The Real Estate Book of Lee County, FL - Vol. 29_2

LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA

HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 29, Issue 2

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Developers Personal Vacation Retreat Being Offered Built in 2007 this personal retreat is like brand new! This two bedroom plus study condo located on the Rubicon Canal offers 1,626 sq ft of living area with vaulted ceilings, custom tile, cabinets and upgrades throughout the home. No expense was spared. Private dock with high speed lift included. The complex features a pool, spa and low HOA fees and pets allowed! Great access to the river and convenient to downtown Cape Coral. $324,900

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2 Championship Golf Courses, 6 Har-Tru Tennis Courts

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www.theforestrealtors.com 6000 Forest Boulevard Fort Myers, Florida 33908

$399,900

LOVINGLY CARED FOR 3 Bed, 3 Bath home is exquisitely renovated and decorated with wonderful features and is move in ready! Top of the line appliances, breakfast room, large lot, large patio and beautiful landscaping. Views of the 14th, 15th & 16th fairways of the Bobcat Golf Course.

For More Photos Text R1068900 to 52187

$219,000

LOVELY VILLA surrounded by golf course and beautiful greenery of The Forest! 2 Beds, 2 Baths, den, large tile flooring throughout. Vaulted wood stained ceilings, stunning custom designed kitchen. Enclosed veranda/den. Beautiful furniture included.

For More Photos Text R1006996 to 52187

$189,000

1ST FLOOR CORNER FURNISHED CONDO! Renovated!

Large lanai overlooking golf course, carport, walk in closet in master, wood burning fireplace, community pool just steps away!

For More Photos Text R735004 to 52187

$349,500

SPACIOUS VILLA! 3 Bed, 2.5 Baths, lots of windows for natural light all opens to the large lanai on the water, golf course & enjoy the morning sun. Community pool, 2 car garage.

For More Photos Text R639556 to 52187

$196,000

THE FOREST COUNTRY CLUB! Spectacular Lake & Golf course views! 2 Bed, 2 Bath spacious condo, totally furnished right down to the pots and pans! Living room with fireplace, and sliding glass doors. Eat in kitchen with island and breakfast room. Spacious lanai overlooks water and course.

For More Photos Text R203631 to 52187

$159,000

FABULOUS 3 BED, 3 BATH TOWNHOUSE All new custom white cabinets & granite counters, recessed lighting and stainless sinks. Freshly painted! 3 large lanais to enjoy incredible outdoor living! 1 bedroom on main level & 2 master suites on 2nd level. Close to community pool.

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MOST SOUGHT AFTER UNIT for the best unparalleled view of the looking South and the captivating downtown lights! This stunning open-concept 2 Bed, 2 Bath condo with community amenities galore in a tranquil environment won't last long. $318,000 MLS:216060623

COME HOME IN YOUR PRIVATE ELEVATOR to your foyer and look at the sunset every single night.

3 Bed, 2 Bath at The Riviera with spectacular views.

River District's downtown is just a short mile away. $319,000 MLS:217065940

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CORNER UNIT with unobstructed Sunrise and Sunset views. Beautiful open 3 Bed, 2 Bath plan has new stainless steel appliances, upgraded brushed nickel hardware, sink and faucet in kitchen. $340,000 MLS:218019462

PROFESSIONALLY REMODELED 3 Bed, 2 Bath corner unit. Morning Room has remote control blinds and a majestic sunrise view. Luxurious Bamboo wood flooring in Living, Dining, and Den compliments the kitchen. $349,999 MLS:218046050

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DIRECT ACCESS, DEEP WATER, CUL-DE-SAC location. Minutes to the river. 3 Bed, 2 Bath open, split plan home has a light, bright airy feeling. Kitchen features new counter tops, pantry, RO system on the water for sink & ice maker. Newly Renovated. $404,999 MLS:218056525

LUXURIOUS HIGH-RISE WATERFRONT CONDO in the Historic District in Fort Myers. Luxury starts with having your own PRIVATE ELEVATOR to your unit. 2 private balconies overlooking the city from this 24th floor unit! $564,000 MLS:215066637

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ST. TROPEZ IN FORT MYERS! Spacious 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath, turnkey condo right on the water!

Beautiful water views and open concept, sit outside on your lanai and watch the dolphins play! $230,000 MLS:219001771

END UNIT AT BEAU RIVAGE with beautiful views. Tile, carpet and wood floors throughout. Over 1,950 sq ft of pure luxury.

4 Beds, 3 Baths, 270 degrees of view. Walk to downtown and enjoy the nightlife, restaurants, events, and more. $455,000 MLS:218056527

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$249,000

NORTH FORT MYERS Beautifully maintained 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1,532 SF home in Pine Lakes on large corner lot. Kitchen with island, plenty of storage. Extra den/family room off kitchen. Huge 2 car garage!

MLS#218062749 | For More Photos Text R1104079 to 52187

$425,000

CAPE CORAL 3 Bed, 2 Bath home in SW Cape Coral with many features. Tile Flooring throughout, Separate Family Room, Split Floor Plan, Inside Laundry Room and plenty of fruit trees. Centrally Located to schools, restaurants and shopping. MLS#218072909 | For More Photos Text R1054422 to 52187

$499,000

CAPE CORAL Beautiful Freshwater 4 Bed, 2 Bath Pool Home! Gourmet kitchen

with island overlooking family room. Master features sliding doors to the expansive lanai. Intersecting Canal views with access to several large lakes within 10 minutes including Anchor Lake! MLS#219002701 | For More Photos Text R1104997 to 52187

$620,000

CAPE CORAL Gulf Access Home! 3 Beds, 2 Bath + Den, Pool/Spa. Gourmet kitchen with island, eat in dinette area overlooks family room. Countertops are granite and cabinets have been upgraded. Boat dock and lift with canopy top. 10 minutes to river!

