The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) Department of Tourism and the Division of Festivals announced the official dates for the 2025–26 St. Croix Crucian Christmas Festival. From December 26, 2025, through January 3, 2026, the territory will be celebrating this annual holiday tradition and highlight the best of Crucian culture through music, food, parades, and community spirit.
Announcement:
“This year’s celebration is themed “Timeless Traditions in Every Mix,” and will feature signature events such as the Princess and Miss St. Croix Pageants, Calypso Monarch, Soca Monarch, Food Fair, and one of the Caribbean’s most exciting J’ouvert mornings. The festivities will culminate with vibrant parades in Christiansted, the Children’s Parade on January 2 and the always anticipated Adults Parade on January 3. Fireworks at Last Lap Village Night will close out the season in a stunning, sparkling fashion.“
For more information, please see the full press release here.
USVI Festivals – STX Poster 2025-26 with Schedule (PRNewsfoto/U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism)
Greetings, we are Chris and Christie Powers, your St Croix Realtor team! We are happy to share the latest sales data, inventory, and days on market for the St. Croix, USVI real estate market. Here is few quick highlights about September’s data:
There were 12 new home listings and 5 homes sold on island. From January through September, 116 homes were sold.
There were 29 new condo listings and 12 condos sold on island. From January through September, 86 condos were sold.
Download the Coldwell Banker St Croix real estate market reports for each category: Homes & Condos, Condos, Homes, and Land to see all the details!
We are Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) and Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) and have the experience and local knowledge to help you in every step of the process. We will help you narrow down neighborhoods based on your priorities. Whether you are searching for a starter home or a forever home, we will also advise you on the market trends in your desired neighborhoods. Let us help you find your dream home. Contact Chris and Christie! Luxury real estate, residential real estate, condominiums, and more — contact us here.
There are 42 different condo complexes on St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, and they vary quite a bit. Features and amenities relating to design, location, and services can be differ even within complexes next to each other. Some complexes emphasize on luxury and resort-style experiences while some focus conveniences typically found in many condos. Many of them will have:
Pool
Common room
Tennis court
Restaurants either on site, or nearby
Manager on site
Walking distance to activities, services, or shops
Beautiful garden, or lush landscaping
For features that are less common, we found only one or a few complexes on island that have:
Direct beach access, or beach nearby
Pet friendly
Generator
Security gate
Golf course
Pickle ball court
Private pool
Security guard
Frisbee golf course
Security bars
Video security cameras
Hair salon on site
Underground parking
Elevator
Sugar mill on site
Weight room
From common to stand out amenities and services on St Croix condos, we have seen it all! If you are looking for a condo to buy, we would be happy to help you to find a property that meets your priorities. Contact us!
For more information about condo features, visit our recent newsletter on the topic here.
Click image below to watch our YouTube video about Condo Features for Your Island Lifestyle
Greetings, we are Chris and Christie Powers, your St Croix Realtor team! We are happy to share the latest sales data, inventory, and days on market for the St. Croix, USVI real estate market. Here is few quick highlights about August’s data:
There were 22 new home listings and 11 homes sold on island. The number of total homes sold from January through August 2025 is up 9.9% compared to same period a year ago.
There were 36 new condo listings and 16 sold listings on island, the number of total condos sold from January through August 2025 is up 10.98% compared to same period a year ago.
Download the Coldwell Banker St Croix real estate market reports for each category: Homes & Condos, Condos, Homes, and Land to see all the details!
We are Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) and Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) and have the experience and local knowledge to help you in every step of the process. We will help you narrow down neighborhoods based on your priorities. Whether you are searching for a starter home or a forever home, we will also advise you on the market trends in your desired neighborhoods. Let us help you find your dream home. Contact Chris and Christie! Luxury real estate, residential real estate, condominiums, and more — contact us here.
Inheriting a home is one of those life moments that often brings mixed emotions. Before rushing into decisions, give yourself time. A home tied to a loved one can carry emotional weight, and there’s no need to tackle everything immediately.
Start by gathering key documents. These will help you get a clear picture of what you’ve inherited and what is still owed or required:
The will or trust
Mortgage information (if any)
Homeowners insurance policy
Utility bills
Tax records
Deed/title paperwork
Determine ownership and legal standing. If the home was left to you in a will, the estate will likely need to go through probate before you can take ownership. If the property was in a trust, this process may be quicker. It’s smart to consult a probate attorney or estate planner, especially if there are multiple heirs or unclear ownership.
Understand the financial impact. Inheriting a home can come with financial considerations:
Property taxes
Capital gains taxes
Ongoing expenses – mortgage payments (if applicable), insurance, utilities, and maintenance will all need attention
For more information about what to do when you inherit a property visit our recent newsletter on the topic here.
Watch our YouTube video on What to Do When You Inherit a Island Home below.
