Monday Prep: Why Bluewater Bay Is the Hottest Neighborhood Right Now

The Data: Bluewater Bay vs. the Competition

  • Bluewater Bay (Niceville): Median sale price $549,500 (July 2025), up 9.9% YoY, ~73 DOM.

  • Niceville overall: Median sale ~$497K, down 18.5% YoY, ~69 DOM.

  • Fort Walton Beach: Median sale ~$295K, down 18.7% YoY, ~53 DOM.

  • Shalimar: Median sale ~$520K, up 23.1% YoY, ~66 DOM (small sample size).

Takeaway: Bluewater Bay is holding value and attracting buyers despite longer market times.

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Why Pay More to Sell? Real Estate Commission Myths in Fort Walton Beach

ost home sellers in Fort Walton Beach are still paying 5–6% commissions—and often, they’re being told that 5% is a “discount.” But here’s the truth: whether it’s 5% or 6%, that’s still thousands of dollars more than you need to spend to get the exact same exposure, same MLS access, and same buyer results.

At Uber Realty, I do things differently—because I care that you get to keep more of your money. I help you sell your home the same way I would sell mine: with full-service support, direct communication, and one clear goal—you, the home seller, should keep more of your equity.

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