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As the first half of 2025 comes to a close, the real estate market in the Florida Keys is shifting across the board. Throughout the keys, listing prices have decreased, some significantly more than others. The Upper Keys is showing an average of 28% decreased listing prices, 8% for the Middle Keys, and Key West with 33%.
Although the listing prices have declined, the market has remained active with an average of properties closing between 68-95 days. The Upper and Lower Keys market are appearing to be shifti... read more
If the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club. Investing in real estate has long been one of Americans' favorite ways to grow their wealth. In fact, over 70% of single-family rental properties are currently owned by individual investors rather than corporations, according to Census data.1 Moreover, a decade's worth of Bankrate surveys has found that Americans often prefer real estate for long-term wealth building over oth... read more
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reached a settlement to the class-action lawsuits regarding broker commissions that went in to effect on August 17, 2024 and finalized in November 2024. The settlement includes several changes between the agent and buyer relationship that can benefit homebuyers. The agreement mandates changes to how real estate agents are compensated and how listings are shared, particularly within the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).
The Key Changes
Prohibition of com... read more
Farmers Markets Are Back
Posted by Key Colony Beach Realty on November 07, 2025 in
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The wait is over and our favorite Farmers Markets are both set to open their stands again within the week! The Key Colony Beach farmers market will open next Tuesday, November 11th from 9am-2pm. The other farmers market that is a local favorite is the San Pablo farmers market which will open one week from today on November 14th from 1pm-5pm. Make sure to stop by for the best local goods, food, and more!
Easter in the Keys is almost here. There are many fun filled family events planned throughout the weekend. Whether you wish to attend a service, hunt for eggs or dine in one of our fabulous restaurants, there is something for everyone. Here is a list of some of the activities that our planned.
Key Colony Inn
Aquarium Encounters Easter Egg Hunt
St. Columba Episcipal Church
Rotary Club of Marathon
Isla Bella Beach Resort
Butterfly Cafe
Havana Jack's
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MLS Internet Data Exchange (IDX) information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing, and that the data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the Florida Keys Board of Realtors.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site come s in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of the Marathon and Lower Keys Association of REALTORS®, Inc. MLS. Real Estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Key Colony Beach Realty are marked with the MLS logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing broker’s office.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site come s in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of the Marathon and Lower Keys Association of REALTORS®, Inc. MLS. Real Estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Key Colony Beach Realty are marked with the MLS logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing broker’s office.
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