MLS#218052700 | For More Photos Text R1029454 to 52187

$645,000

CAPE CORAL Custom Built Gulf Access Home with 4 Beds, 3 Baths, Pool/Spa

& Southern Exposure. Porcelain tile, tray 12' ceilings, and much more. Gourmet Chef's Kitchen with island, stainless steel appliances, Butler's Pantry and walk in pantry. MLS#218047635 | For More Photos Text R904431 to 52187

$650,000

BONITA SPRINGS Pelican Landing, One of SWFL's most Beautiful Gated

Communities! 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath split plan, plus a den w/ French door entry that is perfect for a home office. Open concept kitchen, aquarium window in the breakfast nook. MLS#218071310 | For More Photos Text R1056242 to 52187

$690,000

BONITA SPRINGS Views of the Gulf and breathtaking sunsets makes this end unit condo an opportunity of a lifetime! 2 Beds, 2 Baths, tiled floors through out and is flooded with natural light from the extra windows only an end unit offers. MLS#218074100 | For More Photos Text R1056251 to 52187

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CAPE CORAL Elegance, Quality and Location!! Beautifully Renovated with No

Expense Spared. This Gulf Access Home is Turnkey and perfect for vacation rental or simply be ready to enjoy Florida living at its finest. 5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths and a Private Den. MLS#218049642 | For More Photos Text R923152 to 52187

3015 SW Pine Island Rd #114 Cape Coral, FL 33991

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RARE FIND! Furnished gulf access condo with garage!

Nice 2/2 corner unit in 55+ community. Heated pool. Reasonable H.O.A. fees. ONLY $152,900.

For More Photos Text R933345 to 52187

BIG VIEWS! Turnkey furnished 2/2 gulf access condo on WIDE canal! Almost 1500 sq ft of upgraded living! Heated pool, docks, cov'd parking & storage! $169,900.

For More Photos Text R1072436 to 52187

PRICED TO SELL! Very nice 4/2/2 with 1837 sq ft of living! Built in 2005 with OPEN plan with cathedral ceiling! Freshly painted exterior, tile & laminate floors, pavers & more! ONLY $199,900.

For More Photos Text R885891 to 52187

DIRECT GULF ACCESS! Beautifully remodeled 2/2 ground floor condo on WIDE canal in great location! Heated pool, clubhouse, docks, cov'd parking! $189,900.

For More Photos Text R1019224 to 52187

239-691-5011 Cell | 239-263-3153 Office www.AgentDi.com AMAZING ESTATE COMPOUND WITH TENNIS COURT, POOL, AND WATERFRONT ON A 3 LOT SITE, with an option to purchase adjoining 4th Lot. This sprawling ranch home backs up to a freshwater intersecting canal with 240’ of seawall and natural beauty all around. Enjoy swimming in the large, heated Pool or play Tennis on your very own Tennis court! 3 Beds, 3 Baths, guest suite or bonus room, kitchen with granite, and freshly painted inside and out!

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GULF-FRONT 3BR/2BA BEACH CONDO! GOLFVIEW VILLA WITH HUGE LANAI!

Spectacular Sunsets & Water Views! New Flooring, Updated Kitchen & Baths! Great Rental History! Amazing Value for your Piece of Paradise! Offered at $499,900 For More Photos Text R1041502 to 52187

PET-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY!

3 BR 2 Bath updated 2 BR 2BA with Loft Townhome in villa with 2-car garage! private yet convenient area of Ft. Total of 3 lanais- rear Myers! Tile on Diagonal throughout lanai extended into a 1st floor including Master Suite! huge area with gorgeous views of golf Private Courtyard loaded with Greenery! Updated Kitchen with course & sunsets! Move in Ready! $237,555 new Cabinets & Granite Countertops, and more! $159,900 For More Photos Text R1103346 to 52187 For More Photos Text R1087848 to 52187

5BR POOL/SPA HOME STEPS FROM MARINA!

DUPLEX IN S. FT. MYERS!!

1ST FLOOR COACH HOME IN GATED COMMUNITY!

Steps from Cape 2 BR 2 BA each side with tenants 2 BR + Den 2 Ba with garage! on month-to-month basis.

Harbour, popular Open floor plan with Mercedes floor plan, Excellent rental history with breakfast bar! Privacy view original owner! Newer Roof! extra den and huge off screened lanai! Spacious floor plan! Master suite with huge walk-in closet, bonus room! $406,900 Newer AC systems on both sides! Additional storage in back!

For More Photos Text R1030185 to 52187 Great income potential close to FGCU, I-75, & 41! $249,900 shower, & soaking tub! Close to beaches! $199,900 For More Photos Text R1102291 to 52187 For More Photos Text R1092846 to 52187

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This stunning 4 Bed, 5.5 Bath home offers the Hallmarks of a Koogler Custom Home, stonework, decorative metalwork, innovative architectural details, windows placed to capture natural light, generous ceiling heights.

This Estate looks on two intersecting canals with endless southern views, built high offering privacy at your pool from passing boaters with 111’ of seawall surrounded by an expansive dock with boat lift and canopy, $2,385,000 | Text R1100354 to 52187 for more details!

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THE DOS & DON’TS OF DRAIN MAINTENANCE Does one of your drains always seem to clog? Can’t figure out the best way to keep your pipes clear? Four Seasons Plumbing offers the following guidelines for proper drain maintenance.

“A lot of our clients are worried about what they can and cannot put down their drains,” says Max Rose, owner of Four Seasons Plumbing. “The truth is—excluding grease, oils and chemicals—a properly designed and installed system will take just about anything you can fit down the drain. If you are experiencing issues with normal use, I recommend having a plumbing professional do an inspection, but in the meantime here are some dos and don’ts you can follow.”

