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Waterfront Homes for Sale in Hernando Beach, Florida: Real Estate Market Report for January 2012

Silvia Dukes PA,REALTOR®,CIPS,CRS,Green, Spring Hill FL Homes for Sale : Real Estate Agent in Spring Hill, FL

Waterfront Homes for Sale in Hernando Beach, Florida: Real Estate Market Report for January 2012

The new year started out rather slow for homes sales in the waterfront community of Hernando Beach.

There were no closed transaction for the month of January 2012. However, 14 Hernando Beach waterfront homes are currently under contract ranging from $120,000 to $399,900.

The average list price for these homes under contract is $226,129 and the median price is $167,450. Of those properties under contract, five are pending and nine are under contract with various contingencies.

Hernando Beach Florida Waterfront Canal by Silvia Dukes

Inventory of waterfront homes for sale in Hernando Beach homes has remained stable since last month with only slight changes in the list price range. Most Hernando Beach homes for sale are offered as standard sales - there are currently three properties listed as short sales and one as a foreclosure property.

Total Number Homes For Sale: 63

Direct Gulf Access Homes: 42 Range: $108,0000 to $750,000 Median: $259,950 Average: $289,871

Indirect Gulf Access Homes*: 21

Hernando Beach Central: 10 Range: $104,900 - $329,000 Median: $238,500 Average: $215,680

Hernando Beach South: 11 Range: $220,000 - $499,900 Median: $299,900 Average: $330,045

*Hernando Beach Central and Hernando Beach South both have indirect gulf access via a boat lift.

Hernando Beach Homes for Sale by Silvia Dukes

There is Something for Everyone in Hernando Beach, Florida!

Hernando Beach Florida is a residential waterfront community and a popular boating and fishing community that offers boaters quick access to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

The Hernando Beach, Florida, community was developed beginning in the early 1970s. Homes are situated alongside generously wide and deep canals that lead to the Gulf of Mexico.

Homes for sale in Hernando Beach range from one-story ranch-style homes, cottage homes, all the way to newer two- and three-story stilt-homes. Many homes in the Hernando Beach community offer waterfront amenities such as floating and stationary docks, boatlifts, and swimming pools.

Many homes are equipped with extras such as elevators, wrap-around porches and sundecks, and ample parking for vehicles and boats, and other water sports equipment.

I am a Hernando Beach Realtor and have lived in Hernando Beach for many years. If you are looking for waterfront homes for sale in Hernando Beach, Florida, and would like more information about the community and living in Hernando Beach, Florida, please contact me.

Hernando Beach South by Silvia Dukes

Click here here for previous reports on previous Hernando Beach Homes for Sale:

Waterfront Homes for Sale in Hernando Beach, Florida: Market Report for October 2011

Waterfront Homes for Sale in Hernando Beach, Florida, Market Report for November 2011

Waterfront Homes for Sale in Hernando Beach, Florida, Market Report for December 2011

Waterfront Homes for Sale in Hernando Beach, Florida: Real Estate Market Report for January 2012

*Data derived from Hernando County MLS as of 2/9/12, believed to be accuracte but not guaranteed.

Timber Pines Community in Spring Hill Florida Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary

Silvia Dukes PA,REALTOR®,CIPS,CRS,Green, Spring Hill FL Homes for Sale : Real Estate Agent in Spring Hill, FL

Timber Pines Community in Spring Hill, Florida, Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary

That's right! The Timber Pines Golf and Country Club community in Spring Hill, Florida has been in existence for 30 years this year!

Timber Pines residents are celebrating "Thirty Years of Progress from 1982 to 2012" with two days of festivities that included today's 30th Anniversary celebration at the Lodge in Timber Pines.

Timber Pines Retirement Community 30 Years Anniversary by Silvia Dukes

Among the many residents, several Hernando County dignitaries as well as US Congressman Richard Nugent were in attendance. Many Timber Pines clubs and organizations helped make this celebration a success with special exhibits and performances during the ceremony.

Entertainment was provided by the "Big Band" of Timber Pines, members of the "Timber Tones" choir, the Jazz Kats Dance Group, the Pine Chords, and the Timber Pines Players.

Of course, no party is complete without a great birthday cake! Listen in on one of the musical selections delivered by the Timber Tones of Timber Pines:

Would you live in a dynamic and beautiful 55+ community such as Timber Pines and are you interested in homes for sale in Timber Pines? Then, please contact me for more information about the Timber Pines Golf and Country Club community and Country Club Living for Active Adults.

Timber Pines Community in Spring Hill, Florida, Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary

Speaking At The FAIR News Conference Announcing The Class Action Lawsuit Against Citizens Insurance

Steve Fingerman: Real Estate Agent in Spring Hill, FL

On February 7, 2012 FAIR announced a Class Action Lawsuit against Citizens Property Insurance. Attorney Mark Beausoleil, FAIR Regional Director David Welch, Steve Fingerman Board Member and President E Loans Mortgage Inc and Senator Mike Fasano, Announce FAIR's Lawsuit against Citizens Property Insurance for their practices of inflating Replacement Cost Values and Overcharging Florida Consumers. Florida Association Of Insurance Reform Announced on Feb 7, 2012 A Class Action Lawsuit Brought Against Citizens Insurance by It's Policy Holders at The Capital Building In Tallahassee

OPA! Greek Festival in Hernando County this Weekend!

