Laurel Oak Home Under Contract

This fabulous Laurel Oak Home is under contract! Congratulations to a great couple from the Northeast who found the perfect Sarasota golf home working with Naples Golf Guy Teammate Mackenzie Davis.

3249 Walter Travis Dr. Sarasota, FL 34240 – List Price $1,500,000

More About This Fantastic Laurel Oak Home

This spacious open floor plan home in Laurel Oak Estates offers plenty of room for the entire family with four bedrooms and four and half bathrooms. A spectacular single-family home has a stunning custom pool and spa.

Lush landscaping surrounds the lanai offering a quiet and peaceful environment to the new owners to sit back and enjoy the Florida lifestyle.

Amazing dream kitchen for a chef or avid cook with two islands, granite countertops, Thermador double ovens, warming drawer, five burner gas range, Miele induction cooktop and Sub Zero refrigerator.

• 4 Bedrooms
• 4.5 Bathrooms
• 3,786 Square feet under air
• Built in 1993

Laurel Oak Estates & Country Club is a gated golf community located just 2 miles east of I-75. There are 405 single family homes surrounding two championship golf courses.

Considering buying or selling a home in Laurel Oak Estates? Let’s connect to discuss your options – 239.370.0892

Learn More About Laurel Oak Country Club

Laurel Oak Country Club is a gated Sarasota golf community with two championship golf courses spread across more than 800 acres of lush landscape. For both avid golfers and those looking to improve their game, the club offers world-class practice facilities including a full grass driving range, putting green and short game area.

In addition to golf, members have access to a wide array of amenities including 12 Har-Tru tennis courts, Pickleball, Swim Center featuring a six-lane junior Olympic swimming pool. And, if you’re looking for a family friendly community with an active social calendar Laurel Oak fits the bill with numerous events throughout the year.

Members also have access to a 45,000 square foot clubhouse with formal and informal dining options. They even have an exclusive reciprocal agreement with Bird Key Yacht Club. Although membership is optional in this private Sarasota country club, there are several options available to accommodate the lifestyle you desire. Learn more…

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Call, email or text us today for all of your real estate needs – 239.370.0892.

Luxury Golf Properties Just Listed

Preview luxury golf properties just listed in Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers, Bradenton and Sarasota golf communities! Are you ready to buy or sell a luxury golf home in Southwest Florida?

There are more than 150 golf courses in southwest Florida. Over 90% of these golf courses require you to be a resident or purchase a social or golf membership. From private equity golf clubs to bundled golf communities, we have a home or condo which will fit your lifestyle.

Also, if you’re wondering why you should choose Southwest Florida, in addition to significant tax advantages (did I mention there is no state income tax, low property taxes and no inheritance tax?), we also have perfect weather and an abundance of outdoor activities, shopping, and dining to suit everyone’s lifestyle.

So, whether you are considering relocating to our area or you are looking to buy your dream home, a second, third or fourth home, check out some of the Top Private Golf Clubs and golf homes for sale in Southwest Florida Golf Communities on the market today!

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Which Golf Community is Right for You?

There are more than 150 golf courses in southwest Florida. Over 90% of these golf courses require you to be a resident or purchase a social or golf membership. From private equity golf clubs to bundled golf communities, we have a home or condo which will fit your lifestyle.

The number options can be overwhelming. That’s where the Naples Golf Guy comes in. With nearly 20 years of experience we can help narrow down the list of communities to those which fit your lifestyle and housing options. We will help turn the process into an easy and enjoyable one.

Our vast relationships with all the golf communities from Naples to Sarasota allow us to serve our clients by providing relevant and current information about various golf communities in Southwest Florida. We’ll help you understand the difference between our bundled golf communities and our equity/non-equity golf communities. There are advantages and disadvantages to each type of membership and community.

Once we know how often you play, other desired club amenities, property type and a desired price range we can help you narrow the list of clubs down to a handful that will potentially offer you the Florida golf lifestyle you are looking for. Let’s get started, call 239.370.0892 or email us today.

Sarasota Florida Housing Market Update

The latest Sarasota Florida housing market statistics showed 630 properties sold for just over $422 Million during January for the North Port, Sarasota, and Bradenton areas. The luxury market was strong as evidenced by the 81 properties which sold at $1 Million and above. The highest priced sale was for a single family home on Lido Key for $6,412,000.

