Vastardis Team Orlando Real Estate

06/02/2026

Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers

Today’s smaller single-family homes and condos have more going for them than the square footage suggests. They can give your budget some breathing room and put you in a community designed with lifestyle in mind.

Curious about the options in our area? Let's connect.

You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

06/01/2026

📍 9652 ENGLISH LAUREL COURT, ORLANDO, FL 32827
💰 $1,994,900 | 6 Beds | 6 Baths

✨ JUST LISTED in Laurel Pointe! ✨

• 🏡 Built in 2023 by Toll Brothers (Corbeil Farmhouse model)
• 🌊 Tranquil water views in a private gated community
• 📐 Nearly 5,000 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space
• 🔥 Stunning great room with wood beams, fireplace & custom built-ins
• 🍽️ Chef’s kitchen with oversized quartz island, KitchenAid appliances & prep pantry
• 🛏️ First-floor primary suite with spa-style bath & dual walk-in closets
• 👥 Private downstairs guest suite – perfect for multi-gen living
• 🎬 Expansive upstairs loft with custom entertainment built-ins
• 🌴 Resort-style backyard with saltwater pool, spa & sun shelf
• 🍔 Fully equipped outdoor kitchen + covered lanai with motorized screens
• 🌿 Pergola seating area overlooking peaceful water views
• 🚗 3-car garage with upgraded flooring & overhead storage
• 🎶 Built-in audio, plantation shutters, mudroom & premium upgrades throughout

🌟 Luxury, comfort, and functionality come together in this exceptional home designed for both everyday living and unforgettable entertaining.

05/30/2026

Price Cuts Get Bigger the Longer a House Sits Without Offers

Pricing your house high just to “see what happens” can cost you. Buyers today are quick to ignore overpriced homes. And the longer a house sits without any offers, the less it usually sells for. Want to know the right list price for your house to avoid this headache? Let’s chat.

05/29/2026

📍 16776 BROADWATER AVE, WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787
💰 $1,299,900 | 🛏️ 5 Beds | 🛁 4.5 Baths

🚨 STOP SCROLLING... YOU NEED TO SEE THIS ONE IN PERSON 🚨

✨ Lake views from your front yard + luxury living inside
🏡 3,700+ SqFt of designer finishes & soaring ceilings
🍽️ Chef’s kitchen with gas cooktop, built-in oven & oversized island
🪵 Stunning wood beam ceilings & custom accent walls
🛌 Primary suite on main level with custom walk-in closet
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Multigenerational layout with guest suite downstairs
🎮 विशाल loft upstairs perfect flex space
🏊‍♂️ Saltwater pool & spa (2021) with full automation
🌴 Travertine deck + screened lanai for true FL living
🍹 Pre-plumbed for outdoor kitchen = entertainer’s dream
🚗 Split 3-car garage + EV charging station
🌅 Premium lot with extra privacy & open green space

🎉 OPEN HOUSE 🎉
📅 Saturday 05/30 & Sunday 05/31
⏰ 12:00–3:00 PM

💥 Homes like this DON’T sit. Come see why everyone is talking about Waterside at Johns Lake.

05/28/2026

📍 2075 MUSTANG COURT, ST CLOUD, FL 34771
🛏️ 4 Bedrooms | 🛁 5.5 Bath | 💰 $1,295,000

✨ JUST LISTED ✨

Welcome to this stunning stone-front estate on nearly 5 acres in sought-after Bay Lake Ranch 🤩

