It has been said in business that you can’t do today’s job with yesterday’s methods and expect to be in business tomorrow. With over 45 years of combined experience selling waterfront and luxury real estate in Brevard County, no one understands this fact better than The Carpenter Kessel Homeselling Team. Boasting nearly $30 million in sales in 2012, DeWayne Clyde Carpenter and Kirk Kessel both agree that this striking accomplishment is due to the way they work with and relate to each other. “Kirk and I have a unique friendship and business relationship,” says Carpenter. “We understand our success is due primarily to hard work and strong ties in our community. We value our clients and their referrals; we don’t take those relationships for granted. We are appreciative of it. But we are also very appreciative of each other. One of my greatest successes was to team up with Kirk Kessel.” Partners since 2009, Carpenter and Kessel are personally invested in seeing the community thrive and prosper. Combining their knowledge of high-end buyers, sellers and markets has created an intellectual asset greater than the sum of its parts that gives them a distinct advantage in cultivating multimilliondollar deals. Their goal is to educate, raise consumer awareness on changing market conditions, and level the playing field for both buyers and sellers. Kessel says, “The secret to our success is no secret. It is simply a combination of networking, strategy, prompt service, availability, marketing, experience and intuition.” The partners work in a very organic way. Upon meeting them it is easy to see their amazing synergy. Carpenter is very intense and fast paced. He is very quick to analyze, prioritize and take action. He also thrives on the marketing side of the business.  Kessel is relationship management. He excels in building really strong relationships and is without a doubt one of the most trusted and seasoned agents in the Melbourne area. That blend of abilities is what gives them such tremendous potential.

THE BARRINGER CONDOMINIUM INDIALANTIC

1835 – 1845 N. HIGHWAY A1A, INDIALANTIC, FL32903

 
The Barringer Condo in Indialantic is one of the most desired developments in the area. This is a residents only building, no rentals allowed.  The most descrinating buyer will immediately reconized the attention to detail in these units.

 
Common features found in Barringers Condos include solid surface counters, crown molding, tumbled marble in baths, wet bar with wine cooler, and a built-in entertainment centers. The floor plans lend itself to gracious living with a large, separate dining room, and a spacious living room with spectacular ocean views.
 
The Barringer Condos have large balconies with amazing ocean views. Included with the units is an enclosed parking garage with ample guest parking outside.
 
The Barringer Condo has a secure access lobby with a intercom door answering system, enclosed ground-level parking, private ocean access, a heated oceanfront pool along with hurricane shutters. Unique to the Barringers, the building is equipped with a diesel generator which powers each unit in case of a power outage.
 

This is a great central location in Indialantic, also called “between the causeways” by the locals.

Magnolia Key Condo, Indialantic

Magnolia Key is a new oceanfront condominium residence located  in the heart of Indialantic by-the-Sea. This year-round beachside destination on Central Florida’s Space Coast is located ten minutes from Melbourne International Airport, thirty minutes to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center and one hour from Orlando International Airport and Disney World. 

Stunning ocean views, private terraces for lounging or entertaining and spacious open floor plans with well planned interiors and attention to detail define Magnolia Key. Expect granite countertops throughout and the finest brands in appliances, wood cabinetry, faucets and fixtures. The refreshing pool and spa, pool deck with built-in natural gas grill and furnished clubhouse is perfect for get-togethers with family and friends.

Magnolia Key’s four-story, three-building condominiums are a mix of one-floor residences ranging from 2000 to 3500 square feet with terrace, all with three bedrooms and two or three bathrooms. Each unit has eight foot glass doors for perfect ocean views. The sun-kissed Key West style exterior is designed in wonderful contrast to the well appointed sophisticated interiors suited to today’s lifestyle.

Whether you enjoy a walk at the ocean’s edge, water sports or savor the sunrise from your oceanfront terrace, Magnolia Key residents have it all. Local casual beach cafes and shops and Fifth Avenue’s fine restaurants and boutiques are a short stroll. Indialantic and the surrounding area offer a myriad of cultural and sporting events, nature activities, something for everyone. You have arrived..