Once again, inventory rose significantly compared to the same time last year. However, it is important to keep in mind inventory was extremely low last year. Similar to previous months, even though supply has increased, the greater Sarasota area ended the month with less than a 3 months’ supply of properties for sale. The good news is there was a notable increase in condos which is encouraging.

Overall, inventory ended the month at 2,673 properties for sale which is just 48 percent of normal inventory levels for this time of year. From a historical perspective, inventory prior to the pandemic was 5,612 in January of 2019. So, while we are moving in a positive direction to a more balanced market, we still have a long way to go.

Whether you are buying or selling a home, it is important to keep track of local market trends. What is happening in resort destinations such as Sarasota continues to be different than other areas of the country. If you have questions about a specific area or neighborhood, contact us for more information.

Sarasota Florida Housing Market Report – Single Family Homes

January 2023 versus January 2022 Single Family Home Highlights:

• Closed sales decreased 37.1 percent going from 653 transactions down to 411 sales.
• Pending sales decreased 16.6 percent down from 799 last January versus 666 this January.
• Inventory increased 238.4 percent up to 1,787 properties for sale compared to this same time last year when 528 homes were for sale.
• New listings increased from 811 up to 858 which was a 5.8 percent increase.
• Median days on market increased to remained at 29 days which was a 314.3 percent increase versus January of 2022.
• Available inventory of single-family homes ended January with a 2.8 months’ supply of homes available for sale which was up from less than one months’ supply during January of 2022.

Unlike previous months, the median sales price for single-family home was slightly lower than the prior January, down from $464,500 to $459,999 which was a 1 percent dip. Additionally, the median sales price fell month-to-month going from $505,000 in December down to $459,999.

Once again single-family home inventory rose significantly compared to last year, up more than 238 percent. However, inventory only rose 6 percent from December to January. Since we normally see a significantly increase in supply of homes for sale during season (January through April), it is notable there was only a minimal increase compared to the prior month.

However, once again the increase in single-family housing inventory is misleading. There is still just a 2.8 months’ supply of homes for sale. Since a healthy market would be at least 6 months’ worth of homes for sale, Sellers remain in the driver’s seat. From a historical perspective, in 2019 there were 3,548 single-family homes (5.4 months’ supply) available for sale. We currently have 50 percent of the inventory we used to have before the pandemic.

Also, the time it took for single-family homes to go to contract in creased from 23 days in December up to 29 days in January which is still fast compared to a normal market. Due to low inventory, prices continued to rise in December. As a result, overall, it remains a Seller’s market.

So, if you are thinking about selling your property in the Sarasota area, call, email or text us today – 239.370.0892 for a complimentary market analysis.

On the other hand, since real estate is truly local, it could vary from neighborhood to neighborhood. Some neighborhoods have plenty of inventory and there are multiple options to chose from.  Whether you are just beginning your search or you want to stay up to date on the latest trends in a particular neighborhood, now may be a good time to start watching for properties which meet your criteria. New listings are hitting the market every day, so if you want to stay up to date we can help you with automatic property alerts.

Or, if you’re not sure which community is right for you, contact us and we’ll help you identify the communities which will match the lifestyle you are seeking.

Sarasota Florida Housing Market Report – Condos and Townhomes

January 2023 versus January 2022 Condo Highlights:

• Condo sales decreased 37.2 percent going from 349 real estate transactions down to 219 sales.
• Pending sales decreased 17.5 percent down from 429 last January to 354 this January.
• Inventory increased 248.8 percent up to 886 condos for sale compared to last January when there were only 254 units for sale.
• New listings increased from 424 up to 551 which was a 30 percent increase.
• Median days to contract was 19 days which was up from 7 days last year.
• Available inventory of condos ended January with a 2.7 months’ supply of properties available for sale which was a 350 percent increase.

Unlike single-family home sales, there was a notable increase in condo inventory in January. Year-over-year inventory increased 30 percent and it was up 18 percent over December. Definitely a step in the right direction towards a balanced market. Yet, once again, if you compare overall condo inventory to pre-pandemic levels of 2019 when we had 2,064 properties for sale, we ended January with 43 percent of what we usually have available for sale at this time of year.

Also noteworthy was the number of days on market which remained low at 19 days which was the same as December. Finally, cash sales remained significant at 63 percent of all condo sales. With low inventory, low days on market, and high buyer demand as evidenced by the number of cash transactions, we are still in a strong Seller’s market.

Bottom line, it remains a Seller’s market for BOTH condos and single-family homes. You still have time to cash in on the high buyer demand. What is my home worth…

Whether you are buying or selling we have real estate specialists who cover the Gulf Coast from Sarasota to Naples, so if you are considering moving to the area, contact us for more information.

