Where is Brevard County, Florida?

Brevard (pronounced Bree-vard) County is located along Florida's eastern Atlantic Ocean coastline.

Located about 40 miles east of Orlando, Florida (one of the top vacation destinations in the world!), Brevard County is home to several municipalities including Palm Bay, Melbourne, Cocoa Beach and Titusville.

Additionally there are a couple of very popular planned unit developments in central Bravard County - Suntree and the new Viera.

Running along about 8o miles north to south and only a half dozen miles wide, this sliver of land is home to about 500,000 residents.

Boasting some of the best beaches in the state of Florida, some of the best schools in the country and some of the best golf courses around, it is no secret that Brevard County Florida is a destination spot for retirees, new businesses seeking the no income tax benefit of Florida, families seeking a family friendly environment and more.

A few helpful sites for those considering relocation to Brevard County, Florida include:

Brevard County Government web site

Brevard County Property Appraiser web site

Brevard County Public Schools web site

Florida Homes for Sale

Moving to Brevard County

Observations of a Viera Florida Real Estate Agent

If you are considering purchasing a home in Brevard County, Florida (especially Viera and Suntree), please let me assist you in the process.This is not like shopping for a car...you

must have one person you can work with - your own real estate agent!

Drop me an email at agent@moving2brevard.com and I will get back to you at your convenience. Or, if you prefer, call me at 321-693-3850.

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Bucci Realty, Rockledge, Florida.

Homes for Sale Viera, Rockledge and Suntree Florida

The Viera, Suntree and Rockledge areas of Brevard County, Florida offer some of the most desirable neighborhoods and developments for those looking to relocate to central Florida!

Some communities are gated golf communities such as Baytree Golf Course and Duran Golf Club. Some are gated, newer construction; some are older. The prices run the entire range from under $100,000 to millions!

The high quality schools, shopping, proximity to the beaches and Orlando, make central Brevard County a very popular destination fro those seeking a quality Florida lifestyle!

In December 2009 there were 50 new single family homes listed for sale in Viera, Suntree and Rockledge, Florida which was down from the 77 new listings last December.

The number of single family homes that sold in December was 27 which was down from 36 last December. Of course, December is traditionally a slow month for the real estate business!

The average sales price in December 2009 was $283,548 down from $286,000 last December.

Gary L. Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida serving Florida's Space Coast including the cities and communities of Melbourne, Viera, Rockledge, Suntree, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach and the surrounding region. Whether your interest lies in a 55+ community such as Heritage Isle, a golf course community such as Baytree National Golf Links or water front, give me a call me. Call me at 321-693-3850 or email agent@moving2brevard.com.

Read my blogs at www.brevard-homes-for-sale.com and www.movingbrevard.blogspot.com.

Condo Market Activity Viera Suntree and Rockledge FLorida December 2009

The Viera Suntree and Rockledge areas of Brevard County offer some of the finest choices in condo living in Central Florida's Brevard County.

There are only 78 active condos for sale as of today in the Viera, Suntree and Rockledge areas of Brevard County.

Overall, there are 1,308 condos for sale in all of Brevard County which includes some of the nicest beachfront communities in Melbourne Beach, Cocoa Beach, Satellite Beach and Indian Harbor Beach!

In Viera, Suntree and Rockledge there were only 9 new listings in December 2009. With only 7 units closing and 78 active units, there is a lot of choice!

The average sales price in December 2009 was $78,271 which was up from $73,625 during December 2008. There are quite a few condo short sales in the Viera area as well that are under contract and waiting approval by the lender.

Short sales are special, non-traditional sales and take lots of patience. Drop me an email at agent@moving2brevard.com if you would like information on short sales anywhere in Brevard County, Florida.

For information on the condo market in Viera, Suntree or Rockledge, Florida, please get in touch with me at agent@moving2brevard.com or phone 321-693-3850.

Gary L. Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida serving Florida's Space Coast including the cities and communities of Melbourne, Viera, Rockledge, Suntree, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach and the surrounding region. Whether your interest lies in a 55+ community such as Heritage Isle, a golf course community such as Baytree National Golf Links or water front, give me a call!

