Real estate market watch for Ormond By The Sea Florida

Ocean View Realty Group has updated the Ormond By The Sea Florida Real estate market watch page on its web site to reflect August 2010 activity.  Homes and condos for sale as of 9-1-2010 are indicated as well as the sales of Ormond By The Sea homes and condos for August 2010.  A new section has been added indication Plantation Bay Golf and Country Club homes for sale by price range.  All information is taken from the Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors Multiple Listing Service (MLS).  View the updated information at http://ovrealty.com/Market_Watch.html

1415 Ocean Shore Blvd., Regency Plaza 1001, Ormond Beach, FL 32176

Regency Plaza 1001

1415 Ocean Shore Blvd
Ormond Beach, FL 32176

Regency Plaza condo unit 1001 is directly on the beach in beautiful Ormond By The Sea, Florida. Unit 1001 is at the east end of the building and offers fabulous views of the Atlantic Ocean from every room. Access your oceanfront balcony from the living room and both bedrooms.

This condo unit is fully furnished & equipped and ready for a new tenant to enjoy life on the beach.
The remodeled kitchen and baths give a modern look to this condo that boasts wood flooring, TV in both bedrooms and plantation shutters. The master suite has a king bed and the second bedroom has a queen bed.
Available for annual lease at $2400 monthly. Rent includes cable, water, sewer and pest control.

Additional photos are on the Ocean View Rental Group web site
http://www.ovrealty.com/Regency_Plaza_1001.php

For information about Ormond Beach and Ormond by the Sea Florida homes and condos for sale and for rent call 386-441-8245 or visit the Ocean view Realty Group web site at http://www.ovrealty.com/ where you can also search the Daytona Beach area multiple listing service (MLS) anonymously.

Dick’s Sporting Goods comes to Daytona Beach, Florida

Dick’s Sporting Goods is now open at International Speedway Square in Daytona Beach, Florida. From fitness to fishing; from team sports to skating, bowling and golf, Dick’s has a large assortment of equipment and apparel. Visit the New Store at 2500 West International Speedway Blvd. Daytona Beach, Florida.

For information about Ormond Beach and Ormond by the Sea Florida homes and condos for sale and for rent call 386-441-8245 or visit the Ocean view Realty Group web site at http://www.ovrealty.com/ where you can also search the Daytona Beach area multiple listing service (MLS) anonymously.

Things a Seller can do before the home inspector arrives

A checklist of things a Seller can do before the home inspector arrives
Doing as much as possible before the Buyer's property inspection helps ensure that escrow goes more smoothly. Following is my "checklist" of items often found during the course of a property inspection that a Seller could do or could easily hire a general handyperson to do.

OUTSIDE

• Check that doorbells work.
• Check for missing roof shingles.
• Check for loose/damaged/clogged gutters/downspouts.
• Check attic ventilation and condition of vent screens.
• Check to see if there is standing water, especially near the foundation, after irrigation or rainfall.
• Check for cracks in foundation walls.
• Check structure (including attic and foundation crawl space) for pests (termites, wasps, spiders, nests, etc.).
• Check exterior weatherproofing (stain, paint, etc.).
• Check for any wood in direct contact with soil, including fences and gates.
• Check for loose wiring (electric, cable, phone) and poor wire terminations.
• Check for holes and damage to siding, doors, windows, and trim so that structure is weatherproof.
• Check condition of fences or gates (leaning, damaged).
• Check that any exterior outlets are weatherproofed and not in permanent use for any landscape lighting.
• Check condition of landscape components (retaining walls, landscaper timbers, etc.).
• Check for overgrown vegetation, especially in walkways; growing on siding, roof, chimney, fences, or in gutters; or too close to utility lines.
• Check for trip hazards in walkways, driveways, and stairways (deterioration, vegetation, etc.)
• Check for loose, missing, or rusted guardrails and handrails at stairways, decks, balconies, and porches.
• Check that landscape lighting/irrigation systems work, and that sprinklers don't spray on fences or buildings.
• Check condition of pool and spa, and related equipment and utilities.
• Check that ponds, fountains, and waterfalls, and related utilities, work properly and are protected from children.

PLUMBING

• Check that seismic straps are on the water heater.
• Check that stoppers work in bathtubs and sinks.
• Check for clogged drains.
• Check that toilet seat bolts and screws are tight.
• Check that faucets don't drip or leak around the base.
• Check stop action on faucet handles.
• Check condition of caulk/grout in bathtubs/showers.
• Check insulation on water pipes in foundation crawl space and attic.
• Check for safe and easy access to water shutoff valves (street curb, water heater, sinks, toilets, etc.).
• Check for safe and easy access to any gas shutoff valves (meter, furnace, water heater, etc.).
• Check for loose toilets and loose toilet tanks.

