Over the past few years, new homes have dominated the market in Gulfport and Biloxi MS. This is partially from unknown issues with “pre-Katrina” homes and the relatively low pricepoint of new homes. New homes in desirable subdivisions are starting in the $130k range with many nice amenities such as granite counters and tile floors. Obviously, prices go up from there, but we are not talking about a crappy little vinyl-wrap box for that and other builders are following suit.

It is feasible to even get a nice, waterfront home starting at this pricepoint. I have a builder that has averaged around $80/ft and really pays attention to the details of a home. He is able to keep his costs low because he has been using many of the same subcontractors for years and he keeps them busy (the philosophy of steady work at a steady pay is better than sporadic work at high pay).

Whether you are looking to buy a new home in a new subdivision or build a new home, contact me to assist with the process. I am typically paid by the seller or builder giving you my expertise without having to come out of pocket.

I love waterfront lots and Pass Christian has some great deals. Henderson Point and Timber Ridge are probably the two most favorable areas in Pass Christian for waterfront communities, not necessarily in that order

Many bay front properties are still available starting in the low to mid $100k range but navigable waterways along canals can harbor great building lots starting in the $50k range with a few deals found even lower. If you are not worried about navigating a boat down it, there are some smaller canals where the fishing is still great from the back porch, starting in the low $30k range.

Pass Christian has made great leaps in developing back infrastructure and zoning laws and makes it a really great place to have access to peaceful amenities while still having the basic needs of civilized living (aka a Walmart).

Timber Ridge is starting to fill out nicely with many beautiful new homes lining the waterways and more being built regularly. Inland lots can be found around $15k and still has easy access to water. While I do not play golf, many residents enjoy the Pass Christian Isles Golf Course as much as the water sports in the St Louis Bay.

Not interested in living in a “community” and just want a quiet, waterfront place to live? Small, quiet streets are easily found within a few minutes boat ride to the open Bay. Contact Me today to start your search. I have builders that are excellent and have been building in the area for over a decade building hundreds of homes. Quality work at great prices.

Savanna Trails in Ocean Springs MS was one of the best planned subdivisions I have seen in this business. It sold out almost the entire Phase 1 of the subdivision in a matter of months, but unfortunately, the amenities promised were never put in place, building stagnated, and through a series of unfortunate events – the dream died.

Not to fret though. The property has seen some new vigor as of late and the newer are of the massive undertaking is now called Savanna Pines. From discussions with owners (I have not verified with developer as agents have not called me back), they have been told that the new developer/builder plans on adding those promised amenities in time which would drastically increase the value of existing homes in the area over the coming years.

If you are considering buying in this area, please contact me. There are great deals to be found now in existing homes that are only a couple of years old and new construction homes.

If you are considering building a new home, it is imperative that you contact me before going directly to a builder or a builder’s agent, unless of course you are directly related or really good friends with a quality builder that builds numerous homes every year.

As a full time real estate broker that has spent a lot of time in the new construction market, I have worked with many new home builders on the Mississippi Coast. I have helped people gain more insight on the building process and helped them locate their perfect builder from Bay St Louis to Ocean Springs and just about everywhere in between.

The building process is daunting and can be a real challenge unless you are working with someone who has YOUR interests and can help you through the process.

I have builders that start as low as $80 square foot (possibly lower per foot price if you are building a really big home with lots of open space). Don’t be fooled by builders that advertise $65/foot – by the time they add all the extras in, you will pay much more. When you are ready to get serious about starting the process – contact me for quality affordable builders. I can assist from the very beginning in lot selection as well.

Let’s talk. Want something really special? Let’s talk waterfront!
If you are looking for Go Zone Properties and need smaller, affordable homes that will cash flow, I have you covered as well.

English Manor in Gulfport MS is another subdivision that is close to just about everything. Roughly a mile from Crossroads shopping center, Best Buy, Cinemark movie theater, Factory Outlets, and numerous dining facilities, and even closer to the Gulfport Sportsplex and Gulf Islands Waterpark. This community, built by D.R. Horton, has extremely well-built homes at reasonable pricing.

Originally, these homes started out in the $150k-$200k range. This community started out with excellent cost per square foot cost, making the community one of the best valued properties available.

If you are considering buying or selling a home in English Manor, please contact me. I am also available to assist you with homes anywhere else on the MS Coast.

Camelot Estates in Gulfport, MS should be titled “Affordable Luxury”. Adams Homes has a history of putting out a quality home for a reasonable price, but they outdid themselves here.

Camelot Estates is a centrally located subdivision with easy access to shopping and entertainment at the intersection of Hwy 49 and I-10. The area boasts Crossroads shopping center, Sam’s Club, the Factory Outlets, and a Walmart shopping complex as well numerous dining establishments.

Easy access to the Gulfport Sports Complex, Gulf Islands Waterpark, and for those that don’t like traffic on Hwy 49, an alternate route to I-10 by way of Canal Rd when you need to get to the Interstate a little quicker.

At the time of this writing, there are only two available properties in Camelot Estates based on data from the Gulf Coast Association of Realtors MLS. One home is 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, 2100 square feet and listed at $219,900. The other is a 4 bedroom and 3 bath home, with a whopping 3000 square feet of living space (one of my favorite floor plans by Adams Homes), and is listed at $244,900.

If you would like more information on Camelot Estates in Gulfport MS or any other homes on the Mississippi Coast, please contact  me and I will be happy to assist.