Real Estate (Lot) Values in Seacrest Beach

[imasunbum]

Thanks to you that have given me your opinion. I will eventually sell the lot (bordering 30A) and have had lots of people giving me advice (realtors, etc...). The advice has been about 50/50 on the subject. It will probably just boil down to personal preference, but as Kurt said being able to advertise gulf view is great. Thanks again.

 

[Philip_Atlanta]

In my experience - In a beach area, proximity to the beach typically seems to be the #1 issue on the mind of most buyers and renters. Consequentially, you'll find higher rental rates and higher values.

Personally, I'd go for the view of the gulf (even though, as pointed out it is temporary) over overlooking the pool.

 

[Mermaid]

Do most people buy with renters in mind instead of themselves?

Sueshore, that's such an interesting question to mull over! Hand me the bottle of vino, please, it's going to take a while...

 

[Miss Kitty]

Sueshore, that's such an interesting question to mull over! Hand me the bottle of vino, please, it's going to take a while...

Why thank you Mermaid! You know me...just curious as a cat about other people and what makes them tick. BTW...we bought for ourselves...but sure wish we had bought MORE for renters!!!! :clap_1: I can't wait to hear your response....mostly because I will be able to understand it!!!!

 

[Paula]

Do most people buy with renters in mind instead of themselves?

We bought with ourselves in mind for the present (while kids are young), for the mid-term (when the kids go off to college), and for the long-term (when the kids come back to visit with their own families). And for retirement as well. The rentals are a very nice bonus.

 

[Philip_Atlanta]

We bought house #1 for us. From then on, mainly for return (investment potential & income from renters).

 

[imasunbum]

Do most people buy with renters in mind instead of themselves?

Good question Sueshore. There just seems to be such a hugh variety of buyers out there. So many for themselves and so many for rental. It will be interesting to see what happens. I have a condo at Seacrest by the pool too and it is so funny how many people want to be closer to the gulf view and every other one wants to be by that big pool. Just personal preference I guess. Hopefully one day someone will come along that wants my lot on 30A and if I'm real lucky I can retain some of that view.

 

[SHELLY]

Do most people buy with renters in mind instead of themselves?

I think the attitude has changed considerably over the last 3 years.

Used to be that people viewed their beach home as a place for peaceful enjoyment; a place to make memories and share good times....

...then the real estate frenzy/money grab changed things...

....now folks are simply looking at the "bottom line" when it comes to their homes (both primary and vacation)...what a shame.

 

[Sheila]

I think the attitude has changed considerably over the last 3 years.

Used to be that people viewed their beach home as a place for peaceful enjoyment; a place to make memories and share good times....

...then the real estate frenzy/money grab changed things...

....now folks are simply looking at the "bottom line" when it comes to their homes (both primary and vacation)...what a shame.

Do you think all folks are simply "bottom liners" ?

 

[SHELLY]

Do you think all folks are simply "bottom liners" ?

Not all...but certainly LOTS more than were around here 3 years ago.