Jerlyn Johnson - Realtor

Oceana stopped by to give Amanda Truskoski Bazzano & Alan Truskoski their special Thank You gifts! 🏐💙She hand painted the Al’s RV logo herself as a little thank-you for sponsoring her volleyball season. 🎨🏐 We are so grateful for your support and for cheering her on this season!

Thank you, Al & Amanda, for believing in Oceana and supporting her journey with High Tide Volleyball Club ! 💕 We love you guys!

🏡 MARTIN COUNTY MARKET UPDATE | AUGUST

What’s happening in our local market? 👀

📉 Sales ↓ 25% — 197
📈 Average price ↑ 2% — $781K
📉 Days on market ↓ 8% — 88
📉 Inventory ↓ 23% — 1,048

And with 30-year mortgage rates hovering around 7%, affordability continues to play a role in buyer activity.

Bottom line: The market is shifting, but prices are still holding up. In this environment, pricing, presentation and strategy matter.

📍Martin County | Stuart • Palm City • Jensen Beach • Hobe Sound

The Martin County market is shifting—and knowing the numbers matters. 📊🏡

Thinking about buying or selling in Stuart, Palm City, Jensen Beach or Hobe Sound? Let’s talk about what these numbers mean for YOU.

Another Amazing Client Testimonial ✨

This one is a little extra special. ❤️

Even though my clients ultimately decided to withdrawn their home from the market for the time being, they were kind enough to take the time to leave me this incredible Google review and recommend me to others.

Real estate isn’t always about getting to the closing table. Sometimes, it’s about showing up, working hard, being knowledgeable, communicating, creating exposure, and giving your clients the very best service throughout the entire process.

Knowing that my clients recognized that effort means more to me than they know. 🥰

Thank you so much for your kind words, your trust, and for taking the time to share your experience. It truly means the world to me! ❤️

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or simply want to know what your home may be worth in today’s market, I’m always here to help. 🏡

Jerlyn Johnson | Real Estate
✨ Knowledge. Dedication. Results. ✨

The Part of Real Estate We Don’t Always Post About

Not every real estate story ends with a “SOLD” post. And honestly, I think it’s important to share that, too.

5040 SE Graham Drive in Stuart is no longer on the market. This one taught me a lot about the reality of representing sellers and why being a real estate agent is about so much more than putting a sign in the yard.

We received an offer $615,000, and I felt it was a strong offer based on the market, the feedback we had received, and the activity on the property. I personally showed the home more than 20 times, accompanied every showing, stayed on top of communication, and worked hard to give my sellers the exposure and service they deserved.

The day the offer came in, my sellers decided they wanted to increase the asking price by $40,000 rather than counter the offer.

Five days later, they decided to withdraw the property from the market.

And here’s another part of the story that you don’t always see: the day before the decision to withdraw, we still had a showing scheduled for the following day. The sellers ultimately decided they wanted to cancel that showing as well.
Was this the outcome I hoped for? No.
Was it a failure? I don’t believe so.

It was a pivot.
As agents, we see so much on social media about the wins new listings, multiple offers, contracts accepted, and SOLD signs. And those moments absolutely deserve to be celebrated. But there are also deals that don’t come together, sellers who change direction, buyers who walk away, and situations that simply don’t go according to plan.

That’s REAL ESTATE

My job isn’t to simply agree with my clients or tell them what they want to hear. My job is to provide honest market feedback, explain the options, advocate for their best interests, and help them make informed decisions even when my advice may not be the easiest thing to hear.

At the end of the day, a home’s value isn’t determined by what we hope to get for it. It’s determined by what a qualified buyer is willing to pay in today’s market.
Not every transaction is a win but every transaction is a lesson.
I’ll keep showing up, telling the truth.

🌊☀️ PRICE IMPROVEMENT — YOUR OCEANFRONT LIFESTYLE JUST GOT EVEN BETTER! 🌴🏝️

📍 9400 S Ocean Drive #208 | Jensen Beach, FL

There’s something special about waking up just steps from the Atlantic Ocean and enjoying that coastal Florida lifestyle every day. And now, this beautiful Ocean Towers residence has a NEW PRICE! 🎉

This gorgeous 2-bedroom, 2-bath, second-floor corner condo offers 1,112 square feet of beautifully updated living space with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and community pool. 🌊

✨ What you’ll love:
• Beautifully renovated kitchen with modern finishes
• Bright, open living and dining area perfect for entertaining
• Both bathrooms completely remodeled
• Spacious primary suite with a luxurious two-person Jacuzzi tub 🛁
• Walk-in closet
• Convenient in-unit laundry
• 2025 A/C for added peace of mind
• 2020 water heater
• Tile flooring throughout
• Private balcony/outdoor living space
• Furnished and ready to enjoy

And then there’s the Ocean Towers lifestyle! 🌴

Enjoy private beach access, a community pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, shuffleboard, parking, elevator access and a gated community all while living along the beautiful shores of Hutchinson Island.

