Oak Avenue Real Estate

04/04/2026

The Reserve at Oakland Park was just featured by Ken Pozek. Ken does a great job comparing the neighborhoods in this area and providing some great insight.

Contact Tracey McFadden Morrissey on our team for a private tour!

There's an area of Central Florida that custom home builders are flocking to. It surprised me at first, but the more I thought about it, the more it made sen...

03/27/2026

🏆🌴 Ocala Does It AGAIN — #1 Fastest-Growing Metro in America! 🌴🏆

For the second year in a row, the U.S. Census Bureau has confirmed what we already know — Ocala, Florida is the fastest-growing metropolitan area in the entire country! 🇺🇸📈
The latest Census data shows Ocala grew at a 3.4% rate between July 2024 and July 2025, adding over 14,600 new residents in a single year. The metro has now surpassed 442,000 people — and has grown by more than 66,000 residents since the 2020 Census. That's explosive, sustained momentum. 💥
While most of the nation's 387 metro areas are actually slowing down, Ocala is breaking the trend — fueled by affordable housing, a strong job market, and one of the best qualities of life in Florida. 🌿🐎☀️

Whether you're looking to buy your dream home, invest in new construction, or plant roots in Central Florida's hottest market — the time to move on Ocala is NOW. 🏡🔑
📰 Read the full Business Insider story here:
👉 https://www.businessinsider.com/fastest-growing-fastest-shrinking-us-cities-2026-3

💬 Thinking about buying or investing in Ocala? Drop a comment or send us a message — we'd love to help you find your perfect piece of this incredible community! 👇

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New Census Bureau data showed which cities experienced population growth from July 2024 to July 2025. Several Southern metros grew the fastest.

02/24/2026

Full video of this stunner:

We're building more livable homes:
1. Front Porch for connecting with neighbors and more outdoor living.
2. 9' Slider
3. Luxury warm color palette
4. Everything included (blinds, appliances, etc)
5. Fully-fenced yard

02/24/2026

The Federal Reserve might not be ready to declare victory, but the market is moving anyway. With mortgage rates finally dipping to that 5.99% psychological floor, the "wait and see" crowd is starting to lose its patience.

In Florida, we’re seeing a much-needed stabilization in inventory. The frantic, low-supply chaos of the last few years has matured into a more balanced environment where quality builds actually stand out. For those of us on the development side, it’s a welcome shift—it’s no longer just about having a roof to sell; it’s about the design, the location, and the ex*****on.

It feels like a spring thaw is officially hitting the Sunshine State. The freeze on transactions is cracking, and the momentum is shifting back toward growth. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for a sign, 5.99% and a healthy selection of homes is about as clear as it gets.

The window for the "quiet" market is closing. Incentives are starting to reduce.

Proof of Performance: JUST SOLD 🏠 via@Julie Fernandez,

Validation of that spring thaw: we just moved this stunner in record time. When you combine high-end finishes like custom floor-to-ceiling tile showers and white herringbone backsplashes with the right market conditions, the results speak for themselves.

9 Days on Market

4,000+ Views

280 Saves

Quality doesn't sit. On to the next one.

01/21/2026

December housing numbers are out!

Here's what I'm seeing:

Sales +1.3% over Dec 2024
Sales +19.89% over Nov 2025 (somewhat normal to see year end jump)
Prices are FLAT
Pendings are +6.2% over Dec 2024
Pendings are -18% from Nov 2025 (also normal to see pendings down in the final month).
Inventory -1127 homes in Dec

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In general the end of 2025 was slightly better than the end of 2024. While not significant, the fact that sales and pendings are higher than 2024 shows directionally the market is improving.

Inventory is the big story:
Inventory is higher than 2024 but is trending down rather quickly. In fact inventory is down -18.4% since MAY. This is a big drop due to a combination of sellers delisting and sales chewing through the excess inventory in the market.

Historically, sales are still VERY low. Rates above 6% are not stimulating the market meaningfully. I think rates below 6% will create a lot of demand. We are back at 6.20% which is quite a bit higher than just 14 days ago.

Patience!

If you're a buyer, you still have the upper hand, but I'd consider these trends working against you and we are likely at the best deals or they were in the last 6 months.

- Ryan H

01/14/2026

Another listing from Vivian Ortiz,! Great price point on this. People say you can't find Central FL real estate under $300K!!!???

🏡 Just Listed in Poinciana! 🏡

📍 275 Elm Court, Kissimmee, FL 34759-5701
💰 $256,500 | 🛏 4 Bedrooms | 🛁 2 Bathrooms

Discover this 2019-built home located in a peaceful, growing community. Featuring a functional layout, cozy interior, and a spacious backyard, this property is perfect for first-time homebuyers, growing families, or investors. Enjoy the best of both worlds with suburban tranquility and easy access to Orlando attractions, shopping, dining, and major highways. Priced competitively and full of potential to make it your own!

📲 For more information or to schedule a showing:

Vivian Ortiz
📞 (863) 514-7641
📧 [email protected]

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity!

01/11/2026

Contract fell through at the end of the year on this one. Back on the market and ready for a buyer. Enormous yard and it's right next to a county dry retention area that will not be built on. Also this house has several homes that have sold over $400k and is a well known street in Citrus Springs. Give it a look today!

12/08/2025

Mortgage applications to buy a home hit a 3-year high recently as interest rates have stabalized below 6.5%.

https://www.housingwire.com/articles/mortgage-spreads-boost-demand/?utm_campaign=Newsletter%20-%20HousingWire%20Daily&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_-oIYezJNHaAQ8MjFCjKTi6y1rUWYodQOMUNANmdxNqaEbCARg5CPpZmqiwQidYLTaAG8sNtjVS6NiYso4w4W9Oq1zBQ&_hsmi=393340799&utm_content=393340799&utm_source=hs_email

Mortgage purchase applications hit a three-year high as improved spreads and lower rates drive 18 weeks of growth.

11/26/2025

During this holiday season, we are incredibly thankful for our great cilents and relationships from 2025 and prior years. Without you all, this business wouldn't be the same.

We are a small team that focuses on doing long term business with long term people. We have team members that have been with us for over a decade, (which isn't bad considering we've been in this market for just 14 years).

Over that time we've helped hundreds of clients buy thousands of homes and in some cases we've helped someone buy a home and sell it 10 years later. It's really a blessing to be surrounded by amazing people like you throughout the country.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM THE OAK AVENUE TEAM

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11/26/2025

Another sale by Vivian Ortiz,! Activity has really been picking up the last few months. Great work Vivian!

What a result! This 4-bd, 2-ba property in Winter Haven is under contract! Contact me directly if you'd like to learn more about this listing or the Winter Haven property market.
863-514-7641
[email protected]

11/01/2025

Lovely night at The Reserve. This is one of the best kept secrets in Winter Garden. Exclusivity, privacy and community all in a neighborhood within the award winning Oakland Park. Via Tracey McFadden-Morrissey real estate