STX News
On a monthly basis, we send out our newsletter with current St Croix news and upcoming events. We try to give a glimpse into life on our incredible island and hope it entices you to come feel the sand between your toes.
NEW St Croix Area Reports (March 2023)
Are you ready to list your home? Are you looking for a new home on St. Croix? We encourage you to take a look at the March Coldwell Banker real estate reports — available below for each category: All Properties, Condos, Single Family Homes, and Land! The sales data...
Zoning for 3 Unit Properties
Published on our March 2023 Newsletter Question: “"Sometimes I see 3 units for sale on a property zoned R-1 or R-2 when there should only be 2 permitted by code. Why is that?” Chris' Answer: This is permitted if there are two separate lots involved being...
Multi-Unit Zoning for Homes
Published on our March 2023 Newsletter Question: “What zoning allows multiple units?” Christie's Answer: When buying or building a multi-unit property, the zoning is important. R-1 is Residential — Low density and R-2 is also Residential — Low density, both allow...
How much are you putting down for a down payment?
On St. Croix, we are generally seeing homebuyers putting less money down now compared to 2 years ago, similar to what is happening in other US markets. According to a report from Redfin in March 2023 that looked at 40 of the most populous metropolitan areas in the US,...
Improved Flight Connectivity to St Croix
The Buccaneer Beach & Golf Resort and V.I. Department of Tourism shared news about the improved flight connectivity to St. Croix in a recent article on St. Croix Source! This is excellent news! Here are the highlights: American Airlines Operate twice daily in...
The Loft: A newly restored commercial space in Christiansted
A newly restored commercial space in Christiansted has injected a breath of fresh air in the historic downtown area. The Loft on Company Street is the latest project of Crucian entrepreneurs Danny Deterville and James Eugene. This multi-use loft building is a...
Crucian St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2023
Take an island that revels in rum, a dash of Irish heritage, add a sea of green and you’ve got yourself a Crucian St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Each year on the Saturday closest to St. Patrick’s Day, revelers adorned in green flood the streets of downtown Christiansted...
St Croix in the Spotlight
It's great to see another article spotlighting St. Croix as a fantastic travel destination! A travel writer from Travel Weekly recently published article where she highlighted her experience on St. Croix and said, "I couldn't imagine a better spot to reflect on both...
What Makes St Croix a Desirable Caribbean Destination
The Thrillist's recent article shares a common view that many of us who love and live on St. Croix already knows -- St. Croix is a desirable Caribbean destination. Compared to the St. Croix's other sibling islands, it is less tourist and cruise-centric and therefore...
NEW St Croix Area Reports (February 2023)
If you are a prospective home buyer or home seller, we encourage you to take a look at the February Coldwell Banker real estate reports — available below for each category: All Properties, Condos, Single Family Homes, and Land! The sales data will be help you...
Progress on Major Renovations in Christiansted
Our client, who recently bought a condo with our help, shared some photos and information he received from the Schooner Bay Condominium Association. If you haven't visited Christiansted recently, you will be interested to know that Christiansted is undergoing some...
Q&A: Different advantages of renting long-term vs vacation rental
As a long-term rental you will have a steady income all year, and potentially a tenant you will know. With a vacation rental there is the possibility of a higher income.