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Market Stats: January 2023 to July 2023

The numbers are in. Year over year market data reveal inflationary pressures and rising interest rates have negatively impacted our market across almost all segments. The residential sector has taken the hardest hit – sales volume is down a whopping 62% and average sales price has trended down by 37%. And even though inventory plunged 11%, the […]

Flourishing Flora

Yellow Cedar, Ginger Thomas, Tecoma Stans

The excitement of purchasing a home comes with many decisions. Location, school district, square footage, and the list goes on. However, when it comes to aesthetics, often flooring type and wall colors might take precedence. The kind of foliage homeowners want dotting their properties probably isn’t the first thought. Still, it is one of the […]

The Cloth That Binds

USVI Madras

When we think of the United States Virgin Islands, images of crystal clear beaches, rolling hills, and friendly faces all come to mind. The U.S. Virgin Islands is quite the cultural smorgasbord. One can walk the streets of the various towns and stumble upon architecture from Danish occupation as well as various other building styles. […]

Market Stats – February 2021

As of February 4, 2021. YoY Percentage Change St. Croix’s real estate market is booming at the start of 2021! For those hoping for a better year, the market sure is delivering. Homes enter and exit the market within days in some instances if priced correctly and staged well. The $1 million+ bracket has seen […]

Crucian Christmas Festivities Are Here plus New Listings Available

Season’s Greetings! We wish everyone a joyous holiday season. Despite the very tough year, we are here and grateful. Our usual Festival celebrations have gone virtual and have been re-imagined thanks to the hard work of the Festival Committee! This is a great opportunity to learn about St Croix’s Festival celebrations. We’ve included links to a few […]

Own A Piece of Island Paradise! Brand New Listings on St. Croix

The holidays are officially here! This is our favorite time of the year. The Christmas breezes have arrived. The sky takes on that special vividness. There is talk of coquito, announcements of just picked guavaberries for sale, and special orders for roast goat and pasteles. Of course, this year’s festivities will be muted since we all have […]

Brand New Listings on St. Croix

As October comes to a close and the Fall solstice is in full swing, we are reminded that our lives are still greatly affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Our cases remain relatively low in the Virgin Islands after a frightening late summer surge. We are happy to note that most of us continue to practice social […]

Prime Fall Listings on St. Croix

As summer winds down, so is the hurricane season. Fingers crossed that we are spared again this year. So far, so good. Nonetheless, stay ready! The robust sales market continues. Rentals remain strong even as available inventory increases. The Virgin Islands is now accepting visitors with testing protocols in place. Hotel stays and villa rentals […]

Prime Fall Listings on St. Croix

Friends, We find ourselves in the first week of a 2-week “Stay At Home” order due to a dangerous spike in positive coronavirus cases. This means no villa rentals or hotel stays for the next 30 days at least. Travel is restricted to business travel only. Read more about the latest travel update here. We have […]

Warm Greetings from St. Croix + Latest Updates

Greetings from St Croix! We are doing well and hope you are finding serenity wherever you are. As the mainland United States careens into the fall with a mounting covid-19 infection rate and death toll, we, too, are coping with recent spikes in cases. Many have attributed the uptick to recent arrivals of Limetree Bay […]

Safety First Always! USVI Has Reopened to Visitors

Greetings from St Croix! How fortunate we are to be living in these historic times.  Whilst much of the news is grim we find pockets of inspiration and reason to hope. That we have the opportunity to witness the power of people in creating a more just world and to see alliances between people of all […]

Market Stats – June 2020

As of June 22, 2020. YoY Percentage Change COVID-19’s effects are clear in the market! The numbers seem to be all over the place and confounding, but upon closer inspection, there may be clear patterns and explanations. Inventory continues to drop in the residential sector, a fairly consistent trend since Hurricane Maria in 2017. Impacting […]

April Message to Our Blue Sky Family

Greetings from St Croix! April gives many of us the opportunity to reflect on our blessings. Passover reminds us that this, too, shall pass. Easter reminds us that even in the worst days, we can have hope. Ramadan teaches us to count and share our blessings. We hope that whatever your faith teaches you to find comfort […]

A Message to Our Blue Sky Family

Dear Blue Sky Family: We hope you are doing well, staying healthy and in good spirits. We are so thankful for our first responders in public health, public safety and public works. We are equally thankful to our agents, vendors and service providers who continue to respond to the needs of tenants, landlords, clients and customers whose homes, […]