Sarasota Real Estate Market Reports

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Sarasota Florida Housing Market Statistics – Single Family Homes January 2023

Sarasota Florida Housing Market Statistics – Condos January 2023

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Begin Your Own Search for a Southwest Florida Vacation Home or Second Home:

If you are ready to begin your search for your dream home or condominium in Southwest Florida, we encourage you to explore our website to find information about communities in the area.  If golf is your game, we specialize in golf community real estate.

Top Home Selling Tips

After more than 20 years of Real Estate experience, I’ve been apart of all types of markets in Southwest Florida. I’ve experienced both the recent housing boom and the housing bubbles of years past.

As a result, I have learned what makes a home sell for the most money, in the shortest amount of time, with the least amount of stress.

When I meet with a potential Seller, I will share what works and what doesn’t based on more than two decades of experience. I have grounded my career in my passion for helping others. My goal is to help home Sellers achieve THEIR real estate needs.

To that end, I will be honest with a homeowner even if it is not what the homeowner wants to hear.  Do you want someone to tell you what you want to hear or do you want your agent to be straightforward with you? Keeping this in mind, here are the top home selling tips for Real Estate.

Overpricing A Home

The best home selling advice I share with any client is to price the home correctly from day one. This is one of the best tips every homeowner should follow if they want to achieve the highest price for their property.

Overpricing a home is easy to do. A common perception is, “I need to start high so there is room to negotiate downward.” However, what many people do not realize is that pricing a home too high initially may end up getting you less for the house than if you would have priced it correctly out of the gate.

Pricing a home too high will scare off buyers which reduces the number of potential buyers who could purchase the home. Also, Buyers are reluctant to bid on an overpriced property because they don’t want to feel like they are paying too much for a home.

Additionally, properties which start over priced, will take longer to sell. One of the first questions we receive from buyers is, “how long is the property been on the market”? The second most common question is “why has the property been on the market so long?” The longer a property sits on the market, the more Buyers express concerns about something being “wrong” with the home.

On the other hand, if you price a home at current market levels, you are far more likely to get your asking price or multiple offers.

Setting the initial list price is more complicated than you may think. There are numerous factors which may impact your home’s value compared to another home in your neighborhood. What is the lot position, view, floor plan, does it have a pool, is it concrete block or wood frame, what improvements have been made to the home, is it furnished or unfurnished and more!

As an experienced real estate agent, I will provide the information you need to understand how your home compares to others in the neighborhood and together we’ll set your home’s price to reflect current market conditions.

First Impressions

You get one chance to make a great first impression when showing your home. Curb appeal is critical to making a home buyer feel warm and welcome from the moment they drive up to your home until they walk through the front door.

With a little bit of work, you can have a significant impact on the value of your home.

• Front door – Apply a fresh coat of paint and replace the hardware.
• Coordinate Hardware – Address numbers, mailboxes, door locks  and your outdoor light are small elements which add a lot of polish to your home’s look when they match.
• Colorful Plants – Turn your entry way into an inviting focal point by adding a few well-chosen and nicely arranged potted plants.
• Freshen Up Your Landscaping – Add some colorful plants and mulch in your front yard and consider walkway lighting along with landscape lighting.
• Clean Dirty Spaces – Power wash your walkway and entryway.

Take a look at 23 ways to add curb appeal to create the best front yard on your block…

And an excellent way to make a home stand out amongst the rest of the homes for sale in your neighborhood is creating an excellent first impression.

Remove Clutter

One of the most cost-effective top home selling tips is to de-clutter your home. Making sure your home shows well to as many buyers as possible is a critical and necessary step to maximize the appearance of your home. You want your home to appear organized and tidy.

A cluttered home will make it feel small and cramped. The more you are able to remove clutter, the more spacious your home will feel to potential buyers. It will be easier for buyers to picture what their belongings would look like in the home.

As you go from room to room, think of the process as “staging your home”. Here are some tips to remove clutter in your home:

• Put away excess personal photos and nick knacks which may be cluttering counters.
• Thin out ALL of your closets and organize the remaining items so they look neat and orderly. This includes clothes and shoes. If you make them look half empty it appears there is plenty of storage space.
• Make the beds and make sure all dirty laundry is put away.
• Minimize the amount of furniture in each room.
• Dispose of old magazines, newspapers and books

Drop off any excess unwanted items at one of the many charitable organizations in your community such as Good Will, St. Mathews House or Avow Hospice. Or in some cases, the charity will pick up larger items such as furniture that is in good condition.

