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FORT MYERS BEACH Investor Alert! Turnkey 7 Unit (FOUR 2BR/1BA & THREE 1BR/1BA) Brand New Inground Pool. Located in the Desirable Northern end of Estero Island. Great Location, short walk to beach & shops. $1,500,000 | Text R80995 to 52187
A RARE FIND IN BONITA SPRINGS! A true 4BR home! ALL TILE FLOORS, renovated kitchen with wood cabinets, crown molding, granite counters, SS appliances. NEW ROOF, large screened pool. $329,900 | Text R208606 to 52187
BONITA SPRINGS LOCATION 2BR+Den/2BA, eat in kitchen. Den could be used as formal dining or 3rd bedroom. Great starter home or would be an EXCELLENT rental property. $218,000 | Text R208816 to 52187
PERFECT HOME FOR LARGE FAMILY 5BR+Den/4BA, 2nd floor living room, separate formal living & family room downstairs, formal dining, HUGE 1st floor Master Suite. Large MB Bath with soaking tub & walk in shower. $349,900 | Text R242626 to 52187
FORT MYERS Beautifully landscaped 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 2 car Garage well maintained home on corner lot. Fenced backyard. Hurry, this property won’t last! $239,900 | Text R287488 to 52187
SHORT DISTANCE TO THE BEACH!! This clean 3BR+Den/2BA home features an under truss screened lanai, covered patio in the front, open kitchen with eat in dining area. Most all tile floors and some wood laminate. 1 car garage. $349,900 | Text R228399 to 52187
NEARLY 10 ACRES OF LAND!! Very private setting. Separate Formal LR and Great Room w/Fireplace, 3BR/3.5BA, Pool, OVER SIZED 2 Car Garage nearly 800 sq.ft. with high ceilings! 8-Stall Horse Barn, Tack Room, has water and electric. $529,900 | Text R249415 to 52187
FORT MYERS Make an offer Today on this 4 bedroom, 2 Bedroom Home that is Tiled throughout, Open floor plan, Large Screened Lanai and Laundry room. Roof 2006. City Water. $198,000 | Text R229196 to 52187
FORT MYERS 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, spacious 2 car garage, 3 lot site, city water, granite counters, new carpet, freshly painted interior. Completely fenced, no HOA, perfect for rental potential. $194,777 | Text R286393 to 52187
MOVE IN READY! Completely renovated 3BR/2BA pool home. Updated plumbing, electrical, Duct work, new insulation exterior and interior walls too. EMPTY LOT BEHIND PROPERTY IS ALSO INCLUDED IN LISTING PRICE. $132,900 | Text R270621 to 52187
BEAUTIFUL 3BR/2BA POOL HOME WITH FENCED YARD!! REAL HARDWOOD and tile floors. No Carpet!!!! Granite counters, SS appliances, master bath with soaking tub, oversized driveway, CITY WATER!! In ground pool was just resurfaced!! $279,900 | Text R236998 to 52187
CHECK OUT THIS 3BR/2BA HOME! Newer paint, new interior doors, new front entry door, new fixtures, new fans, NO CARPET, SS appliances, screened lanai with tiled floor, private back yard, roof replaced in 2013, AC replaced in 2013, & MORE. $219,900 | Text R253651 to 52187
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Kevin Cloutier
Angie Cloutier
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BREATHTAKING Sunset Views from the riverfront 2/2 + den resort condo FURNISHED REDUCED to $259,900
SPACIOUS 3/2/2 home with large covered lanai, fenced in yard. ONLY $199,900
GULF ACCESS Waterfront 1st FL 2/2 condo awaiting your finishing touches. Tenant willing to stay. REDUCED to $144,900
MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS Direct riverfront condo in gated resort like community. FURNISHED. REDUCED to $167,900
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RARE 2 STORY HOME 5 BR, 3 BA, UPDATED, REMODELED, Horse stalls, Garage. COME SEE $359,900
INVESTMENT MODEL 10 CAP LEASE BACK NNN $450,000
RIVERVIEWS Gated, Convenient, Remodeled Floor to Ceiling A MUST SEE! ONLY $149,900
IMPRESSIVE 3/2/2 Pool Home – New Kitchen, Bath, Flooring, Appliances, Paint, Pool Liner & More $267,900
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GATED RIVERFRONT 2/2 New A/C, kitchen appliances, tile in wet areas, fresh paint. Formal dining, true 2nd bedroom with partial river views. $119,900
RARE Canal Lot at entrance to Rosen park. Seawall in NO BRIDGES. Build Packages! ONLY $169,900
DIRECT RIVERFRONT 5 bedroom 3 bath pool home on large 180’ seawall with 2 boat lifts. Updated. REDUCED TO ONLY $649,900
GORGEOUS LAKE VIEWS 2/2 Remodeled and ready to go. REDUCED TO ONLY $124,900
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HORSE BOARDING & TRAINING Unique opportunity to acquire this 5+/- acre multi building/pen. $650,000
SINGLE FAMILY LOT Off Greenbriar Blvd in Lehigh Acres We can build for you too! $6,999
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VARIOUS 4 contiguous river access waterfront lots in Yacht Club Colony North Fort Myers $29,900 each
5 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS combined into 1.25+/- acre lot Yacht Club Colony - North Fort Myers REDUCED TO $44,900
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Our units offer 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms are available furnished, unfurnished and turnkey. This includes gated and non-gated communities. OFF SEASON Start at $1,250 per month Call Angie for availability at 239-246-6437
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134 Milano Drive, Islamorada Luxury 5/5 Home with Custom Pool, Elevator & 100’ Dock Immediate Boating Access to the Atlantic Ocean & Florida Bay
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The Newman Team
Florida Keys Luxury Waterfront Specialists & Top Selling Team
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CALUSA PALMS #102 | $177,500
Ground floor 2BR/2BA, attached 1 car garage. Open & spacious great room concept. Large master bath. Gated community with pool & tennis. Close to beach & much more!
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CALUSA PALMS #204 | $219,000
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Furnished, 2nd floor end unit with 2BR/2BA, 1 car garage. Separate living, dining & office. Granite, crown molding, extra storage & more! Gated, pool, tennis & near beach.
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Turnkey furnished, 2nd floor, end unit. 2BR/2BA/1 Car Garage. Separate living, dining, loft. Water views, nicely appointed. Pool, Tennis, gated, near beach!
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Paradise...
The good life is closer than you think!
Logshore Lakes | 3BR+den/3.5BA pool home $727,000 | Text R205455 to 52187
Fiddler’s Creek | 2,000 sq.ft. coach home $224,000 | Text R98568 to 52187
Gateway | 5BR/3.5BA custom pool home $649,000 | Text R281980 to 52187
Sherwood | 4BR/4.5BA, large 2 story home $245,000 | Text R279392 to 52187
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Best of Naples—beach and boating. Located in the popular Vanderbilt Beach area, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a 2-car attached garage has been updated inside and out including wood floors in the huge master bedroom with his and hers closets, open floor plan, expansive sundeck overlooking Naples skyline, and dock with vertical boat lift. $1,875,000 MLS#217023797
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Ready to move in 3 BR/2 BA home w/attached 2 car garage located in the desirable 500 block of Naples Park. Well maintained & updated inside and out, home features tile floors, new carpet, new paint, landscaping, sprinklers, custom closets, lots of storage! Custom Kitchen with wood cabinets, granite counter tops & breakfast bar. Remodeled master bath with must see features. Large screened lanai, oversized patio & a large fenced back yard. New AC/201 4, New roof/2006. Minutes from Beach & Mercato. $524,500 NEW PRICE - $489,000! MLS #216060822
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Welcome to Manors of Regal Lake at Imperial Golf Estates, a 24-Hour guard gated North Naples community with optional equity golf and social club memberships. This 2 bedrooms+den/2 bath condo includes a detached 1 car garage with oversized driveway. The large kitchen with pantry offers plenty of cabinets and counterspace. The great room’s wall to wall glass sliders open onto a screened lanai overlooking the lakes water feature. The master bedroom suite with walk in closet opens onto the lanai, the bathroom has dual sinks, separate tub & shower and more closets. $274,600 $269,000 MLS#217011110
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MOTIVATED SELLERS - PRICED BELOW APPRAISED VALUE! Escape to your own private resort in Naples, Florida at Pointe Verde, a secured and gated enclave of just 12-estate residences, located in Pelican Bay. This stunning estate offers an enchanting combination of “Old World� elegance, the finest craftsmanship and the prestige of this truly exceptional community. This residence is an exquisite architectural masterpiece reminiscent of fine European luxury, built with traditional heirloom quality construction with the highest calber of architecture, engineering, interior design and landscaping. The gourmet kitchen has every imaginable epicurean must have and is a sleek 21st century masterpiece. The theater in the north wing is reminiscent of a classic 19th century cinema. The home is spacious and romantic with exceptional attention to detail. This residence is perfect for the most sophisticated buyer when only the very best will do!