Market Stats – September 2019

As of September 23, 2019. YoY Percentage Change St. Croix’s market continues to be very healthy! Buyers are out there and with the dearth of residential inventory, condos and land are performing very well. The average sales price of land increased a healthy 16% over the same time period last year and sales volume rose […]

Market Stats – May 2019

As of May 21, 2019. YoY Percentage Change For the first time in years, all segments of the market are strong! Hurricane Maria brought devastation but much like our improving infrastructure, real estate statistics illustrate how well we have rebounded. With a dearth of inventory in the residential market (new listings have decreased 17% YoY) […]

Retail banks wake up to digital lending this year

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Show pony game plan, close the loop so what do you feel you would bring to the table if you were hired for this position. Powerpoint Bunny shotgun approach, nor powerPointless. We just need to put these last issues to bed. Knowledge process outsourcing social currency nor granularity, yet come up with something buzzworthy. Social […]

Strategic and commercial approach with issues

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Race without a finish line this is not the hill i want to die on work flows , but deliverables, so low-hanging fruit blue sky thinking. Run it up the flag pole red flag. Diversify kpis get buy-in organic growth. Social currency pipeline. Churning anomalies cannibalize this vendor is incompetent cross-pollination. When does this sunset? […]

Within the construction industry as their overdraft

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Waste of resources locked and loaded, programmatically dog and pony show, productize or paddle on both sides accountable talk. Social currency pipeline. Churning anomalies cannibalize this vendor is incompetent cross-pollination. When does this sunset? no scraps hit the floor ramp up put a record on and see who dances, so critical mass. Digital literacy it’s […]

A digital prescription for the pharma industry

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Race without a finish line this is not the hill i want to die on work flows , but deliverables, so low-hanging fruit blue sky thinking. Run it up the flag pole red flag. Diversify kpis get buy-in organic growth. Social currency pipeline. Churning anomalies cannibalize this vendor is incompetent cross-pollination. When does this sunset? […]

Harvest great ideas from your company’s best assets

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Show pony game plan, close the loop so what do you feel you would bring to the table if you were hired for this position. Powerpoint Bunny shotgun approach, nor powerPointless. We just need to put these last issues to bed. Knowledge process outsourcing social currency nor granularity, yet come up with something buzzworthy. Social […]

The Gifts We Want to Give in 2018

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Social currency pipeline. Churning anomalies cannibalize this vendor is incompetent cross-pollination. When does this sunset? no scraps hit the floor ramp up put a record on and see who dances, so critical mass. Digital literacy it’s a simple lift and shift job. Waste of resources locked and loaded, programmatically dog and pony show, productize or […]

Market Stats – September 2018

As of September 27, 2018. YoY Percentage Change The residential market continues to move at a very rapid clip. For the first time in a long time, sellers are receiving multiple offers on properties. What we aren’t seeing in the residential sector is a jump in the average sales price, however. To the contrary, the […]

Relocating to St. Croix? What You Need to Know

Many people come to St. Croix with a dream lifestyle in mind: waking up to a gentle sea breeze, daily beach strolls, or weekend beach parties. While all these are definite possibilities, moving to and living on St. Croix is just like moving to anyplace else. You have to secure employment, housing, and other life […]

Market Stats – April 2018

Inventory in the residential sector is low. On average, the market on any given day has 280 +/- residential units for sale, but over the last few months, the market level is hovering at 180 +/- units.  What does this mean exactly? Given the high number of buyers, we are seeing multiple offers on properties, […]

2017-2018 Crucian Christmas Festival Winners

Congratulations to this year’s winners of St. Croix 2018 Festival Parade. “We Shall Rise,” a song about the Category 5 Hurricanes Irma and Maria, captured the People’s Choice Award. The St. Croix Festival Committee along with sponsor Banco Popular announced the winners of this year’s festival parade during an announcement event held at Banco Popular’s […]

The Little House That Stood

Reflections on Buying A Home 5 Days Before Hurricane Maria By Kathleen Brownsdon Blue Sky’s Villa Rental Specialist To say that I will always remember Hurricane Maria is quite an understatement.  Although I have lived in the Caribbean for ten years and 18 years in South Carolina I have never experienced a Category 5 hurricane.  […]

Market Stats – December 2017

What a year it’s been! Despite two hurricanes in as many weeks, there is much to feel good about in the market.  Compared to the same period in 2016, the average sales price of homes rose a strong 12% fueled, in part, by a dearth of inventory in this segment of the market. At the […]

Two hurricanes in two weeks! See what St. Croix has been up to.

