By Ben Bryk with Vero Premier Properties a signature division of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Vero Beach
January 3, 2026
Picture this: pristine stretches of Atlantic shoreline, gentle waves lapping at the sand, and elegant oceanfront condominiums offering breathtaking sunrises and sea breezes. That's the everyday reality for residents and visitors in Vero Beach and Hutchinson Island—two of Florida's most serene and sought-after coastal gems on the Treasure Coast.
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The state's condominium market has faced challenges in recent years, with stricter post-Surfside safety regulations leading to higher reserve requirements, special assessments, and elevated HOA fees. This has contributed to a broader slowdown, with Florida's condo median prices seeing declines (around 6% year-over-year in some reports) and inventory building up—particularly in coastal areas like Vero Beach and Hutchinson Island, where the condo market has shifted toward a strong buyer's market with months of supply.
But starting January 1, 2026, a key provision in Florida's updated condo laws (stemming from bills like HB 913 and related amendments) is now in effect: Condominium associations with 25 or more units must maintain a secure website or mobile app providing transparent access to official records. This includes meeting minutes, financial reports, budgets, inspection results, reserve studies, and more—available quickly and easily to owners and potential buyers.
This enhanced transparency is a game-changer for areas like Vero Beach and Hutchinson Island. Many local condo communities have already navigated milestone inspections and structural integrity reserve studies (SIRS), addressing concerns about reserves and building safety. With clearer, publicly accessible information, buyers can now review a building's financial health, reserve status, and inspection outcomes without endless requests or uncertainty.
As Joel Berner, senior economist at Realtor.com®, noted in a recent analysis: "The new law in Florida could possibly breathe a bit of life into this struggling segment of the market by inspiring a bit of confidence among buyers who might have otherwise been reluctant to purchase a condo when they were unaware of the status of its inspections and reserves."
For Vero Beach and Hutchinson Island—where oceanfront condos remain highly desirable despite recent market adjustments—this could spark renewed interest. Buyers eyeing these idyllic barrier island properties now have more tools to make informed decisions, potentially stabilizing prices and encouraging sales in a market that's been adjusting to higher costs and greater scrutiny.
If you're considering a move to this beautiful part of the Treasure Coast, whether for retirement, a vacation home, or year-round living, the timing feels promising. Greater transparency means less risk and more trust—key ingredients for reviving confidence in Florida's beloved coastal condo communities.
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