If you do not have room to store the extra items, consider temporarily renting a storage unit. For those of you who are having a hard time parting ways with If you have personal items you are having a hard time getting rid of (your letterman’s jacket from 30 years ago), take a photo!

19 Tips to Declutter Your Home from Professional Organizers

Finally, one of the added benefits of decluttering your home is it will save you time when it is time to move!

Always be Ready to Show Your Home

Make your home as easy to show as possible, even on short notice. If you have a plan and are prepared, the less time you will need to make your home available for a showing.

• Consider hiring a  professional cleaning company to do a one-time cleaning and then keep your home clean and tidy at all times.
• Make sure the kitchen counter tops are clean and clear as it is one of the most important rooms in your home.
• Address all bad odors from pets, cigarette smoke or pungent foods. Don’t go overboard with strong scented candles as Buyers will think you are trying to hide something more significant.
• Turn on lights, open window shades and to make the home feel light and bright.
• Leave the home during showings.
• Take your four pets with you.

Preparing your home for sale correctly can make a major difference on whether a home sells or not and also the time it takes to sell. It can also effect the price a seller receives for the home.

Chose the Right Real Estate Professional

One of the most important decisions you will make when selling your home is who will represent you throughout the process. You want a full-time agent with experience in selling properties who genuinely has your best interests at heart.

For many, selling a home may only happen a couple of times in their lifetime. Selling a home can also be emotional and stressful event. One of the major benefits to hiring a real estate agent to sell your home is that a good agent will guide you through the process and make sure you’re comfortable each step of the way.

A good agent is in it with you from the day you meet until well past the closing date. A top Realtor will not only be honest with you, they will explain what to expect and regularly communicate with you to ensure a stress-free and smooth transaction.

If you can believe it, due to an increase in rules and regulations over the years, there are more than 180 actions required to successfully complete a real estate transaction. From scheduling showings, contract negotiations, organizing inspectors, attorneys, title companies and a mountain of paperwork.

For those who have not bought or sold a property in a while, we regularly hear the comment, “we didn’t realize how much work is involved in selling or buying a home today.” At the same time, my goal is to make the process seem easy. If it seems easy, I’m doing my job!

A word of caution, one of the top mistakes sellers make when selecting their Realtor is picking the agent who suggests the highest list price for your home. 

Unfortunately, one of the oldest strategies agents use to obtain your listing is to tell you that your home is worth significantly more than others in the community. Why would an agent do such a thing? There are some agents who use it as a marketing tool to pick up buyers or additional listings.

Then 3 to 6 months down the road, when your overpriced home doesn’t sell, they will tell you to reduce your price based on buyer feedback when they knew all along the price they told you was too high. Don’t fall for one of the oldest tricks in the book. Hire an agent who puts your interests first.

If you want to hire an experienced agent that will put your best interests first, call me today – 239.370.0892.

More Top Home Selling Tips

Getting your home ready to sell and coordinating showings is just the tip of the iceberg in the selling process. Here are some additional home selling tips we hope you find useful.

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Call, email or text us today for all of your real estate needs – 239.370.0892.

Corkscrew Shores Home Sold

This fabulous Corkscrew Shores just closed! Congratulations to a great couple from Ohio who purchased this vacation home in Estero, Florida. Working with Naples Golf Guy Team Mike Pepple, they found the perfect property to start living their Florida lifestyle.

20766 Corkscrew Shores Blvd. Estero, FL 33928 – Sales Price $1,255,000

More About This Fantastic Corkscrew Shores Property

This spacious Stonewater floor plan home located in Corkscrew Shores. Plenty of room for the entire family with three bedrooms plus three bathrooms. This single-family home has a spectacular custom pool with lake and preview views.

The detail work in this property is to be admired with its upscale finishes and color tones throughout, coffered ceiling in the living room, custom paneling and trim work throughout the home including crown molding.

Multiple upgrades include automated hurricane shutters, hurricane grade lanai cage with panoramic picture window, hurricane impact doors and windows, landscape lighting and much much more.

A truly fabulous chef’s kitchen offers stainless steel kitchen aid appliances, large island and upgraded cabinets with molding.

