at Emerald Coast Realty 850-437-5618.

Here is your opportunity to find a nice Pensacola house with a garage at 3530 Dunwody Drive in the Cordova Park neighborhood.

This move-in-ready home is ready for you to apply your own personal touches and upgrades. The bedrooms are good sized with windows and hardwood flooring which is under the carpet in two of the rooms. There is a spacious formal living room/dining room combo off the foyer and a nice family room in the back that opens to the back deck.

The yard has mature trees and bushes that offer privacy in the back yard and curb appeal to the front of the home.  We have this home priced to move so come see it soon.

Contact Kim Gibbons 850-437-5618, Emerald Coast Realty to arrange a showing.

Property detail for 3530 Dunwoody Dr., Pensacola FL 32503

This meticulously maintained home is located at 3325 Linger Court in West Pensacola.  Sellers have lovely upgraded and improved the home and their pride of ownership shines through out.  The foyer leads you to a generously sized great room that has beautiful laminate floors, wall to wall windows, new lighting and ceiling fans.  The kitchen features granite counter tops, a lovely tiled back splash and a breakfast bar perfect for snack time or homework.  Upstairs you will find an oasis in the master bedroom with a bath en suite.  

There are an additional two bedrooms, a second full bath and a bonus office space.  All three bathrooms have granite and the entire house has been freshly painted. 

The back yard feels enormous and includes a nice size patio and large shade trees for those warm summer afternoons.  Come see the nicest home in the neighborhood. To schedule a tour of this property contact: Kim Gibbons, Emerald Coast Realty (850) 437-5618

Details for 3325 Linger Ct. Pensacola.

Hands down this is the nicest home in the Harbour Square subdivision. Freshly painted with a modern color palate that perfectly complements the beautiful new laminate floors.

The owner’s updates and abundant windows thru out the home give the formal living room and formal dining an open airy quality. Built in 1974 this home has new cooper wiring, and updated heating and cooling system will give you peace of mind.

Nicely apportioned family room features a fireplace and an updated glass door with access to the backyard. Galley kitchen has upgraded tile back splash, new Silestone countertops, new hardware on cabinets and includes large windows overlooking the back yard.

The master bedroom has master bath on suite and overlooks the back and side yard. All the bedrooms are generously sized and have new carpets. This lovely home is a short walk to Regency Park for you and your family.

4725 Anchor Lane is a full brick home that’s move in ready and shows the pride of ownership your family deserves.

To arrange a tour call Kim Gibbons, Broker/Realtor at (850) 437-5618 Emerald Coast Realty.

Listing Details for 4725 Anchor Ln, Pensacola or view the Property Flyer

This lovely town home located at 456 Ft. Pickens Road beckons you to come live the Pensacola Beach lifestyle. Snorkeling, paddle boarding, sailing, fishing and more are at your back door. The open floor plans design features wonderful water views of the Little Sabine Bay. The master suite is spacious, inviting and includes a balcony over-looking this serene bay. This town home is fully furnished and has two bedrooms town, two and a half baths, four balconies, porcelain tile floors and was recently repainted in a pleasant beachy hue.

This great property has a garage and it has lots of built in storage. This 2007 town home was built to the latest hurricane codes and provides reinforced concrete floors and walls, hardie plank siding, a metal roof, and hurricane rated windows and sliders. The common areas are beautifully maintained by the home owners association so all you have to do is enjoy. Start packing and make your appointment to see your new home today.

Call Kim Gibbons (850) 437-5618, Emerald Coast Realty.

Details for 456 Ft Pickens Rd, Pensacola Beach or view the Property Flyer

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