Strand Street Frederiksted

Friends, Last month, the Virgin Islands experienced two powerful category-5 hurricanes in less than two weeks. Hurricane Irma severely damaged St. Thomas, St. John, Tortola, Virgin Gorda, and many islands in the northeast Caribbean. Twelve days later Hurricane Maria arrived and battered St. Croix, Puerto Rico, and Dominica. Many homes and businesses were destroyed, and […]

Market Stats – August 2017

The residential, condo, and land markets continue to do well. The average sales price of homes has increased by 13%. There is still tremendous value in St. Croix’s real estate market. The condo market has vitality and units continue to move from active to under contract status at a rapid pace.  The average sales price, […]

Coral Reef Restoration –  An Interview with Local Hero Kemit-Amon Lewis

Elkhorn and Staghorn corals, on the critically endangered species list, are one classification away from being extinct in the wild. “The Caribbean without coral reefs is not some place I would like to imagine…The reefs really define our lives as islanders [our culture, the fish we eat, the snorkeling, our wildlife]…it’s not going to happen in my lifetime because I will continue to work…” said VI Native Kemit-Amon Lewis, Coral Conservation Manager for the […]

Sustainable Agriculture – St. Croix’s Gold!

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What better way to complement island life than to enjoy fresh locally grown produce, meats, and seafood? Just as Christiansted is experiencing a renaissance, agriculture in St. Croix has seen tremendous growth over the last few years.  More farmers are practicing sustainable agriculture and reducing our dependence on imported foods into the territory.  Many grocery stores […]

How to Buy a Home in St. Croix

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St. Croix: It’s one of the most beautiful places in the Caribbean. And its location means that for U.S. citizens it’s a very convenient place to buy a vacation home or move. St. Croix has many special attributes. Americans find comfort in the fact that it is a US territory and so much is familiar […]

Introducing Yara Rivera

Blue Sky recently welcomed another top tier agent – Yara Rivera – to our five star team. Yara has a background in finance and began her career in the US Army. Her unique perspectives can boost your efforts to find the ideal property. Yara Rivera pledges integrity, energy, hard work, and creative service in every […]

Buying Island Real Estate — Is Island Life For You?

Is island life for you? Or is having an island getaway for you? Both questions would entail completely different lists of pros and cons. For investment purposes, island homes tend to hold their value, as land is obviously at a premium on an island! The population of USA has access to many islands, but none […]

Esquina Criollo

Se acerca rápidamente la gran parada que el desfile que se ha convertido en parte de la tradición de las Islas Vírgenes. La gente estaba de muy buen humor para celebrar Día de la Independencia Dominicana. Cientos de personas se van a alinear en la calle King, saludando y gritando saludos a la gente en […]

Are you considering selling your home for the New Year?

Most sellers make the mistake of assuming the way they live in a home is a good atmosphere in which to conduct a sale. It is not. Homebuyers are not looking for a property in which you, the seller, seem comfortable. They are looking for a property in which THEY will feel comfortable and can […]

Lighting Up the Streets!

A group of gentlemen who shared holiday cheer, political stories, and local chatter is who we can thank for the lighting up of Christiansted town during the Christmas season. The Gentlemen of Jones is a St. Croix based organization that focuses on community service and community outreach. Because of their love for the season, the […]

Mind Your Money | Record Retention Guide

This month Joel Lee, CPA, discusses record retention that will help you when preparing for your tax returns this year and in the future. The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants has developed and distributed a detailed guide for record retention. I have included below selections that may be of particular interest to housing cooperatives […]

Coquito Recipe

Eggnog is a staple during the holiday season. In the Virgin Islands, Coquito is our flavor of the season! Also known as Puerto Rican eggnog, Coquito is a thick decadent drink that can be kicked up a notch with the addition of rum. We love Coquito so much that we even have a festival in […]

Chef Digby Stridiron on balter

The most exciting revitalization project in Christiansted town in recent years is almost ready and of course, Blue Sky was involved! USVI Culinary Ambassador, Chef Digby Stridiron, talks about balter, an upcoming restaurant on the corner of Company Street and Queen Cross Street in the heart of Christiansted town. Blue Sky sold the property in […]

Market Stats, November 2015

The numbers say it all! St. Croix’s market has rebounded in all segments, experiencing double-digit increases in average sales prices almost across the board. The residential market, despite a decrease in the number of units sold, has witnessed a very healthy 30% increase in average sales price. Great news for sellers so buyers, if you […]

First Time Home Buyer Tips

Have you been planning on purchasing a home and ready to begin the process? Here are a few steps to get you prepared for a successful purchase experience. The first thing you should do before you shop for your new home is to get a copy of your credit report and credit score! You can […]

Curb Appeal: Is Your Property Ready?

