Southwest Florida August Home Sales Report

The latest August Home Sales Report for the week of the 15th showed there were 264 properties sold in Southwest Florida compared to 204 during the prior week. Real Estate activity continues to show higher than normal levels of closed sales and pending sales for this time of year.

Southern Fort Myers  had 97 property sales for the week compared to 89 sales the previous week. Transactions were as follows:  24 percent vacant lots, 22 percent were condos and 53 percent were single family homes. The remaining properties sold were a mobile home commercial unit.

Bonita Springs also had 97 real estate transactions for the week of Aug. 15th which was significantly higher than the week before when there were 68 home sales. Of the 97 real estate sales, 32 percent were condos, 51 percent were single family homes and 13 percent vacant lots. The other Bonita Springs transactions were a commercial unit and mobile homes.

Finally, Estero  came in third with 78 property sales compared to the week of the 15th when there were 47 home sales. Real Estate sales were split between multiple property types. Of the 78 home sales, 24 percent were vacant lots, 23 percent were condos and 37 percent were single family homes. The other Estero transactions were a mobile home, multi-family unit and agricultural lots.

In review, based on the real estate transactions report for the week of August 15th, property sales were broken down by the following types in Southwest Florida: 74 condos, 127 single family homes, 56 vacant lots, 3 mobile homes, 2 multi-family units and 2 commercial properties.

Southwest Florida August Home Sales Review- Organized by zip code

Bonita Springs

• 34134 – 21 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 3 mobile home, 8 single family homes and 9 condos)
• 34135 – 76 properties sold (1 commercial unit, 12 vacant lots, 41 single family homes and 22 condos)

Southern Fort Myers

• 33912 – 20 properties sold (1 commercial unit, 11 single family homes and 8 condos)
• 33913 – 63 properties sold (21 vacant lots, 29 single family homes and 13 condos)
• 33967 – 14 properties sold (1 mobile home, 2 vacant lots and 11 single family homes)

Estero

• 33928 – 43 properties sold (1 mobile home, 3 agricultural lots, 9 vacant lots, 16 single family homes and 8 condos)
• 33967 – 24 properties sold (2 multi-family units, 10 vacant lots, 11 single family homes and 1 condo)
• 34134 – 3 properties sold (1 single family home and 2 condos)
• 34135 – 8 properties sold (1 single family home and 7 condos)

Miromar Lakes

• 33913 – 6 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 2 single family homes and 3 condos)

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Lee County Real Estate Transactions Week of August 15th 2020

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Why You Need Expert Guidance in a Bidding War

With low inventory and high buyer demand, bidding wars are heating up in today’s market. Connecting with a professional to provide expert guidance will give you a competitive edge you need to land the home of your dreams in this competitive environment.

Advantages of Expert Guidance From a Real Estate Professional in Today’s Market

• Homes sold in July saw an average of almost 3 offers
• 60 percent of homes were on the market for less than a month
• A real estate expert has the negotiating skills and knowledge of the market to help you win a bidding war

Begin Your Naples Property Search

So, if you’re ready to begin your search for your own Naples Luxury home or condo, explore our website to find information about communities in the area.  If golf is your game, we specialize in golf community real estate and we’ll help you navigate more than 150 different golf communities in our area.

Not sure where to start? Do you want a bundled golf community or an equity golf community? Do you want a home in a Naples gated golf community? Which amenities are important to you? Let us be your guide. Give us a call and we will provide a list of properties and communities that meet your needs.

Also, if you are considering new construction, remember the contractor’s real estate agent represents the builder’s best interest, not yours.  There is no cost for you to have an agent represent you. In fact, we may be able to help you save money and negotiate for extras which the builder may not let you know about.

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Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations and paperless transactions for your property from offer to close!

September 4th, 2020, Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

The 2020 Homebuyer Wish List

What are the most important features on the typical homebuyer wish list this year? Many families need more space to accommodate working from home and virtual schooling. As more people focus on wellness, a  personal home gym has become much more important.

Finally, people are interested in homes with a large outdoor space with enhancements such as a pool, outdoor kitchens and plenty of room for the entire family to relax and enjoy the sunshine.

Lamorada Home Pending Sale

Congratulations to our clients who just went to contract on this fabulous Lamorada home in Naples Florida! Working with teammate Mike Pepple, they were able to find an investment property using a 1031 exchange. Located near multiple private country clubs such as Bonita Bay East, The Quarry, TwinEagles and Quail Creek and just a 15 minute drive to the sandy white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico.

