The Barefoot Bay "Brochure"
(The Tattler, June '25, center spread)
It's Been Almost 40 Years…
It’s been nearly four decades since Avatar last promoted Barefoot Bay to the public. Back then, they were still selling lots and advertising the lifestyle and retirement community they had proudly developed across the country. But times have changed, and Barefoot Bay Recreation District (BBRD) doesn’t promote property values or sell lots—that’s not its mandate.
Yet the spirit of that original vision still thrives here, and many of you will recognize the Barefoot Bay described in the “brochure” above. For some, it may spark memories. If it made you smile—that means we did our job.
Over the years, most homes in Barefoot Bay have sold to friends and family of those already living here. That word-of-mouth legacy—someone visiting their mom, their aunt, their grandma, and falling in love with the Bay—is how many of us arrived. It’s how I got here. And legacy families will always be part of our fabric.
But right now, there are several hundred homes for sale, and those family referrals aren’t enough to meet the current supply. Homes are sitting on the market longer, and prices are dropping due to a lack of buyers.
That’s why we’re launching a new effort—through BarefootBay.com—to reach retirees across the country who are looking to relocate to Florida. People who would love our lifestyle, if only they knew we existed.
We’re not just looking for buyers—we’re looking for neighbors. People who want to participate in our clubs, walk our trails, fish off the pier, dance at the Lounge, and make new friends. Yes, we remain one of the most affordable communities in the region, but we want folks who choose Barefoot Bay for more than just the price tag.
The decline in club participation over the past 20 years? It’s not because people don’t want to be involved—it’s because fewer retirees are finding their way here. That needs to change. And this brochure, and this website, are part of that effort.
This “brochure” was created with input from residents to reflect how we see ourselves—and how we hope others will see us, too. It’s a positive step for Barefoot Bay.
Some may worry that more exposure could drive up prices or taxes. Maybe. But higher home values, shorter sale times, and a vibrant, growing community full of engaged residents? That’s worth it. That’s the lifestyle we want to preserve.
It’s time for the folks in Sebastian and Grant-Valkaria, in Viera and across Brevard County, in Florida and across the country, to know:
You don’t have to know someone to buy a home here.
Discover Barefoot Bay. Live the lifestyle. Share the vision.
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