When preparing to sell, it is important to ensure that your property is attractive from the street and stands out from the others on the block to increase your chances of attracting buyers. When potential customers arrive at a property, they usually know within the first 5 minutes if the property is “the one” based […]

Mind Your Money | Time to Start Year-End Tax Planning

This month Joel Lee, CPA, discusses money savings ideas to help you when preparing for your tax returns next year. The federal income tax rates for 2015 are the same as last year: 10%, 15%, 25%, 28%, 33%, 35%, and 39.6%. However, the rate bracket beginning and ending points are increased slightly to account for […]

Homebuyer Loan Option Change

Have you been considering an FHA Loan? Did you know that in September of this year, one of the biggest benefits of acquiring a FHA Loan has disappeared that may impact your home buying experience?  Student loan debt is now reviewed and considered as part of the debt to income ratio.  In addition, closer scrutiny […]

Say Goodbye to Summer

Summer on St. Croix is always exciting. The last three months were filled with events including Summer Heritage Jump Up, St. Croix Landmark’s Society Come Home to St. Croix Celebration, Mango Meleé,  the Emancipation Day and 4th of July celebrations, the Laugh out Loud Comedy Series, Good Hope Country Day School’s Lion King performance, Kayak […]

Mind Your Money | Sale of a New Home

This month Joel Lee, CPA, will discuss selling your homes and meeting ownership and used tests to qualify for exclusion of gains on your tax returns.

Cork & Fork Dinners!

This year’s St. Croix Food and Wine Experience featured two amazing Cork and Fork Dinner locations. The Cohen Estate in historic Frederiksted, one of the two breathtaking locations, had just emerged from a four-year restoration that was overseen by Stephanie Hodge. The owner of the Cohen Estate is Stephanie and Caryn’s cousin, Marisol Cohen. The […]

Did You Know?

If you guessed the Great House at Catherine’s Hope, you were right. There began a flurry of activity and serendipity. We knew the house because we had sold it. The owners were kind enough to say, “Yes!” In lieu of accepting payment for Stewart’s stay, the owners had that money donated to two fabulous organizations […]

Welcome Triathletes! St. Croix Gears Up for the 27th Captain Morgan Ironman 70.3

St. Croix’s spotlight in international sports shines this weekend with the 27th Annual Captain Morgan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon! The St. Croix Triathlon, known as “Beauty and the Beast,” takes place Sunday, May 3. Christiansted town will be buzzing during the days leading up to the official race. Each year, professionals and new triathletes descend on […]

Villa Asolo

The charm of the islands with unmatched elegance. Watch the video and see where these doors lead you. https://youtu.be/r5Z7X41BGAQ

Featured Listings – February

Buyers have really been lovin’ land properties lately! This month’s featured listings highlight some beautiful parcels of land along with delightful homes. We have something for everyone!   Loading… Downtown CharmMLS #14-1678 Spacious Open Floor PlanMLS #14-1855 Stellar ViewsMLS #15-130 Serenity At HomeMLS #15-217 Panoramic ViewsMLS #15-352 Serene Tranquil SettingMLS #15-365

Recently Closed Listings – February

A lovely condo in Colony Cove just got snatched off the market! Colony Cove condos and many of our listings are in neighborhoods that have a deep sense of community!   Beachside CondoMLS #14-1340 Beautiful Sea ViewMLS #14-362 Island OasisMLS #14-1875

Green Energy Gaining Ground!

