Artesia’s Clubhouse and Recreational Activities Are Like No Other!

If you like to lead a social lifestyle, it’s hard to beat what owning a condo or townhome at Artesia in west Sunrise has to offer.  ‘Villa Artesia’… the magnificent new clubhouse at Artesia, officially opened it’s doors in late June 2007 by hosting an open house for real estate brokers in the Sunrise, Florida area.  The event was well worth attending as we were amazed at the range of fitness, recreational and social activities the palatial clubhouse and outdoor amenities have to offer the residents of Artesia.

Artesia truly brings the resort lifestyle to West Broward. This new home community features a vast plaza with shimmering pools and fountains… including a Grand Canal. Stroll along the brick-paved walkways and enjoy the lush landscaping throughout. Take a dip in one of three pools! Sip a drink by the tropical poolside tiki bar or have a bite to eat in the charming Fountain Cafe. Try your hand at pool in the ultimate billiard club room (complete with sports bar and flat screen TV) or take a class in the Art Room. Get in shape in the state-of-the art Exercise Center, or play a game of basketball or tennis, then get a massage at the spa. The Sunrise Room is available for hosting social gatherings.  There’s even a tot lot and waterworks area for kids! All this and much more is available for you at Artesia… South Florida living at it’s best!

::  View a Virtual Tour of Artesia’s Clubhouse & Amenities!  ::

This new home community is located in the Sawgrass area of Sunrise, Florida.  It’s an area that has seen a great deal of activity in recent years not only because of the new construction of condos (including Tao) but also because of new local shopping areas (IKEA’s Sunrise store & Sawgrass Landings, where you’ll find LA Fitness, Starbucks, Panera Bread, Quizno’s, Kinko’s & more).  Let’s not forget the additions to the Sawgrass Mills Mall (the Colonnade Outlets at Sawgrass, Grand Lux Cafe & PF Chang’s to name a few).

If you haven’t visited any of the models at Artesia yet, but are thinking of going, be sure to call me first to find out how you can qualify for a $1,000 rebate at closing (one of the conditions is that I must register you as my customer).  By the way… I don’t bite.  Really!  If you’d like to view Artesia condos for sale on the South Florida MLS, click here then choose “Broward County” and enter “Artesia” next to “Complex Name” and click on the search button.  At the time this post was published, there were 23 Artesia condos for sale varying in price from $293,000-$549,000.  I’m offering the rebate on resale condos in Artesia as well as new construction units (call 954-846-1600 for details).

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Florida’s Condominium Ombudsman Coming to South Florida!

If you are a condo owner or other interested party, you’re invited to attend South Florida’s Inaugural Annual Condominium Association Members’ Round Up.  Florida’s Condo Ombudsman, Danille R. Carroll, will be present at the event. 

“The condominium ombudsman is corralling the key players involved in the regulation of condominium association living.  This is your opportunity to be heard, ask questions and get answers.  You will have the opportunity to meet with and ask questions of the condominium ombudsman, the director of the Division of Florida Land Sales, Condominiums and Mobile Homes, and your local state legislators.  Information on laws and rules regulating condominium associations in Florida will also be provided.”

The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 8th from 10 am to 1 pm at Broward Community College’s South Campus (7200 Pines Blvd., Building 68, Pembroke Pines, FL).  Admission is free.

“Created by an act of the Legislature in 2004, the Office of the Condominium Ombudsman was established to be a resource for unit owners, board members, condominium associations and others.”  Learn more about the Florida Condominium Ombudsman’s duties.

Tao Condos in Sunrise, FL – Nearing Completion!

The tallest buildings in western Broward County are just a few months from being ready for unit owners to start moving in.  The two 26-story Tao condo towers will have 396 residences (with 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms) and, per the builder’s representatives, are currently about 90% sold out.  The expected date of completion is April 2008 with closings starting in May.  Prices start in the high-$400’s for the 1-bedroom condos.  Maintenance fees are approximately 38 cents per square foot per month.

The views in the upper floors of these highrise buildings will undoubtedly be amazing.  I doubt I’m the only one who’s seen these towers from a considerable distance!  I know I’ve spotted them from as far north as the Sawgrass Expressway between Atlantic Blvd. and Sample Road.

Jasmine Lakes Phase II in Davie, Florida

I’ve written before about investing in Davie condos or townhomes near NSU and the rest of the South Florida Education Center (SFEC).  If your preference leans toward purchasing new construction, you may want to consider Jasmine Lakes Phase II in Davie, which is ideally located just south of the SFEC near the SE corner of Davie Road and Griffin Road. 

