The number of homes for Sale in Hernando Beach, Florida has increased while average and median list prices declined.  More than 70% of Hernando Beach homes for sale are located in the northern part of the community with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico.  Active Listings:  98 Price Range:  $65,000 - $850,000 Median:  $339,900 Average:  $367,938       In August 2009, only five properties sold in the Hernando Beach waterfront community, all of these were in the direct access areas.  Sold August 2009:  5 Price Range:  $148,900 - $350,000 Of these sold homes, only one was a REO or bank-owned property. Median:  $190,000     Average:  $228,700 Currently under Contract:  9 Of those homes in Hernando Beach that are under contract, two are contingency contract and seven are pending.  There ar... 09/12/2009

Although it's not yet raining, there are big storm clouds forming ahead.  In the distance, thunder can be heard.  The sun keeps shining producing this great rainbow over the water in Hernando Beach, Florida.  Rainbows usually are short-lived, so I hurried to get this shot before I sat back to enjoy its beauty until it faded away into the clouds. Enjoy! 09/04/2009

After a two-month summer break, the Hernando Beach Property Owners Association (HBPOA) is meeting again tomorrow, Thursday, September 3, 2009. Traditionally, during the September meeting, property owners, members, and guests are treated to an ice cream social following the business meeting. The meeting takes place at the Hernando Beach Coast Guard Auxiliary, Shoal Line Blvd, Hernando Beach.  Doors open at 7:00 PM and the program and meeting begins at 7:30 PM.  So come on out and take the opportunity to catch up with your neighbors on news that concerns our community.  See you there!   09/02/2009

Several weeks ago, I had bought some really good watermelon.  After I was done eating it, I threw out some of the seeds in the backyard for the "birds" to eat.  Well, apparently, the birds didn't eat the seeds and out came little watermelon vines here and there.  In my Hernando Beach neighborhood, the dirt is not all that good. It's a challenge to grow a lawn and growing vegetables in this waterfront community isn't the norm.  So I just relaxed and watched more out of curiosity the vines as they grew.  Then, seemingly overnight, my backyard was transformed into an outright watermelon patch much to the delight of the bees that are buzzing from flower to flower. The neighbors are probably wondering what I'm looking for when I'm in the backyard poking around the vines.  I didn't know water... 08/30/2009

Waterfront Sunday! Boating Enjoyment! Let me help you find your place in the Sun! For more information about Hernando County Real Estate and Weeki Wachee, Pine Island, and Hernando Beach Waterfront Homes and Land for sale, please visit my website! All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Silvia Dukes, P.A. and may not be used without expressed written permission of Silvia Dukes, P.A. Copyright 2009.   08/09/2009

July 2009 Real Estate Market Report: Hernando Beach, Florida Inventory of homes for Sale in Hernando Beach, Florida, remained stable in July.  With seven closed transactions there was an increase over June; however, the number of properties under contract decreased.  With 45 homes, the majority of the homes for sale in Hernando Beach, Florida are priced in the $200,000 to $400,000 range.  Only eight are offered below $200,000 and 26 are offered above the $400,000 mark. Hernando Beach is residential boating and fishing community offering a wide range of home styles along saltwater and freshwater canals as well as waterfront homes with frontage on the Gulf of Mexico.  This community offers affordable waterfront living located just North of Tampa easily accessible via the Suncoast Parkway... 08/04/2009

Let me help you find Your place in the Sun! For more information about Hernando County Real Estate and Hernando Beach Waterfront Homes and Land for sale, please visit my website! All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Silvia Dukes, P.A. and may not be used without expressed written permission of Silvia Dukes, P.A. Copyright 2009.   08/02/2009

