Investing in Florida Real Estate – Find Florida condos for sale under 50000!

Have you considered owning a property in a city that is known for entertainment and thrill rides, fashion, dining and above all its exciting beach life!

It is often said that in Orlando Florida, days are twenty six hours long. There are so many activities to indulge in that you will never know how time flies by while you are here in Florida. From theme parks to sailing, swimming and sunbathing at the beach, you have lots of activities to occupy your days. When you get tired of activities, just relax on the beach to get a beautiful tan. In short Orlando Florida makes a fantastic vacation destination for travelers of all ages.

It always makes sense investing in properties at hot tourist destinations like Orlando Florida. They not only offer you a place to stay every time you visit Orlando, they also can become a good source of rental income. And when it comes to finding the right investment property in Florida, nothing can beat the appeals of Florida condos.

Condo lifestyle means a fantastic combination of ease of living, security and value. Florida condos are particularly attractive to second home buyers because they offer hassle free ownership for the out of town buyer. You can own and use the condo unit without needing to deal with exterior maintenance.

In the hot tourist spots like Orlando Florida, condos are generally far less expensive than single family homes or even townhomes. While single family homes are beyond the means of the majority of the home buyers, condos are within reach of the vast number buyers and investors. With condo prices now drastically reduced due to the recession, many new buyers are entering the market in search of a good bargain (and we see many good bargains every week.) For those, who have been thinking of making real estate investment and also arranged for the finance, this can be the right time for buying Orlando Florida condos. Many of the condos for sale are either Bank owned condos or foreclosure condos which makes for an incredible opportunity for condo buyers today. When condos are bank owned or foreclosures they often sell for pennies on the dollar.

Florida condos can offer you an excellent lifestyle close to Orlando and less than an hour from the beach. Florida beachfront homes are too expensive to be afforded by average buyers. On the other hand, the Florida condo market has a variety of beachfront units. One room studio apartments or luxury penthouses or three storied loft style units – you name it and you will find them in Florida. Florida condos are allowing second home buyers to enter the market in search of real estate opportunities.

Florida condos are ultra chic in their look and feel. Their modern floor plans are designed to match any lifestyle. Top class appliances, stylish furniture and international standard fixture turn them into five-star residences. Above all, you get a number of entertainment and recreational facilities right within the property. While living in one of the luxury condos in Florida, you won’t have to worry about the mundane aspects of life, as a team of qualified housekeeping staff are available to take care of your household needs.

Moreover, round the clock security is provided by the condominium’s own security personnel. Surveillance systems are installed to keep watch on the activities in various corners of the condo complex.

All these features make a condo property a better choice than a single family home and more and more second home buyers are trying their hands in Florida condos. If you want a vacation home that can be doubled up as an investment property, then Florida condos can be the right real estate solution for you.

Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Typically these condos sell very quickly, especially the lower priced ones so if you see a condo that you are interested in let me know right away so I can get you all the details.

Here are links to Central Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Orlando Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Altamonte Springs Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Casselberry Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Lake Mary Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Longwood Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Oviedo Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Sanford Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Winter Springs Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Winter Park Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Orlando Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

Florida condos for sale under 50000 are available through eXp Realty, please contact Tom Mack for more information at 888-450-2659 or visit our website Florida Condos For Sale Under 50000

If you are interested in Florida condos in an area that is not listed above please let me know and I will send you all the details you need for the area you are interested in.

Bank owned condos and foreclosure condos are available and represent some of the best bargains in the market place today.

My favorite ice cream in the whole wide world is made right here in sunny Central Florida by Chef Ralph at Three 2 Oh! They are so awesome in fact that they were featured on The Daily Buzz today (July 27,2011.) You can see a clip of the show below.

The Daily Buzz is syndicated to more than 142 TV stations nation wide.

What makes Ralph’s ice cream and sorbet so great? To start with everything is home made from fresh natural ingredient then it’s frozen using their specially designed liquid nitrogen ice cream system. Because liquid nitrogen is so cold (320 degrees below zero to be exact) the ingredients are frozen very rapidly which allows the ice cream to freeze without forming any ice crystals. This is the secret to making the smoothest most delicious frozen treat you have ever experienced.

Now you can’t find Three 2 Oh! ice cream in any stores but you can book them to come to your next event or party. Give Chef Ralph a call at 407-353-1227 and he will tell you all about it.

