More exciting real estate news for Parkland and Broward County homeowners!  I have been writing article for the past 8 months expressing that our local Parkland and South Florida real estate market is rebounding.  Inventory is low, and demand is high! 

More proof that the Parkland real estate market is getting stronger came when the 2012 Estimated Tax Values from the Broward County’s Property Appraiser’s Office were recently released projecting that 2012 tax roll values would “remain relatively flat.”  But, in particular, the City of Parkland, Florida was one of the few municipalities that actually toped the list for a 4% estimated taxable increase in home values for 2012.

Parkland Mayor Michael Udine was quoted as saying: “What’s important here is that the residential property has increased in Parkland showing continuing confidence in the market and the values that Parkland can offer to its residents.”  The result of property values increasing will continue to help stabilize and even help grow the City of Parkland.  Buyers are flocking to our city in order to take advantage of the many features and benefits and live the Parkland Lifestyle.  Parkland’s City Manager, Caryn Gardner-Young, was elated when she heard about the news. “There’s a draw to Parkland because of its ambiance and home town feeling and the fact it is a very well-run city.”

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Asking Price: $714,900
4,190 Square Feet
6 Full Bedrooms
4 Full Bathrooms
3-Car Garage
$250 Per Month – Association Dues

Not A Foreclosure Or Short Sale! AMAZING 6 Full Bedrooms, 4 Full Bathrooms, 2-Story Pool Home On Waterfront Lot, Fully Fenced Backyard With Plenty Of Room For Your Entire Family To Enjoy, Stunning Upgraded Kitchen With Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wood Cabinets, & Granite Counters, Eat-In Breakfast Area, Gorgeous Formal Dining Room.

Open Floor Plan, Huge Downstairs Bedroom w/Sitting Area, Master Bath Has Separate Shower & Jacuzzi Tub, Dual Sinks, Accordion Hurricane Shutters, Stunning Finishes, Won’t Last Long!

The Area Around Grand Cypress Estates Also Offers Great Schools & Close Proximity To Parks And Recreational Activities For The Entire Family. This Home Is Truly Turnkey!  This Property Will Not Last Long.  If You Are Interested In Previewing The Home, Please Give Me A Call Directly At: 954-609-0591.

Know the neighborhood. Know the value. Know your hometown agents: The Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team. If you are interested in buying or selling in Parkland or South Florida and are looking for experienced local Realtors, please do not hesitate to contact the Squawk at 954-609-0591 or send us a message here.

New Asking Price: $999,000
7,300 Square Feet
6 Bedrooms Plus Den, Gym, & Private Office
4 Full Bathrooms, I Half Bathroom
3-Car Garage
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Parkland Realtor Michael Citron just listed another stunning home in the prestigious man-gated community of Tall Pines. This Amazing 2-Story Lakefront Estate Home Is Located On A Full Sized Acre Lot In Parkland’s Man-Gated Community Tall Pines. This Home Is Perfect For A Large & Growing Family. The Home Also Sits On A Large Cul-De-Sac Lot. The Home Was Built By Prestigious Mrachek Builders!

This Home Has Soaring Ceilings That You Have To See In Order To Fully Appreciate, 6 Bedrooms Plus Den, Gym, Loft, & Office. The home has 4.5 Bathrooms. There is a private in-law suite on the first floor that is perfect for guests or family.There Is A Floor To Ceiling Built-In In the Family Room With Wall Unit & Wood-Burning Fireplace.The Home Has A Prestigious Entry With A Long Driveway With Enough Space For A Full Basketball Court. There Is An Oversized Three-Car Garage. This Home Is Also Lushly Landscaped With Large Palm Trees & Canary Palms That Shade The House. The Backyard Has A Screened-In Patio Area With A Full Bar With Built-In Barbeque Area Perfect For Entertaining Guests. The Long Tropical Pool Also Has A Kids Shallow Area Which Is Perfect For Young Children. There Is Also Plenty Of Patio Space To Soak Up The South Florida Sun! There Is Also A Cabana Bath Which Has A Private Entrance To The Patio & Pool Area.

Click Here For Full Details, Pictures, & Google Maps Of This PropertyThe Master Bedroom Is Fit For A King & Queen With A Stunning Built-In Entertainment Center, 2 Large Walk-In Closets, & An Oversized Sitting Areas. Master Bath Has Separate His & Her Vanities & Sinks, Jacuzzi Tub, & Large Sauna Shower. The Home Has Hurricane Shutters Throughout. Spacious Separate Bedrooms On The 2nd Floor Gives The Rest Of Your Family Privacy. This Home Also Has An Office Right Off The Master Bedroom That Has Built-In’s.This Home Has A Warm & Open Feeling That Is Truly Special. The Kitchen Has Plenty Of Counterspace With An Island, Spacious Walk-In Pantry, Oversized Sub-Zero Refrigerator & Freezer, And Double Oven. The Eat-In Kitchen Is Perfect For Breakfast & Overlooks The Patio & Pool Area. The Formal Dining Room Is Just Perfect For The Holidays Or Entertaining Guests. There Is Also A Separate Den & Guest Half Bathroom On The First Floor.
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For more information on this amazing home in Tall Pines, please contact me directly at: 954-609-0591.