• 3 Bedrooms plus a den
• 3 Bathrooms
• 2,866 Square feet under air
• Built in 2015

Corkscrew Shores offers Florida Living at its finest with a custom 40 ft pool with water fall feature overlooking a gorgeous lake view with lots of privacy. Coastal themed clubhouse offers a private dining room, fitness center, kayaking, electric boating, Har-tru tennis courts, bocce, pickle ball, and much more.

Considering buying or selling a home in Corkscrew Shores? Let’s connect to discuss your options,

Should You Sell Your Home?

With almost 20 years of experience helping sellers with their golf community real estate needs, we would like to share our strategy for how we are helping maximize the number of offers homeowners are receiving and ultimately higher sales prices.

As an experienced real estate team, we have made a career out of helping people sell homes in premier golf communities. As you may well know, opportunities such as today’s market for sellers only comes every so often.

Home Selling Tips

Make Your Home Listing Stand Out

Why Hire a Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home

Home Selling Tips…

Estero Property Under Contract

This fabulous Estero property under contract, listed by the Naples Golf Guy Team, includes a chef kitchen with natural gas, a walk-in pantry, all stainless steel GE appliances, & stone countertops!

10244 Coconut Rd. Estero, FL 34135 – List Price $975,000

More About This Fantastic Estero Property

This spacious Farnese model home located in The Brooks, is meticulously maintained and offers an abundance of upgrades. Starting with hurricane impact windows and doors not to mention the extended garage with speckled epoxy floor.

An open floor plan with split bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms with an extra powder room for guests. The interior features tray ceilings, crown molding, plantation shutters, custom window treatments and more.

To top it off, there is a summer kitchen on the lanai where the new owners will enjoy the morning sun with this east rear facing home.

• 3 Bedrooms plus a den
• 4 Bathrooms
• 2,139 Square feet under air
• Built in 2019

Pebble Pointe is a quaint community with low Home Owners Association dues and No CDD. Just minutes from world-class dining, shopping, excellent healthcare.

Considering selling your home in Pebble Pointe? Call us today for a private tour 941.993.3272.

Should You Sell Your Home?

With almost 20 years of experience helping sellers with their golf community real estate needs, we would like to share our strategy for how we are helping maximize the number of offers homeowners are receiving and ultimately higher sales prices.

As an experienced real estate team, we have made a career out of helping people sell homes in premier golf communities. As you may well know, opportunities such as today’s market for sellers only comes every so often.

Home Selling Tips

Make Your Home Listing Stand Out

Why Hire a Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home

Home Selling Tips…

Tara Golf Club Villa Just Listed!

This fully renovated Tara Golf Club Villa is NEW to the market! A move-in ready home in an excellent bundled golf community in Bradenton, Florida. The home includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms with a bundled Class A GOLF MEMBERSHIP.

7137 Melrose Pl. Bradenton FL 34203 – List Price $435,000

More About This Remodeled Tara Golf Club Villa:

This newly renovated villa has it all! With cathedral ceilings, modern light fixtures and new floors it’s spacious and modern. The kitchen is a chef’s dream! Appointed with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and a large island for prepping or entertaining. The kitchen opens right to the living room, making this open floor concept perfect for entertaining friends & family.

A popular split floor plan layout offers everyone privacy with the master bedroom suite on one side of the home and the other two bedrooms on the opposite side of the house. The master bedroom boasts two closets offering plenty of storage. The master bath was fully renovated with a walk-in shower and double vanity sinks. The second bathroom is equally as nice.

Enjoy all of the beautiful weather Florida has to offer with the west facing Florida room, appointed with custom shades and plantation shutters on the large glass sliding doors.

• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• 1,759 Square feet under air
• Built in 2000

The low HOA fees include a cable and internet package as well as all lawn maintenance, making this property easy to lock-up for off-season.

Book your showing today to see why this villa is your next HOME – 941.993.3272.

More About Tara Golf and Country Club:

Tara Golf & Country Club is a private country club located in Bradenton, Florida. This bundled golf community includes an 18-hole championship golf course which is surrounded by beautiful wetlands and preserves. The golf course caters to players at all skill levels.

In addition to world-class golf facilities, residents will enjoy Har-Tru Tennis Courts, Pickleball, State-of-the-art Fitness Center, and a Resort Style Pool. Also, members will enjoy a wide variety of social activities, including Trivia, Wine Tastings, Mahjong, Bridge Groups and more!

Additionally, resident have six dining venues in a luxurious country club setting. From fine dining to a more casual option in the Grille Room which is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail and bite to eat after a round of golf.

