Christopher Schultz Real Estate

09/16/2026

STOP WAITING FOR THE MARKET TO “GET BETTER.”
Start looking at the data. 👀📊

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to buy or sell on the Emerald Coast, the latest numbers tell a pretty interesting story.

Here’s what happened through August 2026:

🏠 Closed sales are up 14.31% YTD
💰 Closed dollar volume is up 25.03% YTD
📝 Contracts written are up 15.54% YTD
📈 Contract volume is up 24.98% YTD
🏡 New listings are essentially flat — up just 0.15% YTD

But there’s an important wrinkle…

August showed some moderation. Closed volume was down 2.27% YoY, and new listings were down 9.64% YoY for the month.

Translation?
The market isn’t standing still. It’s changing.

For buyers, that can mean more opportunities to negotiate and make thoughtful decisions while demand remains active.

For sellers, buyers are still out there—and homes are still moving—but pricing and positioning matter.

The takeaway isn't “buy now” or “sell now.”

It's this:

Don’t make your decision based on yesterday’s headlines. Make it based on today’s numbers.

Want to know what these numbers mean for your specific home, neighborhood, or buying budget?
Send me a message. Let’s look at the data. 📊🌴

09/04/2026

Stop waiting for a "better" market and check out the data from the Emerald Coast Association of Realtors.

Here is exactly what you need to know:

Sellers hold the leverage: New listings taken are nearly flat at +0.87% YTD. This extreme inventory shortage means if you are listing in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, or Crestview right now, you are stepping into a market with high demand and low competition.

Buyers need to prepare for price power: Closed volume (+29.12% YoY) is dramatically outpacing unit growth (+15.86% YoY). What does that mean? Higher price points are fueling this market. You need a bulletproof pre-approval and an aggressive negotiation strategy to win.

As a listing specialist with Keller Williams Emerald Coast, my bottom line to you is this: Growth is normalizing, but the market remains significantly stronger than it was in 2025. The time to capture your market share is right now.

Are you positioned to win, or are you just browsing Zillow?

For weekly deep dives into what it actually takes to buy, sell, and live here, check out my YouTube channel: .

09/02/2026

If anyone would like to join or attend our Trunk or Treat event, please reach out! We'd love to have you there!

08/27/2026

This is what $1.3 million dollars gets you in Gulf Breeze, and honestly, you don't have to compromise on a thing. 🌊

Drop a 🏖️ in the comments if you could see yourself waking up here!

Compliments of the Cindy and Thad Williams listing.

Christopher Schultz | Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast

(850) 699-8891

08/24/2026

Beachside living feels a little different when the Gulf is right across the street.

Just sold: this 1 bed, 1 bath condo brought together deeded beach access, a clean coastal interior, and a turnkey setup with proven short-term rental appeal.

1534 Scenic Gulf Drive UNIT 9
1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sq ft
Sold for $307,000

Link in bio for more Emerald Coast listings and market updates.

08/21/2026

Three minutes to the Gulf in Miramar Beach.

This 1 bed, 1 bath home brings together a bright climate-controlled sunroom, tons of built-in storage, a covered porch, 2 parking spaces, and a storage shed with power for beach gear or a golf cart. HVAC was updated in 2025.

50 W Bradley Street LOT 12 | $275,000 | 1 bed | 1 bath | approx 800 sq ft

See more at the link in bio.

08/19/2026

Before you move to Destin for the emerald water, let’s look at the math and the fine print that doesn’t make the real estate brochures.

From 4-figure windstorm quotes and salt air corrosion to the beach access "Sand Wars," we broke down who should actually buy coastal—and who is way better off heading inland.

Watch the full 8-minute breakdown on YouTube (link in comments)! 📲

08/19/2026

Did I just call moving to Destin a mistake?! 🏖️🤦‍♂️

Look, emerald water is incredible—until your first windstorm insurance quote arrives and looks like an accidental phone number. Before you sign your life away to coastal carrying costs, let's talk about what doesn't make the glossy postcards.

In this breakdown:

Elevation vs. Insurance: Why Flood Zone X is saving homeowners thousands every year.

Environmental Depreciation: How Gulf salt air and humidity quietly corrode everything you own.

The Sand Wars: The messy legal battles over who actually gets to use the beach.

The Final Verdict: Who should buy coastal, and who should look inland?

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08/18/2026

Take a look inside 1251 N. Blue Angel Pkwy in Pensacola. From curb appeal to the backyard, this brick beauty is move-in ready and perfectly situated for quick trips to NAS Pensacola, Perdido Key, and downtown.

Hit play for the full walkthrough! 🎥✨

Interested in pricing, floor plan details, or taking a tour in person?

📲 Drop a comment below or send a DM to set up a private showing!

08/18/2026

Planning a move to Destin or anywhere along the Emerald Coast? Don’t navigate the market blind. 🏖️

Whether you’re relocating for work, looking for your dream coastal home, or PCSing to the area, there’s a lot to weigh—from neighborhood vibes and school zones to local insurance and true cost-of-living breakdowns.

I put together the complete, no-fluff guide to help you make your move seamless:

Neighborhood Breakdowns: Finding the right pocket for your lifestyle

School & Community Insights: What locals actually know

Cost of Living & Market Trends: Budgeting accurately before you start touring

Got questions about a specific neighborhood? Drop a comment or shoot me a DM—let’s find the right fit for you!

Planning a move to Destin, FL? Download the complete Destin Relocation Guide for insider neighborhood breakdowns, school ratings, cost of living, and local market trends.