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Asking Price: $350,000
2,493 Square Feet
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
2-Car Garage
Upgraded Lakefront Home

NOT A Foreclosure Or Short Sale, Upgraded Key West Model 3 Bed, 2 Bath Lakefront Home, Open Split Floor Plan, Upgraded Kitchen w/Granite Counters, 42′ Wood Cabinets, Newer Appliances, Eat-In Kitchen, Accordion Hurricane Shutters.

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Spacious Master Bath w/Built-In Walk-In Closets, Master Bath w/Separate Tub & Shower, Dual Sinks, Formal Dining Room, Knockdown Walls & Ceilings, Screened-In Patio Overlooking Lake, Huge Fenced-In Side Yard Perfect For A Family & Dogs, Home Located On Cul-De-Sac, Won’t Last Long!

Parkland Isles Also Has Amazing Resort-Style Amenities Including Full Clubhouse, Heated Pool & Spa, Tennis Courts, Playground, Exercise Room, Party Area, & More.  Live In One Of The Best School Districts In All Of Florida Which Is Within Walking Distance From Your New Home.

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This Home Is Move-In Ready!  If You Are Interested In Previewing This Parkland Isles Dream Home, Please Contact Listing Agent Michael Citron Directly At: 954-609-0591.

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Asking Price: $499,999  – SOLD For $490,000
3,200 Square Feet
5 Bedrooms
4.5 Bathrooms
3-Car Garage

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This stunning Meadow Run home in Parkland Florida was listed and under contract in just 2 days and sold for $10,000 under the asking price to a cash buyer.  Not only did the home sell for really top market value, but since the home sold so quickly, the new buyers even allowed the sellers to post occupy the home after the closing until October.  This sale could not have gone better for both parties.

Property Details:

Exclusive Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team Listing!  Not A Short Sale Or Foreclosure!  Stunning 5 Full Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, Lakefront Pool Home In Prestigious Man-Gated Community Of Meadow Run In Parkland, Florida.  This Home Features A Split  & Very Open Floor Plan, Formal Dining Room, Formal Living Room, Spacious Master Bedroom Suite With Gorgeous Views Of The Screened-In Patio Pool Area & Lake.  The Master Bedroom Also Has A Walk-In Closet.

4 Bedrooms Have Pergo Floors, Large Laundry Room With Sink. Volume Ceilings With Molding, Screened-In Patio With Plenty Of Room For Entertaining & Barbecuing.  There Is A Separate Jacuzzi Spa With A Spacious Swimming Pool.  The Back Patio Area Overlooks A Large Lake With No Neighbors Directly Behind You. The home also features two air conditioning units, lush landscaping with beautiful palm trees in both the front and back of the home.  This home is clean and move-in ready.

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If you are thinking about selling your current Parkland home, please give me a call directly at: 954-609-0591.  Let my full service and aggressive marketing campaign work for you!

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There were 19 total single family sales for the month of February 2012 ranging in price from $230,000 to $758,000.  In January, 2012, there were 17 total single family home sales. There were 2 more Parkland single family homes sold in the month of February, 2012 than in January, 2012.  Among the February sales, 7 were distressed sales (bank foreclosures or short sales). 37% of all sales were distresses ones.

We are seeing a decrease in the amount of distressed sales in Parkland, Florida.  As more and more distressed sales are sold, the overall Parkland real estate market will settle in the coming months.  Inventory is a record low levels in Parkland.  Buyers are also purchasing pre-construction homes in Heron Bay, Parkland Golf & Country Club, and Parkland Reserve. Currently there are 194 total single family homes for sale in all of Parkland.  As a result, buyers do not have a plethora of available homes to choose from.

Parkland home listings that are priced and presented well sell in days, not months.  If you are currently thinking about selling your Parkland or South Florida home, now is the time.  Buyers are willing to pay at least market to above market value for homes in the city.  If you are an empty nester or need a larger home for your growing family, now is the ideal time to make the move.  Interest rates are at record low levels.  You will be able to sell your home for top market dollar, and then be able to take advantage of low interest rates when purchasing your next home.  It is a win win situation for all Parkland homeowners.