Currently, there are several 2- and 3-bedroom condos in two-story Mediterranean style lakeside buildings that are reasonably priced in the $180’s and $190’s $170’s and $180’s (base price).  Standard with each unit are laminate countertops, carpeting in the living areas and ceramic tile flooring in the foyer, kitchen and bathrooms.  Optional upgrades include granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, laminate wood floors, 20″ tile and more.  The maintenance fee is a relatively low $209 when compared to similar condos.  The second-story condos feature vaulted ceilings and limited attic space while the ground floor units offer a small concrete patio with a built-in planter.  All floorplans at Jasmine Lakes Phase II feature kitchens with a pass-through snack bar which opens to the dining area, and pre-wiring for a security system.  Some units offer views of the lake.

:: View a Virtual Tour of Jasmine Lakes Phase II ::

Community amenities include a two-level clubhouse that, once the renovations are complete, will include a state-of-the-art fitness center, ping-pong, and possibly a billiard table.  Already in place are brand new luxurious kitchen facilities with an adjacent open serving bar area (with sink), cabana bathrooms, a seating area on each level, and a water feature in the lobby.  Residents can also enjoy the heated swimming pool and spa, as well as a tennis/basketball court which is due to be refurbished soon.  The community also features a walking/jogging trail around a second lake.  Jasmine Lakes Phase II is approximately 15-20 minutes from Fort Lauderdale Beach and many Broward County hot spots. 

From now through the end of 2007 I’m offering buyers a rebate of $1,000 after closing if they purchase one of these condos through me.  So if you’re considering viewing any of the units at Jasmine Lakes Phase II, be sure to contact Leanne Paynter at 954-846-1600 to schedule a showing.  UPDATE:  Only a few of the 2-bedroom floorplans are still available at this time so don’t delay!

Affordable 2-Bedroom Condo at SpringCrest in Sunrise, Florida

This 2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom is in the condo community of SpringCrest in Sunrise, FL, is in true move-in condition and even offers a pool view!  It has a split bedroom floorplan for maximum privacy and was completely updated 3 years ago.  The condo has 18″ neutral tiles throughout as well as knock-down textured walls, new baseboards, new A/C, new hot water heater, new stacked washer/dryer, and new kitchen cabinets, countertops and appliances! 

This SpringCrest condo has the largest 2-bedroom floorplan available with 1,154 sq. ft. of air-conditioned living space, a spacious patio and included with the condo is a large extra storage space outside the unit.  Community amenities include a pool, tennis court and fitness center with sauna.  Pets are allowed (under 20 lbs.) and all ages are welcomed.  The price has just been reduced to $167,000.  You simply won’t find another condo like this in that price range!  View a virtual tour and contact Leanne Paynter at 954-846-1600 to schedule a showing.

UPDATE:  This condo has been rented.  For more information, please contact Leanne.

Condo Termination Law – Condos at Risk of Redevelopment

A new law that can impact the private property rights of every condominium owner in Florida took effect on July 1, 2007.  The “condo termination law” could make it easier for developers to purchase existing, older condo buildings that currently sit on land that is very valuable so that they can redevelop it for a sizeable profit. 

The condo termination law requires only 80% of unit owners to consent to the takeover.  Before the new law, all owners in a condo building had to consent before the sale could occur (allowing for a few resistant to selling out to prevent a sale).  Under the new law, the takeover plan can only be stopped if a minimum of 10% of the unit owners of the complex object in writing within 90 days after the date the plan is recorded (the “effective date”). However, according to Senate Bill 314, they have “the burden of pleading and proving that the apportionment of the proceeds from the sale among the unit owners was not fair and reasonable.”

The condo communities most ripe for redevelopment and, therefore, “at risk” of being takeover targets as a result of the new condo termination law are the older condo buildings that are oceanfront or on the Intracoastal. Perhaps the easiest targets will be the smaller complexes where a larger, luxury building can take its place.  Only time will tell whether the condo termination law will cause the type of controversy that eminent domain issues did in recent years.

Fort Lauderdale Waterfront Real Estate • 49th Street Townhomes

49th Street Townhouses are located in the sought-after Coral Ridge area of Fort Lauderdale and if you like the beach, you’ll love their location because they are only one block south of Commercial Blvd. and east of Bayview Drive. 