$5,400,000 NEW PRICE - $5,195,000! REDUCED BELOW APPRAISED VALUE MLS# 216058558 For more information on this and other luxury properties contact:
Kristen Weardon - Realtor 239-370-7908 | Kristen@Kristenweardon.com
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Your Expert Kensington Real Estate Team and Neighbor
KENSINGTON GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Over 4,000 Sq.ft., 3 lanais, gourmet kitchen, 1st floor master, private pool & spa, golf course views, private cabana suite. $899,000 | Text P111489 to 52187
KENSINGTON GOLF & CC Large single family pool home with lots of storage space, 2 master suites, 3 additional bedrooms, 4.5 Baths, 3,493 sq.ft., pool, spa & updated kitchen. $999,000 | Text P111491 to 52187
KENSINGTON GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Bright & open single family home. 2BR/2BA + den, 1,891 sq.ft. Golf course view. $550,000 | Text R281561 to 52187
VALENCIA LAKES Amazing lake views from your private pool & spa. Remodeled kitchen & bath. 4BR/3BA+den. Seller is providing a 1-year home warranty. $380,000 | Text P969477 to 52187
RIVERSTONE Like new, 3BR/3BA+den. extended lanai with beautiful southern lake view & electric hurricane shade, 1-year warranty. Amenity rich community. PENDING | Text P969479 to 52187
STONECREEK 4BR/3.5BA+den 2,863 sq.ft. New construction ready for immediate occupancy. Gas appliances. Fantastic new North Naples Community by GL Homes. $594,900 | Text P608565 to 52187
www.viewnaplesproperty.com WOODMERE LAKE CLUB 2 Bed, 2 bath first floor condo with 1,097 sq. ft. Low HOA fees and priced to sell. $155,000 | Text R290876 to 52187
RIVERSTONE Pristine single family home with a pool. 3BR/2BA 1,991 sq.ft., beautifully decorated with upgrades. $510,000 | Text R281563 to 52187
“Your Trusted Real Estate Partners in Paradise”
4851 Tamiami Trail North #258 Naples, FL 34103
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a piece of paradise with peace of mind
Call us to buy or sell
NEW LISTING | $569,000
NEW HOME IN TWIN EAGLES 2014 Construction, 3BR/3BA PLUS DEN, lake-front home. Extended lanai with large pool cage & outdoor kitchen. Text R283172 to 52187 PRICE REDUCTION | $669,000
AUDUBON COUNTRY CLUB POOL HOME Spacious home, soaring 14’ ceilings, open floor plan & fabulous wrap-around outdoor living area. Professionally renovated, move-in ready & furnished with latest coastal cottage decor. Text P461099 to 52187
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AUDUBON ESTATE HOME
NEW LISTING | $729,000
GREAT AUDUBON GOLF VIEWS
Beautiful pool home on fairway has 3BR/3.5BA plus 4 car garage! Immaculate elegance with storm shutters and full-house generator. Text P461095 to 52187
Recently renovated Audubon home with pool with
DIRECT GULF ACCESS | $4,745,000
NEW LISTING | $809,000
THE ONLY 100 ft x 200 ft DIRECT BEACH FRONT developable parcel of land for sale north of Port Royal and south of Ft Myers Beach! Closest direct beachfront home site south of Ft Myers Beach and from Ft Myers Airport. Text P461096 to 52187
great golf course views. Featuring high ceilings, spacious floor plan, and granite counters. Text P461098 to 52187
NAPLES GULF ACCESS LOT Gulf access lot in North Naples and don’t forget to bring the boat. Vanderbilt Beach is easily accessible by water, bike, or quick walk. Located in Conners just minutes from Mercato Text R283224 to 52187
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DESIGNER-APPROVED WAYS TO ACCOMPLISH A MODERN BACKYARD BY KERRIE KELLY, ASID
Now that the stormy weather has begun to pass, we can look forward to styling our backyards with sunny fabrics, warm textures and our favorite accessories. To accomplish a modern backyard look this spring, try adding a new fence or updating your existing fencing, freshening up your outdoor furniture or adding to your landscape. Keep reading for our go-to ways to create a contemporarily styled outdoor space just in time for the sun.
1. CREATE EFFICIENCY Modern settings, both indoor and out, offer efficiency as well as high-impact and low-maintenance design. While a backyard space won’t serve as many purposes as the interior, it should still be functional. Modern backyards enhance the homeowner’s life, acting as a separate livable space focusing on entertaining, dining and relaxing. A contemporary backyard retreat uses metal, wood and other durable materials to mix style with function, so try a sleek privacy fence in a dark wood to keep your backyard feeling cozy without detracting from the modern feel. Add to your design with hardworking fabrics like Sunbrella that offer color and texture paired with low-maintenance design.
2. USE ELEMENTS FOUND backyards pull from their surroundings to create a look that is streamlined, stylish and IN NATURE Contemporary soothing. Most modern color palettes consist of white, black and gray, but an outdoor space requires more
dimension via pops of bold color like green and blue, and added texture with wood, stone and metal. Mix and match colors and textures in similar shades for a dynamic effect, or use a single color in varying tones for an edgier look. Structures like pergolas, fencing and fire pits allow homeowners to use elements found in nature in a more streamlined way—like a cedar fence paired with crushed granite gravel and concrete.
3. COOK AND DINE AL FRESCO Modern backyards make use of every square inch of space, including the areas meant for cooking, dining and entertaining. Outdoor kitchens have grown in popularity over the past few years, and they’ll continue to become more common as families choose to dine al fresco when the weather permits. For a contemporary outdoor dining scene, create a central location where you plan on cooking and dining. Whether under a pergola, beneath a series of stylish umbrellas or on the patio, a covered outdoor kitchen will always be a focal point of your backyard. Define the space and add a modern touch with an intricate metal fence in a unique design. Next, add in kitchen elements like grills, refrigerators, drink stations, fire pits and other amenities to make your guests feel comfortable. Lastly, set the dining table with accessories like durable fabrics and linens, outdoor lighting, dishes and serving accessories. Top off your modern backyard with playful accents, twinkling lights and outdoor speakers, and you’ll be celebrating the great outdoors in no time!
Kerrie Kelly heads up her California interior design firm Kerrie Kelly Design Lab. Kerrie is a design an expert and writes online for The Home Depot on an array of decor topics inside and outside the home. For more information about fencing installation services and fencing materials, you can visit the Home Depot website.
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HOW TO GLAM UP YOUR MASTER BEDROOM WITH ROSE GOLD
By Cat Queen
Search the web from design blogs to interior decorating sites, and you'll soon discover that metallics are back in a big way. While metals like gold, silver, brass, and copper have each had their moments in the sun over the decades, today's most haute designers are all about rose gold. No longer relegated to jewelry, it’s popping up in weddings, fashion, and (finally!) in the most stylish homes. Rose gold brings an understated elegance that is unmatched by any other metallic trending today. Where gold can easily come off as too gaudy and silver as too cold, rose gold is able to balance the sought-after shimmer and shine of precious metal with an undeniably delicate touch. Ideal for the master bedroom, rose gold offers a glint of romance in a sophisticated, un-frilly way. Read on to discover how you can add a bit of glam to your bedroom with today's most sought-after trend.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF PALETTE. Soft and sweet - Modern monotone rooms are easily updated and softened by the shine of this sweet metallic. Starting with a base of white, beige, ivory, or light gray, add small rose gold details in unexpected places. A very hot look right now is using pops of rose gold against soft pinks, pale blues, and muted grays. Airy, neutral hues play off the inherent sweetness of this pale, precious metal. Strong and striking - If you're more interested in a bold, eyecatching statement, start with a deep, dark color like navy blue, burgundy, or plum. Rose gold really shines when used as the lighter gradient in a rich color palette, but it can easily become a bit garish if used excessively. Stick to one darker color and use another soft hue, like a cooler shade of your main color, to ease the transition; this will help retain the understated elegance of rose gold against a more dramatic background.
IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS. Past trends in decorating with metals have seen over-bright, highly polished metallics stealing the show. But too much of even the most attractive thing can overwhelm the senses. The goal today is to incorporate hints of shimmer with a few larger focal pieces in varying materials. This will maintain the subtlety of your accents and the overall consistency of your design. A few small items – a clock, a framed mirror, or even a hammered rose gold trash basket – can easily tie an entire look together. Flashes of warm pink in drawer pulls, curtain rods, lamp bases, or other fixtures can add subtle charm without overdoing it. Too much shimmer and shine may not be your thing—that's okay! Pay homage to this gorgeous pale pink metal with rose gold inspired fabrics. A dusty rose accent chair or tufted ottoman can bring just as much glamour to your room as a gleaming headboard. Playing with texture is an easy way to give your design more depth. Satin or sequined pillows bring shine and excitement to a plain cotton bedspread, while chunky knits and linens soothe the senses.
MAKE A STATEMENT. Of course, while small details are essential, nothing brings a room together like a larger accent piece. Go all in on a dramatic chandelier, an antique headboard, or a vintage bar cart to make a shimmering statement! Since rose gold has such a sweet feel to it, it mixes well with other metals to create an interesting, unusual aesthetic. You can also take advantage of all the glimmer of your accents by using mirrored furniture. Reflective surfaces are a rare blend of modern and vintage looks that work well in any room, and have the added benefit of making your space appear more bright and open.
DIY NOW! If you are happy with your existing furniture, focus on creating interest in the details. A duvet cover, some new shams, and a few simple accents can go a long way to transform your space. Budget-conscious decorators will be thrilled to know that rose gold is available in a metallic spray paint. Your entire master bedroom can easily be updated in one weekend just by spray painting items you already have. Light fixtures, mirror frames, chair legs, and potted plants are all excellent candidates for a rose gold makeover! Check your local craft stores for fabrics in rose gold or with rose gold details. Throw pillows or simple curtains are great DIY projects for even novice sewers. Rose gold is truly the ideal choice for a modern master bedroom. It has all the sophisticated personality of other metallics with none of the baggage: it's romantic and soft without being frilly, and shiny and eye-catching without being gauche. Now is the time to glam up your master bedroom with gorgeous rose gold!
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THINGS INTERIOR DESIGNERS WANT YOU TO KNOW BY DANIELLE HARLING
The job of an interior designer is one that's filled with misconceptions for those unfamiliar with the gig. And with those misconceptions, the expectations of would-be clients can become hazy. To help ease any confusion and false expectations once design time comes around, here are a handful of things interior designers want you to know.
HIRING AN INTERIOR DESIGNER ON A BUDGET IS POSSIBLE
INTERIOR DESIGNER VS. INTERIOR DECORATOR
COMMUNICATION IS STILL KEY
THEIR SOURCES ARE SOMETIMES SECRET
If the thought of hiring an interior designer to spruce up your home has you seeing dollar signs, and not in a good way, don't fret. Working with an interior designer, even if you're working with a strict budget, is still a possibility. A great way to work with an interior designer while on a budget is to hire them virtually. For design firms that offer online services, a set price can be provided and from there you'll be able to create a room profile and peruse designs from one or even multiple designers.
If you plan on sitting back and kicking your feet up while your interior designer puts in work revamping your home, think again. Your input is still vital when it concerns the design process and being proactive will likely render the best results. Don't hesitate in voicing your thoughts during the design process, as miscommunication can easily put a damper on the end result.
INTERIOR DESIGNERS ARE TECHIES TOO
Technology has taken over just about every aspect of our lives, so it's no surprise that a great deal of interior designers are hip to the latest gadgets. In today's modern age, designers are able to use everything from 3D design software to lighting that uses 3D computer technology to choose options that work best for your abode.
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Far too many times, the labels of interior designer and interior decorator become falsely interchangeable. An interior decorator is purely focused on aesthetics (think colors, textures, etc.), while an interior designer delves a little deeper, focusing on the functionality of a space. In addition to selecting decorative items, an interior designer is at times in charge of less glamorous tasks, including selecting plumbing fixtures and sketching design plans.