So other than their fantastic ice cream let me tell you what else makes Three 2 Oh! great. It’s their passion for giving back to our community. Three 2 Oh! will be serving up their famous liquid nitrogen ice cream again this year at the Taste of the Nation which benefits the Central Florida Collation for the Homeless and Second harvest Food Bank.

2011 marks the 22nd Annual Taste of the Nation here in Orlando and it will take place on Saturday, August 6, 2011 at the Orlando World Center Marriott Resort and Convention Center.

This foodie event offers attendees the opportunity to sample unique and succulent specialties from 30 of Central Florida’s finest restaurants and chefs. Showcasing their trademark talent and creativity, the combination of stimulating visual presentations and divine treats for your taste buds are sure to make the elegant evening memorable for all.

And don’t forget go come prepared for their fabulous raffle and silent auction where guests (like you and me) compete in exciting bidding wars for amazing experiences, commemorative novelties and practical and unique items to please all tastes!

Maximize your evening with VIP tickets that include reserved priority seating, an exclusive champagne toast, early entry, and goody bags among the fabulous benefits!

This evening of fine dining and entertainment will benefit Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida and Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.

100% of ticket sales help ensure no kid in America grows up hungry. Please visit Taste of the Nation to purchase tickets.

Make sure you stop by the Three 2 Oh! booth and say hi, I will be there helping to scoop all their wonderful flavors (volunteers get all the ice cream you can eat!) And forget about ice cream being for dessert, make this your first stop.

Keep up with all the Florida Real Estate news right here at Florida Real Estate

http://homes-orlando.com/local-ice-cream-featured-on-the-daily-buzz

7352 Bella Foresta Place Sanford FL

This weeks Foreclosure Fridays takes us to Bella Foresta in Lovely Sanford FL to an absolutely beautiful two story new construction bank owned home.

Today we are at 7352 Bella Foresta Place which is situated in the gated Bella Foresta neighborhood. It’s your private wooded paradise strategically tucked away in Seminole County’s sought after Markham Woods area.

Bella Foresta is a gated 54 lot subdivision with custom built homes ranging from $700,000 to $1,700,000. Bella Foresta is convenient to Maitland Center, Altamonte Springs, Lake Mary and Orlando. It is within minutes of great shopping and dining at Colonial Town Park, the Seminole Towne Center Mall and Lake Mary.

This home just hit the market the other day. It has never been lived in; it’s a brand new builder spec home with all the bells and whistles you would expect and more.

This homes was used as the builders model home and decorated beautifully. Although those furnishings are gone now you can still enjoy the photos to give you a better idea of how magnificent this home truly is. See the virtual tour here.

It was listed for sale less than a year ago for $949,000 but when the bank took it over the price went down to an amazing $635,000.

This home was built in 2009 by a local custom home builder who is known for their high quality and attention to detail. This home sits on a large one acre wood lot in a gated neighborhood of high quality custom homes.

It has 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms and 4590 square feet of interior living area.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to own a brand new home for a fraction of the cost of construction.

I will tell you that there are a few items that need to be completed like the pool but I will explain that to you in a minute.

Overall, this home is nicely priced with quite a bit of space, over 4,500 sq. ft. Needs very little inside and is a great deal for anyone looking for brand new construction in an attractive upscale community.

Homes-Orlando.com Published on the Kindle

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Read our blog to learn about the Central Florida Real Estate Market, Homes for sale in Orlando, Orlando homes for sale and Orlando foreclosures. Our weekly bank owned home feature called “Foreclosure Fridays” features a Central Florida Bank Owned Homes.

259 Lakay Place Longwood FL

This weeks Foreclosure Fridays takes us to Terra Oaks in lovely Longwood FL to an absolutely beautiful two story lake front home.

Terra Oaks is located off Sand Lake Road in Longwood (just off Hwy 434.) This intimate neighborhood contains only 44 home sites with custom homes ranging in price from $550,000 to $1,200,000. These homes were built between 2000 and 2005.

This home was first marketed as a short sale for the bargain price of $998,000. When the bank took it over about six months ago they listed it for $750,000. Now the price has dropped all the way down to $528,000.

That’s right, the price has dropped by $221,000 since the bank started marketing this home 6 months ago. With a price like this I am sure this deal isn’t going to last long.