DO USE A DRAIN GUARD.

Whether it’s in the kitchen sink or the bathtub, a drain guard can catch the bigger pieces of debris that tend to cause clogs.

DON’T FLUSH EVERYTHING.

Body waste and toilet paper are the only things that should be flushed. Paper towels, cotton balls and even “flushable” wipes should not be disposed of in the toilet.

DO USE A BACTERIA WASTE ELIMINATOR FOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE.

Bacteria and enzyme drain additives are safe, effective and great for septic systems.

DON’T POUR GREASE, OIL OR FAT DOWN DRAINS.

It may go down the drain as a liquid, but once it cools off, these fats solidify, causing blockages in pipes. It’s best to wait until the grease or oil has cooled into a solid and then dispose of it in the trash.

DO FLUSH WITH HOT WATER.

Periodically fill the tub and/or kitchen sink about halfway with hot water and pull the plug. This will move the hot water down the plumbing and help clear lingering debris.

DON’T USE COMMERCIAL DRAIN CLEANERS.

Store-bought drain cleaners contain caustic chemicals that can be harmful to both your health and your plumbing. These cleaners may help remedy a clogged or slow-draining sink or tub, but it can erode pipes in the process.

Following these tips can help keep your drain and pipes clear and working well. But should you need drain repair, or even a check up on them, contact your trusted plumber today!

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SURPRISING THINGS YOU CAN NEGOTIATE INTO YOUR HOME PRICE WHEN SELLING

By Abigail Sawyer

When you’re ready to list your home on the real estate market, you conduct a thorough inspection and fix any problem areas. You make your house look shiny and new by replacing broken items, upgrading light fixtures, floors, cabinets and window treatments, cleaning every inch and staging your home perfectly for your open houses.

But aside from listing the typical selling points like square footage, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, landscaping features and proximity to excellent schools, you can also list extra features to potentially boost the price.

Here are five things around your home that you can leverage to increase its value: Appliances

Appliances can be tough to move, especially if they’re built into your kitchen or laundry room. Instead of planning to take them with you, include them in the price of your home. A word of caution: Be sure the appliances match, are (relatively) new and look immaculate. If you’re in a pricey neighborhood, buyers want move-in ready homes stocked with higher-end appliances.

Spring for expensive brands, and you may be able to get more money for your home when you sell.

Furniture

When you move into your new abode, you’re not going to be taking your window treatments with you. But while you’re in your current home, it’s worth setting aside a few hundred dollars to replace the blinds, shutters and curtains. If you have older aluminum blinds or unattractive curtains, swap them with modern-looking roman or roller shades, or even faux wood shutters and blinds.

SURPRISING THINGS YOU CAN NEGOTIATE INTO YOUR HOME PRICE WHEN SELLING

Some buyers are looking for a truly turnkey home that’s completely furnished, especially in fast-moving cities like Los Angeles and New York City. The furniture they see staged at your open house will help them achieve that, and they’ll likely be willing to pay extra for it. By selling your furniture and decor with your house, you may be able to mark up your home listing by 30 percent.

Light Fixtures

Window Treatments

Light fixtures are usually customized for a space, so it’s better to leave them in your house. To successfully sell them with your home, go for modern fixtures that keep the space well lit. Avoid harsh fluorescent lights and choose LED bulbs instead, which can make a room look brighter while saving energy and heat at the same time. You can put in accent lighting to show off your home’s focal points. Add vanity lighting to the bathrooms and install path lighting along your outdoor areas for more light.

For a truly modern, convenient touch, install motorized shades that can be opened and closed with the touch of a button. When you’re selling your home, you can include these updated window treatments in your price.

Playsets

Many potential buyers have kids or plan on having kids, especially if they’re first-time homebuyers. Even if your own kids have outgrown the swing sets and play areas, consider keeping them in the yard. They have the potential to increase the price of your home and make it a more attractive option for your buyers.

Before you put your house on the market, be sure to consider these five aspects of your home. You may be able to boost the sale price by looking at these different features and leveraging them to your benefit.

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Abigail Sawyer is a senior social media specialist for Blinds.com. She’s a home improvement junkie who is currently restoring a 1972 cottage.

She writes on all things related to home decor and decorating. If you’re planning on selling your home and want to add new window treatments, you can find a wide variety on Blinds.com.

H AV I N G A H O M E I N S P EC T I O N ?

DON’T FORGET THE TREES When you buy a home, a professional inspection is a standard part of the process, designed to reveal any potentially dangerous and costly problems that may not be evident to the untrained eye, such as faulty electrical wiring or hidden mold.

But there’s more to inspecting a property than the actual home itself. According to the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), it’s just as important to know the quality and safety of large trees on the property, as a mammoth branch coming through the roof during the first storm spent in your home is a problem no new homeowner wants to deal with.

Dying or decaying trees are usually easy to spot, especially when foliage is out, but you’ll need a qualified arborist to identify some of the above problems, such as healthy-looking trees with structural defects. A professional arborist can also provide advice about the future maintenance of trees on the property to help stave off long-term problems.

While beautiful, mature trees are probably part of what drew you to a property in the first place, the experts at TCIA advise inspecting the trees for the following issues. They could be telltale signs of an imminent problem:

Taking action on tree issues sooner than later is a wise course of action before they result in more serious and expensive problems. As Lew Bloch, a registered consulting arborist in Potomac, Md., says, “Large trees are usually an asset and a valuable amenity to the property, but weak, damaged or diseased trees are actually liabilities.”

x Poor past care or previous topping x Improper planting x Too much mulch on the root system x Damage during construction x Wrong tree in the wrong place x Insect or disease damage x Overwatering from the lawn’s irrigation system, or limbs rubbing on the siding or roof

So if you or your home inspector notice an issue with a tree or trees, contact your landscaper, lawn service or a local arborist to provide the best advice and course of action, or to even remove the tree. It’s better to take care of problem trees now, before they run the risk of becoming a bigger issue.