Tara Country Club Villa Coming Soon!

This fully renovated Tara Country Club Villa is about to hit the market! This move-in ready home is located in an excellent bundled golf community in Bradenton, Florida. A spacious three bedroom and two bathroom property with a bundled Class A GOLF MEMBERSHIP.

7137 Melrose Pl. Bradenton FL 34203

More About This Remodeled Tara Country Club Villa:

This newly renovated villa has it all! With cathedral ceilings, modern light fixtures and new floors it’s spacious and modern. The kitchen is a chef’s dream! Appointed with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and a large island for prepping or entertaining. The kitchen opens right to the living room, making this open floor concept perfect for entertaining friends & family.

A popular split floor plan layout offers everyone privacy with the master bedroom suite on one side of the home and the other two bedrooms on the opposite side of the house. The master bedroom boasts two closets offering plenty of storage. The master bath was fully renovated with a walk-in shower and double vanity sinks. The second bathroom is equally as nice.

Enjoy all of the beautiful weather Florida has to offer with the west facing Florida room, appointed with custom shades and plantation shutters on the large glass sliding doors.

• 3 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• 1,759 Square feet under air
• Built in 2000

The low HOA fees include a cable and internet package as well as all lawn maintenance, making this property easy to lock-up for off-season.

Book your showing today to see why this villa is your next HOME – 941.993.3272.

More About Tara Golf and Country Club:

Tara Golf & Country Club is a private country club located in Bradenton, Florida. This bundled golf community includes an 18-hole championship golf course which is surrounded by beautiful wetlands and preserves. The golf course caters to players at all skill levels.

In addition to world-class golf facilities, residents will enjoy Har-Tru Tennis Courts, Pickleball, State-of-the-art Fitness Center, and a Resort Style Pool. Also, members will enjoy a wide variety of social activities, including Trivia, Wine Tastings, Mahjong, Bridge Groups and more!

Additionally, resident have six dining venues in a luxurious country club setting. From fine dining to a more casual option in the Grille Room which is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail and bite to eat after a round of golf.

2022 Naples December Real Estate Recap

The Naples December real estate recap showed 636 properties sold for just over $783 Million. The largest sale was for $29,950,000 in Port Royal. Additionally, the luxury market remained strong, with 165 properties sold at or above $1 Million compared to 160 sales during November.

We have set a new record for the highest priced listing in Naples Florida at $99,000,000 in Aqualane Shores! A three acre lot on the Gulf of Mexico with 321 linear feet of beachfront. View the highest property in Southwest Florida…

The Naples housing market remained stable in terms of value as evidenced by the increase in the median closed price which increased from $505,000 up to $575,000 or 13.9 percent over December of last year. However, there was a slight decline from November’s median closed price which was $600,000.

Overall, inventory more than doubled over this time last year. It rose from 1,195 to 2,465 properties for sale. However, the numbers are very misleading. At the end of 2019 we had 6,389 properties for sale and 2018 finished the year with 7,108 properties for sale. Inventory ended the month at less than half of what it was before the pandemic.

As we move forward, the question is what will happen to inventory as well as home prices. Unlike the last 12 months, inventory increases from month-to-month have slowed. For example, we ended November with 2,465 properties for sale. So we only had a net increase of 13 properties added to our inventory. Since season is well underway, industry experts do not expect a significant influx of properties to the market. Therefore, due to the limited inventory, home prices will continue to rise.

Additionally, 62 percent of our December sales were cash transactions which is up 2 percent over the prior year. Although the percentage of cash transactions remains high compared to other areas of the country, unlike the last couple of years, Seller’s are more open to Buyers using financing.

Finally, everyone continues to ask about the impact of Hurricane Ian on home prices. According to a recent study, home prices in hurricane impacted areas in Florida rose 5 percent higher than other areas during the three-year period after a storm. The study which is set to be published in the March issue of the Journal of Environmental Economics and Management also found that hurricanes did not change the long-term demand for housing in areas hit by the storms.

Naples December Real Estate Recap

December 2022 versus December 2021 Highlights

• Closed sales decreased 42 percent compared to December of last year.
• Overall pending sales decreased 34 percent versus the same time in 2021.
• Inventory increased 106 percent up from 1,195 homes to 2,465 homes for sale.
• Average days on market increased 82 percent up to 49 days.

In all, there were 335 single-family homes and 301 condos sold for a total of 636 sales during the month, which was a 42 percent decrease compared to the same time last year. Notable was the change in inventory between November and December. There were 54 fewer single family homes for sale in December compared to the prior month. However, condo inventory rose by 44 units up to 961 condos for sale.