Similar to a great investigative journalist, interior designers aren't always free to share their sources. There are a variety of reasons why they might hold back such information. For instance, an item they've sourced might be custom-made or only available to interior designers. Additionally, costs are another aspect interior designers might choose not to disclose.
Sources: US News, Apartment Therapy, Bureau Of Labor Statistics, Houzz, Professional Dude, Modern Ghana
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ALLEGRO AT PARK SHORE | $1,395,000
Penthouse Unit. Wide Sweeping Views of Venetian Bay. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Private Terrace, 2500 Sq.ft. Private Beach, Walk to Shops & Dining.
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PELICAN BAY | $925,000
15th Floor Penthouse. 2 Bedroom Plus Den, 2.5 Bathroom, Hardwood & Tile Floors, Wraparound Balcony, Southwestern Sunset Views.
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Marlene Suarez Guevara, REALTOR®, ABR,CRS
ALLEGRO AT PARK SHORE | $1,100,000
Gulf Views From Every Room. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Over 2500 Sq.ft. Floor to Ceiling Windows. Private Beach, Walk to Shops & Dining.
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VINEYARDS | $905,000
Hammock Isles/Aspen Palms4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, 2 Car garage. 700’ Outdoor Entertainment Area, Heated Pool and Spa. Private 130’ Waterfront
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featured PROPERTIES 133 SAXON ST $459,000 Lovely, quality, residential home built in 1998. 3BR/2BA+office. Beautifully maintained and located in a prime area of Marco within walking distance to schools, Mackle Park, library and YMCA. Minutes to fabulous Marco beaches. Large screened lanai and lush landscaping with mature Royal Palms. Text R281998 to 52187
1275 APRICOT AVE $369,000 Wonderful opportunity to own your own home or investment property on beautiful Marco Island. Open floor plan and great potential. 3BR/2BA, extra large walk-in closet in master bedroom, large screened lanai and 2-car garage. Convenient location is walking distance to Marco schools and a short drive to Marco Island’s pristine beaches. Priced to sell. Text R281995 to 52187
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OPEN DAILY: 5769 Riverside Drive, Cape Coral in the Yacht Club Area
A CONTEMPORARY MASTERPIECE This modern home features clean lines and sleek features, such as glass railings, glass wine room, and one-of-a-kind ceiling treatments. A large single island in the chef’s kitchen sets the stage for entertaining. The 2nd story features a linear fireplace & a loft overlooking the great room.
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aubuchonhomes.com CRC 057321
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For more photos Text R200169 to 52187
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Prime Waterfront Location 4BR/4BA, 3-Story Sailboat access pool home. Great outdoor living. 2 boat lifts. Mins to river. $2,250,000
Model Perfect Luxurious 4BR/4BA + den pool home. Situated on 1 acre. $574,900
A Hidden Gem Beautiful 5BR/4BA/2CG lakefront/Gulf access pool home. River views. Guest house included. $1,390,000
For more photos Text R199967 to 52187
For more photos Text R200252 to 52187
For more photos Text R275136 to 52187
Cape Harbour Condo 2/2 condo, located in Cape Harbour. Offered turnkey. Fabulous amenities. $312,000
Spectacular Location 4BR/3BA Gulf access pool home. Situated over half acre. Southern exposure. $890,000
Walk to Beaches Recently renovated Gulf access pool home. Huge covered dock. $1,900,000
For more photos Text R200215 to 52187
For more photos Text R200181 to 52187
For more photos Text R226273 to 52187
Spacious Home Beautiful lakefront 4BR/3BA/3CG spacious home. Motivated seller! Conveniently located. $264,900
Gorgeous Custom Home 4BR/2BA/3CG Direct Gulf access w/pool. 2 Master Suites. Wrap-around dock. 10K boat lift. $789,900
Mediterranean Dream Home Upgraded 5BR/4BA w/Sailboat access. Western exposure. Highly sought after Rose Garden area. $1,750,000
For more photos Text R226278 to 52187
For more photos Text R202653 to 52187
For more photos Text R249384 to 52187
This Home Has It All Mesmerizing 3BR/2BA Sailboat access w/pool. Southern exposure. Located near Cape Harbour. $679,000
Gulf Access Condo 3BR/2BA condo w/great views. Boat dock & lift included. Move in ready! $295,000
Totally Updated 2BR/2BA/2CG home, shows like a model. Overlooks Cypress Lake CC Golf Course. $347,997
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CITY
AREA
BED/BATH
SQ. FT.
DOM
12602 ASTOR PL
FORT MYERS
HAMPTION PARK
4 Bed/2(1)
2508
29
PRICE $315,000
11510 VILLA GRAND #405
FORT MYERS
ROYAL GREENS
3 Bed/2(0)
1336
65
$112,500
11960 CHAMPIONS GREEN WAY #202
FORT MYERS
CHAMPION'S GREEN
2 Bed/2(0)
1227
21
$165,500
12020 CHAMPIONS GREEN WAY #124
FORT MYERS
CHAMPION'S GREEN
3 Bed/2(0)
1600
26
$185,900
11286 LAKELAND CIR
FORT MYERS
SILVERLAKES
3 Bed/2(0)
1700
39
$230,000
12316 COUNTRY DAY CIR
FORT MYERS
DANIELS PRESERVE
4 Bed/2(0)
1866
104
$272,000
12272 COUNTRY DAY CIR
FORT MYERS
DANIELS PRESERVE
4 Bed/3(0)
2313
3
$329,000
12735 KENWOOD AVE
FORT MYERS
HAMPTION PARK
3 Bed/2(0)
2351
85
$340,000
10263 ASHBROOK CT
FORT MYERS
HAMPTION PARK
4 Bed/2(1)
2251
68
$340,000
12916 VILLAGE GATE CT
FORT MYERS
DANIELS PRESERVE
4 Bed/3(0)
2195
41
$365,000
10064 AVALON LAKE CIRCLE
FORT MYERS
HAMPTON PARK
4 bed/4.5
2725
$400,900
10852 ESSEX SQUARE
FORT MYERS
HAMPTON PARK
3 bed/2
1800
$235,000
12602 ASTOR PLACE
FORT MYERS
HAMPTON PARK
4 bed/2.5
2400
$315,000
12876 PASTURES WAY
FORT MYERS
DANIELS PRESERVE
5 Bed/3
3300
$380,000
10089 AVALON LAKE CIRCLE
FORT MYERS
HAMPTON PARK
4 bed/4.5
2725
$369,360
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Lisa Gottesman
at
239.898.1463
FORT MYERS | $369,000 | 12651 KENTWOOD AVE Magnificent executive home, in the prestigious Hampton Park community. Open 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath floor-plan. Brand new covered swimming pool and spa for outdoor entertaining. Custom Kitchen featuring high-end appliances, and a casual dining area off to the side! Text R239145 to 52187
FORT MYERS | $404,999 | 10243 ASHBROOK CT WCI Designer Model Home, Spacious 5 bedroom, 3 bath with a 3 car garage. Gorgeous Lakefront home with pool and spa with all the bells and whistles! Text R110936 to 52187
FORT MYERS | $459,900 | 10207 AVALON LAKE CIR Enjoy lakefront westerly views while you relax poolside. This Hampton Park Executive home is MINT and shows like a designer model and offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and a 3 car garage and is situated on nearly a half an acre waterfront lot!! Text R110937 to 52187
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Finding Your Perfect Place In The Sun! Building a Family Tradition of Quality Since 1973 1206 Pondella Circle, North Fort Myers, FL
WWW.SunCountryHomesAndRealty.com
LAKEFRONT PROPERTY 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 2 Car Garage with tile thru out. Kitchen has 42’’ cabinets, granite countertops, island and stainless appliances. $309,899 | Text R257152 to 52187 | Robert Solomon 239-470-2759
PINE ISLAND DEEP WATER CANAL FRONT 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,800 sq.ft. island home. Western exposure home with two covered boat slips each with a boat lift. Lovely lanai off great room. Kitchen has open concept with center island. $499,999 | Text R257165 to 52187 | Robert Solomon 239-470-2759
COURTYARD POOL HOME ON ACREAGE sits on 1.75 acres in a quiet North Fort Myers neighborhood. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3,300+ Sq.Ft. Split plan design. Courtyard pool deck is its’ own private oasis, complete with waterfall $649,900 | Text R206673 to 52187 | Jessica Briggs 239-738-6272
CAPE CORAL NEW CONSTRUCTION 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,600+ Sq.Ft. Open, split floor plan. Luxury Vinyl Tile Plank Flooring in living areas, carpet in bedrooms. Granite Counters and decorative tile in showers. NE Cape Coral. $219,900 | Text R179911 to 52187 | Jessica Briggs 239-738-6272
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1206 Pondella Circle, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
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Florida CBC053069
Dimensions shown herein are approximate. Developer maintains a continuous design program and developer therefore reserves the right to modify these plans. Artists rendering and floorplan shown are only intended to be a representative sampling of product availability.
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LIVING
STUNNING WATERFRONT
Phillip Babcock Lahaina Reality - Fort Myers Beach
239.994.4572
www.FortMyersBeachWaterFront.com
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WHO’S OF FORT MYERS BEACH WHO TOP REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS Phillip Babcock
REALTOR®
239-463-SOLD (7653)
phillip@mybabcock,com www.FortMyersBeachWaterFront.com
Since receiving his Real Estate license in 2009, Phil has concentrated on selling property only on Fort Myers beach where he has lived for the past 30 years. Before that he spent 15 years with Wells Fargo in the Physical Security Division as National Account Manager where he developed his people skills. In Real Estate he is most proud of his last 6 years winning of Pinnacle Level Quality Service Award for his attention to client detail as defined by his clients. Also numerous awards for sales and listing production. While born in Chicago, his wife, Paula, and 27 year old daughter, Jane, are known to say “Phil might have been born in Chicago But he learned to talk in Tennessee” Phil has Mid-Western values combined with Southern charm.