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MOVE IN READY 3 BR, 2 BA home in McGregor Estates off Historic McGregor Blvd. Located on an oversized corner fenced lot with plenty of privacy and much potential. Circular stone driveway, single carport plus additional storage behind the gated fence. $209,900 MLS/ID:218073002 EL

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EAGLE II MODEL: NEW Construction offers great room design with screened lanai.

3 BR, 2 BA, 1,430 sq. ft.

Starting at $199,900-Lehigh Acres #218064573/$229,900Cape Coral #218055308

FOR MORE PHOTOS Text R906820 to 52187

PELICAN MODEL: NEW Construction, Tiled floors, great room, granite counters.

3 BR, 2 BA, 1,780 sq. ft.

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HERON II MODEL: NEW construction pool home on fresh water canal. Great room plan with many upgrades.

4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1,990 sq. ft.

STARTING FROM $339,900

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PHOENIX MODEL: NEW construction pool home on fresh water canal with water views from all common rooms.

3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, 2,145 sq. ft.

STARTING FROM $369,900

MOST MODELS ABOVE AVAILABLE ON DRY LOTS OR CANAL FRONT LOTS--ALL ARE CAPE CORAL LOCATIONS WITH CITY UTILITIES IN PLACE--CALL DEBBIE GOODWIN 239-850-7704 FOR DETAILS

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OWNER INVENTORY SALE!

BEST VALUE ON LAKE KENNEDY! 3 Beds, 2 Baths, kitchen with wood cabinets, soft close drawers, SS appliance package. Includes outdoor kitchen with tile backsplash.

Huge 30x30 garage! $349,900

WOW! DESCRIBES THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME! Very open great room with cathedral ceiling, porcelain wood look flooring in all areas except baths. 3 Beds, 2 Baths, walk in pantry, stainless steel appliances, finished outside kitchen, 3 car garage. $367,900 | For More Photos Text RBBHQMH to 52187

OWNER INVENTORY SALE!

LOADED WITH UPGRADES! Complete outside kitchen with oversized deck around pool, 900 sq ft garage, 3 Beds, 2 Baths, walk in pantry, 42 inch wood cabinets with soft close drawers. $379,900 | For More Photos Text RBBHQMG to 52187

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GREAT LOCATION IN SW CAPE CORAL across from Gulf Access homes! So many extras in this 3 Bed, 2 bath home. Porcelain tile wood look in bedrooms, outside kitchen, very open plan with pool and extended deck. $365,900 | For More Photos Text RBBHKNT to 52187

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LIVE CLOSE TO EVERYTHING The Cape has to offer!

3+den, 2 bath pool home. Vaulted living room, extra large garage, split bedroom floor plan. Approx. half hour drive from both Punta Gorda, and Southwest Florida Regional airports.

-----------------------------------------------------$245,000 | Text R1063384 to 52187

NEAR ROSEN PARK 3 bed, 2 bath Pool Home with public boat ramp. Over 1700 sq. ft. Living. Tile flooring throughout, formal living room and family room. Pool with large screened lanai and plenty of deck space.

-----------------------------------------------------$219,900 | Text R1100395 to 52187

SW CAPE CORAL Wonderful 3 bed, 2 bath split floor plan, upgraded with tile flooring, granite countertops and stainless appliances. Plenty of room for a pool and is privacy fenced.

Hurricane Impact windows and upgraded garage door.

-----------------------------------------------------$199,900 | Text R1028828 to 52187

DARLING 2/2 SW CAPE CORAL HOME featuring pool & spa. It's been updated w/ impact windows, newer kitchen, tile flooring and renovated guest bath. Priced to sell now.

-----------------------------------------------------$209,900 | Text R1101649 to 52187

HARBOUR SOUTH CONDO Located on the 6th floor with Outstanding Views. This 2/2 river frontage condo includes an updated kitchen with granite counter tops & baths. You will love the river views and walking distance to downtown.

-----------------------------------------------------$159,900 | Text R1019221 to 52187

SCHOONER BAY COMMUNITY 2 bed, 2 bath condoon the Caloosahatchee River. Beautiful Sunset Views over the pond with fountain. On the 5th floor with a common elevator.

Kitchen has a Stainless appliance package, breakfast bar.

-----------------------------------------------------$129,900 | Text R987732 to 52187

FEATURED PROPERTIES

CAPE CORAL

Totally remodeled 4 Bed, 4 Bath DIRECT ACCESS home near Rum Runners. Short ride to River and Gulf of Mexico, NO bridges or locks. Travertine floors on the porch and lanai, down to the dock. This home is STUNNING! THE LIFT CAN HANDLE A #16,000 BOAT AND IT'S COVERED! THIS IS PARADISE! $789,000 | Text RBBGFWB to 52187

CAPE CORAL

Canal views on a 3 lot site, with an elevation of 9.5 feet ASL! Custom built 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath home, gourmet kitchen with GAS! Three car garage is air-conditioned. 90 degree sliding doors from family room and kitchen out to the lanai. Located near Rum Runners in the SW Cape. One year warranty. $799,900 | Text RBBGFVS to 52187

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CAPE CORAL

Sandoval Condo on the big lake overlooking the park! 2 Bed, 2 Bath, freshly painted, new carpet, new A/C and water heater. Tasteful furniture can be purchased separately. Sandoval offers the most amazing lifestyle with wonderful amenities. $205,000 | Text RBBZCFQ to 52187

CAPE CORAL

Amazing Opportunity to have the best access for your yacht in a home with low flood insurance. 3 Bed, 2 Baths, composite dock has both 50 amp and 30 amp service. The lift will accommodate a #16,000 boat. Tile on the diagonal throughout home, new appliances. $489,900 | Text RBBZYNM to 52187

CAPE CORAL

Perfect home for a first-time home buyer, and investor. Split 3 Bed, 2 Bath floor plan, vaulted ceilings, large dining room off the kitchen. New HVAC installed approximately 3 months ago.

