September 2021 Monthly Market Report!

September 2021 saw a 10.3% increase in median sale price from this point last year going from $283,750 to $313,000. Similar change with the average sale price from $385,861 to $432,506! With the low inventory, the median time to contract also went from 35 days to 14 days, a 60% decrease!

If you have been thinking of buying or selling in the Volusia County area, please give me a call today! I can be reached at (386) 428-5550.

A copy of the full September 2021 market detail report from the New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors can be viewed below:

September-2021-Monthly-Market-DetailDownload

City of Oak Hill approves Oak Hill Reserve, a proposed 106 lot subdivision

The Oak Hill commission approved a new 106 lot subdivision on Monday to be known as Oak Hill Reserve. The proposed community would be located across from the Oak Hill Flea Market. According to the News Journal, this would be the City’s first new neighborhood since 2002.

Read more at https://www.news-journalonline.com/news/20191126/oak-hill-approves-106-home-subdivision

Well maintained 4BR/2BA home on 5.42 acres – wooded & private on paved road!

First time ever on the market! This 4BR/2BA home is situated on 5.42 acres in the beautiful rural Samsula area of New Smyrna Beach! Located in beautiful community of estate-style homes on paved road and on cul-de-sac. This property offers an abundance of privacy hidden from the road on the fully wooded lot. Plenty of room for a pool, detached garage, barn, and more! Zoned A-2, so bring the horses! Open floor plan perfect for those who entertain. Large garage with plenty of storage with large 20×10 air conditioned storage room. Enjoy beautiful nature views on the back screened porch. Ready for you and your family to call it home! Located at 4010 Sebring Court, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168.

$390,000 – Call Susan Logan (386) 428-5550 for a showing today!

Offered by Monahan & Associates Real Estate

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  • Kitchen
  • Living Room
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  • Master Bedroom
  • Master Bathroom
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  • Bedroom 4
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  • Garage
  • Oversized Garage
  • Air conditioned storage room
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  • Large Screen Rear Porch
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Volusia County Half Cent Projects in New Smyrna Beach and Samsula areas


The County is proposing multiple projects throughout the County for road improvements. While many New Smyrna Beach residents will note the major improvements they are proposing: extending William Blvd to SR 44 from Pioneer Trail and to 4-lane Sugar Mill from SR 44 to Pioneer Trail; they are also proposing paving many dirt roads in the Samsula area.

Per http://vciserv.co.volusia.fl.us/agenda/agendas/20190416/Item-11-6607.pdf, this includes: Hunting Camp Rd, South Samsula Drive, Honey Dew Lane, South Cucumber Lane, Lettuce Lane, Watermelon Lane, Pepper Lane, Strawberry Lane, Parsley Lane, Pampas Nursery Road, and Hughes Road.

What are are your thoughts?

Volusia County residents receive TRIM (Truth in Millage) notices

All Volusia County residents were mailed, and many received their TRIM (Truth in Millage) notices over the weekend. The Property Appraiser’s office has created a page explaining what the TRIM notice is comprised of, and better explains each section of this notice.

Please visit http://vcpa.vcgov.org/trimTool.html for a better explanation.

It is important to note the Property Appraiser’s office does values only. You will want to pay close attention to each taxing authorities public hearing dates and times as this is where they vote to adopt their proposed rates. What this means to you is they are voting to set the rates which can equate to increases, and sometimes decreases in your tax bill. If you disagree with the amount of your taxes, YOU MUST ATTEND these meetings and let your voice be heard!

This is also a good time to review the exemptions you are currently getting as there are a number of them… many of which can save you big bucks! Along with the homestead exemption, there are additional senior exemptions, disability exemptions, veteran and first responder exemptions, and many more!

Information on all exemptions can be viewed at http://vcpa.vcgov.org/exemptions.html.