PA, GRI, CRS
239.463.2999
chrisloffreno@hotmail.com FortMyersBeachRealEstate.com
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REALTOR® ABR
❖ Fort Myers Beach property owner since 2000
239.246.0679
mkoch4351@yahoo.com www.MikeKochFloridaRealEstate.com
❖ Full-time Fort Myers Beach resident since 2003 * Based on the number of closed residential, residential income, boat dock and lot/land transactions; SWFL MLS Group; 2009 - 2016; FB01-FB07;
Christian P. Loffreno Christian P. Loffreno, PA, GRI, CRS, is one of the most experienced Realtors on the Island. For over the last two decades, he has maintained hundreds of satisfied clients both buyers and sellers of Island properties. Awarded the prestigious Realtor Associate of The Year Award, Honor Society, and much more over his long career in real estate, Chris’ expertise of the real estate market is surpassed only by his knowledge of the Island. As a true Island boy, Chris grew up on Fort Myers Beach even attending the only elementary school on the Island from kindergarten through fifth grade. He’s seen the Island change over his life and knows the ins and outs, as well as its history and culture. If you’re looking to buy or sell on Fort Myers Beach, it’s Chris you’ll want to call.
Fort Myers Beach
Pam Schwartz Pam has been a resident of Fort Myers Beach for over 16 years, and has been helping both buyers and sellers since 2005. With over 10 years of experience selling real estate, Pam really enjoys helping people purchase their winter home, buy an investment property or relocate to our
REALTOR® GRI, EPRO
239.219.1875
pam@beachhomeonline.com sunstreamrealty.com
paradise. Pam has a special offer for sellers! As a top producer at Sunstream Realty, you can’t go wrong by calling Pam Schwartz today for your real estate needs!
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Mike Koch REALTOR®, ABR
239.246.0679
#1 Agent on Fort Myers Beach
*
mkoch4351@yahoo.com * Based on the number of closed residential, residential income, boat dock and lot/land transactions; SWFL MLS Group; FB01-FB07; 1-1-09-4-4-17
GULF SIDE WEEKLY RENTAL Fort Myers Beach - $1,290,000 6145 Court Street | 5BR/5BA Nearly 3800 sq.ft. pool home! Lots of updates! Open concept. Elevator. Fireplace. 2-car garage w/workshop area. 3 upper level balconies. Spacious yard. Huge rental potential! Text R172548 to 52187
AMAZING 10TH FLOOR GULF VIEWS Fort Myers Beach - $599,000 4753 Estero Blvd., #1004 | 2BR/2BA Over 1500 sq.ft. unit with Gulf & Estero Bay views from nearly every room! BIG lanai facing Gulf. Gated community with outstanding amenities. Covered parking. Docks available. Across from the beach! Text R184443 to 52187
BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED GULF FRONT Fort Myers Beach - $459,000 7930 Estero Blvd., #307 | 2BR/2BA Stunning Gulf views. Turnkey furnished. Gorgeous fully updated kitchen. New appliances. Updated baths and flooring. Beautiful lush property with lots of amenities. Text R219433 to 52187
GATED COMMUNITY - ESTERO BAY VIEWS Fort Myers Beach - $459,000 4198 Bay Beach Lane, #125 | 3BR/3BA Bright, airy, open condo. Updated kitchen. New appliances. Automatic Hunter-Douglas blinds. Plantation shutters. Pool, tennis, fishing pier, beach access. Docks available. Text R242605 to 52187
MODERN HIGH RISE - LUXURY AMENITIES Fort Myers Beach - $449,000 4198 Bay Beach Lane, #146 | 3BR/3BA Gated community. Nearly 1900 sq.ft. Beautifully turnkey furnished. Eat-in kitchen. Updated baths. Electric shutters. Newer LG washer & dryer. 2 storage areas. Docks available. Text R72213 to 52187
GATED COMMUNITY – GREAT PRICE Fort Myers Beach - $384,900 4191 Bay Beach Lane, #213 | 3BR/2BA 3BR floor plan built w/den option. Move in ready with fresh paint and new BR & den carpeting. SW exposure. 2 storage units. Under-building parking. Docks available. Text R109632 to 52187
GREAT LOCATION - PRIVATE BEACH – WATER VIEWS Fort Myers Beach - $399,900 8751 Estero Blvd., #104 | 2BR/2BA Over 1400 sq.ft. Island Beach Club condo. Granite kitchen countertops. SS appliances & W/D just over year old. 2 lanais. Lots of amenities. Across from Lovers Key State Park. Text R188394 to 52187
AMAZING ESTERO BAY VIEWS Fort Myers Beach - $264,900 400 Lenell Road, #207 | 1BR/2BA Turnkey furnished Windward Point condo with sleek, contemporary décor and updated kitchen, baths & floors. Shows like model! Extra storage & great amenities. Great rental history. Text R206689 to 52187
UPDATES, POOL & GREAT LOCATION Fort Myers - $324,900 14340 HAMPTON LAKE COURT | 3BR/2BA Great room w/cathedral ceilings. Kitchen w/granite and new appliances. Freshly painted. Master bath updates. French doors. UPDATES, POOL & GREAT LOCATION. 2-car garage. Established south FM neighborhood. Text R175316 to 52187
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amazing RESIDENCES
GREAT BAY VIEWS This South End Fort Myers Beach Bay home has it all, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, with den/office. Best Bay
location on the Island, tall ceilings, special private sand beach, 2 boat docks. This home has been completely remodeled in the past 5 years, new roof, new impact windows, doors, 2 A/C units, sea wall, whole house generator, pool, pool cage, both docks and lifts, and outdoor kitchen. Great indoor Stainless kitchen with wine and beverage coolers in Butler Pantry. Lower your boat into the bay, 3 minutes to the Big Carlos Pass bridge, (draw bridge if needed) and on to the Gulf. $1,650,000 | MLS:217015825
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Phillip Babcock
Pinnacle Quality Service Award winner
2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015.
Cell 239-463-SOLD (7653)
GREAT BAY VIEWS 3BR/3BA with loft that could be
GREAT BOATERS LOT for your Special Home.
ISLANDS END CONDO Beautiful Gulf front Unit at Islands End, South End Fort Myers Beach. New Corner Stone Kitchen. 2BR/2BA Panoramic Views of the Gulf of Mexico. Under building parking. Basically Furnished. Pet Friendly. $465,000 | MLS:216017077
TOP FLOOR Fort Myers Beach Gulf view unit located steps
FORT MYERS BEACH 3BR/2BA Classic Florida charm.
ESTERO COVE End-Unit Condo just steps to white sandy
4th BR. 2 car garage with bathroom. Home has been completely upgraded throughout. Great dock, lift AND Pontoon Boat. Classic Florida charm that shows pride of ownership with spacious open floor plan, views to bay from every room. $895,000 | MLS:216073634
Pride of ownership best describes this tranquil island home less then 2 block walk to white sandy beach. Open floor plan, private tropical secret garden. Beautiful bamboo flooring, crown molding. Located at south end of Island. Weekly Rental area. $439,500 | MLS:216071997
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18,273 (sq.ft) deep Water Lot. Brand new sea wall and deadmen installed 2016. Water, sewer and electric available on lot. Nicest subdivision on Fort Myers Beach. Great Water views to intersecting canals and Bay, 2 minutes to bay, mid island location means short ride to Gulf. $849,000 | MLS:216078295
to the white sandy beach! Multiple Gulf views from your top floor balcony, galley kitchen window, and front entry. 2BR/2BA split bedroom floor plan gives you double master suites. This beach side condo comes turnkey furnished. $365,000 | MLS:216071970
beach, restaurants, tiki bar, and shopping. Extra windows offered in this corner unit make it light, bright, and airy. Just bring your toothbrush and move right in. Pet friendly. $275,000 | MLS:217016785
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Fort Myers Beach
Community
Guide
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breakfast - lunch - dinner - late night Always greeted with a friendly face. Your dining experience awaits you!
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1167 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 239-463-9256
Cocktail Lounge and lottery, fine wines & champagne Open 7 days a week 9am - 2am
Fort Myers Beach
LIVING
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708 Fisherman’s Wharf, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 239-765-9660 www.docfords.com
Not your ordinary sports bar Fresh food - fun & friendly - We’ve got your game
Snug Harbor Waterfront Restaurant
Matanzas Inn Restaurant
Waterfront Dining, Matanzas Inn is a bayfront resort with a convenient location just a few blocks from the beach and Times Square on Fort Myers Beach.
416 Crescent St Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 239-463-3838 open 11am - 10pm matanzasinnrestaurant.com
FREE parking & dockage next to the “Sky Bridge” at Old San Carlos and First Street N./26*27’40” Lat. - W./81*57’27” Long, Marker #17 Matanzas pass
1131 First Street, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 239-463-8077
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Starting at $568,000 Fort Myers Beach 6620 Estero Blvd | 2 & 3BR available GullWing Beach Resort! Spacious & designer quality condos on the widest point of the south end of the beach! Resort style amenities & on-site management.
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Starting at $530,000 Fort Myers Beach Bay Beach Ln | 3 & 4BR available Waterside at Bay Beach! Luxury condo with Gulf & Bay views from almost every room. Amenities include a private beach, golf, and boat slip access.