Large yard - plenty of room for a pool in the back! Located in a nice SW Cape neighborhood.

CALL CINDI DOLBERRY 305-394-2542 $210,000

CAPE CORAL

Fabulous view straight down the canal with Southern exposure! Enjoy boating, fishing, and kayaking in your backyard.

Very Open 3 Bed, 2 Bath Floor plan with so much potential. Extra storage everywhere and an oversized garage.

All assessments paid. $222,900 | Text RBBYVWH to 52187

FORT MYERS BEACH

Beautiful Beach front property. First floor 2 Bed, 2 Bath condo with a great view of the gulf, courtyard and pool.

Great rental potential and perfect location. Condo has impact windows and doors.

CALL MARTI HAWKINS 217-819-0280 $490,000

CAPE CORAL

Wonderful 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath home on a quite street in Bella Vita S/D. Peaceful water views off the back and there is enough room for a pool. Large living/dining room combo, separate family room and large kitchen with plenty of cabinets and countertop space. This is a MUST SEE home!

CALL NANCY MCCRUM 239-340-9129 $279,900

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CAPE CORAL

Gulf access home4! Tile in all rooms with the exception of one bedroom.

Kitchen has been remodeled with quality cabinets. In addition, the airconditioner, pool heater, dock canopy and washer and dryer have recently been purchased/added. $339,900 | Text RBBZJFV to 52187

CAPE CORAL

LUXURY RIVERFRONT LIVING!! Spectacular custom, riverfront dream home is on an oversized lot in the coveted Savona neighborhood of Cape Coral. Open floor plan home is 3, 150 sq.ft., 4 Bed, 4 Baths, salt water infinity edge heated pool, den. Gorgeous hardwood floors, soaring ceilings.

CALL MIKE URRARO 239-707-3529 $1,598,000

CAPE CORAL

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EXPAND YOUR KITCHEN: TRY A SLIDING DOOR Your kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s a place where family and friends gather. It’s also a space where you may seem to need more space, whether you’re making breakfast for the kids or hosting a big dinner party.

Using innovative wall-mount door hardware, you can unlock your kitchen’s potential by freeing up the “real estate” traditional swinging doors take up. Due to their unique space-saving possibilities, versatility and aesthetics, wall-mount sliding doors can make your kitchen more open and inviting.

A standard hinged door consumes 10-14 square feet of floor space to swing open and shut, putting kitchen space at a premium. Single or converging wall-mount sliding doors allow you to utilize this floor space for kitchen furnishings, storage, extra mingling room for guests and more.

They also give kitchens a more spacious look and can enhance your home’s design flow, making it more welcoming and facilitating movement between rooms, which is essential for gatherings and larger families with children.

To maximize your kitchen’s footprint and optimize functionality, an option like wallmount door hardware from Johnson Hardware can provide a new world of architectural possibilities for your kitchen, regardless of size or layout. Ideal for wider kitchen entryways, converging wallmount door hardware allows doors to glide smoothly as they open whenever you want a free flow for entertaining, or close for privacy during meal preparation.

Converging doors can add sophistication or create a cozy feel, depending on the hardware configuration and door style you choose. Available with or without fascia in either clear satin or bronze anodized aluminum, the U.S.-made hardware and track exceed ANSI safety standards and can successfully complete 100,000 opening and closing cycles. You can also add your own valance to match the door material and trim.

Wall-mounted sliding doors also work well for kitchen pantries and large recessed shelving areas where you want to conceal clutter and ensure clean, streamlined spaces. With Johnson’s array of hardware configurations, you can create personalized looks that integrate the door designs and materials you desire with options for doors up to 125 pounds, which are equipped with wall-mounted jump-proof aluminum box tracks and adjustable door hangers for easy installation, as well as options up to 400 pounds, featuring wall-mounted, heavy-gauge I-beam tracks and smooth-rolling, ball-bearing four-wheel hangers.

Installing wall-mount sliding door hardware in your kitchen - and beyond - can be an easy yet high-impact improvement that reduces space constraints while adding warmth, functionality and appeal to your home. So contact your contractor or home remodeler today to have one installed.

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7 PROJECTS THAT IMPROVE RESALE VALUE Even if you have no immediate plans for leaving your home, it’s a good idea to approach renovations with resale value in mind. Upgrades that are likely to appeal to future buyers protect your investment while also improving your enjoyment of the home.

One key to a successful renovation is figuring out how to personalize the space without making it so customized that it’s not attractive to other potential owners. For example, eliminating a bedroom to create a giant walk-in closet may help achieve your dreams, but losing that bedroom can be a major hit to your home’s value.

These renovation ideas - which include both cosmetic touch-ups and more labor-intensive suggestions - can help boost your home’s value.

OPEN SPACE. Older homes were often that needs to be relocated. You’ll likely designed with a boxy, formal layout that is less conducive to most modern families’ needs. Today’s open floor plans offer functionality for everything from keeping an eye on the kids while making dinner to entertaining guests. This type of floor plan can also make small rooms feel larger and invite more light into darker parts of the house.

