It is my business to know which properties are on the
market, and with 2,645 single family homes currently listed in the Greater
Daytona Beach Area, it is a challenge! I have been helping some out-of-town
buyers over the holidays who are planning on moving from a “cookie cutter” golf
community in southwest Florida to a “unique, forever home” in New Smyrna Beach.
When you are seriously looking for that perfect home, it helps to put together
a must-have list to save you time and energy. Everybody likes to look at pretty
homes, but a good agent will help you stay focused on those that meet your
criteria and the agreed-upon price range. (On a side note: this can also help
save your marriage, but that’s
another story.) I currently have buyers who can’t make an offer until their property
is on the market in Fort Myers, so meanwhile, I’ll share these with YOU!
1308 S. Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach, $899,500, courtesy
of Marcus Korndorfer Are you ready to adopt a coastal Florida
lifestyle? This riverfront home is move-in ready, has a furnished guest suite,
AND a pontoon boat waiting for you at the dock! This is a very classy address
situated across the channel from the yacht club. Your friends and family will
love visiting you. When they finish fishing off of the pontoon boat, you can
walk to dinner up on Canal Street and take in some live music at the HUB. If you enjoy the fine arts, you’ll be close
to well regarded galleries and potter’s studios.
500 N. Riverside Drive, Edgewater, $587,000, courtesy of
Marcus Korndofer
This beautifully renovated mid-century home
on prestigious Riverside Drive is just over the border of New Smyrna Beach.
It’s priced a lot lower than similar homes because there are no water views. If
you enjoy walking or biking, you don’t have far to go in order to enjoy the
waterfront on a daily basis. Situated on high ground on a corner lot, the
driveway is accessible from the side street leaving your front yard uncluttered
by cars. The mature oaks give shade and a graceful atmosphere to the property.
This home is a must-see. Compare it to
newly built homes further inland. What a great location!
2659 Pioneer Trail, New Smyrna Beach, $639,900, courtesy of
Lee Toutounchian, “Mr. T”
DREAMING OF A LIFE IN THE COUNTRY? When
you pull through the gate of this remarkable estate home, the curving drive,
tall pines and oaks, and manicured shrubberies give the impression of visiting
a southern plantation. Horses are
permitted, and you are close to the Doris Leeper Preserve with its many trails.
There is a separate garage with covered
walkway, a barn-like outbuilding (which needs work) and 2 ½ acres, bordering on
pastures. Inside, you will find
luxurious details including recessed lighting, generous crown molding, built-in
book shelves, and many sets of graceful French doors. Yes, it has a gourmet
kitchen and a gorgeous master bath. What makes this home most unique, is the
wide, generous porch, which encircles the entire dwelling. Imagine seating several friends, or extended
family, and comfortably dining al fresco on this remarkable screened in porch!
I keep thinking, Ina Garten, The Barefoot Contessa, would like to visit us
there.
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