The business and shopping district along Commercial Blvd. is just steps away from 49th Street Townhomes and residents need drive only 5 minutes to get to the beach and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea’s pier.  Holy Cross Hospital is only about a mile west and the popular Coral Ridge Country Club is just 10 blocks south on Bayview Drive.

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49th Street Townhomes is a waterfront community of 28 tri-level townhouses located on one of Fort Lauderdale’s many finger canals off the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW).  These townhouses are very spacious and offer 2-bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a loft, and a 1 or 2 car garage.  

Want more information?  Read more about these Fort Lauderdale waterfront townhomes and find out which ones are currently for sale.  Of course, if you own one of these townhomes and are considering selling, we’d love to hear from you, too.  Remember… we market homes like no one else!  This post illustrates just one of the marketing techniques we utilize to ensure maximum market exposure for your home.

Davie Condos Near Nova Southeastern University (NSU)

Parents of college students sometimes seek to make an investment in real estate while providing student housing for their son or daughter.  If you have a child that will be attending Nova Southeastern University (NSU) you may want to forgo looking for a Davie FL apartment rental and instead consider purchasing a condo for them to live in during their stay rather than paying rent and making their landlord rich.  If you’d like us to help you find a condo, villa or townhome near NSU to invest in that your child can call “home” during the time they’ll be attending NSU, contact us and we’ll do our best to find just the right fit for both of you.

Within a short distance of Nova Southeastern University there are several communities of Davie FL condos, villas and townhomes in a wide price range.  Below is a list I’ve compiled of the closest condo and townhome communities to NSU.  Next to each community’s name, I’ve included the price range of the condos/townhouses you’ll find in that community as of the date this post was originally published in June 2007.  Please keep in mind that the ones that sell for the least amount are almost always bank-owned/foreclosure properties.  All price ranges have been updated as of June 2011.

• Arista Park Townhouses (low-to-mid $200‘s $100’s)
• Arrowhead Condos (low-$100’s to the low $200’s mid-$30’s to high-$60’s)
• Arrowhead Golf and Tennis Club Townhomes & Villas (high-$100’s to high-$200’s mid-$30’s to low-$100’s)
• Brentwood Townhomes (high-$100’s to mid-$200’s low $50’s to mid-$70’s)
• Country Pines (mid-$100’s to low-$200’s mid-$40’s to mid-$60’s)
• Courtyards at Davie (low-$200’s low-$70’s to low-$90’s)
• Delwood West (low-to-mid $100’s low-$40’s to low-$50’s)
• Emerald Isles (mid-to-high $100’s mid-$30’s to mid-$40’s)
• Jasmine Lakes (high-$100’s to low-$200’s mid-$50’s to $100,000)
• Nova Gardens (high-$100’s to mid-$200’s low-$50’s to high-$80’s)
• Nova Hills North (low-$200’s to low-$300’s low-to-high $100’s)
• Nova North (high-$100’s to low-$300’s mid-$50’s to low-$100’s)
• Nova Place (mid-$100’s high-$30’s to high-$40’s)
• Nova Townhouses (low-to-mid $200’s $60-$80K)
• Nova Village (mid-to-high $200’s low-to-mid $100’s)
• Rolling Hills Golf and Tennis Club (mid-$100’s to mid-$200’s mid-$70’s to mid-$90’s)
• Royal Grand (low-to-mid $200’s $65-$90K)
• Serenity Palms (high-$100’s to low-$200’s $45-$65K)
• Sundance at Davie (mid-$100’s to mid-$200’s $70-95K)
• The Escape at Arrowhead (high-$100’s to mid-$200’s low-$70’s to $110K)
• The Mews at Arrowhead (low-$200’s $90’s)
• Townhomes at Orange Drive (low-to-mid $200’s $110-$137K)
• University Parc (low-to-mid $200’s mid-$80’s to mid-$90’s)
• University Village (low-to-mid $200’s mid-$40’s to high-$60’s)
• Valencia Village (high-$100’s to mid-$200’s mid-$40’s to mid-$80’s)
• Villas of Arista Park (mid-to-high $200’s $106K to low-$140’s)
• Villas of Rolling Hills (mid-to-high $300’s $185K to mid-$230’s)
• Willow Grove (mid-$200’s to mid-$300’s mid-$120’s to low-$140’s)

For information on the current availability of Davie Florida condos and townhouses that matches your criteria… or if you own a condo or townhome you’d like us to list for sale or rent, please be sure to contact us.  We can also provide you with additional options which may include condos in Plantation or townhomes Cooper City, both of which are surrounding cities, just minutes from Nova Southeastern University and the Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Davie campus.