The most cost-effective way to create an open space is to remove non-load-bearing walls (load-bearing walls help support the roof; while they can be removed there’s typically quite a bit more time, labor and expense involved). Removing a wall may not be that complicated unless you encounter plumbing or HVAC ductwork

have some electrical outlets to move, and both the floor and ceiling will need attention to remove lingering signs of the former wall.

CLIMATE COMFORT. Not every aspect

of home improvement is visible at first glance like a fresh coat of paint; some value-boosting upgrades are more behind the scenes. One example is climate management. If you renovate a space that needs better climate control, or if you add a new room where extending the existing ductwork is impractical, a splitductless HVAC system may be the perfect solution. The ductless design saves HVAC contractors time during installation, therefore saving homeowners money.

UNDERSTATED ELEGANCE. Features like crown molding and other wood accents such as chair rails are elegant upgrades that can elevate a home’s value with a relatively modest investment. An office or dining room is the perfect place to introduce these design elements to add a bit of formality to the space. You can also find crown molding in spaces like the living room, with the molding coordinating with built-in shelving flanking a fireplace.

COLOR CHANGE.

Although paint is one of the easiest ways to personalize your home, it’s also one of the least expensive, simplest ways to improve its value and appearance.

A fresh coat of paint, inside or out, can create an appealing illusion of newness no matter the age of your home. For maximum resale value, stick to neutral tones so future buyers can focus on envisioning the place as their own, without the distraction of your own vibrant choices. If you don’t like the thought of boring beige, consider adding accent walls for pops of color that can be easily changed down the road.

ADJUSTABLE LIGHTING.

A room’s ambiance can be completely transformed with lighting. For multi-purpose rooms, an option like dimmer switches lets you customize the lighting to fit the use, which can vary throughout the day.

A well-lit living room is essential for a large gathering or a small group gathered for game night. That same space can be equally

inviting for an intimate conversation or a casual movie night with the lights turned down low. One of the best parts is minimal experience is needed to swap out standard switches for the more versatile dimmers.

Plus, in today’s technology-driven world, there’s an app for seemingly everything, including lighting. Homeowners can control the ambiance from their phones by installing smart light bulbs and lighting strips.

GRUNGE-FREE GARAGE. Even though a garage’s functionality is the top concern for most buyers, a dingy, unkempt space can be a real turn-off. One way to instantly brighten and refresh the space is an epoxy coating on the floor. Applying the coating is relatively easy and once dry it helps prevent unsightly stains and damage in the future.

Combine that with a thorough sweeping, wiping down walls and other surfaces, and organizing the clutter to create a more inviting space you can utilize to the fullest.

BETTER BATHROOMS. Many homeowners approach a bathroom upgrade with big projects in mind, like swapping out the vanity, replacing the tub or installing tile flooring. However, it’s possible to make a noticeable impact with much smaller changes. Simply updating bathroom fixtures and fittings such as shower heads, faucets, towel racks and lighting can transform the space with minimal effort and far less work and expense than a large-scale renovation.

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BUYING IN THE FUTURE? STA RT SAV I N G TODAY

By Suzanne De Vita

With inventory low and prices rebounding, affordability has become one of the foremost housing issues—both for buyers entering the market, and homeowners looking for a new, but practically priced property after selling. According to new research, accumulating enough for a down payment can take over seven years—and even longer in pricey spots.

If the average buyer earning the median national income saved 10 percent of it per month, it would take 7.2 years to amass a 20 percent down payment on the average home in the U.S., according to an analysis recently released by Zillow. Buyers in California are in for the longest savings stretch: 18.4 years in Los Angeles; 18.3 years in San Francisco; and 21.8 years in San Jose—the longest of the markets in the report. Buyers have an easier path in Pittsburgh, where it takes 4.8 years, and in Cincinnati, Indianapolis and St. Louis, where it takes 5.1 years.

The disparity between earnings growth and home prices is substantial, the analysis shows. Incomes have increased 52.6 percent in the past 20 years, while appreciation has hit 98.6 percent.

“The simple fact that home values have far outpaced income growth, lengthening the time needed to save for a down payment, contributes to millennials’ struggles to enter homeownership,” says Skylar Olsen, director of Economic Research at Zillow. “Saving up

for a down payment can be tough, especially when the cost of everyday life outpaces the money you put into the bank. It requires good budgeting and long-term planning. It’s one reason why more and more first-time home buyers are looking to family and friends for financial help when coming up with their down payment.”

While 20 percent down is ideal by many measures, it’s not a requirement; in fact, borrowers can be eligible for as low as 3 percent, depending on the loan and their situation. For guidance, contact your REALTOR®.

“Even if you don’t have plans to buy a home in the next year or two, it’s not a bad idea to start setting aside savings for a future home purchase,” Olsen says. “It’s also important to remember that there are many options for mortgages requiring less than 20 percent down.”

Suzanne De Vita is RISMedia’s online news editor. Email her your real estate news ideas at sdevita@rismedia.com.

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SOUTHERN EXPOSURE, Golf Course, nearly 1/2 acre, amazing lot and huge pool overlooking Palmetto Pines course. 3 Beds plus a den, 2 Baths, lots of windows allow sunshine all day. Great place to call your next home.

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SPLISH SPLASH IN THE COOL POOL! Lovely 3 Bed, 2 Bath home in SE Cape-no assessments. Lush landscaping, private rear yard with lots of space to entertain. Updated kitchen with bright and sunny breakfast area. Great price for a nice pool home!

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LOCATION! Beautiful Orchid neighborhood. 3 Beds, 2 Baths, move in condition home! Many recent updates like a new roof, new ac, impact windows, resurfaced pool, re -screened cage and more. Large tiles throughout the living area.

GULF ACCESS POOL HOME w/Southern exposure on an oversized lot. 3 Bed, 2 Baths, open, split plan. Fenced yard, high elevation, no flood insurance required. View of a wide canal & partial view of intersecting canal. Home is bright & airy!