ELECTRICAL

• Check for safe and easy access to electric panels and main circuit breaker.
• Check that ceiling fans work on all speeds.
• Check for burned out lights, including ceiling fans.
• Check for damaged or loose outlets and light switches, including covers for outlets and switches.
• Check for unplugged appliances, and unplug anything that is unnecessary to facilitate outlet testing by the Buyer's property inspector.
• Remove extension cords and outlet multipliers.
• Check that outlets work.
• Check for outdated two-prong outlets and upgrade them to three-prong outlets.
• Check for properly working GFCI outlets in kitchen, bathrooms, garage, and exterior.
• Check that exhaust fans work in kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry area.
• Check that any electrical junction boxes have covers.

INSIDE

• Check condition of towel holders and tissue holders.
• Check condition of bathtubs, showers, and shower doors, and replace old shower curtains.
• Check that safety seal shows on floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors.
• Check that carbon monoxide alarms work.
• Check that smoke alarms work, and that they are present on each floor of multi-story houses.
• Check for loose kitchen and bathroom countertops.
• Check ease of operation for doors (including closet doors and cabinet doors), drawers, and windows, including windows nailed or painted shut.
• Check for missing, loose, or damaged hardware on doors (including closet doors and cabinet doors), drawers (stops and guides), and windows.
• Check for loose glass panes in windows and doors, as well as glass with holes or cracks in them.
• Check that latches/locks work on doors (including closet doors and cabinet doors), drawers, and windows.
• Check for damage to screen windows.
• Remove excessive storage (closets, attic, garage).
• Check for damage to walls and ceilings that need to be patched and painted.
• Check for moisture stains on ceilings and walls; around doors and windows; near sinks, toilets, bathtubs, and showers; and near the dishwasher.
• Check for loose, missing, or damaged guardrails and handrails in stairways.
• Check for loose, broken or missing baseboards and door and window moldings.
• Check for cracked tiles or deteriorated grouting in kitchen and bathrooms.
• Check that kitchen appliances work.
• Check that an anti-tip device is installed on the range.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Let dogs and cats vacation for a few hours with a family member, friend, or at a pet spa. Check that other pets (birds, snakes, rodents, etc.) are caged.
• Certain items should be inspected annually due to their inherently dangerous nature. These include gas-using appliances, pool/spa equipment, roof, and the fireplace and chimney. If they have not been inspected within the last 12 months, having it done now can make escrow go more smoothly.
• Check that filters are in place and clean (kitchen range hood, heating/cooling, bathroom fans, etc.).
• Check for soot, cobwebs, and wildlife in the fireplace and lower areas of the chimney.
• The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) recommends that the fireplace and chimney undergo a Level II inspection any time real estate ownership is transferred, and I recommend having that done prior to the Buyer's inspection.
• Check that the fireplace damper opens/closes easily.
• Check for manufacturer installation guides, operating instructions, or user guides that you can provide to the buyer, especially for kitchen appliances; heating and cooling system; water heater; security, irrigation, fire suppression, central cleaning, and water modification systems; water well; and septic system.
• Many property inspectors exclude inspection and testing of some specialized systems, such as security and irrigation systems. Once you get the Buyer's inspection report, note what the Inspector did and did not do or could and could not do. Offer to meet with the Buyer to demonstrate how those systems are operated and maintained, and provide the contact information for any companies that regularly service the systems.
• Check for receipts and warranty papers for any work done on the property, particularly for inspections and work done to prepare the property for sale.

This list is the work of Russel Ray, San Diego home inspector, San Diego, CA and it is reprinted here with his permission.

Ormond Beach Fire Department Offers Flu Shots

Ormond Beach Fire Department Offers Flu Shots

The City of Ormond Beach, Florida is once again providing seasonal flu shots for anyone age 18 of older.
The Ormond Beach Fire Department is administering the shots at Fire Station #91, 364 South Atlantic Ave., Ormond Beach.



Flu Shots cost $25.00 which is payable by Medicare Part B, Visa, Master card, check or cash.

Hours are:
7:30 AM to 12:00 Noon - Monday, Wednesday and Friday
1:00 PM to 6:00 PM - Tuesday and Thursday

For up-to-date information, please visit the City of Ormond Beach web site at http://www.ormondbeach.org/. For further assistance, you may contact the Ormond Beach Fire Department Administration Office at 676-3255.

Plantation Bay Golf and Country Club homes sold August, 2010

Through the Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors Multiple Listing Service (MLS) 4 homes sold in Plantation Bay Golf and Country Club in Ormond Beach, Florida during the month of August 2010. Sold prices ranged from $120,000 to $330,000 and the average was $225,500.

