The Perdido Key real estate market continues its upward climb this year with a 15% increase in number of sales over 2021. New single-family home construction by DR Horton is the primary catalyst for this sales increase. The homebuilder has closed 56 new homes on the island this year, primarily within the new community of Serenity (off River Road) as well as Lost Key Golf & Beach Club. Single-family home prices are up 15% year over year.

Lost Key villas and townhomes continued their unprecedented increase in value with prices up 26% from this time last year. That said, those upward pricing trends are starting to level out (and even drop) as inventory has increased and Buyers have more choices. Condominium prices in Lost Key are up 17% from last year

The stunning landscapes along the Gulf Coast make it a shame to spend time indoors - even inside of a car. If you really want to experience all of the warmth and salt spray we can offer, you’ve got to do it on 2 wheels. Sandy beaches, stunning nature preserves, and convenient attractions make the area between Perdido Key and Gulf Shores the perfect place to bike. Most of the major highways offer bike paths, making it easy to ride next to the beach and stop in at a variety of restaurants and shopping centers along the way. There are also many parks in the area that provide world-class biking trails for your enjoyment. Whether you’re looking for a quick workout or a long, scenic ride, you’ll find plenty of opportunities nearby!

So grab your helmet and

Are you thinking about moving to Perdido Key? Good move! Life on our beaches is full of picturesque views, a tropical and laid-back lifestyle that promotes relaxation, and studies even suggest that oceanside living is good for your health (which is way easier than aerobics class). 

That’s why Perdido Key has over 30,000 people who call the island home and take advantage of all of the seaside benefits that it has to offer. But it’s not just people - Perdido Key is home to some endangered animals that also rely on its unique environment to thrive. These include the Perdido Key beach mouse, various sea turtles, and the piping plover shore bird. These unique animals are beach lovers just like us, and they don’t want to lose their coastal homes any more

You’ve seen the beautiful photos and you may have even visited our little piece of paradise here on the Gulf Coast.  It is laid back, slow paced and surrounded by white sandy beaches.  But are you curious where exactly this stretch of heaven is located? 

Well, Perdido Key is an unincorporated community in Escambia County, Florida between Pensacola, Florida and Orange Beach, Alabama.  Did you know “Perdido” actually means “lost” in Spanish and Portuguese languages?  It is located on and named for a barrier island in northwest Florida and southeast Alabama.  The Florida district of the Gulf Islands National Seashore includes the east end of the island as well as other Florida islands.  Perdido Key is actually no more than a few hundred yards wide in most

Many people buy condos in our area with plans to make it a rental throughout the year or even have it available for their family and friends when they are not using it.  These days, the small details really make a difference when it comes to making a vacation home comfortable and inviting for guests.  We’ve gathered a few tips on upgrading your condo with some simple modern luxuries that make a big difference. 

Smart Property Automation

The genius of these devices is the fact that you can grant or restrict access to anyone through any device that is web-enabled.  You’ve spent the time and money getting your condo ready for others and when welcoming guests into your rental home, you are entering into a relationship of trust.  Unfortunately, that

The Kathy Justice Team is passionate about local businesses and our spotlight this month is Mint Décor! Kathy has been designing and decorating her new beach cottage with a coastal décor theme and has fallen in love with Mint Décor & Design in Orange Beach, Alabama. 

One of Mint Décor’s owners and designer, Ardie Pearce, says “This business was built on integrity, joy and a love for people! When 99% of our customers leave our store laughing and hugging us…then 99% of my dream has been realized.”

The team at Mint believes in a more upscale and sophisticated approach to “Coastal Décor”.  You can visit their unique showroom to see their one-of-a-kind pieces.  The store is filled with rustic, modern, reclaimed and repurposed antiques and

Home and Condo staging has quickly become one of the most effective real estate marketing strategies in the industry. The trend really started to grow when the housing market crashed and the market was flooded with inventory. Home staging became a valuable asset to homeowners and real estate agents because it made their listings stand out from the fierce competition. Today, the housing market is still competitive but staging has become a regular part of the home selling process for more than one reason. Here, we’ll discuss the benefits of staging a home for sale and even discuss a few tips for the staging process!

What is Staging?

Home staging goes beyond cleaning, de-cluttering, painting and making minor repairs. Home stagers have expertise in

Buying a condo is not the same as buying a single-family home.  There are different considerations to be taken into account prior to purchasing.  Most condo purchases in our area will use them as a vacation home or income producing investment.

Condominiums simplify our lifestyles, require less maintenance and offer amenities like fitness centers, tennis courts and pools

When buying a condo, it’s important to know that every condominium community is different.  Each community will have their own rules, association fees, management company and amenities.  We’ve made a list of a tips to use when buying a condo!

Determine Whether a Condo is Right for You

As mentioned above, owning a condo is much different than owning a single-family