The Parkland and South Florida real estate market will pick up even more as Spring is here.  More buyers will be entering the market in the coming weeks and months.  Inventory will increase, but I do not believe it will increase enough to meet the large demand of buyers looking to call Parkland their home!

As I have stated in past market update blog posts, I certainly see the overall Parkland real estate market stabilizing this year.  In many Parkland communities, we are already seeing this settlement along with some price increases.  Parkland is one of the most desirable areas in all of South Florida.  It is more stable than neighboring areas such as Coral Springs or Coconut Creek. More and more people are looking to call Parkland home and live the Parkland Lifestyle. With excellent schools, many parks, and a plethora of other activities for the entire family to enjoy, Parkland will continue to grow and become one of the most sought-after communities in South Florida.

Every month, I make sure to post each and every single family home resale that takes place in the City of Parkland, Florida. Being a Parkland resident, I know how important is to keep abreast of the monthly real estate sales and market activity. If you would like to see home sales in the past months, please click here.

Know the neighborhood. Know the value. Know your hometown agents: The Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team. If you are interested in buying or selling in Parkland or South Florida and are looking for experienced local Realtors, please do not hesitate to contact the Squawk at 954-609-0591 or send us a message here.

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Asking Price: $499,999
3,200 Square Feet
5 Bedrooms
4.5 Bathrooms
3-Car Garage

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Exclusive Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team Listing!  Not A Short Sale Or Foreclosure!  Stunning 5 Full Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, Lakefront Pool Home In Prestigious Man-Gated Community Of Meadow Run In Parkland, Florida.  This Home Features A Split  & Very Open Floor Plan, Formal Dining Room, Formal Living Room, Spacious Master Bedroom Suite With Gorgeous Views Of The Screened-In Patio Pool Area & Lake.  The Master Bedroom Also Has A Walk-In Closet.

The Master Bathroom Has A Separate Shower & Tub, Dual Sinks & Separate Vanities.  The Dining Room Is Perfect For Entertaining Guests & Having Holiday Dinners.  The Kitchen Is Huge With Granite Counters, Which Overlooks The Family Room And Eat-In Kitchen.  There Are 4 Other Bedrooms With 4.5 Bathrooms Making It Ideal For A Large Family.

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4 Bedrooms Have Pergo Floors, Large Laundry Room With Sink. Volume Ceilings With Molding, Screened-In Patio With Plenty Of Room For Entertaining & Barbecuing.  There Is A Separate Jacuzzi Spa With A Spacious Swimming Pool.  The Back Patio Area Overlooks A Large Lake With No Neighbors Directly Behind You. The home also features two air conditioning units, lush landscaping with beautiful palm trees in both the front and back of the home.  This home is clean and move-in ready.

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If You Are Interested In Previewing This Meadow Run Dream Home, Please Contact Parkland Listing Agent Michael Citron Directly At: 954-609-0591.

Know the neighborhood. Know the value. Know your hometown agents: The Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team. If you are interested in buying or selling in Parkland or South Florida and are looking for experienced local Realtors, please do not hesitate to contact the Squawk at 954-609-0591 or send us a message here.

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Asking Price: $629,900
4,348 Square Feet
5 Bedrooms Plus Loft
4 Full Bathrooms
3-Car Garage

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Not A Short Sale Or Foreclosure!  Amazing Upgrades!! Move-In Ready 5 Full Bedrooms Plus Loft, 4 Bathrooms Pool Home On Lakefront Lot.  This Home Features A Huge Kitchen With Giant Center Island, Granite Countertops, 42′ Cabinets, & Stainless Steel Appliances Plus Eat-in Kitchen.  The Kitchen Is Also Conveniently Located Next To The Family Room & Patio Area Making It Perfect For Entertaining.  The Master Bedroom Is On The First Floor, And There Is Another Full Bedroom & Full Bathroom On The 1st Floor Split Away From The Master Bedroom.  This Bedroom Could Be Perfect For Guests As Well As A Mother-In-Law Suite.  The Master Bedroom Is Fit For A King & Queen Which Includes A Jacuzzi Tub, Separate Shower, & Dual Sinks Which Allows For Plenty Of Room.
Upstairs There Is An Oversized Loft Area Perfect For A Kid’s Play Room Or Media Room.  Three Full Bedrooms Are Upstairs Including 2 Full Bathrooms & 2nd Master Suite With Its Own Bathroom.  There Is Also A Very Spacious Laundry Room With Sink On The 2nd Floor.  There Is A Screened-In Patio Area Just Off The Family Room.  The Outdoor Patio Area With Full Size Pool & Full Outdoor Bar & Kitchen With Grill.  If You Enjoy Entertaining & Barbecuing, Then You Will Fall In Love With This Patio, Which Is Also Fenced-In & Located Directly On Parkland Isles’ lake.  The Home Is Also Fully Equipped With Accordion Hurricane Shutters, Which Will Decrease Your Homeowner’s Insurance.  The Home Also Boasts A 3-Car Garage & Pavered Driveway & Patio Area.
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Parkland Isles Also Has Amazing Resort-Style Amenities Including Full Clubhouse, Heated Pool & Spa, Tennis Courts, Playground, Exercise Room, Party Area, & More.  Live In One Of The Best School Districts In All Of Florida Which Is Within Walking Distance From Your New Home.