Lenders were involved in 3 of the 4 sales. There are 10 additional homes under contract awaiting closing and 4 of those involve a lender.

For information about Ormond Beach and Ormond by the Sea Florida homes and condos for sale and for rent call 386-441-8245 or visit the Ocean view Realty Group web site at http://www.ovrealty.com/ where you can also search the Daytona Beach area multiple listing service (MLS) anonymously.

Ormond By The Sea Florida Homes sold August, 2010

Ormond By The Sea Florida Homes sold by price range August, 2010

Through the Daytona Beach Area Realtors Multiple Listing Service there were 16 Ormond By The Sea, Florida homes sold in August, 2010.  Seven of the sales had bank involvement, either a short sale or foreclosure. Additionally, there are 49 homes under contract waiting closing and 27 of those have lender involvement. The highest priced home sold was a 2-bedroom on Neptune Park Drive for $330,000 and the lowest priced was a 2-bedroom 1 bath on Azalea Dr for $75,000.
There were 6 sales in August, 2009 and 5 homes were sold in August 2008.

The chart below shows a breakdown of the Ormond By The Sea, Florida homes sold in August, 2010 by price range.

Price range $in thousands	Number	1Bdrm	2Bdrm	3Bdrm	4+Bdrm	Lender involved
Under $100,000	4	0	4	0	0	2
100,000-149,999	5	1	1	2	1	3
150,000-249,999	4	0	0	3	1	2
250,000+	3	0	2	1	0	0
Total number	16	1	7	6	2	7

For information about Ormond Beach and Ormond By The Sea Florida homes and condos for sale and for rent call 386-441-8245 or visit the Ocean view Realty Group web site at http://www.ovrealty.com/ where you can also search the Daytona Beach Florida area multiple listing service (MLS) anonymously.

Plantation Bay Golf and Country Cub in Ormond Beach Florida homes for sale Sept 1, 2010

Plantation Bay homes for sale

Plantation Bay Golf and Country Cub in Ormond Beach Florida homes for sale through the Daytona Beach Area Association of  Realtors Multiple Listing Service (MLS) as of September 1, 2010 by price range.

Price range	Homes
Under $150,000	4
150,000 to 199,000	10
200,000 to 249,000	16
250,000 to 299,000	10
300,000 to 399,000	8
400,000 to 799,000	8
800,000 and over	6

As of September 1, 2010 there are 62 single family homes for sale in Plantation Bay Golf & Country Club. Asking prices range from $125,000 to $7,700,000. 
Ten homes are under contract awaiting closing of which 4 involve the lender, either forclosure or short sale.

For information about Ormond Beach and Ormond by the Sea Florida homes and condos for sale and for rent call 386-441-8245 or visit the Ocean view Realty Group web site at http://www.ovrealty.com/ where you can also search the Daytona Beach area multiple listing service (MLS) anonymously

Can you hear me now?

No, this is not an ad for a phone company, just a story about how condo living can present some unique challenges.  We live in a condo along the second fairway of the north course at Plantation Bay Golf & Country Club, a gated golf community in Ormond Beach, Florida.

Plantation Point Condo

The units are spacious and have a large wrap around screened porch.

Our neighbor upstairs installed wireless speakers on his outside porch so they could sit out and listen to music.  As it turned out they were listening to more than music! 

When the upstairs neighbors had their speakers on all of our phone calls on our cordless phone were being broadcast to the neighborhood.  Golfers could probably hear us as they hit the ball off the tee.  Turns out our cordless phone signal was being received by the speakers upstairs!  We need to do some testing to see if we can switch channels on the cordless to solve the problem. 

Can you hear me now?  The joys of condo living.

Homes for sale in Ormond By The Sea Florida

  Homes for sale in Ormond By The Sea Florida

157 Longwood Dr $125,000

There are 106 Homes for Sale in Ormond By The Sea, Florida through the Daytona Beach Area Realtors Multiple Listing Service as of September 3, 2010 and an additional 50 homes are under contract awaiting closing.
Lenders are involved in 24 of the homes for sale(23%) and 26 (56%) of the homes under contract. 
Asking prices for homes currently for sale range from $49,900 to $1,799,000.
    The chart below shows the homes for sale by price range

Price range in $ Thousands	Number	1Bdrm	2Bdrm	3Bdrm	4+Bdrm
Under 100	15	1	11	2	1
100-149	19	0	16	3	0
150-199	16	0	8	8	0
200-299	20	1	2	14	3
300-499	16	0	1	8	7
500-999	15	0	0	11	4
Over $1 Million	5	0	0	1	4
Total number of homes	106	2	38	47	19

   To search the Daytona Beach Florida area multiple listing for homes and condos for sale in Ormond Beach and Ormond By The Sea Florida go to the sales page of this Ocean View Realty Group web site.