The Conchquistador Deal of The Day - $Multi-Million Islamorada Foreclosure- From $4.99M to Sold at $2.15M!

89401 Old Hwy, Plantation Key, Islamorada

Foreclosures...They come in all shapes and sizes.  As the economic crises that have befelled us take their toll, we find that the crushing blow of financial hardship has griped the full spectrum of home owners.  From the modest two-bedroom home, to palatial waterfront estates like today's deal...and what a deal indeed!! 

The interesting part of this equation is that though many are dealing with these hardships....many others are reaping the incredible rewards of capitalizing on outstanding real estate opportunities.

Today, I give a tip of the hat to my friend and colleague here at American Caribbean, Joel Young, as he worked with the Buyer in this transaction, and he did an outstanding job in procuring his client and incredible deal.

This direct ocean property, in an area dubbed "Millionaire's Row", was last sold for $4.1 Million and was originally listed at $4.9 Million!  This foreclosure has now closed at $2.15 Million!  Basically less than half price...amazing!

89401 Old Hwy, Plantation Key, Islamorada

Description: Open ocean front Old Hwy property on coveted Millionaires Row. 1.41 acres, .72 acre buffer across the street and approximately 30,000 square feet of bay bottom. Big sandy beach overlooks concrete dock with boat lift on a shared basin with channel. Dockside chickee hut. Heated pool with integrated spa. Impact doors and windows. Open porches. Private master suite. Beautiful sunrise views.

List Price: $2,699,000 / Sold price: $2,150,000
Original Price: $4,990,000

3 Bedrooms / 3 Bathrooms

Mile Marker 89 Oceanside

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Available Millionaire's Row Homes

Ready to live on Millionaire's Row??? Put the experience and expertise of The Conchquistador to work for you! For more information on the outstanding real estate opportunities that exist in the Keys, call me at 305.439.7730 or email me at DropAnchor@TheRealEstateConch.com.

Earth Day Event in Florida Bay!

With Earth Day approaching, this is guaranteed to be a fun Event!

As a member of Islamorada's Chamber of Commerce, I enjoy participating in and promoting our fun events here in America's Caribbean...the Fabulous Florida keys!

3rd Annual Earth Day for Florida Bay - kayak and nature tours, kids activities and Eco-Mariner, educational booths, touch tanks, and more!
Saturday, April 23 from 10am - 3pm at
81224 Overseas Hwy,
MM 81 Bayside.  Free Admission.
For more information go to www.facebook.com/ecomariner

We hope to see you there.

Put the experience and expertise of The Conchquistador to work for you! For more information on the outstanding real estate opportunities that exist in the Keys, call me at 305.439.7730 or email me at DropAnchor@TheRealEstateConch.com.

Hialeah Man Wins Seven Mile Bridge Run

One of my proudest achievements has been running the 7-Mile Bridge Run, four times.   I actually ran in the very first one!  Though my times were certainly nothing to brag about, the experience certainly has been!!   I have as well, enjoyed the rare opportunity to participate in the race going both directions!  East to West and West to East.  It truly is amazing running with the Gulf to one side you and Atlantic on the other.   As you crest the hump of the bridge, high above the water, you can see the beautiful hues of color that change between the flats and channels.  Magnificent Beauty!  Though I did not run the race this year, I was certainly there in spirit!!!

Below are excerpts from an article that I saw in Keysnet.com:

"Hialeah lifeguard Daniel Martin, 27, won Saturday's 30th annual Seven Mile Bridge Run in the Middle Florida Keys, finishing in 38 minutes, 59 seconds. That's a 5-minute, 44-second mile pace.
Winning a fifth overall women's title was Marlene Persson, 40, a physical therapy technician from Deerfield Beach, with a time of 42:28.

Second- and third-place finishers in men's were Chad Wilkinson of West Palm Beach and Gary Gates of Melbourne Beach. Nancy Frey of Boca Raton placed second among women and Helena Bursa of Big Pine Key was third.
Not competing was the men's overall winner for the past five of six years. Jason Bodnar, a Biltmore Lake, N.C., dentist who has a mild phobia of crossing bridges"

Looking for a REALTOR who can run the distance??? Put the experience and expertise of The Conchquistador to work for you! For more information on the outstanding real estate opportunities that exist in the Keys, call me at 305.439.7730 or email me at DropAnchor@TheRealEstateConch.com. For a quick Search of available Properties in the Florida Keys, click here: Keys MLS Search.

If You Are a Cigar Aficionado, Like I Am...this Event is for You!! Free Cigars, Beverages and Free Admission!

Ok...If you are a Cigar Aficionado, like I am...this event is for  you!!  If you have never been to the Island Smoke Shop in Key Largo, you don't know what you are missing.  It features South  Florida's largest walk-in Humidor.