CORAL PALM CONDO INDIALANTIC

 2875 N HIGHWAY A1A, INDIALANTIC, FL  32903

 
Coral Palm is located between the causeways in Indialantic which means it’s close to everything! This building features an air conditioned atrium where all catwalks are inside and private.

 
There are 5 units per floor on floors 2-6 and 3 units per floor on floors 7-8. The corner units on floors 7 and 8 are 3500sf! Each unit features a large, private tiled balcony.

 
Each unit comes with at least one enclosed garage space. The building has a tiled lobby, two elevators, a recreation room, an exercise room and a community heated pool. This is a secure building with entry through a coded lobby doors.

 
The Coral Palm is one of the more desirable buildings along this strip of Brevard County coastline. The ocean is your back yard. Wake up to the sound of the of the gentles waves lapping against the shore.

 
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THE CLARIDGE OCEANFRONT CONDO INDIALANTIC

1515 HIGHWAY A1A, INDIALANTIC, FL 32903

 
The Claridge Oceanfront Condo is rare small, elegant eight unit building with only two units per floor. Each unit has either a private 2 car garage or 2 common area garage spaces and a private A/C storage unit.
 
The residences feature generous room sizes, open living areas, plenty of storage / closet space, luxury finishes, large wrap-around balconies with incredible ocean views. The master suite is complete with 2 walk-in closets, jacuzzi tub, walk in shower, double separate vanities and separate water closets.  
The additional guest bedrooms each have a private bath and balcony. Every kitchen is designed to entertain and features granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, walk in pantry and with plenty of counter space.
 
The Claridge Oceanfront Condo amenities include a clubhouse, community pool and beach access.
 
Enjoy sunrises, white sandy beaches, turtle nesting and the sounds of the surf below from your wrap around balcony overlooking the Atlantic Ocean located in Indialantic between the causeways.
 
The top floor oceanfront penthouse units feature spectacular ocean views, 15 ft cathedral ceilings, large wrap around balconies and a 2 car private garage.
 
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OCEAN PLACE CONDO INDIALANTIC

1119 Highway A1A, Indialantic FL

After years of the A1A landscape being unchanged, Indialantic is about to get something it hasn’t seen since before the housing bubble burst: a new oceanfront condo! Fueled by the current lack of inventory and the demand for higher quality oceanfront residences, Ocean Place has been born. Featuring high quality finishes and functional floor plans, Ocean Place will fit the needs of the most discriminating buyer. This boutique style building features only 12 units (3 units per floor) and expecting completion is March 2014. The 3 bedroom floor plans range from 1700sf – 2200sf with prices starting in the $260k range for a west facing unit.

Ocean Place Condominium offers luxurious comforts, modern convenience and resort-style amenities in a tranquil, oceanfront setting. The developer / builder has mastered the art of combining opulence and practicality with Ocean Place. Ocean Place Condominium consists of eight, three bedroom, three bath condominiums with study and four three bedroom, two bath condominiums, boasting gourmet kitchens with state-of-the-art appliances, master suites with private, spacious balconies, open floor plans and spectacular panoramic views.       

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735 North Highway A1A, Indialantic, FL 32903

 Welcome home to opulence and convenience!  Topaz condominiums offer amazing, open floor plans, high-end finishes, upgraded appliances, spectacular foyers, and views that will leave you breathless.  Professionally designed lobby greets guests with a note of unsurpassed taste and stature. Wake to lazy mornings on your expansive, private balcony, overlooking Indialantic’s blue waters. Enjoy quiet evenings, strolling in the surf or taking a dip in the heated swimming pool. Topaz is expertly maintained, offering residents luxurious, tropical surroundings, without the daily hassles of maintenance.  Each unit has at least one under-building parking garage with additional storage.  Come home to prestige and maintenance-free living in one of Indialantic’s premiere oceanfront condominiums!

 Amenities, in this 6-story complex, include ocean-side sparkling swimming pool, recreation room, vehicle wash center and beach access.