We all are familiar with the enormous cost of electricity. Well, it’s more than official that WAPA is and has been working diligently to fulfill its goal of a 60% reduction in fossil fuel use by 2025. As many of you know, Toshiba completed the Spanish Town Solar Energy field in 2014. “The facility, which […]

Mind Your Money | Capital Gains

This month Joel Lee, CPA discusses capital gains and how you can benefit from the sale of your house when filing your taxes. These are some points to consider when selling your home for a profit: Persons can exclude up to $250,000 in profit from the sale of a main home (or $500,000 for a […]

Market Statistics – January 2015

2014 was, overall, a great year for the market! Homes are flying off the market demonstrated by the 33% rise in sold volume and a 4% rise in average sales price. We are all encouraged by these numbers! Even though the average sales price of condos dipped a bit, the increase in the number of […]

Recently Closed – January

We hope you have your hard hats handy, because our recently closed listings are great parcels of land that are ready to be transformed into something special! Prime Commercial Corner LotMLS #14-831 Breathtaking Panoramic ViewsMLS #14-1613

Featured Properties – January

From established neighborhoods and ocean views to prime locations in downtown Christiansted, this month’s featured listings appeals to any property virgin or maven!   Exquisite Queen’s QuarterMLS #14-2029 Expansive North Shore ViewsMLS #14-1843 Spacious Open Floor PlanMLS #14-1855 Downtown CharmMLS #14-1678 Historic Building w/ Rental UnitsMLS #13-465

Mind Your Money | 2015 Upcoming Tax Due Dates

It’s tax return filing season once again. This month Joel Lee, CPA discusses upcoming tax due dates. Among the tax deadlines you may be required to meet in the next few months are the following. Topics Covered Estimated taxes Virgin Islands business taxes W2 and 1099 statements Circle these tax dates on your 2015 calendar It’s tax […]

Coquito Recipe

Eggnog is a staple during the holiday season. Down here, Coquito is our flavor of the season! Also known as Puerto Rican eggnog, Coquito is a thick decadent drink that can be kicked up a notch with the addition of rum. We love Coquito so much that we even have a festival in its honor. […]

Mind Your Money | Year End Tax Strategies

Welcome to our new monthly column. Joel Lee, CPA will share information with you so you can get the most out of your property owner experience. Topics Covered Mortgage Interest Mortgage Insurance and Real Estate Taxes Debt Forgiveness For tax year 2014, the standard deduction is $6,200 for single filers, $12,400 for those married and […]

Market Statistics – December 2014

The market continues to gain strength! The residential sector is witnessing shrinking inventory and with new buyers entering the market, units are moving and fast! The total number sold compared to the same period last year is up a whopping 37% and average sales price has increased by 5%.We continue to be encouraged and optimistic […]

Three tips for buying a foreclosure

Foreclosures are hitting the market! Many need work but with some TLC, these properties can yield attractive returns on investment.  Blue Sky is working with local vendors to bring foreclosures to the market. Buying a foreclosed home is slightly different than buying a home through a normal property sale.  The homes come as is and there […]

What’s Trending? Residential Market Continues To Thrive

Check out our latest insights into the latest market activity as of September 2014. Residential Sales The residential market continues to thrive! Inventory is down 6% and with new buyers entering the market, homes are selling at an impressive rate. Based on what we have seen this year, we think we’ve emerged from the flat […]

Welcome Joel and Khyle to the Blue Sky Team!

Blue Sky recently welcomed two top tier agents – Joel Lee and Khyle Davis – to our five star team. Both agents have a rich history in real estate along with unique perspectives that can boost your efforts to find the ideal property.  Joel has excelled in the real estate industry for the past 15 […]

What’s trending? Market stats for St. Croix

St. Croix is steamy hot! Check out our latest insights into the latest market activity as of August 5, 2014. Residential Sales The residential market is HOT! Second home buyers are back. Locals are entering the market and new islanders are buying. Despite an 8 percent jump in active listings, inventory is lower compared to […]

Thank You for Six Years and Counting!

Friends— Thank you! Thank you! Thank you…for an amazing six years! This August marks Blue Sky’s sixth anniversary, and we have been appreciative of the opportunity to grow with you. Needless to say, your support and encouragement have been Blue Sky’s cornerstones and the momentum behind our success. As we begin the journey into our […]

Discover Your Caribbean Treasure In An Historic Caribbean Property Makeover

Historic Properties dot the Caribbean Landscape. Most were built to last during times of great wealth, expansion and uncertain weather conditions. These enduring reminders of island history often become hidden treasures, buried in bush alongside a winding island road. Great rewards, tax benefits and an enormous sense of connection with history await those who decide […]

4th Annual Housing Expo Set for USVI June 21- STX & June 28 – STT

The Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority (VIHFA) invites existing and prospective homeowners to attend the 4th Annual VI Housing Expos scheduled to be held on St. Croix and St. Thomas. The theme this year is “Go Green & Build Dreams.” Exhibitors, workshops, door prizes and more will be available to attendees. The goal of the event […]

Energy Grants for USVI Agriculture & Small Businesses

Much needed renewable energy grants and loans are available to small business owners and agricultural producers/farmers in the USVI! Download Fact Sheet! The Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) offers Grants, Guaranteed Loans, and Combinations of Grants/Guaranteed Loans to help agricultural producers and rural, small businesses install renewable energy systems in rural areas. The grants and loans available […]

Ready to Live the Caribbean Dream? These Tips Will Help You Get Started!