Terra Oaks is a gated 44 lot subdivision with custom built homes ranging from $575,000 to $1,200,000. Terra Oaks is convenient to Maitland Center, Altamonte Springs, Lake Mary and Orlando. It is within minutes of great shopping and dining at Colonial Town Park, the Seminole Towne Center Mall and Lake Mary.

Unlike most of Central Florida which is very flat this neighborhood has some nice changes in elevation which also makes it unique. At it’s center is a small lake with a fountain which gives this community an intimate inviting setting.

In addition to it’s superb location, Terra Oaks is zoned for some of the best schools in Seminole County; Forest City Elementary, Teague Middle School, Lake Brantley High School

Today we are at 259 Lakay Place Longwood FL which is in the upscale gated Terra Oaks Subdivision.

This home has 6 bedrooms, 7 1/2 bathrooms and almost 6000 air conditioned square feet of living area.

Perfect for a large family or those who want a lot of space.

The foyer features many stone columns, large arches and 24 ft ceiling. Wonderful kitchen with granite, stainless steel appliances, center cooking island, counter seating & big eat in area with large window overlooking the pool and pond.

Family room has nice built in shelving and a gas fireplace.

There is a separate outside entrance to the second floor.

All 6 bedrooms have their own private bath and large closets with California Closet built-ins. Don’t miss the large 2nd story Bonus Room, it is big enough for a pool table or Theater Room.

Outdoor multi-level tiled patio features summer kitchen, private pool bath, heated pool & spa and great views of the community pond.

There are many upgrades including crown molding, tray ceilings, central vacuum, many French Doors, security system, surround sound wiring, 3 car garage and a tile roof.

Overall, this home is nicely priced with quite a bit of space, nearly 6,000 sq. ft. Needs very little and is a great deal for anyone looking for newer construction lakefront home in an attractive upscale community.

779 Stephens Pass Cove Lake Mary

This weeks Foreclosure Fridays takes us to Island Club in Lake Mary to an absolutely beautiful two story lake front home.

Island Club is nestled between two lakes in an intimate setting and boasts breathtaking views and nature at its best in this Lake Mary community. Island Club contains over-sized home sites to accommodate a total of 37 luxury homes. It is within minutes of great shopping and dining at Colonial Town Park and the Seminole Towne Center Mall. In addition to it’s superb location, Island Club is zoned for some of the best schools in Seminole County.

Today we are at 779 Stephens Pass Cove in Lake Mary which is in the upscale gated Island Club Subdivision.

This home just has been on the market for nearly six months since a local bank took it over. It’s in immaculate condition and is full of charm and is ripe for the picking. I am sure the bank would love to get this home off their books.

This home was built in 2008 by a local custom home builder who is known for their quality and attention to detail. So much detail that you are really going to have to come see this one in person, it’s stunning.

It has 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms and a little over 4000 square feet of interior living area.

It has many attractive features and architectural elements both inside and out. This home has all the details of a high-end, custom home, but on a smaller scale and a smaller price. This home is listed for only $699,000 which by the way is about half of what the original custom home builder was selling it for.

All the bedrooms have their own private bath and the master suit has breathtaking views over the lake. This truly is a nature lovers paradise.

Something interesting to take note of is that there is NO back yard on this property. The rear property has a retaining wall and everything behind it is in a protected conservation area leading down to the lake. No alterations to this protected area are allowed.

2156 Talman Mews Ct Winter Park FL

This weeks Foreclosure Fridays takes us to Talman Mews in Winter Park FL. Talman Mews is located off Tuskawilla Road on the far East side of Winter Park. This neighborhood of custom homes was built between 2008 and 2011 and contains exquisite homes with prices starting at over one million dollars.

Talman Mews is known for its exclusive homes and estates and a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle. Talman Mews is close to down town Winter Park, Winter Springs and only minutes from the Green Way (Hwy 417) which will take you just about anywhere you need to go in Central Florida.

The Winter Park foreclosure that we are highlighting this week is located at 2156 Talman Mews Court in Winter Park FL which is a true Winter Park Estate situated on a double lot in small intimate neighborhood.

This home just came on the market the other day, it’s in stunningly perfect condition and is very warm and cozy for such a large almost new executive home.

This home was custom built in 2008 by a local custom home builder.

It has 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms and a sprawling 6743 square feet of interior living area.