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UNBELIEVABLE VIEWS OF THE GULF AND LOVERS KEY! Watch the dolphins jump in play as you relax on your private screened-in balcony from this beautiful two bedroom, two bathroom condo at Island’s End. MLS:216080527 | Text R197595 to 52187
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RARE, DIRECT GULF FRONT VIEW CORNER UNIT! This two bedroom, two bathroom unit boasts a spacious wrap around, enclosed balcony and also comes with one assigned under building parking. MLS:217004361 | Text R185777 to 52187
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BREATH-TAKING VIEWS OF THE GULF OF MEXICO AND BACK BAY! This eleventh floor condo shows gorgeous views from both the living room and the master bedroom balconies. Make this your second home and let it help pay for itself with its great rental potential. MLS:216034008 | Text R129691 to 52187
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MOST DESIRABLE ONE BEDROOM FLOOR PLAN IN THE BUILDING! A large balcony overlooks Gulf off bedroom with secondary access from living room. Views of Gulf and Beach from floor-to-ceiling windows outlining living area. $20,000 to owner in rental income last year! MLS:216080569 | Text R177895 to 52187
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MOST UNIQUE SHAPED HOME YOU’LL EVER OWN! This three bedroom, two bathroom home is located on a large sized lot behind one of our state’s most beautiful nature preserves. Short walk to the beach, shopping, and dining! MLS:217007479 | Text R202940 to 52187
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CASTLE ON THE WATER! Come see this marvelous four bedroom, four bathroom two-story, newer construction home that sits on a deep water channel great for sailboats and boasts a caged pool and spa, two balconies, a boat dock and lift! MLS:217017480 | Text R252103 to 52187
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TENTH FLOOR CORNER CONDO! This two bedroom, two bathroom condo at Caper Beach Club allows you to watch the sunset from your living room or hear the surf from one of your two screened-in balconies as you see the Gulf of Mexico from breathtaking vantage points! MLS:216071821 | Text R127656 to 52187
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LEGENDS COUNTRY CLUB Second floor 2 BR Unit overlooking a fairway, Social membership, tennis, pools, workout room, garage, gated community. $159,900 | Text P780842 to 85377
EXCELLENT LOCATION Close to everything! Pass through window to the screened lanai. Big back yard. $174,900 | Text R236959 to 52187
NORTH STAR YACHT CLUB Fabulous 2+ den unit with great views, many amenities, so much to do! Boat slips available for lease. $339,900 | Text R142195 to 52187
GULF ACCESS YACHT CLUB AREA 4BR 2 1/2 bath home with new dock, 7500lb lift, updated granite kitchen, large lanai, newer roof. $389,900 | Text R226307 to 52187
.46 ACRES Large lot, almost ½ acre in NW Cape Coral. Western exposure, near Coral Oaks Golf Course. $22,000 | Text R121341 to 52187
1.15 ACRE LOT Mostly cleared but some nice trees on the lot, water meter on street, had mobile homes on it previously. North Fort Myers. $45,000 | Text R104142 to 52187
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Gorgeous 5th Floor Condo in the Shores of Gulf Harbour Yacht and Country Club. 2 bedrooms, large den, 3 full baths, over 2400 sq ft. -----------------------------------------------------$549,900 Text R267815 to 52187
Riverfront End Unit. 3/3, bright and cheerful with decorator colors. Furnishings are negotiable. Extraordinary river and pool views. -----------------------------------------------------$394,900 Text R216014 to 52187
Prestigious and Coveted section of Cape Coral known as The Rose Garden. 2/2 condo within walking or biking distance of Rotary Park Preserve. -----------------------------------------------------$145,900 Text R180553 to 52187
Arbor Lakes at Foxmoor! 2/2 condo overlooks pond with lovely water feature. Large living room, formal dining area. Two master suites on each side. -----------------------------------------------------$99,000 Text R164731 to 52187
SW Cape Coral. Brand new construction with 4/2, open kitchen, large lanai with gorgeous pool and sits on fresh water canal. -----------------------------------------------------$439,000 Text R132436 to 52187
Beautiful Home overlooks intersecting freshwater canal! Solar heated pool, great indoor outdoor Florida living option when all sliders open. -----------------------------------------------------$289,900 Text R168356 to 52187
Beautiful 3 bedroom home on oversized corner lot with 6 foot privacy fence! Stunning wood laminate flooring, & sliders to lanai. Meticulously maintained. -----------------------------------------------------$209,900 Text R259272 to 52187
Build your dream home on this oversized Gulf Access Lot. Corner, pie shaped lot located in lovely NW Cape Coral. -----------------------------------------------------$89,000 Text R271515 to 52187
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6000 Forest Boulevard Fort Myers, Florida 33908
2 Championship Golf Courses, 6 Har-Tru Tennis Courts
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FABULOUS ESTATE HOME Views of #16 of Bear course. 3BR/2.5BA, office w/built-in cabinetry, Bahama shutters, Chef’s kitchen w/double ovens, designer wood cabinets, granite tops, family room w/wet bar & fireplace, paver patio solar pool deck.
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THE FOREST 1st floor 3BR/2BA, 1468 sq.ft. end unit in Dove Hollow with amazing water & golf course views. Turnkey furnished. Dove Hollow has their own pool. Private country club with membership available but NOT mandatory.
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FAIRWAY WOODS Pristine unit, over 2900 sq.ft. of living & oversized 2 car garage. Beautiful hardwood floors, formal dining area and living room with vaulted 18’ ceilings. Master suite on main floor & private office, may be 4th bedroom. Fireplace & upgraded kitchen & more.
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SPACIOUS 3BR/3BA, 2 new A/C units, new kitchen cabinets & granite, 1900 sq.ft. of living area plus 3 lanais. Incredible water and Golf course views Nestled in spectacular landscaping. Great Value!
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TOTALLY RENOVATED TOWNHOUSE Garen view with high mature trees & wall for total privacy! 4BR/3.5BA, 2700 sq.ft. w/new large tile throughout, wet bar, firoplace, beautiful kitchen/new appliances. Steps from the community pool, hot tub & Clubhouse!
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HIGH-IMPACT UPDATES FOR YOUR TRADITIONAL FAÇADE By Rebecca Bradshaw
Whether you're selling your house or just want to have the best looking property on the block, first impressions start with curb appeal. While trimmed hedges and immaculate lawns may go a long way towards creating a good impression, tired siding and dated architectural details are harder to hide. Make over your home’s traditional façade with these high-impact updates.
IT’S PAINTING TIME!
Painting can be one of the least expensive ways to make a big change to your home’s exterior. Wood, brick, and vinyl siding can be painted to give an older home a contemporary feel. But while you may be tempted to use your favorite shade of blue, or play it safe with a boring beige or standard white color palette, consider your home’s architectural style as well as the region you live in before deciding on what paint colors to use. Be guided by other homes in your area—popular choices like dark gray and black trim may be right for some neighborhoods but may not work well on a Cape Cod cottage or a desert adobe.
UPDATE SIDING
Although it can be an expensive investment, replacing the siding on your house can really up the wow factor of an otherwise ho-hum exterior. Replace old, worn out wood or traditional vinyl siding with stucco, or, for a contemporary look, mix and match siding materials such as stone or brick with horizontal wood shingles or the latest in sustainable vinyls. Depending on a home’s basic structure, pairing steel panels with concrete siding can turn a traditional façade to an ultramodern showstopper. If replacing siding on your home’s entire exterior is beyond your budget, consider only refreshing the panels on the front of the house, drawing attention to the entrance.
KICK IT UP A NOTCH
Along with paint and siding, one surefire way to spruce up an outdated façade is to add architectural elements such as pediments and decorative panels, or by creating an arched entryway. Adding or upgrading a front porch can be a good investment; update a covered porch with modern railings and pillars, or install a wide, deck inspired entrance to open up the front of a contemporary home. To avoid a muddled appearance, keep all the architectural enhancements within the same overall design style.
WINDOW & DOOR IMPROVEMENTS
Finally, don’t overlook details when updating your home’s exterior. Create a fresh, new look by replacing outdated front facing window trims and shudders, and give your garage doors a facelift with new hardware and paint. For small changes with big impact, paint your front door a bold color, add a modern new mailbox, and replace dated outdoor light fixtures. Add the finishing touches to your home’s makeover by re-paving walkways, adding a grouping of outdoor benches, or by installing an eye catching water feature.
Sources: Inside Out, Better Homes & Gardens, The Chuba Company, Houzz
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THE ULTIMATE CHECKLIST FOR FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS
By Jacklyn Renz
The excitement bubbles up inside as you make your dream home list. Everything from the kitchen’s layout to the backyard patio have been perfected in your mind’s eye. But before you jump to decorating the house you long for, there is some leg work that needs to be done and some things to keep in mind at the outset of this house hunting journey. Buying a home is the largest investment of your life, so step lightly and follow this ultimate checklist to avoid snags along the way.
Evaluate Your Credit Unless you are part of the crowd with hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of cash sitting around, you will need a loan, and a loan means good credit. You are entitled to a free credit report every 12 months from each of the three major credit reporting agencies: TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax. All can be accessed at AnnualCreditReport.com. A good credit score (the 3-digit number that rates your creditworthiness) means better lending options, better interest rates, and a better chance for being approved for a mortgage. Shoot for 620 or above. If you have something lower, then work on getting your credit score higher before you pursue a home. Actions such as paying bills on time, lowering your debts, and keeping cards with a zero balance open will all boost your credit score.
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Monthly Expenses Do you have stable employment? Is your paycheck dependable and steady? Figure out what you can comfortably afford monthly for a home mortgage before committing to one. A general rule of thumb is that your mortgage payment shouldn’t exceed 28% of your monthly income. For example, if you bring in $4800 a month, your mortgage payment should be around $1340 or less. There is wiggle room on this number, but it’s a good baseline to follow so that you don’t find yourself with a roof over your head but nothing to eat. You can try using a mortgage calculator, like the one we found on QuickenLoans.com to help crunch the numbers.
Upfront Costs Money, of course, is a must have when it comes to home buying. A downpayment is an important variable in this equation, but not as crucial as you may think. Folks without bookoos of cash in hand for a down payment have loan options, such as the FHA loan which requires only 3% down. The downside to not saving up the standard 20% of your home’s price is that you will end up paying PMI, or private mortgage insurance, which tacks right on to your monthly expenses. There are also other costs to consider when homebuying that sometimes get overlooked during the planning process, such as costs for the appraisal, home inspection, and closing fees.
Location and Neighborhood If this is your first home, consider the location in which you are buying relative to your current life hot spots. Where is your job? Will this house grow with your family? Is it located in a good school district if you plan to have children or already have them? Consider the neighborhood and the sort of lifestyle habits that your neighbors have. This residence may be more permanent than your most recent rental, so your neighbors and the overall atmosphere of the location matter. Typically, home buying is more of a permanent situation than renting because of the costs and time associated with the process.
Keep Yourself in Check It may sound silly, but many first time homebuyers have gotten caught up in the excitement of house hunting and have ended up with lemons. Go into the process level headed and see through the home’s staging to the bones of the house. Never buy a house just for the view, but for the land itself. After all, if you don’t own the view, it could change rather quickly. Understand the life expectancy of major appliances and systems of the home to have a grasp on what to expect while you do your search. For example, the average lifespan of an asphalt roof is around 25 years. The expectancy of a hot water heater is between 8 to 12 years. A properly maintained HVAC unit can live for around 15 years. These will all be things that come straight out of your own pocket when the time comes for repair, so the younger the systems, the better. This guide is a great jumping off point as you begin the exciting season of first time house hunting. Get your ducks in a row and keep your eyes open and you are sure to have a great experience.