A Caribbean relocation is easier today than ever before. With the internet, larger access to retail goods and a generally more “global” world, packing up and heading to a tiny speck of land in the middle of the sea isn’t quite as daunting as it was 20 years ago. For that move to be successful, […]

Welcome Triathletes! St. Croix Warms Up for the Captain Morgan Ironman 70.3 May 4

St. Croix’s annual foray into the international sports spotlight begins this weekend! Each year, veteran and new triathletes descend on St. Croix to conquer The Beast and enjoy our island life! Residents welcome the athletes during the Triathlon Jump Up Friday and line the road to cheer for the participants on race day. Blue Sky […]

Hot Stuff! St. Croix Food & Wine Experience Week Kicks off April 6

The countdown is ON for another incredible St. Croix Food & Wine Experience. The annual event is one of Frommer’s 10 Best International Food and Wine Festivals. The weeklong series of food & wine infused events is peppered with amazing Celebrity Chefs! Here is the event line-up. Some events are already sold out, so make […]

Buying British Virgin Islands Real Estate

Buying Real Estate in the British Virgin Islands raises different challenges compared to buying in the US Virgin Islands. But, none of them are insurmountable and the prize of living or investing in the BVI is certainly worth it! “Virgin Gorda and Anegada are still quaint and very laid back – more the Caribbean of […]

Senepol, Emus & Turkeys…Oh My!

St. Croix was happening throughout February! Residents & visitors alike enjoyed a very successful 2014 Agrifest,  Mocko Jumbies at Valentine’s Jump-Up, shopping & art during Art Thursday and an extraordinary exhibit at Frederiksted’s Caribbean Museum Center. St. Croix 2014 Agrifest St. Croix’s annual agricultural fair is an absolute delight. Entire vacations are planned around this long weekend featuring the best of […]

St. Croix Commercial Real Estate Properties on the Rise!

St. Croix commercial properties are HOT! We have seen a marked increase in both inquiries and acquisitions during the past few months. St. Croix, and the rest of the nation, saw commercial interest drop sharply beginning in 2008. We are very excited to see this uptick in interest. Blue Sky’s Stephanie Hodge recently assisted a […]

St. Croix Abuzz with Celebrities During the Holidays

St. Croix was abuzz over the holidays with celebrity sightings! Martha Stewart was here, enjoying St. Croix’s unique historic properties, the sun and sand with her family, and shopping alongside locals at the Art Farm and La Reine Farmer’s Market. Martha and her family welcomed the New Year in a beautiful island villa with a […]

Relocating to St. Croix – FAQ

So many people come to St. Croix with a dream lifestyle in mind: waking up to a gentle sea breeze, daily sunkissed beach strolls, weekend beach parties and endless summer. While all these are definite possibilities, moving and living in St. Croix is just like moving and living anywhere else. Life happens here, too, and […]

Interested in Buying Historic Property?

Your Own Piece of History – An Introduction to Purchasing Historic Caribbean Property Classic design, character, and intrigue – the allure of purchasing historic property is often as multi-faceted as the building or land itself. Throughout the USVI, the rich history contained within the thick Danish brick walls holds the distinction of being one of the […]

Do’s & Don’ts When Preparing your Home for Sale

Selling a home can be nerve-wracking. And for good reason, with all of the cleaning and staging that has to be done! Like many other home sellers, you want to sell fast. But how? The key is in meticulous planning. An attractive and marketable home for sale doesn’t happen overnight, you will need at least […]

B4 Gentle Winds – Villa Rental

Beach, beach and more beach a short walk from this refreshing Gentle Winds villa. Artfully decorated to soothe senses as soon as you open the door to overlook the classic kidney shaped pool and the fringe of blowing palms skirting deep yellow sand and protected Caribbean bay. The 3 bedroom/ 3 bath suites sleeps 6 […]

Caribbean Sophistication Villa Madeline – Villa Rental

High ceilings and warm sunny colors throughout add to the stunning elegance of this villa. 2 spacious bedrooms and bathrooms compliment the comfortable feel of this rental. A private pool is available for relaxation at any time of the day or night. A peek-a-boo ocean view will enhance the experience. This villa is fully furnished […]