🏡 Circular driveway with impressive curb appeal
🌳 Expansive, private lot with room to live, play, and entertain
🚗 Oversized 4-car garage with car lift + separate drive-through workshop
⚡ Spray foam insulation + 6-zone A/C for top-tier energy efficiency
🎬 Flexible second floor with bonus room, theater room, full bath, and storage
🔥 Gas fireplaces in living room and primary suite
🍽️ Chef’s kitchen with gas cooktop, double ovens, large island, walk-in pantry, and built-in buffet
🎶 Open-concept living with 12’ ceilings and surround sound
🛌 Split-bedroom layout with en-suite baths perfect for guests or multi-gen living
🧺 Spacious laundry room with built-in cabinetry
🛁 Luxurious primary suite with sitting area, dual closets, and private access to garage/workshop
🌴 Wraparound lanai with tongue and groove wood ceilings
🍔 Outdoor summer kitchen ideal for entertaining
🏊 Saltwater sports pool with lighting and jacuzzi-style entry jets
🐓 Fenced concrete pad perfect for garden, coop, or additional outdoor use
🔋 Whole-house generator + tankless water heater + water softener
🏠 Brand NEW roof being installed for added peace of mind
🚫 NO HOA

📍 Prime location with easy access to Lake Nona, Medical City, Orlando International Airport, shopping, dining, and major roadways

This is the perfect blend of luxury, space, and functionality you’ve been waiting for ✨

📩 DM for more details or to schedule your private showing

05/28/2026

COMING SOON
📍2075 Mustang Court, St Cloud FL 34771
⚡️ 4 Bedrooms | 5.5 Bathrooms | $1,295,000

🏡 Magnificent stone-front estate situated on nearly 5 acres with a grand circular driveway.
🚗 Oversized 4-car garage with car lift plus a separate oversized drive-through garage/workshop perfect for boats, extra vehicles, storage, or projects
⚡ Built for efficiency with spray foam insulation in exterior walls and walk-in attic, plus a 6-zone A/C system for impressive energy savings
🛋️ Thoughtfully designed floorplan that lives primarily like a one-story home
🎬 Flexible second floor featuring a bonus room, full bath, theater room, air-conditioned storage room, and expansive walk-in attic
✨ Elegant finishes throughout including crown molding and gas fireplaces in both the living room and primary suite.
🍽️ Chef-inspired kitchen featuring Espresso cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, large island, gas cooktop, double ovens, drawer warmer, extensive cabinetry, huge walk-in pantry, and built-in buffet
🥂 Formal dining room and spacious living room with soaring 12’ ceilings and surround sound, ideal for entertaining.
🛏️ Two privately located secondary bedrooms each with en-suite baths, perfect for guests or multi-generational living
🛁 Additional bedroom conveniently located near a full bath and spacious laundry room with built-in cabinetry and functional workspace.
🔥 Luxurious primary suite retreat with fireplace, sitting area, dual custom walk-in closets, separate shoe closet, and direct access to the garage/workshop
🏊 Custom salt-water sports pool perfect for volleyball and pool games, featuring multi-colored lighting and relaxing jacuzzi-style entry jets
🔋 Major upgrades include a whole-house generator, tankless water heater, water softener, and reinforced pool cage with poured concrete
🆕 BRAND-NEW ROOF being installed for added value and peace of mind

📍 Located in sought-after Bay Lake Ranch, a non-HOA community with convenient access to Lake Nona, Medical City, Orlando International Airport, shopping, dining, and major roadways.

05/28/2026

The Real Reason Some People Are Still Moving Right Now

Life changes. Priorities shift. Families grow. Kids move out. Careers evolve. And eventually, the house you’re in may stop fitting the life you’re living.

If that’s been weighing on you lately, let’s talk through what your options could realistically look like today, no matter where rates or prices are.

Life can’t always wait for perfect market conditions. Maybe you don’t have to either.

You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier.

05/26/2026

Newly Built Home Prices Hit a 5-Year Low

Builder incentives and lower new home prices are working to your advantage in a way they haven't in years. Want to see what's available in your area and what kind of deal a builder may be willing to make? Let's connect.

If you’ve always assumed a newly built home is just not in your budget, you should know the math just got a little friendlier.

05/25/2026

Today, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸✨

05/23/2026

More Sellers Are Open to Negotiating Right Now

Wondering if buyers ever catch a break in this market? Look at this. 39% of sellers say they expect to make concessions this year. That’s up from 30% in 2025. So, you may have more room to negotiate than you think. Want to know what you can ask for as a buyer? Let’s chat.