Lamorada Single Family Home – 1878 Mustique St. Naples, FL 34120 – List Price $589,000

More about this Lamorada Home:

This fabulous large single family home in North Naples features a gorgeous lake view. There are significant upgrades inside and out! This large single family home has a whole house emergency generator and security system. The community includes a luxury 13,000 square foot clubhouse with poolside bar, spa, fitness center, movie theater, culinary arts studio, tennis, pickleball and boccee ball.

• List Price $589,000
• Three Bedrooms plus Den
• Two Bathrooms
• 2,064 Square Feet Under Air
• Built in 2018

Begin Your Naples Property Search

So, if you’re ready to begin your search for your own Naples Luxury home or condo, explore our website to find information about communities in the area.  If golf is your game, we specialize in golf community real estate and we’ll help you navigate more than 150 different golf communities in our area.

Not sure where to start? Do you want a bundled golf community or an equity golf community? Do you want a home in a Naples gated golf community? Which amenities are important to you? Let us be your guide. Give us a call and we will provide a list of properties and communities that meet your needs.

Also, if you are considering new construction, remember the contractor’s real estate agent represents the builder’s best interest, not yours.  There is no cost for you to have an agent represent you. In fact, we may be able to help you save money and negotiate for extras which the builder may not let you know about.

Do I need a Realtor if I’m Buying New Construction?

Lastly, we will handle all contract negotiations and paperless transactions for your property from offer to close!

September 3rd, 2020, Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Homebuyer Demand Is Far Above Last Year’s Pace

Homebuyer demand is strong as evident by the record-breaking sales during June and July. Buyers are actively purchasing homes, and the momentum is continuing into the fall. It is, however, becoming harder for buyers to find homes to purchase. If you’ve been thinking about selling your house, the coming weeks might just be the timing you’ve been waiting for.

It’s Not Just About the Price of the Home

We naturally start by looking at the price of a home when most of us begin searching for a home. It’s important, however, to closely consider what else impacts the purchase. It’s not just the price of the house that matters, but the overall cost in the long run. Today, that’s largely impacted by low mortgage rates. Low rates are actually making homes more affordable now than at any time since 2016, and here’s why.

In fact, there are many buyers who could pay cash for a second home in Naples, yet they are taking advantage of low rates for their home purchase.

Three Ways to Win a Bidding War

How do you win a bidding war? With so few houses for sale today and low mortgage rates driving buyer activity, bidding wars are becoming more common. Multiple-offer scenarios are heating up, so unless you are paying cash, it’s important to get pre-approved before you start your search. This way, you can put your best foot forward – quickly and efficiently – if you’re planning to buy a home this season.

The Latest Naples July Home Sales Recap

The latest Naples July Home Sales report for the first week of the month shows there were 282 Homes Sold compared to 318 properties sold the previous week.

North Naples was tied for the top spot with 66 real estate transactions for the week compared to 73 during the prior week. Of the 66 sales, 5 percent were vacant lots, 62 percent were single family homes and 33 percent were condos.

East Naples also had 66 real estate transactions for the week of the 6th compared to 58 sales during the week of June 29th. East Naples home sales consisted of 8 percent vacant lots, 36 percent single family homes and 55 percent were condos. The remaining property sold in the area was a mobile home.

Finally, the City of Naples rounded out the week with 32 home sales compared to 36 sales during the previous week. They were made up of 53 percent single family homes and 44 percent condos. The remaining property sold in Downtown Naples was a vacant lot. Most notably, 10 of the 11 homes sold in downtown Naples (34102) were over $1 million.

In summary, the latest real estate transactions review for the week of July 6th show Naples homes sold were broken down as follows: 103 condos, 132 single family homes, 40 vacant lots and 7 mobile homes sold throughout Collier County.

Naples Luxury Home Sales Report

Thirty-Three Naples luxury homes sold during the week. Luxury home prices ranged from $1,075,000 to $6,600,000.