Sources: Wellsfargo.com. Chase.com, foxbusiness.com, homeguides.sfgate.com, lowes.com, comfort-pro.com
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HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH A HOUSE IN ITS BEST LIGHT
With an abundance of real estate listing websites and word of mouth advertising through social media, thousands of photos of houses are uploaded onto the internet on a daily basis. That’s a lot of competition for home sellers, so it’s crucial to know how to photograph a house in its best light to ensure that a listing doesn’t get overlooked.
START WITH THE CAMERA Although most smartphones come equipped with good cameras, you may find you can get better photographs with a regular digital model. Take a few interior and outdoor test shots with both camera types to see which produces the best quality photos. Work with camera settings to optimize light levels and other functions before starting to take pictures. MAKE USE OF NATURAL LIGHT You don’t want
pictures to come out dark and gloomy, so take photos during daylight hours when the weather is good. For interiors, pull back curtains, raise shades, and move any plants or furnishings out of the way that may block the light or cause large, distracting shadows. Exterior shots should also be taken during daylight hours and always with the sun to your back.
ANGLES ARE IMPORTANT Nothing could be worse
than making buyers feel like they have been deceived, so avoid taking wide angle shots that make rooms look larger than they actually are. Take photos from the doorway or a corner to show off the entire room, and kneel down if necessary to avoid getting the ceiling in the shot. Exterior photos can be taken straight on to show the house’s full façade, or from an angle to capture its depth.
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TREAT YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY SHOOT LIKE A HOME SHOWING Make
sure that rooms are clean, cleared of unnecessary clutter, or staged with minimal furnishings before you start to take pictures. Follow the same rules for lighting and angles when photographing an already vacant house, being particularly mindful of any marks on walls or floors. Since exterior shots are usually the first ones shown on websites, curb appeal counts almost more than ever in house photos. Don’t chance having a great listing passed over quickly because a messy yard or parked car detracted from an exterior photograph.
EXCEED AND EDIT There’s no better way to end up with the best home photographs possible than by giving yourself plenty to choose from. Take several photos of both the inside and outside of the home, and from several different angles. Finally, use an online photo editing program to select, crop, and improve graphics on photographs that capture the best of what a house has to offer. Sources: Houzz, HGTV, Readers Digest
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LIVING
Community PROFESSIONALS
Southwest Florida
Audubon
Barefoot Beach
Audubon country club in
Meet us at the beach - live the gulf
North Naples, is a luxurious, secluded 770-acre gated golf
shore lifestyle! Walk the beach,
community ideally located in
follow dolphins, cast a line, captain
Southwest Florida. Only a few
your boat and join friends for
minutes from the Gulf of Mexico,
spectacular sunsets. Choose an
Audubon offers unmatched
elegant single family home on the
proximity to the white sandy beaches of Naples and Bonita
gulf or bay, a townhouse villa or
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beautiful gulf front condo.
community consists of 14 separate
The community is gated, has an
neighborhoods that boast some
award-winning beach, tennis and
of the world’s most impressive
The Susan Owens Team
LLC, REALTOR, MBA, MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR PRODUCER
Susan Owens 239-248-5580 David Jablonski 239-961-1170 Susan@BarefootBeach.com
architecture all blending together
dining club, boat docks, gulf access,
to present a truly spectacular and
swimming pools, fitness club and
beautiful assortment of luxury homes. All of the homes in community are located west of US 41 and within 2 1/2 miles of the Gulf of Mexico.
Captiva Island
Marty and Joni Stokes 239.560.5958 Marty
martystokes@earthlink.net
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Captiva and Sanibel Islands boast the sunshine state’s most pristine stretches of white sugar sand, offering a stunning display of more than 250 species of seashells, 230 species of birds, more than 20 miles of bike paths and ‘epic sports fishing’. Gulf front or bayside estate properties ranging from $2m to $22m. ‘South Seas Island Resort’ is found at the northern tip of Captiva ~ quietly nestled within a secluded unspoiled refuge. South Seas is an expansive, gated, plantation style village that embraces the natural beauty of our Gulf of Mexico shore. Condos starting in the $200’s and homes starting at $2.5m. Captiva.....always a vacation state of mind! Please feel free to call or email us anytime ~ island residents/realtors ready to share the island dream with you.
Hammock Bay
The Susan Owens Team
LLC, REALTOR, MBA, MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR PRODUCER
Susan Owens 239-248-5580 David Jablonski 239-961-1170
Grandezza is a beautiful country club community with 550 acres of home sites, beautiful lakes and preserves. The 12 distinct communities offer residents a variety of single family homes, villas, carriage homes, garden homes, and condominiums. A focal point of the community is the 18-hole Darwin Sharpe III-designed championship golf course. An elegant 53,000 square foot clubhouse provides indoor and outdoor dining, a pool with spa and a pro shop. Other Grandezza amenities include a fitness center, tennis facility,
Alan Levi, PA, GRI, ABR BROKER ASSOCIATE
239.464.6965
www.FindMyHomeInFlorida.com
It is located between Marco Island and downtown Naples, both offering beautiful beaches, world-class shopping and fine dining. The championship golf course was designed by Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy. Hammock Bay is recognized by Audubon International as a “Gold Certified Signature Sanctuary”, one of just 45 designated communities in the world.
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information about prestigious Hammock Bay.
bocci ball, and walking paths. Call today to find about the year round reciprocals at The Strand, Naples, Florida
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Hammock Bay Golf & Country Club is
Brian & Nancy Stolliker
3 miles of white sand along the
Oak Kirn, GRI
E-PRO, PREVIEWS SPECIALIST
239.571.4369
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Hideaway Beach Community offers exceptional resort style living. One of the most prestigious beachfront gated communities in Southwest Florida, situated directly on the Gulf of Mexico. Beautiful sandy beach, world-class amenities including a Beachfront Clubhouse with 3 dining areas and lounge, Sports Complex, 9 hole Executive Golf Course, tennis, pro shop, croquet and bocce court. Over half of the property is designated as conservation area with lagoons, boardwalks and protected bird sanctuaries. Residents enjoy all the spectacular resort lifestyle living at its finest. I’m a full time Hideaway Beach resident Realtor. Please contact me today if you wish to view some properties in HB.
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Community PROFESSIONALS Lely Resort
LIVING Southwest Florida
Logan Woods
Logan Woods is a community with just under 4000 residents, offering the quiet of country living with the
Lely Resort Golf and Country Club has proven to be one of the most desirable communities in the Naples area. The 3000 acre Lely resort offers 3 championship golf courses and the spectacular Players Club Resort and Spa. New homes, coach homes and condominiums are available starting in the mid $200’s to over $2 million. Resale properties start in the $100’s.
convenience of a quick commute to the shopping, dining, and culture of Naples. With no parcel less than one acre in size, there is “room to breathe”, while still offering a neighborly atmosphere. Prices range from just over $300,000 to over $1 million for homes that will meet any need. Wildlife is abundant, but not aggressive, giving homeowners
Find your piece of paradise in Lely Resort and enjoy the Florida lifestyle.
the opportunity to be a part of the true Florida nature scene. I am a resident of Logan Woods, and would
Anthony Bernosky, PA REALTOR®
Full-time REALTOR® and Lely Resident Since 2003.
Kristi Castle BROKER
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any information
REALTOR®
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be happy to share
Melody Shores
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Marco Island
community.
Miromar Lakes Miromar Lakes is like living
Susan LaGrotta
Marco Island is a world-class resort
at the “RITZ” Named by the
destination with sun-washed white
National Assn of Home builders
beaches and a casual easy paced life
as THE #1 ranked COMMUNITY IN
style. Four miles wide by six miles
THE UNITED STATES! ML has 700
long, this beautiful and unique island
acres of fresh water lakes, boating,
retreat has condos, villas and homes
fishing, swimming, water sports,
ranging from low 200’s to 12 million.
3 miles beaches, beach grill, full
Searching for your Paradise, Marco
service spa, fitness
Island has it all- golf, boating, fishing,
center, tennis, bocce, Dynamic social
fine dining, shopping or just enjoying
scene etc, etc!. Just 3-15 minutes to
the pristine beaches. Please contact
3 Regional malls, RSW Airport,
me for more information about this beautiful island.
Jay Siegall REALTOR®
REALTOR® Marco Island Specialist
239.464.9700
239.438.7776
jay@siegall.com www.JaySellsFlorida.com
Susan@SusanLaGrotta.com www.SusanLaGrotta.com
Pelican Marsh
family-oriented community of
minutes away from the beautiful
492 single-family homes, quality built
Gulf of Mexico beaches,
by Toll Brothers, situated on 155
upscale shopping and dining at
acres. Single-family homes range in
Mercato and Waterside Shoppes,
size from 1,473 SF to over 2,800 SF.
and exceptional entertainment at the
Five sparkling lakes offer wonderful
Philharmonic Center for the Arts.
water views from many of these
This community features well
fine homes. This community truly
appointed coach homes, villas,
represents the place where luxury
single-family homes and luxurious
and serenity meet. The gatehouse is
grand estate homes.
staffed on a 24-hour basis and low
Come experience the extraordinary
Dina L. Moon
PA, MBA, SALES ASSOCIATE
239.370.1252
Dina.Moon@sothebysrealty.com www.DinaSellsNaples.com
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HOA fees include all exterior yard
amenities and award-winning setting
maintenance. Amenities include a
and you will know why Pelican Marsh best master-planned communities by “Where To Retire” Magazine. Pelican Marsh awaits you!
$300’s to $5 Million!!
The Reserve at Estero is a gated,
golf club community is located just
was named as one of America’s 100
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Reserve At Estero
This beautifully manicured, gated
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Germain Arena.
clubhouse, fitness center, aerobics,
Kathy Stobb
BROKER-OWNER, SRES
239-218-HOME (4663)
Kathy@EventideRealty.com www.EventideRealty.com
billiards, pool, spa, tennis and basketball courts, and playground. Outstanding Estero location starting in the mid-$200’s! Call today for your personal tour!
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Community PROFESSIONALS Sanibel Island
The Vines
Sanibel and Captiva are unique Barrier Islands, having an East West orientation; which provide extraordinary sun rises and sunsets. Don’t miss an opportunity to own your own piece of this paradise. Get to know the Islands the way the locals do, work with a Realtor who lives and works on the Island.