Reading the MLS listing will answer yor basic questions!

The last inquiry I had was about a condo listing I have under contract. I provided the information as requested and then the response came back I am not interested in a place that has....[fill in the blank]!

First of all, most good real estate agents in Viera Florida put the important information in the MLS listing! I always have done that as it is only fair to the consumer!

My advice - if you are window shopping, save yourself time by reading the listing!

I have written several articles on my blogs Florida Homes for Sale as well as Moving to Brevard County, about condo and association fees, the many varied subdivisions in Viera and Suntree Florida, golf course communities like Baytree and Duran, and one of my favorites - 55+ communities in Viera like Heritage Isle and Grand Isle. Please check them out!

If you are interested in buying or selling Brevard County, Florida, real estate, call me or email. I would welcome a chance to discuss the successful marketing of your home or the home buying market.

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, FLorida, 321-693-3850 or email agent@moving2brevard.com.

FSBO - For Sale By Owner Viera Florida

Over the past year or so I have seen very few for sale by owner (FSBO) homes for sale in the Viera are of Melbourne Florida.

It makes sense as it is not easy to be a FSBO seller in Viera, Melbourne or any place these days!

About five years ago there were lots of FSBO sellers in Viera. After all there were more buyers than sellers. That, f course, was part of the problem that resulted in prices continuing through the roof.

We are paying the price for the artificial inflation of housing prices a half decade ago!

If you are a FSBO seller in Viera and Melbourne, Florida, you certainly have your hands full. If you have a question or want some advice, let me know.

Send me an email to agent@moving2brevard.com for a prompt response or call 321-693-3850.

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida.

Visit my blogs Florida Homes for Sale and Observation of a Viera Florida Realtor.

If a move to Brevard County is in your future...Which schools are best?

Anyone considering a move to Brevard County, Florida, or any other place for that matter, should be concerned about the quality of education in the immediate area.

It makes sense.

After all, the local educational system impacts property values as homes in good school districts seem to be more desirable.

First of all, if you ask anyone about a particular school, the responses will be as numerous as people asked! Everyone has opinions when it comes to schools, especially in Brevard County, Florida!

If you are considering a move to Brevard County Florida, a place to check out the school grades is at the Brevard County School Board website. Here is a link that takes you directly to the grading site.

There is also a link to determine, based on address, what school your child(ren) will attend.

Another excellent school research tool is http://www.schoolmatters.com/.

If you are considering a move to Florida’s Space Coast, I invite you to give me a call or drop me an email if I can assist you in any way.

Gary Waters, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida, 321-693-3850, email agent@moving2brevard.com.

Read my blogs www.brevard-homes-for-sale.com and www.moving2brevard.blogspot.com.

Are Viera Home Sellers getting desperate?

Over the past several weeks I have come to the realization that buyers are of the opinion that all sellers are desperate.

There was a time a few years ago when sellers thought that all buyers were desperate. And they priced accordingly.

Such is the cyclical nature of supply and demand.

I had one caller tell me once that they had previously made an offer (with a different real estate agent) and the seller was just being stubborn!

I had a rental client tell me recently that the owner is probably desperate. In both cases I know the truth is the opposite! In this market, list prices are very attractive.

In this market, there are some desperate sellers but not every seller is desperate.

I have not seen any owners out on the street begging for an offer - yet.

[And real estate agents are not going to divulge their client's motivation!]

If you are looking to purchase, sell, or even lease property, remember realistic pricing is the key to success in a reasonable time.

Need a real estate professional who knows the Rockledge, Viera and Suntree areas of Brevard County, Florida, let me show you how I can help you. Gary Waters, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida.

Gary L. Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida serving Florida's Space Coast including the cities and communities of Melbourne, Viera, Rockledge, Suntree, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach and the surrounding region. Whether your interest lies in a 55+ community such as Heritage Isle, a golf course community such as Baytree National Golf Links or water front, give me a call!

Call me directly at 321-693-3850 or email agent@moving2brevard.com.