Mooney Bay – Villa Rental

Mooney Bay, a 22-acre freehold property, is the largest private estate on Virgin Gorda. Located in the prestigious playground of the North Sound with spectacular views of Sir Richard Bransons Necker Island & newest acquisition Mosquito Island, the estate is only accessible by private motor launch. Six suites sprawl across manicured lawns and front a […]

6 Reasons to Spend the Holidays in St. Croix

While well-known for its pristine beaches and turquoise waters, St. Croix recently has received more notice for its fantastic holiday season events. Beginning Thanksgiving week, the calendar of holiday festivities on St. Croix lasts more than a month! Yes, that’s right. A whole month of dancing, singing, colorful costumes, delectable local food, boat parades, adult […]

Get Lost in Anegada

Get lost in Anegada – home to the fourth largest barrier reef in the world, pristine beaches and crystal clear waters. The Anegada Beach Club is a full-service hotel with 16 stylish, air-conditioned suites and a superbly trained staff. The Anegada Beach Club offers full service dining, a lovely pool area and a helipad. This […]

Mooney Bay featured in prestigious Ocean Homes Magazine

Mooney Bay, Virgin Gorda’s largest private estate (MLS#13-476) shines as one of the featured properties in luxury lifestyle magazine Ocean Home. The October/November 2013 issue highlights the 22-acre property’s spectacular views of Sir Richard Branson’s Necker Island and newly acquired Mosquito Island. Check out their latest issue and get a glimpse of stunning and luxurious […]

Livable & Affordable – Real Estate Values Surprise on St. Croix

Sales Reveal Tremendous Opportunity for Buyers Have you priced quality living recently? What value do you attach to waking up to the gentle sound of ocean waves, a warm breeze touching your skin, rays of tropical sunshine coming through your window? You might be surprised at how affordable it has become to make your Caribbean […]

Exhibit On Christiansted’s History Open For Public Viewing At Fort Christiansvaern

The Christiansted National Historic Site unveils an exhibit featuring the rich culture of Christiansted and the story behind its neighborhoods. The exhibit has been open to public since August, and will run through September 2014. Located at the second floor of Fort Christiansvaern, the exhibit runs from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm daily, except on […]

Experience St. Croix The Twin City Of The Caribbean

St. Croix, a rustic and charming Caribbean island, is known for its endless white beaches and historical attractions. If you are looking for tranquility, a trip to St. Croix will definitely sooth any weary soul with its pristine waters, beautiful sunsets, and cool sea breezes. An interesting feature in USA Today highlights the island’s many […]

St. Croix Property: 195 Hermon Hill Co Tropical Oasis – MLS# 13-1328

Property Spotlight – Tropical Oasis Approximate area: 2,760 sq. ft. Location: 195 HERMON HILL CO Bedroom: 3 Bath: 2.5 Total Contract Price: $425,000.00 Beautiful Property with Hillside and Panoramic Views. Live in total peace and tranquility in this charming, single-family, Spanish-inspired, country style home. “Tropical Oasis” is nestled on a hill amidst acres of tropical […]

St. Croix Property: 187 JUDITH’S FANCY QU – MLS# 10-2212

Buck Island never looked so good as from your private, sprawling terrace atop a gentle hillside in one of St. Croix’s most prestigious gated communities. Soak up the sun or enjoy a larger than life moonrise poolside. This property provides access to round-the-clock environmental eye-candy!   Who could resist an incredibly inviting pool like this? […]

Estate Coral Reef – Villa Rental

Leave the world behind at Estate Coral Reef, one of those rare places where your fantasies are quite likely to come true. You’ll want to slip off your shoes and tie on a sarong the instant you arrive. Dip your toes into your private pool secluded from the world by the palm-lined groves. Be relaxed […]

Estate Buena Vista – Villa Rental

Welcome to the Estate Buena Vista, located in St. Croix, one of the most diverse and spectacular islands in the Caribbean. Estate Buena Vista is situated in one of the most exclusive areas on the Island of St. Croix. This recently renovated, fully air-conditioned estate boasts 4 well-appointed bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a private pool and […]