• $1,000,000 – $1,999,999 price range – 23 homes sold
• $2,000,000 – $2,999,999 price range – 4 homes sold
• $3,000,000 – $4,999,999 price range – 4 homes sold
• $5,999,000 – $9,999,999 price range – 2 homes sold
• 10,000,000 plus – 0 homes sold

Naples Real Estate Transactions for the Week of July 6th – Organized by zip code:

City of Naples

• 34102 – 11 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 9 single family homes and 1 condo)
• 34103 – 13 properties sold (5 single family homes and 8 condos)
• 34105 – 8 properties sold (3 single family homes and 5 condos)

North Naples

• 34109 – 16 properties sold (11 single family homes and 5 condos)
• 34110 – 23 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 10 single family homes and 12 condos)
• 34119 – 27 properties sold  (2 vacant lots, 20 single family homes and 5 condos)

East Naples

• 34104 – 13 properties sold (2 vacant lots, 4 single family homes and 7 condos)
• 34112 – 34 properties sold (1 mobile home, 11 single family homes and 22 condos)
• 34113 – 19 properties sold (3 vacant lots, 9 single family homes and 7 condos)

Ave Maria and Immokalee

• 34142 – 7 properties sold (2 mobile homes, 2 vacant lots and 3 single family homes)

Barefoot Beach

• 34134 – 3 properties sold (2 single family homes and 1 condo)

Big Cypress

• 34117 – 11 properties sold (1 mobile home, 2 vacant lots and 8 single family homes)

Coco River

• 34108 – 13 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 7 single family homes and 5 condos)

Corkscrew

• 34120 –  34 properties sold (16 vacant lots, 4 single family homes and 4 condos)

Eastern Collier County

• 34114 – 20 properties sold (1 mobile home, 5 vacant lots, 5 single family homes and 9 condos)
• 34116 – 4 properties sold (1 vacant lot, 1 single family home and 2 condos)

Everglades City

• 34139 –  1 property sold (1 mobile home)

Goodland

• 34140 –  1 property sold (1 mobile home)

Marco Island

• 34145 – 24 properties sold (4 vacant lots, 10 single family homes and 10 condos)

Audubon Home Sold!

This fabulous Audubon Home sold to a great couple from South Carolina! Located in North Naples in Audubon Country Club, this large single family home has a spectacular view of the golf course.

Audubon Home – 15678 Whitney Ln. Naples, FL 34110 – Sold Price $675,000

More About this Audubon Home for Sale

A generous lanai with pool and spa is situated along the golf course giving homeowners the opportunity to sit back, relax and watch the golfers go by. The home has high trey ceilings and large kitchen providing plenty of room for family and friends. The spacious master bedroom suite includes generous closets, double sinks, walk-in shower, Jacuzzi tub and granite counter tops.

• 4 Bedrooms
• 3.5 Bathrooms
• Golf Course View
• 3,303 Square Foot Under Air
• Built 1993

More About Audubon Country Club

Audubon Country Club is a private, gated golf community in Naples, Florida. This Naples golf community is only minutes away from the white sandy beaches and the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The Club community has 410 homes spread over 755 acres, of which 59 percent of which is dedicated to nature preserves.

Golf membership in the Country Club is limited to 300 members. This relatively small size means that people coming into the Club or community find it easy to make new friends. Also, the small number of members results in an exceptional level of camaraderie that truly makes Audubon different from so many other communities.

In addition to golf, the community includes several amenities for members to enjoy including an Olympic size 25-meter heated pool, tennis courts, fitness center, croquet and bocce ball.

August 29th, 2020, Posted by NaplesGolfGuy

Bonita National Home Sold!

This fabulous Bonita National Home Sold to a wonderful couple from Indiana! Teammate Mike Pepple helped them find the perfect vacation home in one of the newest private golf communities in Bonita Springs, Florida.

Bonita National Home Sold – 28058 Wicklow Ct., Bonita Springs FL 34135 – $556,000

More about this Bonita National Home:

This fabulous large single family home in Bonita National Golf Club includes a social membership and has a magnificent lanai with heated pool and spa as well as an outdoor kitchen. This larger home has plenty of space for the family as well as a home office. In addition to an excellent golf course and practice facilities, homeowners have access to a large resort-style pool with waterfall, 8 Hart Tru tennis courts and fitness center.

• List Price $599,000
• Sold Price $556,000
• Three Bedrooms plus Den
• Three Bathrooms
• 2,445 Square Feet
• Built in 2017

It’s important to note, membership options vary in Bonita National only include a social membership.  For example, this home as a social membership while other homes have a golf membership. It’s not always obvious by listings online if the property includes golf so we highly recommend you work with a real estate agent to make sure you find the property which meets your needs. If you’re looking for properties in Bonita National or another golf community in southwest Florida we would be happy to be your guide.

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