Vacant land sales in the waterfront community of Hernando Beach, Florida, haven't been exactly booming in the last couple of years; however, since the beginning of 2009 here too, the market has finally seen more activity and sales.  There are currently 132 vacant lots available for sale in Hernando Beach ranging from $35,000 to $700,000 for a property with frontage on the Gulf of Mexico.  Average list price is $160,905 and median list price is $141,200. One property is currently under contract.  Offered as a short sale with a list price of $150,000, it is a 7000 sf lot with seawall located on a wide saltwater canal in the direct access area of Hernando Beach. Hernando Beach is a residential waterfront community along the Gulf of Mexico and consists of three distinct areas that are commo... 07/05/2009

Closed home sale transactions in the waterfront community of Hernando Beach, Florida, decreased slightly but remained steady in June 2009.  Active listings also decreased with median list prices remaining stable and average prices slightly decreasing due to price reductions in the upper list price ranges. Not surprisingly in the current market, the majority of properties sold in June were short sales or bank-owned properties as are those that are currently under contract.  Hernando Beach is residential boating and fishing community offering a wide range of home styles along saltwater and freshwater canals as well as homes with frontage on the Gulf of Mexico.  This community offers affordable waterfront living located just North of Tampa easily accessible via the Suncoast Parkway. Active... 07/05/2009

There is a new house on our street!  Preparations for its arrival began several weeks ago with extensive site preparations.  You see, this Hernando Beach neighborhood is a waterfront community where all new homes have to be built on stilt foundations.  Once the stilts are in place and the first floor foundation i.e. garage floor has been completed, it usually takes months for the actual home construction in the traditional way to be completed. This was not the case today with the "new arrival".  It rolled into town yesterday and the various pieces started being delivered to the site early this morning. Yes, this home is a modular home, built and put together in the controlled environment of a factory with final assembly on site.  This sounds pretty straight forward so far, except, this ... 06/09/2009

Sales activity in the waterfront community of Hernando Beach, Florida, saw another increase in May 2009.  Both the number of sold properties and pending and contingent transactions increased over those in April.  Median and average prices also went higher.  All in all it seems that an encouraging trend that began earlier this year is continuing although many sales are still driven by low-priced short sale and foreclosure properties.    Active Listings:  85 Price Range:  $65,000 - $899,000 (whereas the lowest priced home is not a waterfront home but is located just one block away from the public ramp and the highest priced home is located in a Gulf front location) Median:  $299,900    Average:  $351,828 Sold May 2009:  9 Price Range:  $90,000 - $321,500   Of these sold homes, most were s... 06/03/2009

Hernando Beach, Florida, is a residential boating and fishing community with neighborhoods that are located on saltwater canals with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico or neighborhoods located on freshwater canals requiring the use of a boatlift to gain access to the saltwater canals and the Gulf of Mexico.  The latter are therefore also identified as "indirect access".  Direct or indirect, Hernando Beach has much to offer for the boater, fishing or watersports enthusiast.  The community is located in central Florida, north of Tampa and west of Orlando on the West Coast of Florida with easy access to international airports and many Florida attractions. The following market report covers the two "indirect access" areas of Hernando Beach:  Hernando Beach Central and Hernando Beach South.... 05/15/2009

The waterfront community of Hernando Beach has seen some increase in activity in the last months which continued in April 2009 with three homes sold and ten homes currently under contract in the "direct access" neighborhoods of the area. This waterfront community along the Gulf Coast of Florida is a residential boating and fishing community with most homes built along man-made canals and a few more homes built inland near the public boat ramp. Just about an hours drive north of Tampa and about 1 1/2 hours drive west of Orlando, Hernando Beach offers affordable waterfront living with easy access to two international airports and many area attractions. Neighborhoods in Hernando Beach are identified by their access to the Gulf of Mexico: direct and indirect access via a boatlift.  Propert... 05/15/2009

