Posted on June 19th, 2013 by Jane
Multiple offers and the sellers found the perfect buyers for this picture perfect cottage that went under contract yesterday. The feeling is this is the time to buy. It may be June but it feels more like the height of the ‘buying season.’ For your next great buy contact jane@islandiarealestate.com 340.776.6666 941.544.5855 www.islandiarealestate.com
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Posted on May 24th, 2013 by Merry
“Villa Ellison” at Virgin Grand Estates is now under contract. This 3 bedroom house has beautiful views over Great Cruz Bay and the Caribbean and is a very popular short term rental. Features include new stainless appliances, large pool deck, air conditioning and excellent privacy between bedrooms. For more information on other houses for saale [...]
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Posted on May 14th, 2013 by Jane
A very sweet property sold today! It has been a wonderful retreat and a great rental income. We have seen increased activity on the island of St. John but buyers still have a great selection of homes, 159, as of today’s date. Keep in mind the home that has a perfect view, with the ‘just [...]
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Posted on May 7th, 2013 by Jane
By next week I should have very exciting news to tell you about Orion’s Hill, the “Jewel of Ajax Peak.” The estate is on the market and is sure to make some heads turn with the updates that will be forthcoming. In the meantime I have discovered some interesting statistics about pending properties (properties that [...]
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Posted on May 3rd, 2013 by Merry
So far so good for 2013. Homes sold on the St John MLS during the first 4 months of 2013 have surpassed those of 2012 by quite a bit. Four homes sold in the first 4 months of 2012, 3 of which were over $1M. Thirteen homes have sold in the same period this year with [...]
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Posted on April 23rd, 2013 by Merry
Just contracted, Villa Rendezview, has some of the nicest views on St John’s south shore featuring the amazing water colors of Rendezous Bay. This 3 bedroom, masonry home was built in 2004 and is just 5 minutes from Cruz Bay , enjoys beautiful moon and sunrises and collects the easterly tradewind breezes. List price [...]
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Posted on April 19th, 2013 by Karye
Great water views to the south towards St. Croix with panoramic views of Chocolate Hole and Hart Bay from this .56 acre parcel with a moderate, downhill grade allowing easy access. Popular rental area with paved roads & close to Cruz Bay town location. Established HOA with deeded beach access to Chocolate Hole and Hart [...]
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Posted on March 29th, 2013 by Merry
“According to the National Association of REALTORS®, February existing-home sales and prices affirm a healthy recovery is underway in the housing sector. Sales have been above year-ago levels for 20 consecutive months, while prices show 12 consecutive months of year-over-year price increases. Total existing-home sales, which are completed transactions that include single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums [...]
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Posted on March 27th, 2013 by Karye
FIXER-UPPER ON AJAX PEAK PRICED TO SELL FAST! Great potential in what used to be a very successful vacation rental cottage once featured in the 2006 Tradewinds House and Home Magazine. The half-acre site borders National Park lands and offers panoramic views overlooking St. John’s north shore. The main house has a living room, kitchen, [...]
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Posted on March 5th, 2013 by Merry
Only 2 months and a few day have passed so far in 2013 but I just had a look at the sales statistics and this year seems to be an improvement over 2012 – so far. From 1/1/12 to 3/5/12 six sales occurred including one house and five land parcels. So far in 2013 we have [...]
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Posted on March 2nd, 2013 by Jane
Exciting news, we’re working on getting the inventory down! Lucky people that have just contracted on St. John Livin’. Would love to help you find your perfect property on St. John, contact jane@islandiarealestate.com 941.544.5855 www.islandiarealestate.com
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Posted on January 25th, 2013 by Jane
Spectacular waterfront, two contiguous parcels of land over 2 acres each and each listed at 2M. A 4.47 acre purchase in Paradise! Time to escape from the cold and bask in the enveloping warmth of St. John. Contact Jane@islandiarealestate.com www.islandiarealestate.com 941.544.5855 340.776.6666 Broker Reciprocity
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Posted on January 9th, 2013 by Jane
Islandia Real Estate continues to be #1 real estate company with the St. John Board of Realtors; both in volume of active properties, over $150,000,000 and in sales at over $30,000,000 for 2012. This news is evident in the listings that we are entrusted to sell and in the care and guidance we give customers [...]
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Posted on December 7th, 2012 by Jane
This past year we have seen an upswing in land sales on St. John. 30 parcels of land have closed this year and 6 more are under contract, compared to last years total of 27. The last year we saw a higher number of sales was in 2006, with a total of 33 (we may [...]
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Posted on November 29th, 2012 by Jane
According to news gathered from CNN, Business Insider, Case-Shiller, and Jefferies Economics we have a Rodney Dangerfield ‘Triple Lindy’ happening with the real estate market. Mortgage rates have fallen to a record low, home prices have seen the biggest rise in more than 2 years, and November consumer confidence is again the highest since Feb. [...]
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