Waterfront Properties | Real Estate News, Information & Blog - Blog Archive: May, 2012

Are you in the market for a new home? If you love a lifestyle that is focused on peaceful living in beautiful surroundings, you may want to consider Hobe Sound! 

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What Treasure Coast Living Has to Offer

One of the top places to live in America from Sperling’s Best Places to live is the quaint city of Hobe Sound. Hobe Sound is located on Florida’s Treasure Coast between Jupiter and Stuart. It has been growing quickly and expanding population. Still with its recent growth, Hobe Sound has remained a sanctuary with residents who are committed to retaining the serene charm of their village-like home. It has been stated that at Hobe Sound’s front door lies the Gold Coast and that at her back door lies the Treasure Coast. With an unbeatable location,…

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This year on June 16th, 2012 will be the Inaugural Craft Beer Festival and Burger Bash held at the PGA National Resort and Spa. This event has been a popular spectacle in Miami for many years with sponsors from the Food Network and celebrity chefs joining the competition. Now, locals from Palm Beach County can enjoy the event that benefits the Surfrider Foundation Palm Beach County.  

At the bash you can enjoy over 50 different microbrews in unlimited 2 oz. servings from all over Florida as well as the nation. Munch on samples of burgers from your favorite restaurant, shop and enjoy live music. The first annual Craft Beer Festival and Burger Bash is sure to be an amazing time to spend with friends and family. It is going to be the biggest competition…

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If you have a classic car or you just love to look at them, you have to check out the monthly classic car show at the Jupiter Abacoa Town Center. The Abacoa Town Center Cruise In is held on the first Saturday of every month, which means we have one coming up this weekend. 

All of the streets that wind through the Abacoa Town Center are blocked off and are lined with impeccable classic cars and cool custom rods. This popular cruise is limited to year 1974 and older vehicles (later models of special interest may be allowed with prior approval). Around 5pm when the event begins you can stroll along the rows of hot rods, enjoy different vendors at a discount, raffles and a parade. Many of the vendors come from Abacoa’s shops and restaurants offering a…

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For many years, Jupiter, Florida residents and visitors have dreamed of an entertainment square locally situated that incorporates all the scenic beauty of area, wonderful outdoor living, and fabulous leisure activities such as dining, music, outside activity, and shopping.  Beginning in June, 2012, on the former location of the Burt Reynolds and Friends Museum, Jupiter Riverwalk at Harbourside Place will begin to come to fruition with an 18 month construction schedule.  Permits from all local and state government agencies have been approved for the estimated $144 million dollar project.

Description for the plans are said to be “a cross between Mizner Park and City Place except with a hotel and waterfront”.  The ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony…

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The timing couldn’t be better for purchasing in the Jupiter area.  Buy now and save now.  Most major news sources are claiming we have hit the floor in the housing market, which would make this the perfect opportunity to secure your dream waterfront home! 

Jupiter, Florida is a pocket of highly desired waterfront living with its access to the Atlantic Ocean via the Jupiter Inlet.  Many of the enviable waterfront properties are located on the Loxahatchee River or the Intracoastal Waterway, which lead directly to the Atlantic Ocean some of the best sport fishing and boating around!  Families with discerning tastes are taking opportune time to buy their vision.   

According to a study conducted by Robert Shiller, a professor at Yale with a long and…

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Polo is not only for royalty in Florida; actually polo has been a favorite pastime of local Floridians for years. The International Polo Club Palm Beach is located in Wellington, Florida. Wellington is recognized as the heart of horse county in South Florida, where the game of polo is thriving. Polo used to be practiced by kings but it now graces the Palm Beaches every year. The international polo season begins in early January and continues on until late April and into May. During the season you can come and enjoy the game as well as all of the events that surround it.

On polo Sundays, you can meet and greet socialites of Palm Beach County under the Nespresso Grande Pavilion. The pavilion is located field side and its…

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It is no secret that Jupiter is recognized for its fishing. In fact, Jupiter holds a good reputation for much more than just fishing (golf, real estate, celebrities, shopping, dining and entertainment, to name a few), but if you are looking for a new adventure and access to a boat doesn’t rest at your finger tips, try chartering! There are endless opportunities for you and your friends, kids or family to go out on a fishing charter here in Jupiter. 

Because Jupiter has been proclaimed one of the best sport fishing areas in Florida, the business of fishing charters has flourished. We have a couple of great recommendations for local captains who know the waters of Jupiter like the back of their hands.  

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Jupiter Fishing Charters

Jupiter Fishing is owned…

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 “THE SQUARE GROUPER”

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You have spent a picture perfect “postcard” day swimming, sunning, boating, fishing, and enjoying all the benefits of Jupiter, Florida.  Now after a lazy nap under rustling coconut palm trees in a comfy hammock, it’s time to make an evening plan with friends and/or family. You ask yourself the same old question…  “What would you like to do tonight?

Opportunities abound for early evening hours as the sun just begins to set.  Consider warm balmy breezes at a local favorite watering hole, The Square Grouper Tiki Bar and Castaways Marina, overlooking the most historic landmark in Jupiter.  The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse was designed by Civil War hero General George Meade and it has been fully functioning and operated by the Coast…

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Does the acronym “SUP” mean anything to you? SUP stands for stand up paddle boarding and it is something Floridians have loved for years. It has recently gained tremendous interest from Jupiter locals. If you enjoy the water, sun and adventure you have to try standup paddle boarding at Jupiter Pointe Paddling at the Jupiter Pointe Club and Marina in Jupiter.

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The paddling packages and tours that are offered at Jupiter Pointe Paddling are amazing! You can do anything from guided tours to yoga classes on the stand up boards.

WHATS OFFERED: 

Island Tours- are held every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 11 am. The island tours are 90 minutes and guided

Full Moon Tours- these are 90 minute, guided tours that take place during clear nights underneath the…

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Some analysts say that our economy is currently a “buyer’s market” and some may disagree. It comes as no surprise that the economy has been volatile. However there has been a silver lining on this ominous could, the sale of homes in Palm Beach County has been strong! According to the Palm Beach Post, the annual change in home sales in Palm Beach County has gone up 26 percent, from May 2011 to May 2012! This May has also been the 3rd consecutive month where home purchases have soared over the 1,000 mark. This month Florida realtors sold 1,115 homes in Palm Beach County according to a recent report. Fantastic!!! 

Here at Waterfront Properties our clients drive us. We have a dedicated staff, as well as a knowledgeable and experienced group of realtors…

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