Imagine your mornings with the ocean breeze, afternoons at the beach or pool, and evenings watching the colors of the Florida sky. This is more than a condo it’s your opportunity to own your own piece of paradise on the Treasure Coast. 💙

🔥 NEW PRICE: $529,000

If you’ve been waiting for the right oceanfront condo in Jensen Beach, this is one you need to see!

📲 Message me today to schedule your private showing!

🌊☀️ PRICE IMPROVEMENT — YOUR OCEANFRONT LIFESTYLE JUST GOT EVEN BETTER! 🌴🏝️

📍 9400 S Ocean Drive #208 | Jensen Beach, FL

There’s something special about waking up just steps from the Atlantic Ocean and enjoying that coastal Florida lifestyle every day. And now, this beautiful Ocean Towers residence has a NEW PRICE! 🎉

This gorgeous 2-bedroom, 2-bath, second-floor corner condo offers 1,112 square feet of beautifully updated living space with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and community pool. 🌊

✨ What you’ll love:
• Beautifully renovated kitchen with modern finishes
• Bright, open living and dining area perfect for entertaining
• Both bathrooms completely remodeled
• Spacious primary suite with a luxurious two-person Jacuzzi tub 🛁
• Walk-in closet
• Convenient in-unit laundry
• 2025 A/C for added peace of mind
• 2020 water heater
• Tile flooring throughout
• Private balcony/outdoor living space
• Furnished and ready to enjoy

And then there’s the Ocean Towers lifestyle! 🌴

Enjoy private beach access, a community pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, shuffleboard, parking, elevator access and a gated community all while living along the beautiful shores of Hutchinson Island.

Imagine your mornings with the ocean breeze, afternoons at the beach or pool, and evenings watching the colors of the Florida sky. This is more than a condo it’s your opportunity to own your own piece of paradise on the Treasure Coast. 💙

🔥 NEW PRICE: $529,000

If you’ve been waiting for the right oceanfront condo in Jensen Beach, this is one you need to see!

📲 Message me today to schedule your private showing!

🏡📊 MARTIN COUNTY REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE JULY

Okay, Martin County… let’s talk real estate. 👀

If you’ve been wondering, “What is the market actually doing right now?” the July numbers are giving us some interesting things to talk about!

Here’s the quick snapshot 👇

📈 SALES ARE UP 14%
371 homes sold in Martin County in July. Buyers are definitely still out there they haven’t disappeared!

💰 AVERAGE PRICE IS UP 25%
The average sales price reached approximately $974,000. Now, before anyone panics or celebrates too quickly… remember, average price can be heavily influenced by the mix of homes that sold, especially in a market like Martin County where waterfront and luxury properties can significantly impact the numbers.

⏱️ DAYS ON MARKET: 76
That’s actually DOWN 1%. So while homes aren’t necessarily flying off the shelves overnight, properly priced properties are still getting attention.

🏠 INVENTORY IS DOWN 26%
There are currently about 1,354 homes in inventory according to this July snapshot.

And THIS is the part I find especially interesting. 👀

We have more sales happening + fewer homes available.

Translation?

👉 Buyers have options, but not unlimited options.
👉 Sellers have less competition than they might think.
👉 Pricing still matters A LOT.
👉 And every neighborhood and price range can tell a completely different story.

So no… I wouldn’t call this a “crazy hot seller’s market.”

And I definitely wouldn’t call it a “buyers, run for your life!” market either. 😂

I’d call it a market where strategy matters.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, downsizing, relocating, or just wondering what your Martin County home might be worth in TODAY’S market, let’s talk.

📲 Want me to break down what these numbers mean for YOUR specific neighborhood and price range? Send me a message!

I’m always happy to talk real estate even if you’re just curious. 😉🏡

There’s something extra special about helping people who are already a part of your life. 🤍🏡

This closing goes back to May, when I had the opportunity to help a wonderful family I knew through my daughter’s school. What started as a school connection turned into a relationship built on trust and I’m so grateful they chose me to be part of such an important chapter for their family.

Real estate is so much more than buying and selling houses. It’s about relationships, trust, communication, and being there for your clients every step of the way.

And then receiving a review like this months later? 🥹 That means more than they probably realize.

Thank you for trusting me, cheering me on, and allowing me to be part of your journey. I’m so grateful for every client who becomes a friend along the way. ❤️