The median single-family home price was $735,000 December which was an 8.9 percent increase compared to the same time last year. Condos showed a 12.3 percent increase in the median sales price compared to the prior year.

You have probably heard “location, location, location” when it comes to real estate and Naples is an excellent example of why location is important when purchasing property. The largest increases in the median home sales price came in downtown Naples (34102) where the median sales price rose 39.6 percent up to $2,791,250 and in North Naples along the coast (34108) where the median sales price rose 57.6 percent up to $1,655,000.

Whether you are buying or selling, let us help you navigate this complex market. The Naples Golf Guy team members are all REALTOR® professionals who have the expertise to provide you with timely and accurate market data. Call, email or text us today for all of your real estate needs – 239.370.0892.

If you just want to keep an eye on the market, we can set up a custom property search that is fully automated or sign up for automatic property alerts.  Please feel free to call us any time to set up the alerts for you based on your criteria.

Naples Luxury Home Sales in Exclusive Golf Communities for December

• $11,250,000 – 6897 Grenadier Blvd. Unit 501 in Pelican Bay with 5,280 sq. ft. (98% of list price)
• $6,775,000 – 8516 Thomas Jefferson Ct. in Mediterra with 6,497 sq. ft. (98% of list price)
• $4,600,000 – 704 Hollybriar Ln. in Pelican Bay with 4,617 sq. ft. (88% of list price)
• $4,575,000 – 6897 Grenadier Blvd. Unit 1002 in Mediterra with 4,779 sq. ft. (92% of list price)
• $3,800,000 – 817 Buttonbush Ln. in Treviso Bay with 3,585 sq. ft. (98% of list price)
• $3,509,000 – 16373 Corsica Way in Mediterra with 4,702 sq. ft. (100% of list price)
• $3,250,000 – 2228 Miramonte Ct. in Grey Oaks with 3,076 sq. ft. (96% of list price)
• $3,200,000 – 1252 Pocantico Ln. in Colliers Reserve with 5,770 sq. ft. (91% of list price)
• $3,150,000 – 16836 Brightling Way. in Talis Park with 3,042 sq. ft. (96% of list price)
• $3,150,000 – 7634 Palmer Ct. in Lely Resort with 3,990 sq. ft. (94% of list price)

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Southwest Florida Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends

Your go to resource for Southwest Florida luxury golf community real estate trends for Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota. Depending on the type of community, there may be a waitlist for membership. In some cases it is less than a year and in other cases it is as long as 10 years.

Despite the waitlists, there are options for immediate golf privileges in many communities. It is important to have an experienced golf community expert help you navigate your options to ensure you find the lifestyle, community and golf course of your dreams.

With more than 150 golf communities in the area it is a challenge to navigate all the various options for golf membership. That’s where we come in. Our vast relationships with all the golf communities from Naples to Sarasota allow us to serve our clients by making the home-buying or selling process an easy and enjoyable one.

While it may seem overwhelming at first, once we know how often you play, other desired club amenities, property type and a price range we can help you narrow the list of clubs down to a handful that will potentially offer you the Florida golf lifestyle you are looking for.

Below you will find highlights for the latest real estate statistics for single-family golf homes and golf condos in our area for the past 12 months.

SWFL Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends – Single Family Homes

NAPLES luxury golf community real estate trends – Single Family Homes

Audubon Country Club – 9 properties for sale, 21 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,417,214

Collier’s Reserve – 5 properties for sale, 13 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,466,230

Greyhawk at GC of the Everglades –12 properties for sale, 40 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,089,183

Grey Oaks – 12 properties for sale, 35 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $4,884,657

Kensington – 1 property for sale, 19 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,409,613

Lely Resort – 18 properties for sale, 108 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,404,681

Mediterra – 9 properties for sale, 25 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $3,940,703

Olde Cypress – 4 properties for sale, 32 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,657,812

Pelican Bay – 11 properties for sale, 30 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $4,795,766

Pelican Bay (Estates at Bay Colony) – 1 property for sale, 3 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $6,425,333

Pelican Marsh – 11 properties for sale, 37 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,145,202

Quail Creek – 6 properties for sale, 26 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,203,000

Quail West – 19 properties for sale, 39 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $4,092,057

Talis Park – 1 property for sale, 14 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $4,195,214

Tiburon – 3 properties for sale, 7 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,726,857