This home was listed for sale as a short sale for the last 6 months for $1,700,000 but as soon as the bank took it over the new listing price was reduced a whopping $400,000 to a mere $1,300,000.

And to make it even more enticing the bank is willing to offer jumbo financing with only 20% down!

There are a few things you are not going to want to miss as we walk through this home like the

• Detached mother-in-law suite
• Four car garage
• Full pet station
• Gas fireplace in the master suite
• Extra large home office
• Game room, large media room
• And an elevator!

Homes in Winter Park are very desirable. This Winter Park neighborhood is located in the North East portion of Central Florida (Greater Orlando area.) The city of Winter Park offers a feeling of living away from the hustle and bustle of a major city, but just minutes away from the museums, restaurants and boutiques Central Florida has to offer.

20 Ellington Place Oviedo FL

This weeks Foreclosure Fridays takes us to Ellington Estates in Oviedo FL. Ellington Estates is located off Hwy 434 in Oviedo just minutes from down town. This neighborhood of custom homes was built between 2004 and 2006 and contains 30 home sites with homes priced between $500,000 and $1,100,000.

Ellington Estates is a gated neighborhood and is known for its exclusive homes and estates and a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle. Amenities include a basketball court and playground located near the front entrance of the community. It’s very close to the Cross Seminole biking & hiking trails.

Ellington Estates is close to down town Oviedo and only minutes from the Green Way (Hwy 417) which will take you just about anywhere you need to go in Central Florida.

Homes in Seminole County are very desirable. This Oviedo neighborhood is located in the North East portion of Central Florida (Greater Orlando area.) The city of Oviedo offers a feeling of living away from the hustle and bustle of a major city, but just minutes away from the museums, restaurants and boutiques Central Florida has to offer.

The Oviedo foreclosure that we are highlighting this week is located at 20 Ellington Place in Oviedo and is priced at just $419,900.

I admit, finding great places to ‘dine’ in Orlando can be a challenge.

To the rescue: Orlando Magazine Annual 2011 Dining Issue.  www.orlandomagazine.com and input from a foodie that has called the Orlando area home for the last 9 years: ME.  As a foodie, my husband & I love to cook, eat and enjoy.  If we’re going out, no matter the budget, it has to be better than something that we can ‘whip up.’   Keep this in mind as you read my comments.

My fav places and how Orlando Magazine rated them:

Best of the Best

Seasons 52 www.seasons52.com Voters got this one right!  Seasons 52 was ranked in 10 categories.Amy: Great lunch spot: for business meetings, quick bite with your s.o. or the girlfriends.  Knowledgeable staff, caring service, great food, $ wise is up to you.

Fishbones www.talkofthetownrestaurants.com www.fishbones.com Voters got this one right!  Fishbones was ranked in 7 categories.Amy: Lunch, dinner or just happy hour so glad this place is only 10 minutes from my home/office in Lake Mary. The outdoor patio is unbelievable.  Staff, service, quality is all top shelf! Yes, a little pricey but worth it!  when I have friends or business associates in town, I love to bring them here.  They are always grateful I did.

Best Deli TooJays ranked high and they always do, I am a fan.  But a few years ago a family opened up That Deli here in Lake Mary and I was hooked from day one.  Not a surprise to me, they were ranked #2 in all of Orlando.  Their claim to fame: ‘one store, one owner’  (If I can talk them into it, I’m thinking ‘franchise!!!’) Creative & healthy sandwiches, soups, side salads all made fresh each day..what a nice option to ‘pick a side’ vs. pick a bag of chips.  YUM.  www.thatdelifl.com

Jason’s Deli has long been a staple in Altamonte Springs, right outside the gates of Uptown Altamonte and the Altamonte Mall.  Their sandwich/deli menu is awesome! But even the biggest meat eaters go there for the salad bar.  www.jasonsdeli.com

Best in their category

Best of Florida/Spanish/Cuban/Latin Cuisine In my past life, I worked at the Columbia Restaurant (St. Armands Cir in Sarasota, FL) for 5+ years.  Every day, I enjoyed the best Spanish, Cuban, Latin cuisine…and NEVER tired of it.  Once I moved to Lake Mary/Orlando, FL I was happy to know that the Columbia could be had via a short drive to their location in Celebration.   As it’s a short drive from the Disney area and the convention center, this is my #1 choice for any group or business dinner I arrange for myself or others.   www.columbiarestaurant.com

The location, the atmosphere, service are beautiful.  Now, let me tell you about the food & spirits!  Enjoy a nice Spanish red, a mojito, or a pitcher of sangria…1905 salad, Cuban bread, Spanish bean or black bean soup..that is just the beginning…the menu is full of flavor…plan to make an evening of your time at the Columbia.  Walk it all off around the picturesque town of Celebration.

