January Newsletter

January Newsletter

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Fire in the Park: Chili Cook-Off to Cure

Team SBK will be participating in the 11th Annual Chili Cook-Off to Cure in Avalon Park! We would love to see you all there, look for the Team SBK colors and come try our Home Sweet Home chicken chili! 

Tickets Available Here: Fire in the Park

LOCAL EVENTS

Celebrating 5 Years of the Oviedo Scoop Shop!

January 18, 2025  | 11:00AM - 10:00PM  | 119 N Central Ave, Oviedo, FL

Our Oviedo Scoop Shop is turning 5! Join us for a fun-filled day of activities and a sweet treat! On January 18th - With each ice cream purchased at the Oviedo Scoop Shop you will receive a coupon for a FREE SINGLE SCOOP on your next visit! Mr. Richard, beloved local children's musician, will be performing LIVE from 12:00-1:00 pm! Buckaroo, the mini horse, is making an appearance from 1:15 to 2:15 pm - stop by for a photo! Lastly, we'll have a Magician from See Magic Live on site from 6:00 to 8:00 pm circulating the shop, inside and out, with live magic and illusions!

MLK Day Prayer Breakfast, Parade, and Celebration

January 19, 2025  | 9:00AM - 2:00PM  | 299 Center Lake Lane, Oviedo, FL

Join the City of Oviedo and Oviedo Citizens in Action for a day of celebration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Cops ‘N Cars for Kids!

January 25, 2025 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM | Oviedo Mall

This event is a fundraiser for the Oviedo-Winter Springs Optimist Club.  This is the largest car show in Central Florida with over 200 of the best classic and modern vehicles.  In addition to the car show, there is a huge turnout from law enforcement and fire departments from around the state with speciality vehicles, helicopters, and K9 units. Plenty of family fun including bounce houses, a huge array of vendors, food trucks, trophies.  Car show music provided by DJ Don from Cruisin Orlando.  Spectators are free.

Dog Day in the Gardens! 

January 25, 2025 | 9:00AM - 12:00PM | 1920 N Forest Ave, Orlando, FL

Bring the entire family including your lovable canine to join in the fun on Saturday, January 25, 2025 exploring the 50-acre gardens. Each pup will receive a special goody bag with their very own Garden’s bandana, while supplies last. Come early and discover some great apparel, treats and toys at our Doggie Boutique open from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.

WHAT'S NEW?

3360 Buckingham Way | Home for Sale! 

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and modern living in The Estates at Stevens Plantation! This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is designed to meet your lifestyle needs, whether you’re hosting friends, enjoying quiet evenings, or everything in between.

Improved Price!

 1509 Gold Terrace | Deltona | New Price $325,000!

 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2,010 SqFt

Welcome to this charming home nestled on a corner lot in the established Deltona Lakes neighborhood. With easy access to I-4, Seminole Town Center, Stetson University, and more, this location makes Central Florida living effortless!

New Listing!

New Listing Alert - 7276 Abbey Lane | Winter Park, FL

$400,000 | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 1,321 SqFt

Nestled in the peaceful Oakcrest neighborhood, this charming home offers the perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Reach out for more information.

Improved Price!

 Price Improvement 712 Tigris Ln | Lake Mary, FL

 Now $550,000

 4 Bedrooms |  2 Bathrooms |  2,487 SqFt

Discover your dream home tucked behind the gates of the highly sought-after Woodbridge Lakes community!  This beautifully maintained home features a bonus room, fenced yard, and access to a private playground for residents.

ORLANDO STATE OF THE MARKET | DECEMBER 2024

Info provided from:  Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association 

Overall sales in 2024 decreased by 7.1% with a total of 28,321 sales. Single family home sales decreased in 2024 by 5.3% for a total of 22,216 sales compared to 23,464 sales in 2023.

At the start of the year, inventory was recorded at 8,217 – 4.78 months of supply. Supply continued to rise in the following months. In November 2024, inventory was recorded at 11,604 – 6.43 months of supply. This was the first time since February 2011 that the Orlando area witnessed a balanced market. (The real estate market is considered balanced when there is 6 months of supply.) Closing the year, inventory was recorded at 10,049 in December – 4.67 months of supply

The overall median home price in 2024 was recorded at $385,000, an all-time high and increase of 3.9% compared to 2023 when the overall median home price was recorded at $370,500.

Interest rates decreased from 6.7% in November to 6.5% in December. 

New listings dropped, with 2,510 new listings in December, compared to 3,185 new listings in November.