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For more information, please visit Parkland Isles Home Website or contact me directly at: 954-609-0591.

Know the neighborhood. Know the value. Know your hometown agents: The Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team. If you are interested in buying or selling in Parkland or South Florida and are looking for experienced local Realtors, please do not hesitate to contact the Squawk at 954-609-0591 or send us a message here.

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Great week for our real estate team!  We helped two of our valued buyers find amazing Parkland properties.  We are under contract on both homes.  The Parkland real estate market is on fire, as more and more buyers are looking to call Parkland home for their families.  Below, please see the two properties we have under contract for you to see what buyers are looking for in Parkland, Florida:

Pine Tree Estates | 6290 NW 66th Way, Parkland, FL 33067 | Estate Home | 3-Car Garage | Corner Pool Home | 1.09 Acres | 5 Bedrooms / 3 Baths | 3,500 Square Feet Of Living Space | Listed for $675,000

Parkland Isles | 11167 NW 65th Ct, Parkland, FL 33076 | Gated Community | 2-Car Garage | Pool Home On Lake | 3 Bedrooms / 2 Baths | 1,977 Square Feet Of Living Space | Listed for $350,000

With the great schools, safe neighborhoods, and parks and recreational activities, many residents want to live the Parkland Lifestyle.  Inventory in Parkland is at record low levels.  If you are thinking about selling your home, now is the perfect time, as buyers have less and less homes to choose from.  Also, you can now take advantage of selling your home and purchasing your next home with a very low interest rate and record low real estate prices.  One of our buyers is purchasing a home with a 3.75% interest rate.  Interest rates cannot go much lower than this.  As a result, NOW is the time to make a move!  If you are thinking about selling your home, please give me a call directly at: 954-609-0591 for a private consultation.

Know the neighborhood. Know the value. Know your hometown agents: The Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team. If you are interested in buying or selling in Parkland or South Florida and are looking for experienced local Realtors, please do not hesitate to contact the Squawk at 954-609-0591 or send us a message here.

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Parkland and South Florida Realtor Michael Citron was quoted in yesterday’s Sun-Sentinel article entitled: South Florida housing strategies for 2012.  It appears that the housing market collapse is fading away bringing a stronger and more stable market in the coming months and years, especially in more stable communities like Parkland, Florida.

Home sales in Parkland and South Florida are on the rise, as the real estate bottom nears.  But, the shadow inventory of bank foreclosures soon to hit the market and less than stellar job market could prolong the recovery.  Sun-Sentinel reporter, Paul Owers, provides a guide to help both buyers and sellers, and homeowners “underwater” on their current mortgages in 2012:

Sellers:

DO: Consider selling early in 2012, before foreclosures hit the market
DON’T: Try to attract buyers with cars, cash or most other incentives

Underwater Borrowers

DO: Plan now if you’re considering a short sale
DON’T: Think you’re necessarily stuck with an underwater mortgage

I was quoted in the Sentinel article giving advice to potential buyers in 2012:

DO: Write a letter to the seller, explaining why you want the home

DON’T: Sound desperate or let the seller know how much of a mortgage you’re approved for

If you’re writing to a lender, be sure to explain that you’re pre-approved for a mortgage and can close quickly, Broward County (and Parkland) real estate agent Michael Citron said. If the seller is the existing homeowner, go into more personal detail.  “If the home has a pool, tell them that you hope your kids can learn to swim in that pool,” Citron said. “A regular seller wants to know the buyer will appreciate the house as much as they did.”

If you are thinking about selling or buying a home, it has never been a better time to make a move in real estate for 2012.  To read the complete Sun-Sentinel article, please click here It is a honor and privilege to be considered as a local real estate expert.  I look forward to working with the Parkland and South Florida community for all of your real estate needs in 2012.

Know the neighborhood. Know the value. Know your hometown agents: The Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team. If you are interested in buying or selling real estate in Parkland or South Florida and are looking for experienced local Realtors, please do not hesitate to contact the Squawk at 954-609-0591 or send us a message here.