Best of Sushi/Japanese Cuisine Thank goodness they recognized Lake Mary as a great place to open store #2.  Amura is amazing!  Fresh, fun (and yes a little pricey) so I don’t hop over there once a week…it’s an investment…in your palate for a happy dance!Amura: whatever you are doing, keep it up!  Lake Mary/Seminole County has embraced you and wants you here for a long time to come.

For Fun and something for everyone from $-$$ Some may avoid the chains (truthfully, whenever I can I want to support the independents) yet at end of day everyone is a business owner, has a local investment and is good as their last meal.  2 of my fav’s:

www.cheesecakefactory.com Hit up the store in Winter Park Village…lunch, dinner, desert..you won’t be disappointed.

www.cafetututango.com This has got to be one of my fav restaurants of all time.  Their location in the Mercado, just south of the convention center and in the heart of “yes, we are busy all of the time!’ means as a local I don’t frequent the location that much.  BUT if you are in town for a few days and in the area, it should be a must attend place for you.  Outstanding tapas/small plates..great for groups too..order 1 of everything and share!!  My fav location is the one in Cocoanut Grove..if you ever get down to south FL, you must visit café tu tu tango at Coco Walk.

Places I want to go:

www.citrusorlando.com everyone is loving Citrus..this is on my list!

www.theravenouspig.com In Orlando being voted # 2 in ‘best places worthy of waiting for a table’ is a place I need to check out.

www.seaorlando.com Other than @ home, I haven’t had good thai food in a while…looks like I need to check out 2SeaThai

Lastly, the new Amway Center open with it’s signature rooftop lounge.  Got to get myself up there to enjoy the breeze, see the lights of the city and enjoy a great martini with my man..going soon to: One80GreyGoose Lounge @ the Amway Center.

For more info on things to do and see in Orlando, and great places to eat, drink and PLAY:

contact Amy Stier            amy.stier@exprealty.com 321-363-6600

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – April 19, 2011 – A $1 billion program expected to help 40,000 Floridians stave off foreclosure opened statewide Monday, setting off a first-come, first-served rush for government-aided mortgage payments.

The Florida Hardest Hit Fund program, administered by the Florida Housing Finance Corp., is designed to aid unemployed homeowners by paying their mortgages for up to six months, or helping them get caught up on as much as $6,000 in past due payments.

“For the homeowners who qualify, this temporary relief from their mortgage payments will provide some ‘breathing room’ so they can focus on becoming re-employed at a level that will allow them to resume making payments on their own,” Steve Auger, executive director of Florida Housing, said in a statement.

Housing agencies and homeowner help centers reported lots of interest and few hiccups with the online-only application process.

“Needless to say, people were waiting by their computers this morning and have been busy all day,” said Reg Froese, director of homeownership preservation for Neighborhood Housing Services of South Florida.

By midday Monday, about 50 program applicants were referred to NHSSF by Florida Housing, which hands over completed applications to several housing agencies across the state. NHSSF also had about 70 applicants waiting to get help with the program before it launched statewide, Froese said.

Florida Housing spent five months monitoring and tweaking the program during a pilot run in Lee County.

After the pilot, the program parameters and requirements changed. The amount of aid available to homeowners was reduced and participants are now required to contribute at least $70 each month towards their mortgage.

A spokeswoman for Florida Housing said it was too early to gauge the level of interest on the first day of the program’s launch, but data on the number of applications received would be available Friday.

In order to qualify, a homeowner must be unemployed or underemployed, and must be no more than six months behind on mortgage payments. The program is only for primary, or “owner-occupied,” residences.

In South Florida, where unemployment remains in the double-digits, and hundreds of thousands of mortgages are delinquent, interest in the program is likely to be high until the $1 billion in funding runs out.

For more information, or to apply, visit www.flhardesthithelp.org

Florida launches statewide program to help Florida homeowners avoid foreclosure