Lori Schulz
BROKER/REALTOR®
239.395.3936
Lori@SanCapGateway.com www.SanCapGateway.com
• Sanibel Single Family Homes Starting at $369,000 • Captiva Single Family Homes Starting at $975,000 • Sanibel Vacant Land Starting at $99,900 • Captiva Vacant Land Starting at $950,000 • Sanibel Condos Starting at $229,000 • Captiva Condos Starting at $244,000
Verona Walk
Susan LaGrotta
REALTOR® Marco Island Specialist
239.438.7776
Susan@SusanLaGrotta.com www.SusanLaGrotta.com
Verona Walk is a Naples premiere lakefront community, built by DiVosta, located on Collier Blvd and close to beaches! This gated complex is manned 24/7, offers two community pools, clubhouse, tennis courts, fully equipped fitness center, along with over 20 miles of bicycling and hiking trails. The town center has staffed meeting rooms, a ballroom, card room, library with wireless iternet access and a variety of retail businesses, including a restaurant and gas station. With a combination of single family homes, town homes and coach homes, connected by an array of lakes and bridges, the tranquil atmosphere is a perfect backdrop of this community. All amenities are covered by the Homeowners’ Association fees. Please contact me to preview Verona Walk residences with prices ranging from High 200’s to 600’s.
LIVING Southwest Florida
The Vines, located in South Fort Myers and bordering Estero, features the Estero Country Club offering golf, tennis, dining & more. The community offers estate homes, single family homes, villas, townhomes and condominiums. Each Community within The Vines has their own pool as well as an option for several different golf equity memberships and a social equity membership. As residents of The Vines and with vast experience
Pat: 239.218.2730
patoneillrealtor@gmail.com
Bob: 203-996-7852
in both buying and selling in The Vines, Pat and Bob can help you find the perfect property for your needs!
bobruderman@comcast.net www.PatinFlorida.com
Wildcat Run Golf & CC Located in Estero, Fl, with a private equity member owned 18-Hole Arnold Palmer Signature Designed Championship Golf Course. Wildcat Run offers Estate size Single Family homes with a few Villas and Multi Family Homes to provide the ultimate lifestyle in SW Fl. A total of 450 doors, offering an intimate, low density and cozy community to call home. Mature landscaping and majestic trees to compliment the lake and golf course
Judi Gietzen
REALTOR® Executive Broker~Owner
239.405.3503
JudiGietzen@gmail.com www.EliteRealtySWFL.com
views to enjoy from your lanai, clubhouse and golfing experience. EXPERIENCE THE PRIDE of WILDCAT RUN!
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Michael Ludwig Keller Williams Realty
239.272.0882
www.WeLiveInParadise.com
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MARCO ISLAND Like new, stunning home on key lot, direct access to Gulf! 150’ on water, custom dock w/3 lifts. 4BR suites, 4.5BA, pool, upscale finishes. $1,960,000 Text P108047 to 52187
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Southwest Florida’s Award-Winning Golf Community Specialist... NAPLES LAKES CC
4952 Shaker Heights Ct. #202
• Price REDUCED $50,000!
• Gorgeous heavily-upgraded 2nd flr coach home • Quiet, private preserve view • Near community pool • 3BR/Den/3BA/2,564sf/2-Car Garage $449,000 (Neg. Furnishings) • Golf Membership Included
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JOE MORGAN REALTOR®, MBA
239|438.6426
SWFL’s #1 Golf Real Estate Website... www.GolfHomeGuru.com
DOCK & 2 LIFTS This impressive Divco Home features 4BR/3BA, formal dining room, family room & den, 3300 sq.ft. under air. Custom carpentry with gorgeous detail. Situated on a key lot with 140’ on the water, the dock includes 2 boat lifts. Waterfront restaurants & Beach access in close proximity.
$1,379,000 | Text P110200 to 52187
940 Moon Ct., Marco Island
298 Stella Maris, Naples, FL, 34114
412 Riverside Drive, Everglades City, FL, 34139
EVERGLADES CITY
NAPLES
$369,999 | Text R282625 to 52187
$374,900 | Text R115957 to 52187
Ultimate Florida get-a-way! Charming waterfront home on quiet, secluded cul-de-sac in Everglades City near the entrance to Everglades National Park. Fish from the covered dock, boat lift. Watch sunsets every evening
Open water views. 3BR/2BA water direct home, boat dock, lift, solar heated pool, generator, paver pool deck & screened lanai. This home is immaculate! Direct water access to the Ten Thousand Islands.
Captain 830 Bald Eagle Drive Marco Island, FL 34145
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239-272-0882
CaptainMichael@kw.com
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ALISHA CAGE INVESTMENT • LAND • SPEC BUILDING • WATERFRONT • MULTI & SINGLE FAMILY • INCOME PROPERTIES • COMMERCIAL
239-269-6699
iLovNaples2@aol.com www.waterfrontnaples.listingbook.com
Park Shore Pool Home
Remastered, updated and move in ready. You will love this desired west of US41 location. This home has new cement tile roof, new /AC, kitchen & baths. $1,198,000 | MLS:217002656 Text R213646 to 52187
Pool Home
In Lely Resort without the fees! Located in Falcons Glen, just inside of Lely Resort. The Players Club Membership is optional and not required. Great rental/income property. $399,500 | MLS:216070056 Text R213615 to 52187
Rachel Rose Danzi
Lake Park Pool Home
Rare Gulf Access
Walk or Bike to the beach and enjoy the festivities of the Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club and Old Naples just blocks away. Remodeled. $599,000 | MLS:216069478 Text R213592 to 52187
Naples pool home. Move in ready and all the upgrades you could want. Remodeled, Minutes to Old Naples. $625,000 | MLS:216072546 Text R213644 to 52187
Glen Eagle
Kings Lake
Gorgeous updated, move in ready 3/2, heated pool home, lots of privacy, vaulted ceilings, open floor plan & 2 car garage. Just 3 miles to Old Naples. Reduced $379,000 | MLS:217005435 Text R213651 to 52187
$388,000
LANDMARK HOME Includes a POOL & In-Law Suite. Main home include original wood floors, fireplace, bathtub, windows, but has been extensively updaated - new roof, granite counters, SS appliances, travertine flooring & more! MLS:216061339 | Text P1048839 to 52187
$839,000
Cheap & Cheerful. Walk to coffee location, near downtown. Walk to shopping. Just 4 miles to Old Naples & beach! RARE 1st floor totally remodeled condo with the coastal casual vibe. $169,500 | MLS:217002715 Text R213659 to 52187
$389,000
SW CAPE CORAL Stunning home situated in middle of multi-million dollar waterfront homes. Pool with oversize Jacuzzi, electric hurricane shutters, privacy fence, generator, custom island kitchen with a double oven & more. MLS:216070928 | Text R121365 to 52187
$849,000
239-910-3379 Helping you make the right move!
2001 Estero Blvd. Fort Myers Beach FL 33931
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FORT MYERS BEACH One of the largest most prestigious lots on Fort Myers Beach, close to 3/4 of an acre!!! Can be divided into 2 or build your dream home while relaxing in your own 1250 sq.ft. totally remodeled bungalow. Apprx 95’ water frontage. MLS:217013543 | Text R231110 to 52187
$1,199,000
ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY Experience paradise now & soak up the breathtaking water views of the bay while relaxing in your heated pool. 4BR/3BA+DEN, park the yacht at the 80’ dock or put in on your 10,000 lb boat lift. Great rental history. MLS:215070565 | Text P860039 to 52187
FLORIDA DREAM HOME!! Minutes to Sanibel & Fort Myers Beach. Guest suite, bamboo flooring, high ceilings, gourmet kitchen, wet bar, custom cabinets, formal dining room, trek decking, heated pool & so much more. MLS:216035617 | Text P929229 to 52187
$199,000
TOTALLY REMODELED Boutique salon in the heart of Fort Myers. EVERYTHING is Brand NEW 4 modern stations-front loader washe/dryer full size SS refrigerator & plenty of storage. Fully furnished just bring your business. MLS:216078444 | Text R159973 to 52187
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Waterfront Properties JUST REDUCED Cape Coral Direct Access Pool Home in Most Sought After Neighborhood. Spacious Master Suite, Huge Family Room, Cathedral Ceilings. Just Reduced $479,000 Call Bonnie Sonnenberg 239-443-7759 Text R200232 to 52187 (Miloff Aubuchon Realty)
Gorgeous North Naples Lake Front Home for canoe, kayak or pontoon boat. Immaculate 3,000 sq ft home with upgrades galore! Gorgeous home! $729,000 Call Susan Hubly 239-595-6609 Text R205455 to 52187 (John R Wood Properties)
Beautiful SW Cape Coral Gulf Access Home Why wait to build? Move in ready! Immaculate 3+Den, 2.5 Bath Pool Home 10k Boat Lift with Captains Walk $524,000 Call Carolyn Chesser 239-565-4149 Text R211783 to 52187 (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices)
Enjoy Spectacular Lake Views Gorgeous 3 Bed, 2 Bath, Pool Home Almost 2000 SF - Huge Lanai Boat & Fish from your Backyard $329,900 Call Toni Zimmer 239-940-7053 Text R287099 to 52187 (4 Seasons Realty, LLC)
5 Minutes to the River Sailboat Access Living! 3 bed, 2 bath Saltwater Pool Home on Triple Lot 18k Boat Lift and Captains Walk! $499,000 Call Carolyn Chesser 239-565-4149 Text R291198 to 52187 (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices)
JUST REDUCED Fantastic Gulf Access Lot Located on the Chimera Canal. New Seawall on Cleared lot. Neighborhood of High End Gulf Access Homes. $74,900 Financing Available Call Bonnie Sonnenberg 239-443-7759 Text R200209 to 52187 (Miloff Aubuchon Realty)
Large, beautiful, pool home with 3 bed & 2 bath on a corner lot with intersecting canal views in Cape Coral. $318,900 Call Gentry Haffa 239-339-3566 Text R174844 to 52187 (Barclay’s Real Estate Group)
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PELICAN PRESERVE Extensively upgraded home. Kitchen has custom handmade cabinets, upgraded appliances and cooktop, extended lanai features pavers, a 40’ picture window screen, and outdoor kitchen. $499,000 | Text R275213 to 52187
LOVELY FIRST FLOOR 2/2 CONDO Panoramic views of lake and Eagle Ridge Golf Course. Extended lanai, electric hurricane shutters, newer carpet, and it is TURNKEY furnished. $170,000 | Text R141770 to 52187
55+ PREMIER COMMUNITY Elegant! Whimsical! Gracious! Overlooking a lake, the features include 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, all window coverings, crown molding, tile flooring, and upgraded kitchen and baths. $279,000 | Text R231119 to 52187
PELICAN PRESERVE 4th floor end unit with view of Golf Course & Lake. Upgraded kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Great room opens to the screened lanai. $194,900 | Text R174843 to 52187
CONNIE GUSTAFSON 239-994-0023
ConnieGustafson@embarqmail.com
WE CAN OFFER YOU DECADES OF EXPERIENCE! NEW CONSTRUCTION, INVESTMENT, PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, BUY OR SELL YOUR HOME WITH US! WE HAVE SOLD HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS DOLLARS OF REAL ESTATE. LET OUR EXPERIENCE WORK FOR YOU!
