Sell a Waterfront Home in Ives Estates, FL
for $99 — Full MLS Exposure
Florida waterfront homes command the state's highest prices, and the highest commissions. On a $900,000 waterfront property, a traditional 3% listing agent earns $27,000. Our flat fee MLS listing is $99 with the same MLS and Zillow reach. Keep the difference.
Waterfront Home market in Ives Estates, FL
Ives Estates is an affordable unincorporated community in northeastern Miami-Dade between Aventura and North Miami Beach, offering single-family homes and townhomes at prices that represent genuine value given the surrounding luxury markets. Its proximity to the Aventura Mall corridor and easy Turnpike access give buyers good practical connectivity at notably below-market pricing for the northeast county.
Key considerations for selling a Waterfront Home in Ives Estates
Flood zone & insurance disclosure
Disclose the FEMA flood zone designation and current flood insurance costs. Post-Hurricane Ian, buyers are acutely sensitive to flood risk and insurance premiums, high insurance costs can affect financing qualification.
Dock & boat lift permits
Disclose the permit status of any dock, davit, boat lift, or seawall. Unpermitted structures delay or kill sales. Obtain copies of all dock permits and include them in your disclosure package.
Seawall condition
Seawall replacement costs $500–$1,500+ per linear foot. Have your seawall inspected and disclose its age and condition. Buyers' inspection contingency will almost certainly include a seawall inspection.
Water access type
Specify: ocean frontage, direct Gulf access, navigable canal with or without fixed bridges, freshwater lake, river, or bay. Water access type fundamentally determines price and buyer pool.
Photography matters most here
Waterfront homes sell on lifestyle, invest in professional aerial/drone photography and twilight shots. Aerial photos of the water, dock, and surrounding area convert Zillow scrollers into showing requests.
Insurance Premium impact
Florida waterfront insurance has skyrocketed since 2022. Provide your current premium and carrier name, buyers need to budget for this, and some lenders require insurance commitments before issuing loan approval.
What you keep selling a Waterfront Home in Ives Estates
Based on an estimated $700,000 waterfront home in Ives Estates.
Selling a Waterfront Home in Ives Estates — common questions
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