Finally, Hernando Beach residents will have access to fresh fruits and vegetables right at their doorstep!  The first Hernando Beach Farmer's Market will open this Saturday, May 16th and it is planned to have it every weekend from then on.  Located along the main road through the area, the market will not only benefit people by bringing fresh produce closer to home but could give them a reason and an opportunity stop into some of our other businesses and restaurants as well.  So, let's get your neighbors, kids, and friends and bring them out this weekend to support this new market in our community!  See you there!    If you are looking for waterfront property for personal or investment in Hernando and Pasco Counties including the communities of Hernando Beach, Weeki Wachee, Pine Island,... 05/12/2009

Hernando Beach, Florida, is a residential boating and fishing community with neighborhoods that are located on saltwater canals with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico or neighborhoods located on freshwater canals requiring the use of a boatlift to gain access to the saltwater canals and the Gulf of Mexico.  The latter are therefore also identified as "indirect access".  Direct or indirect, Hernando Beach has much to offer for the boater, fishing or watersports enthusiast.  The community is located in central Florida, north of Tampa and west of Orlando on the West Coast of Florida with easy access to international airports and many Florida attractions. The following market report covers the two "indirect access" areas of Hernando Beach:  Hernando Beach Central and Hernando Beach South.... 04/06/2009

Hernando Beach is a waterfront community along the Gulf Coast of Florida.  It is a residential boating and fishing community with most homes built along man-made canals. Just about an hours drive north of Tampa and about 1 1/2 hours drive west of Orlando, Hernando Beach offers affordable waterfront living with easy access to two international airports and many area attractions. Neighborhoods in Hernando Beach are identified by their access to the Gulf of Mexico: direct and indirect access via a boatlift.  Property values can be influenced by this factor.  This market report covers the areas with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico.  Please also read the market report for the indirect access neighborhoods, Hernando Beach Central and South.  Active Listings:  66 Price Range:  $65,000 - $9... 04/06/2009

Today was the 30th Annual Blessing of the Fleet hosted by the Hernando Beach Yacht Club.  Members and guests gathered at the club house for the  ceremonies that took place in three parts: on land, dockside, and out in the Gulf of Mexico.  Dignitaries present included the County Administrator and members of the Hernando County Port Authority.             After the posting of the colors and a few short speeches emphasizing the tradition of the fleet blessing and remembering those who have fallen at sea, the ceremonies proceeded with the dockside blessing of each vessel by our local Episcopalean minister.  Each boat received a certificate to remember the event.             Boats then lined up to drive down the Hernando Beach canals, following the channel into the Gulf of Mexico and stoppin... 04/04/2009

The Hernando Beach Yacht Club will host it's annual Blessing of the Fleet on April 4, 2009 at the clubhouse on Shoal Line Blvd in Hernando Beach, Florida. The event will begin at 3:00 PM with dockside blessings at 4:00 PM.  Boaters who would like to get their vessels blessed should drive their boats behind the yacht club, Snapper Canal.  Certificates will be issued to each blessed boat.  After the ceremony, boats will proceed to marker #86 for a dedication ceremony with wreath laying honoring departed mariners.  Back at the club house, social hour will begin at 5:00 PM with dinner being served at 6:00 PM.  Dress is casual, reservations are requested.  If interested, please call 352-200-5763. Disclaimer:  The Hernando Beach Yacht Club does not guarantee that you will catch more fish as a... 04/01/2009

If you are looking for waterfront property for personal or investment in Hernando and Pasco Counties including the communities of Hernando Beach, Weeki Wachee, and Hudson Beach and want to work with a local Realtor who knows these areas, please contact me. Let me help you find your place in the Sun! 04/01/2009

As the waters in the canals around Hernando Beach are warming up, the smaller fish are returning and with it lots of birds who are looking for a meal.  This Grey Heron proved successful the other day on our dock having caught a needle fish and preparing it for dinner!       If you are looking for waterfront property for personal or investment in Hernando and Pasco Counties including the communities of Hernando Beach, Weeki Wachee, and Hudson Beach and want to work with a local Realtor who knows these areas, please contact me. Let me help you find your place in the Sun! 03/22/2009