Jarrod Eister 239-851-7303
Megan Eister 239-707-0926
SALES@floridawestshorerealty.com 8191 College Parkway Suite #206 Fort Myers, Fl 33919
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WOW! Over 2500 sqft of AMAZING in this Gulf Access pool home. Located on one of the best canal systems for boating in the Cape! Access the Gulf of Mexico without having to go through a lock system! Around the corner is largest Salt Water Lake in Cape Coral. Huge screened lanai with HEATED pool, and outdoor kitchen. $639,900 | Text R172582 to 52187
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2.5 ACRES
Amazing 2.5 Acres with beautiful home along the Ten Mile canal in the heart of Fort Myers near Bell Tower Shopping and Dining. Call Megan Eister at (239)707-0926 $399,900 | Text R146544 to 52187
239-415-6500 SANDOVAL
Wonderful Amenities in this great community of Sandoval. 5 bedroom home situated on a unique lot with no neighbors directly behind you or across the street! Kitchen features beautiful Cherry cabinetry and solid surface counters. 2 story great room, 2nd story loft living area, 5th bedroom could be a den or office. Sandoval offers a wonderful lifestyle. $367,900 | Text R286701 to 52187
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The Difference is... In The Results!
MOVE IN READY
ENERGY EFFICIENT
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Oversized 4BR, 2BA Home! Diagonal Tile In Living Areas & Carpet In Bedrooms. Fire Pit & French Doors to Lanai. $278,900
ROYAL HAWAIIAN CONDO
George A Sand II PA
Wonderful 3BR, 2BA Home With Oversized Screen Lanai! Granite Counter Tops, Impact Glass Windows & Slider With Icynene Foam Insulation On Roof Deck. $139,900
SUNSET VIEWS
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Convenient 1st Floor Condo Offering 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths With Assigned Covered Parking Space! $89,900
WATERFRONT LIVING! ON OVERSIZED LOT With Dock Overlooking Memory Lake. Updated Kitchen, Fenced Back Yard. $389,900
FRESHWATER LOT
GULF ACCESS
Coastal Realty SWFL Realtor, CDPE, CIAS, ACCRS
Cell 239-281-3299
sand@coastalrealtyswfl.com www.swflsrealtor.com
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Living in Southwest Florida for the past 35 years!
Seawall Already in Place! Assessments are Paid! Make Your Best Offer Today! $69,900
The
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READY FOR YOUR DREAM HOME! New Homes Being Build In This Area Now! $57,900
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HOME-AUTO-COMMERCIAL Cape Coral, Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte
Marianne “Pogo” Gorwood 4 Seasons 239-770-5607
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239.850.4964
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“Now offering Senior Move Management”
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1222 SE 47th St Suite 212 Cape Coral, FL 33904 | NMLS #1082 Office: 239-677-3247 Mobile: 612-242-5639
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“10% Down Lot Loan Financing.” Jayne Malinowski Mortgage Sales Manager FL NMLS ID# 434329 Office: (239) 908-5864 Cell: (239) 994-3565 Jayne.Malinowski@lmcu.org
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Miloff Aubuchon Realty
813-340-2907
Beate Wunderer Miloff Aubuchon Realty
239-888-1199
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Alex Evers, CPA, PLLC
239-257-1313
Cami Sue Huston Key Title Services
239-443-6919
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Marlin International Realty 2328 Hancock Bridge Parkway, Suite 101 Cape Coral, FL 33990 (239) 281-5393 (cell) (239) 673-9397 (office)
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Sandra Huber
Past President
Karen Solgard
“When you think loan think Larry” NMLS: 218400/2229 FL: LO5812/ML0700743 OH: LO.022521.001/MB.802837.00
Secretary
The Movers Who Care about Service
larry@larrybrewster.com www.larrybrewster.com
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Moving and Storage, Inc.
239-273-1596
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FRANK AND SONS
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Right Choice Realty
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LARRY BREWSTER
Michelle Deal Real Deal Realty
239-671-0917
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15612 Marcello Cir #158 NAPLES, FL 34110 3BR/2BA, fresh paint, neutral 20” tile downstairs & new carpeting in upstairs bedrooms. Enjoy your morning coffee on large lanai overlooking serene lake view. Milano is centrally located off Livingston Road, easy access to shopping, dining & highway. $238,000 | Text R162147 52187
2308 Elizabeth Ct, Naples, FL 34112 On a quiet cul-de-sac in Kings Lake, this custom home is on over 1/3 acre. 3BR+Den/2.5BA,
kitchen opens up to large great room with fireplace & cathedral ceilings. Large caged pool area features stamped concrete & water feature that spills into solar heated pool. Oversized 2 car garage, plenty of storage including a large attic. $449,000 | Text R212716 to 52187
7235 Acorn Way, Naples, FL 34119 2 story Corleone model is the largest model in the gated community of Black Bear Ridge. 1st floor
master, office, 3BR & large loft on the 2nd floor. The cooks kitchen features, light granite countertops, upgraded SS appliances including Electrolux induction range with double oven, Samsung French refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher. $5,000 buyer bonus. $525,000 | Text R212744 to 52187
Debbie Zvibleman ABR, RSPS, SFR, TRC, CIPS
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Kevin McCauley 239-281-2265 239-201-2607
Kevin@KevinMccauleyPA.com
MORTGAGE Cindy Jaramillo
Loan Officer | NMLS# 1123902
941-203-3744
CindyJ@PRMG.NET
Inspected Once Inspected Right Voted Royal Palm Coast REALTOR Top Choice of Greater Fort Myers and the Beach Offering Quality Home Inspection When You Need Us!
Frank Jensen, CPI 239-908-1721
Barclays Real Estate Group 2225 First St #201 Fort Myers FL 33901
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1500 Colonial Blvd Ste 233 Ft Myers, FL 33907
4066 Evans Ave, Ste 7 Fort Myers, FL 33901 Office No: 239-936-0644
Barbara (Barbie) Alfonso-Pou President/Title Insurance agent/Paralegal
239-888-2832
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Where I Make Dreams of Homeownership Come True Debbie Martin Loan Officer
239-470-6086 NMLS 1057755
www.ftmyersmortgages.com
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“Specializing in Luxury Lifestyles of Distinction in Southwest Florida”
Ten Acre Equestrian Estate in Lakewood Ranch Exquisite Equestrian Estate in the highly sought after, rarely available Sarasota Polo Club area. This Mediterranian inspired dream home includes a separate 2000SF two story guest house, four stall horse barn and two four acre pastures surrounding the home. Huge custom resort sytle pool with multiple water features and spa overlooking the pond and pastures. Horse lovers…do not miss this opportunity to own a home that enjoys all these amenities and includes nearby polo matches in this upscale Lakewood Ranch community. Just Listed at $3,600,000 | Text R275144 to 52187
Beautiful 13 Acre Estate in the peaceful community of Ft. Denaud near Labelle. Enjoy the country life in this stately 5 Bedroom/4Bath 2945SF home. Secluded and private with additional Workshop. Just Reduced $50K for quick sale. $549,900 | Text R202663 to 52187
One Acre Pool Home in Horse Creek Estates Amazing home on private lot with Over 2600SK of living space, 3 Car Garage Just Reduced $10K. Asking $539,900 | Text P964611 to 52187
Pennington Farms 10 Acre Equestrian Facility Great Location for the Hunter/Jumper Facility With over 14 Stalls and 2 Bed/2 Bath Home Just Listed at $950,000 | Text R275182 to 52187
FMB DIRECT ACCESS WATERFRONT LOTS Priced Under Appraised Value for Quick Sale! Two Adjoining Lots. Seawall, Boat House and Minutes to Estero Bay and the Gulf! Just Reduced $310,000 & $330,000 | Text P964609 to 52187
BEAUTIFUL BEDFORD MODEL IN LINDSFORD Gorgeous new home in the Gated Community Of Linsoford. Close to Everything. 2611SF Three Bedroom plus Loft. Great Value! Just Listed at $324,900 | Text R275183 to 52187
Desirable Brookshire 3/2 Townhome Two Story End Unit with Private Lanai High Vaulted Ceilings, Big Kitchen Awesome Location Close to Everything! Just Listed $139,900 | Text R271504 to 52187
Cheryl Fischer 239-770-5340
FORT MYERS & THE ISLANDS
GRI, ABR, SRS, CNE Member Luxury Home Marketing Institute
KELLERWILLIAMSREALTY
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CAPE CORAL | $310,385 Our Kendal floor plan offers 5 Beds, 3.5 Baths, 4,177 square feet. Great location right near Veterans Pkwy and Santa Barbara Blvd. ALL ASSESSMENTS PAID! Full builder’s warranty.
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CAPE CORAL | $164,900 Move-In Ready home. Open floorplan makes it feel much larger. Sliders open to a large screen lanai overlooking large backyard with mature trees and plenty of room for a pool.
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CAPE CORAL | $195,990 3 Beds, 2 Baths New Construction with Assessments Paid! Call to find out if you qualify for No Money Down Grant with average payment $1,350/mo
CAPE CORAL | Call for more info! 3 Beds + Den, 3 Baths offers sunset water views from your private balcony. Lush landscaping leading to beach-walk entry pool & spa.
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CAPE CORAL | $649,900 CAPE CORAL | $243,990 Spectacular Deep Water Sailboat Access canal. 4+Den, 3411 sqft. Spacious 2 story. Main floor w/private den and dining room that leads to an Private dock with 2 boat Lifts, Canopy, Dock Lights & Fish Cleaning Station. Extensive screened outdoor open family room. The 2nd floor has a huge area with pavered deck patio and saltwater pool/spa game room, 3 bedrooms & laundry room.
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