 Located on A1A, just down from Eau Gallie Causeway, Topaz is convenient to boutique shopping, exceptional dining, night time entertainment and so much more!

Year Built: 2002 | Number of Floors: 6 | HOA Fee: $360 Monthly | Not a 55+ Community | Pool: Yes | Hot Tub: No | Total Number of Units: 28

Pocket Listings on the Space Coast

According to the Reuters news service, the home market for those with high net worth incomes (HNWI) has remained surprisingly strong — even when there were dips in other sectors. Luxury homes are hot on the radar of those with the means to swing multi-million dollar purchases.

One listing tactic for the marketing of luxury homes — whether in Beverly Hills, Palm Beach, or here in Brevard — is the “pocket listing.” Pocket listings give the owners of luxury homes the ability to conduct a discreet, private sale by keeping it off the Multiple Listing Service. The most common reason my sellers opt to steer clear of the MLS is to give maximum leeway concerning general public knowledge of the offering.  For some, maintaining control of public access to their domestic doings can be viewed as a business necessity. Instead of being exposed on the usual multiple-listing services, it’s marketed directly by their agent.

Selling luxury homes through pocket listings can also provide the homeowner and agent the maximum ability to vet potential buyers. Another advantage is for business people wishing to avoid upsetting customers or employees can avoid speculation that they may be leaving the area. For those who are wary of listing their luxury homes during a less than roaring market, a pocket listing leaves the door open to selling to the right buyer for an ideal price.

However, the same qualities that make pocket listings an attractive path to a discreet sale also carry a notable drawback. By their very nature, pocket listings could cut down the number of potential buyers — considerably cutting down the chances of reaching the best possible sale price. The key is to list with an agent with a proven track record in selling similar homes. They would have their finger on the pulse of who’s in the marketplace looking for a home like yours.

If you are looking to sell your home with little fanfare, call us to discuss your options and the pros and cons of each. Local luxury homes can sometimes be well served when they stay in the pocket!

Also, if you are a buyer and have can’t find what you’re looking for, contact us…we could have just what you’re looking for in our pocket.

The DeWayne Carpneter / Kirk Kessel Homeselling Team just listed the
North East penthouse in the Topaz for $1.295 million.

With an open floor plan and vaulted ceilings, this is the perfect place to host social affairs or simply relax as you retreat from everyday cares. This rare offering is complete with 4 bedrooms (including a private guest suite with sitting room), 3.5 bathrooms, abundant storage, 2 car garage spaces. Built in 2002, it boasts 4437sf under air plus an additional 400sf terrace.

Location

Located in between the causeways in the desirable area of Indialantic.
Walk to Starbucks, Cold Stone Creamery, and other restaurants and
shops along 5th Ave.

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735 Highway A1A #PH1, Indialantic Florida

Click here for a full list of Oceanfront Condos on the Space Coast:
http://www.carpenterkessel.com/Brevard-County-Oceanfront-Condos-For-Sale-6-10078.html

THE BARRINGER CONDOMINIUM INDIALANTIC

1835 – 1845 N. HIGHWAY A1A, INDIALANTIC, FL32903

The Barringer Condo in Indialantic is one of the most desired developments in the area. This is a residents only building, no rentals allowed.  The most descrinating buyer will immediately reconized the attention to detail in these units.

Common features found in Barringers Condos include solid surface counters, crown molding, tumbled marble in baths, wet bar with wine cooler, and a built-in entertainment centers. The floor plans lend itself to gracious living with a large, separate dining room, and a spacious living room with spectacular ocean views.

The Barringer Condos have large balconies with amazing ocean views. Included with the units is an enclosed parking garage with ample guest parking outside.

The Barringer Condo has a secure access lobby with a intercom door answering system, enclosed ground-level parking, private ocean access, a heated oceanfront pool along with hurricane shutters. Unique to the Barringers, the building is equipped with a diesel generator which powers each unit in case of a power outage.

This is a great central location in Indialantic, also called “between the causeways” by the locals.

Click here for a current list of condos for sale in The Barringer, Indialantic