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NORTH FORT MYERS Luxurious Riverfront Condominium with beautiful picturesque river and marina views! This turn-key decorator furnished ground condo has two private Master Bedroom Suites. $187,900 For more details text R1088992 to 52187

CAPE CORAL Gulf access Waterfront Home Site with 120 ft of water frontage located on the beautiful 180 Ft Wide Fonseca Canal off Surfside near Beach. $186,500 For more details text R1100899 to 52187

CAPE CORAL GULF ACCESS Waterfront Condo, 2 Bedrm, 2 Bath, 1,380 Sq Ft. Turn-Key Furnished, Ground Floor, Storm Impact Windows, directly on the wide Rubicon Canal, minutes to the river! $185,000 For more details text R1088993 to 52187

FORT MYERS Completely remodeled 3 Bedrm, 2 Bath, 2 Car Gar, 1,375 Sq Ft, Open Plan Home with New Roof in beautiful Royal Woods! $162,900 For more details text R1039933 to 52187

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GATED COMMUNITY OF BELLAMAR! This is a perfect location! Features a Clubhouse, Sparkling Pool and Relaxing Spa. Split plan 3BR/2BA second floor condo, screened balcony, inside laundry next to kitchen, high ceilings. $139,900 For more photos Text R1064318 to 52187.

PERFECT FOR BEACH GOERS! 3BR/2BA plus den home is move in ready. Formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast bar, plenty of cabinets. Just down the street from the pool and club house. $313,000

GULF ACCESS DUPLEX! This is a Great Investment opportunity!

2BR/2BA, plus TWO Car Garage. Split plan, eat-in kitchen with pass through to the great room. Private screened lanais overlooking canal. $365,000

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Cape Coral, FL 33914 239-542-8611

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661 Appalachian Hwy Blue Ridge, GA 30513

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BLUE RIDGE Multi-Layered Mountain & Stunning Lake Blue Ridge views from this new construction cabin! 4BR, 3BA, cathedral ceilings, all wood interior, custom kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, upgraded lighting, gorgeous wood bark dining alcove, interior & exterior stackstone fireplace, & a full finished basement.

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$410,000

MORGANTON Country Living At It's Finest! Spacious & comfortable living area, accented with floor to ceiling stone fireplace, leads to the open kitchen & dining space. 4BR, 3.5BA, large wraparound deck is accessible from every room on the main level. Lower level offers a 4th BR, kitchenette & addt'l living space.

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$349,000

BLUE RIDGE in town cottage with beautiful cedar shake & stone accents.

Spacious kitchen overlooking the living room, there's plenty of dining space either in the separate dining room or at the kitchen bar area. Beautiful interior colors throughout. Short walk's distance to Downtown Blue Ridge.

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$349,000

MINERAL BLUFF Stunning 3BR, 3 BA completely furnished cabin! Feel like you're in a tree house! Soaring cathedral ceilings, open great room area, roomy kitchen, high-end furnishings, gorgeous stone fireplace, big bedrooms, wrap around porch and each level has it's own deck! Full finished basement.

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FORT MYERS - BOTANICA LAKES $225,900 Freshly painted 3BR/2BA home with 1,500+ sq ft under air.

Living area with high ceilings and open to the kitchen area.

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FORT MYERS - STRATFORD PLACE $145,900 First floor condo with view of golf course and lake from family room. Kitchen has granite countertops, SS appliances.

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FORT MYERS - BOTANICA LAKES $273,900 WOW! Meticulously maintained 4BR/2BA home. Beautiful lake front home. Features a family room & living room For More Photos Text R970699 to 52187

ESTERO - MEADOWS OF ESTERO $289,900 3BR/2.5BA condo with over 1,900 sq. ft. Brand new kitchen cabinets & granite countertop. 1st floor with lake view For More Photos Text R1035959 to 52187

SAINT JAMES CITY $300,000 3BR/2BA with over 1,800 sq ft under air, on 1.25 acres with lake view.

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LABELLE - RIVER VIEW $1,349,900 Intracoastal riverfront home on 1.5 acres. 3BR/3BA, 3,600+ sq. ft. Saltwater pool & spa. Covered dock w/13,000 lb lift.

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Florida Complete Realty

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200' + INTERSECTING WATERVIEW W/DIRECT RIVER ACCESS. First Floor & 3 Bdrms.

GARAGE W/ATTIC STORAGE! Dock space opens to 30' vessel. Fully Remodeled. $265,000

FULLY FURNISHED! 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath move-in condition. Active 55+ community with heated pool. $97,000

GULF ACCESS OVERSIZED with 152' of water frontage & ready to BUILD on. Survey & Elevation provided. $145,900

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Gulf Access! 2 way Fireplace, Granite Kitchen, Tile Roof, Den, Solar Heated Pool w/Spillover Spa. Can Close Fast. $410,000

2007 BUILT & AMAZING REMODEL 24" hi-gloss porcelain floors thru-out. New Kitchen, New Appliances, New Fans, Lights, etc...

Room to design your dream pool! $220,900

NEAR EDISON FORD ESTATES and Downtown Ft Myers. Hi-rise living from Ground Floor! 3 Beds, STUNNING views of River, Sunsets, Pool, Marina. Walk to Restaurants & Shops. $233,000

Debbie Phillips, REALTOR® Cell: 239-872-8781 Joanna Rowell, REALTOR® Cell: 239-462-3854 1342 Colonial Blvd H59 Fort Myers, FL 33907 Office: 239-415-5881

QUIET DEAD END ROAD! 3BR/2BA Plus DEN! New 2018 Electrolux WASHER, DRYER and 2018 Stainless Steel Whirlpool REFRIGERATOR, STOVE, MICROWAVE, DISHWASHER!! Whole home air purification system and new HVAC system installed 2017. Partially fenced in yard and lots of room to expand. $184,500 | Text R1109486 to 52187

COMPLETELY REMODELED! Move right into your new home with open concept, 2BR/2BA, front and back lanai's, SS appliances, New Quartz countertops in kitchen, new A/C, new laminate floors, new tile in kitchen and new light fixtures and fans throughout! Very spacious unit. $110,000 | Text R1066282 to 52187

55+ COMMUNITY TAMIAMI VILLAGE This property has been loved and it shows!