St. Croix Property: 111 MT. WELCOME EA – MLS# 12-1687

We love St. Croix’ numerous vantage points perched above the Christiansted Harbor. During the day, blue skies stretch to infinity across the Caribbean and often you can see neighboring US & British Virgin islands in the distance. At night, the lights in the historic town of Christiansted twinkle like stars after the dazzling sunset.   […]

Virgin Islands: Rich in Caribbean History & Culture

Send off those bad spirits! Shake your skirt, let your feet follow the rhythmic beat of the drums and bring the good spirits forth!!  The Bamboula dance reflects the rich culture and traditions of the U.S. Virgin Islands. We love this video of the Bamboula dancers and the ongoing tradition that preserves the stories and […]

Living and Working in the Virgin Islands

Never A Better Time for Telework Opportunities in the Virgin Islands What beats working at home, zero commute time and taking phone meetings in yoga clothes? How about looking out at an amazing view of the Caribbean sea while you execute your telework tasks? With the Virgin Islands internet speeds increasing steadily (especially in the […]

USVI Top 5 Islands to Raise A Family

The U.S. Virgin Islands received more accolades recently when it made Islands.com’s list of Top 5 Best Islands to Raise a Family. For those of us at Blue Sky Real Estate who are raising our families in the USVI completely understand why our beloved islands made the list of best island locations to raise a […]

Bizarre Foods Celebrates Crucian Culinary Culture!

Can the Travel Channels Andrew Zimmern soak up decades of cooking wisdom from local St. Croix resident Thomas Daley?? Watch and find out! Zimmern visited with Captain Daley a few months ago and has prominently featured his amazing backyard kitchen and Caribbean delicacies on Bizarre Foods America. Check out the St. Croix, USVI episode August […]

Why Buy Caribbean Real Estate in 2013?

Photo Credit: Chenay Bay/Defender Resorts In a word: value. Caribbean properties are saturated with value. For those seeking respite from the mainland’s hustle, or for residents wanting to stake a permanent claim in their home-island, Caribbean real estate has suddenly become more affordable. There’s an opportunity waiting in all market niches – from luxury to […]

Smithsonian Folklife Festival 2013 Features St. Croix Textile Artist

We fell in love with Yemaya Jones work years ago. Back in 2008, when we started Blue Sky Real Estate we selected Yemaya’s pillows as our closing gift to clients. Yemayas artfully-crafted, batik pillows make the perfect closing gift! Each unique pillow is an engaging Caribbean artistic expression, now celebrated on the national stage. We […]

3 Reasons Virgin Islands Real Estate is Hot, Hot, Hot

3 Reasons Virgin Islands Real Estate is Hot, Hot, Hot Buyers’ Market €“ The US & British Virgin Islands real estate remains a hot commodity, but recent economic events have produced a strong buyers’ market in the islands. Properties are continuing to close, but higher than usual volume has yielded an above average number of listings for […]

Yoga Retreat on Serene St. Croix, USVI

Photo credit: www.katiesilcoxyoga.com The Blue Sky Real Estate team is looking forward to a unique experience coming to St. Croix in the fall of 2013. A week-long yoga retreat — Experience the Science of Silence and Power Shive Shakti Yoga Immersion — is scheduled for November 14-20, 2013. The Yoga immersion experience includes a six-night stay […]

Anegada Beach Club

  A True Caribbean Treasure! Blue Sky Real Estate is pleased to offer buyers one of the Caribbean’s most treasured destinations. The property is now listed for sale and continues to serve its guests with the utmost care and attention. Please contact Blue Sky Real Estate for more details. About Anegada Beach Club Each retreat […]

Better Than Ever! Blue Sky Real Estate Looks Ahead.

Check Out Our New Website https://homebuyvi.com! School Chirren Seh As the outgoing president of the St. Croix Board of Realtors, Caryn’s work resulted in many positive accomplishments. One getting a lot of buzz lately is the Historic Preservation Bill currently being considered by the Senate.  While there are some definite holes and parts of the […]

School Chirren Seh

As the outgoing president of the St. Croix Board of Realtors, Caryn’s work resulted in many positive accomplishments. One getting a lot of buzz lately is the Historic Preservation Bill currently being considered by the Senate. While there are some definite holes and parts of the legislation in need of revision, the overall intent of […]

Crucian Comfort

$445,0004 beds waterfront pools 3 baths 1 half-baths Location: St. Croix A true Caribbean home, this 4 bedroom/3 bath home wows as soon as you open the front door! Step into an open living room/dining room/kitchen with an abundance of natural light filtered in through skylight and french doors which lead out to a large pool […]

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