On Saturday, April 16, 2011 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm the Island Smoke Shop will host Toraños in Paradise, featuring many of the Toraño family products at their shop in Key Largo's "Pink Plaza". Be among the first in South Florida to sample the new Exodus 1959 50 Years, the Master by Carlos Toraño, the Brigage, the 1916 Camaroon Blend, along with the traditional Reserva Selecta, the Brick, and the Casa Toraño. Each cigar features a carefully selected blend of tobaccos from Nicaragua, with a rich and bold flavor. They'll also be screening the Toraño Family’s new DVD entitled “The Journey.” This captivating documentary takes you through the four-generation history behind the Toraño name in the tobacco industry and gives an insight into the trials and tribulations that the Toraño family endured during nationalization in Cuba

This FREE event promises to be a great time for cigar smokers! Meet with representatives from Toraño cigars, and try a FREE sample of their products... Browse the largest walk-in humidor in South Florida... Toraños in Paradise will include free cigars, free beer and wine - free doorprizes - and special direct from the factory deals on Toraño products. There is NO CHARGE for admission, so come on by and enjoy a world-class cigar with us!
We'll be sure to set you up with a good smoke and a cold beverage - so come to Toraños in Paradise for a great time and some great cigars! That's 5:00 to 9:00pm on Saturday, April 16th. Click here for a map to their store.

Looking for some custom crafted Real Estate??Put the experience and expertise of The Conchquistador to work for you! For more information on the outstanding real estate opportunities that exist in the Keys, call me at 305.439.7730 or email me at DropAnchor@TheRealEstateConch.com. For a quick Search of available Properties in the Florida Keys, click here: Keys MLS Search.

Tropical Serenity In the Keys....$264,900... The Lowest priced 3/3 Home in the Upper Keys!!

Can you really put a price tag on serenity???  I did not think so, but then I took this property as my newest listing and realized wow you can!!! And for a REALLY great price.  Even the street name is cool  Coconut Row.

Tropical Serenity in Key Largo!

This is a very, very cool place.  Nestled in a mature hammock of Gumbo Limbos, Royal Poincianas, and Palms.  Ideal as a Vacation Villa or even a primary residence.  3- Bedrooms, each with their own bath.  Plenty of room to park your boat(s).  Heck, it even has a white picket fence!!!
Fully furnished and ready to move in, this home needs nothing, except ...you.

136 Coconut Row, Tavernier, Key Largo



Enjoy Martinis and relaxed Florida Keys living with ocean views.

Description: Close to everything and yet a world away. Your private, ideal Florida Keys Oasis awaits.  Perfect as a main home or Keys get-a-way, this furnished home offers tropical serenity coupled with ideal features such as a hot tub on the Veranda, coral wall fireplace, soaring ceilings, & rooftop terrace with ocean view.  Ready to move in! One minute to Tavernier Town Shopping. 1 Mile to Live Bait Shop and 2.5 miles to free public boat ramp.  Minutes by boat to Tavernier Creek, connecting the Atlantic to Florida Bay/Gulf of Mexico. This is what Keys Living is all about!

Enjoy a relaxing alfresco breakfast on the Veranda!

List Price $ 264,900

3 Bedrooms/ 3 Baths

Single Family Home
9000+ sf Lot

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Relaxing Spa Amongst the Treetops



Rooftop Terrace atop Widows Watch,

offers 320 degree ocean Views

 

High wood-beamed ceilings and fireplace
make for an inviting living room






Ready for YOUR slice of Tropical Serenity?? Put the experience and expertise of The Conchquistador to work for you! For more information on the outstanding real estate opportunities that exist in the Keys, call me at 305.439.7730 or email me at DropAnchor@TheRealEstateConch.com.

The Conchquistador Deal of the Day 3/31 - WOW!! Just Closed $175,000 Key Largo Foreclosure

Smokingggggg Hot Deal!!!!

Today's deal is one of those storied deals that everyone is looking for.

A full 3 Bedroom /  2 bathroom Single Family Home on a good sized 7000+ sq. ft lot.  In Great condition  and plenty of room for the Boat(s)  It last sold in the upper $400s.  I get quite a few calls from Buyers looking for deals like these...and they ARE out there!

239 Buttonwood Shores Drive, Key Largo

 Description: Large 3BR/2BA home on large lot in central Key Largo  location. Paver driveway, back multi-level deck, interior stairs, and   many nice finishes/upgrades. Bank Owned.

Mile Marker: 100 Bayside

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Put the experience and expertise of The Conchquistador to work for you! For more information on the outstanding real estate opportunities that exist in the Keys, call me at 305.439.7730 or email me at DropAnchor@TheRealEstateConch.com. For a quick Search of available Properties in the Florida Keys, click here: Keys MLS Search.