Treviso Bay – 4 properties for sale, 25 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,965,080

Vineyards – 9 properties for sale, 53 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,341,165

BONITA SPRINGS luxury golf community real estate trends – Single Family Homes

Bonita Bay – 7 properties for sale, 30 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,698,566

Palmira – 5 properties for sale, 25 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $954,286

Pelican Landing – 2 properties for sale, 38 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,406,453

Pelican Landing (The Colony) – 0 properties for sale, 7 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,767,142

ESTERO Featured Golf Communities – Single Family Luxury Homes

Miromar Lakes – 10 properties for sale, 42 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,336,944

Pelican Sound –  0 properties for sale, 9 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,005,900

Shadow Wood – 4 property for sale, 49 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,627,000

West Bay Club – 3 properties for sale, 19 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,538,288

FORT MYERS Golf Community Highlights – Single Family Luxury Homes

Gulf Harbour Yacht and Country Club – 11 properties for sale, 26 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,789,438

The Forest – 3 properties for sale, 32 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $700,153

BRADENTON Featured Golf Communities – Single Family Luxury Homes

Concession – 8 properties for sale, 13 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $3,349,089

Founders Club – 1 property for sale, 14 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,236,442

Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch – 8 properties for sale, 33 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,081,545

Esplanade at Azario – 1 property for sale, 48 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $850,119

SARASOTA Golf Community Highlights – Single Family Luxury Homes

TPC Prestancia – 1 property for sale, 8 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,574,250

SWFL Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends – Condos

NAPLES Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends –  Condos

Audubon Country Club – 0 properties for sale, 4 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,269,000

Grey Oaks –  1 property for sale, 21 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,338,047

Hammock Bay – 20 properties for sale, 29 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $822,393

Kensington – 2 properties for sale, 18 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $782,194

Lely Resort – 30 properties for sale, 166 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $551,239

Mediterra – 12 properties for sale, 44 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $2,112,613

Pelican Bay – 66 properties for sale, 250 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,972,074

Pelican Marsh – 5 properties for sale, 56 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $805,928

Talis Park – 18 properties for sale, 32 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,648,258

Tiburon – 5 properties for sale, 29 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,284,500

Treviso Bay – 20 properties for sale, 60 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $589,901

Vineyards – 15 properties for sale, 113 properties closed the over past 12 months and average sales price $639,223

BONITA SPRINGS Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends – Condos

Bonita Bay – 36 properties for sale, 143 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,466,276

Palmira – 3 properties for sale, 14 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $642,235

Pelican Landing – 11 properties for sale, 58 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $574,589

Pelican Landing (The Colony) – 26 properties for sale, 50 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,414,387

ESTERO Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends – Condos

Miromar Lakes – 4 properties for sale, 32 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $995,456

Pelican Sound – 1 property for sale, 35 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $560,020

Shadow Wood – 10 properties for sale, 27 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $622,148

West Bay Club – 7 properties for sale, 19 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $1,002,661

FORT MYERS Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends – Condos

Gulf Harbour Yacht and Country Club – 20 properties for sale, 101 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $820,151

BRADENTON Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends – Condos

Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch – 1 property for sale, 11 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $478,718

Esplanade at Azario – 0 properties for sale, 10 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $492,111

SARASOTA Luxury Golf Community Real Estate Trends – Condos

TPC Prestancia – 0 properties for sale, 2 properties closed over the past 12 months and average sales price $699,500

More SWFL Golf Community Highlights

Overall, inventory for Luxury golf properties in our area remains low, however, depending on the community and the neighborhood inventory has increased compared to this time last year. If you are considering buying a luxury golf home, you will need to be prepared to move quickly.

If you are considering selling, it is still a seller’s market and you have time to catch the top of the market. Call us today to learn your home’s value and how we can help you sell it for maximum value. What is my home worth…

If are considering buying a home we can help you identify which golf community or communities will fit your lifestyle and match your criteria for amenities in your price range. With the various fees associated with each golf community, it can be a challenge to determine what your total obligation will be for membership initiation fees as well as the annual membership dues, capital improvements and home owners association fees.

Since each community varies we recommend you use a professional Realtor with experience in golf communities to navigate your way through your options. We’ve been helping connect buyers and sellers in golf communities for nearly 20 years.

If you do not see a snapshot of the southwest Florida luxury private golf club community you are interested in, contact us for complete market analysis. Call, email or text us today for all of your real estate needs – 239.370.0892.