Silvia Dukes PA,REALTOR®,CIPS,CRS,Green, Spring Hill FL Homes for Sale : Real Estate Agent in Spring Hill, FL

OPA! Greek Festival in Hernando County this Weekend!

Greek Festival in Hernando County FloridaCan you say "Gyros", "Spanakopita", or "Baklava"? Have you always wanted to dance the Syrtaki, also known as dance of Zorba?

If you love Greek food, Greek culture, Greek music, and Greek dancing, the Greek Festival that is taking place this

Friday, February 10th and

Saturday, February 11th, 2012

in Hernando County, Florida, will be the place for you to be!

Organized by Christ the Savior Greek Orthodox Church, the Greek Festival will kick off on Friday at 11 AM at the Auditorium of the Hernando County Fairgrounds on US 41 in Brooksville, Florida. Gates open each day at 11 AM and close at 8 PM.

There will be live music and entertainment and local Greek restaurants are participating to showcase their specialties of Greek cuisine.

Don't worry about the weather, the Greek Festival in Hernando County is held indoors. Admission is $1 Donation.

OPA! Greek Festival in Hernando County this Weekend!

Real Estate Market Report January 2012: Home Sales Continue in Timber Pines, Spring Hill, Florida

Silvia Dukes PA,REALTOR®,CIPS,CRS,Green, Spring Hill FL Homes for Sale : Real Estate Agent in Spring Hill, FL

Real Estate Market Report January 2012: Home Sales Continue in Timber Pines, Spring Hill, Florida

Home sales in the Timber Pines Golf and Country Club community in Spring Hill, Florida continued at a steady pace in the first month of 2012.

As expected, with many of our winter visitors seeking warmer climates, showing activity clearly increased in January in this popular golf course community.

The Timber Pines community in Spring Hill, Florida, is a popular 55+ community for active golf course living. Aside from golfing on one of the four golf courses within the Timber Pines community, Timber Pines offers its residents many other opportunities for an active lifestyle.

There are two community pools, bocce and shuffleboard courts, billiard room, a state-of-the art fitness center, walking trails, and much more.

If you enjoy traveling or theater, there are always trips offered to destination near and far. Timber Pines also has its own performing arts center bringing shows, concerts and performers right into the community for residents to enjoy.

Homes for Sale in timber Pines by Silvia Dukes

In January 2012, the sales price range for homes and villas sold in Timber Pines increased on the lower end but decreased on the higher end. As a result, median and average sales prices were lower than in the previous month.

Once again, buyers were able to close on homes at very favorable prices.

The winter months are a busy time for home sales in the Timber Pines community.

  • Inventory of homes for sale in Timber Pines has slightly increased.
  • As predicted last month, the number of homes going under contract has increased.
  • There are currently 31 homes under contract, almost doubled from the previous month.
  • Of these, 20 are pending and 11 are under contract awaiting the clearance of contingencies.
  • With very few distressed properties, the Timber Pines community maintains its reputation as a stable neighborhood.
  • Only five homes for sale in Timber Pines are currently offered as short sales and there are four bank-owned, foreclosure properties for sale in Timber Pines.

Homes for Sale in Timber Pines, Florida: 175

Inventory Single Family Homes: 197

Homes for Sale in Timber Pines Spring Hill Florida by Silvia dukesInventory Villas: 68

Range: $39,900 - $345,000

Average: $121,642

Median: $110,000

  • Average list price declined but median list price remained stable compared to previous month.
  • The highest priced home for sale in Timber Pines currently is a 3 bedroom pool home built in 1998 with 2500 SF with a golf course location.
  • The lowest priced home for sale in Timber Pines currently is a 1 bedrooom, 1 bath Villa with 767 SF.

Homes Sold in Timber Pines, Florida, January 2012: 10

Price Range: $65,000 - $142,500
Median Price: $82,250
Average Price: $84,700

Single Family Homes Sold: 5

Price Range: $65,000 - $142,500
Median Price: $91,000
Average Price: $101,700

Villas Sold: 5

Price Range: $54,000 - $86,000
Median Price: $65,000
Average Price: $67,700

Why not look for a winter home or full-time home in a 55 Plus golf course community such as Timber Pines!

The Timber Pines Golf and Country Club community is a 55+ community that enjoys great popularity because of its golf course, beautifully maintained appearance, and many amenities it has to offer its residents.

There are many good deals and opportunities available in the Timber Pines community.

Please contact me for a list of available homes for sale in Timber Pines, Spring Hill, Florida!

Timber Pines Golf and Country Club by Silvia Dukes

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Data derived from Hernando County MLS as of 2/8/2012 and believed to be accurate but not guaranteed.

Real Estate Market Report January 2012: Homes Sales Picking up in Timber Pines, Spring Hill, Florida