Property has been in the family since 1991 and very well taken care of. 2BR/2BR, open layout, front screened lanai, back patio, very peaceful. Move in ready and no grass to mow! PRICE INCLUDES A SHARE so your HOA fees are only $96.83 per month! $99,000 | Text R1110045 to 52187

LOT!!!!! Great sized lot waiting for you to build your new home on!

Enjoy the peace and quiet of this neighborhood and a water view behind you.

Just off Milwaukee Blvd and a quick trip to 82.

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239-851-4488 CapeCoralChic@gmail.com

CAROLYN GARDEWINE 3624 Del Prado Blvd, Cape Coral, FL

618-918-0949

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YOUR WATERFRONT EXPERTS!

GORGEOUS SUN RISES

on the CANAL from your corner, screened LANAI, of this DIRECT GULF ACCESS 2 Bed, 2 Bath condo. Step onto your BOAT at your DOCK and take the short ride to both Sanibel and Ft Myers Beaches. Furniture and furnishings of this very nicely appointed unit are negotiable. $218,000 | Text RBCBBNJ to 52187

FIRST FLOOR, CORNER UNIT

South Facing Waterfront Canal Views, Dedicated Dock, Direct Gulf Access.

Immaculately Maintained and Appointed 2 Bed, 2 Bath Condo is spacious and conveniently located in SE Cape Coral. Some of the living room and dining furniture is available. $240,000 | Text RBCBBNK to 52187

BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED & RENOVATED

End Unit Condo. The Split Floor plan allows for a private guest suite in addition to the large master bedroom and en-suite. The kitchen boasts solid wood, soft close cabinets & quartz counters with new appliances. A New HVAC in 2018 completes the unit. Harbour Village offers well kept grounds with water views on both sides and a large pool area suitable for entertaining. Furnishing included. $135,000 | Text R1100669 to 52187

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RIVERSIDE GATED COMMUNITY 3/2/2 turnkey home w/ new roof & all the amenities you could ever ask for. Carefree lifestyle, in just the right location!

Call 239-849-7953 | $364,000

KEY WEST STYLE POOL HOME 2-Story Key West style home in sought-after River Park neighborhood.

5 BD + den/4 BA with new metal roof and new pool deck.

Call 239-677-7141 | $779,000

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BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM AUBUCHON HOME Contemporary, furnished, 4/5/3 sailboat access home. Spectacular views!

Located in the prestigious Town & River community. 928 Cypress Lake Circle. $1,990,000

S. FT MYERS DIRECT GULF ACCESS POOL HOME 4/3, Dock, upgraded kitchen and baths, tile, granite, over 1/2 Acre landscaped for old FL feeling! Minutes to Beach & Sanibel! $545,000

PENDING

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GATED BUTTONWOOD HARBOUR-SAILBOAT ACCESS River views, lakefront location, dock, tennis court, fishing pier and boat ramp. 5 BD/4.5 BA, guest house, media room, pool, spa & more.

Call 239-823-6906 | $1,199,000

LOVELY WINTER GETAWAY Spacious 1250 SF 2/2 condo w/ en-suite bathrooms. Beautiful comm., clubhouse/heated pool, & great location.

Call 708-415-1340 | $74,900

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SOUTHERN CHARM AND OLD FLORIDA STYLE 4+den/3/2 masterpiece, located on Historic Palm lined streets.

Updated kitchen, remodeled upstairs and great outdoor living area. $449,900

2+ACRE COUNTRY SETTING IN HEART OF IONA! S. Ft. Myers, AG-2, large 3/2.5/den/2-car garage + shop, loft, island kitchen, fireplace, 1st floor master suite! $499,900

CONTEMPORARY CUSTOM WATERFRONT HOME Waterfront Town & River home minutes to the Caloosahatchee River.

PENDING 4 BD/4.5 BA. Professionally decorated & furnished.

Call 239-565-0831 | $1,949,000

MOODY RIVER ESTATES Immaculate floor lakefront Coach home.

Over 2000 SF well-maintained For1stmore photos Text R757849 toof52187 living area. 2 comm. Pools, clubhouse, fitness center & comm. boat ramp.

Call 239-851-3349 | 249,000

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DANIELS CORRIDOR - EVERYTHING AT YOUR FINGERTIPS! Furnished 3/2.5 townhome, upgraded kitchen & baths, 1st floor master, loft! Close to Twins, Red Sox, COMMUNITY & More! Tons of amenities!

HORSE CREEK GATED 3/3/2 home w/ open floor plan &$172,900 dual master suites. Built in 2016 w/ much

TURN-KEY HOME MINUTES TO BEACH AND SANIBEL! Spacious 2 bed/1.5/Carport, FL room, many updates, open, bright and cheery, Popular 55+LOCATION community, activities, PERFECT WITH LAKEheated VIEWSpool & more!

2/2 with new laminate floors, fresh paint, hurricane garage door, $135,000

attention to detail. Professional landscaping, heated pool & lakefront views!

Call 239-989-3198 | $495,500

new plumbing. Low HOA fee, comm. pool, & pickle ball courts.

Call 239-850-1359 | $189,900

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