April 29, 2012
This Week’s Featured Luxury Listing
Collier’s Reserve
1313 Turner Place Uniquely private compound on 1.5 acres within premier gated golf community in Naples, just minutes to the white sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico! A private access road w/ bridge leads to this ‘grande dame’ of Collier’s Reserve promising all the latest luxuries, and then some. MLS# 211014021
$2,395,000
5 BR + 2 Den, 6 BA + 2 Half
Monika DeBenedictis Team 239-450-4222
Up To Date Market Report - First Quater 2012 (N aples /B onita S prings /E stero A rea )
The demand for Southwest Florida properties continues to be strong as shown by first quarter activities in the Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero markets. Inventory continues to decline and on April 1st, there were 7,625 units available in this area. The number of properties placed on the market in the first quarter continued the downward trend for the period, dropping 7% from the first quarter of 2011. Short sales and foreclosures as a percentage of the overall inventory are also decreasing. In March 2010, there were 1,687 distressed properties in inventory representing 16% of the market. At the end of the first quarter 2012, this number stands at 788, comprising only 10% of available units. Also, average and median sales prices have increased over prior year with the average price at its highest level for the period since 2007 and the median price the highest since 2008. Buyers or sellers who have an interest in a particular area or property should consult their John R. Wood Real Estate Professional for specific information.
This Week’s Featured Neighborhoods Collier’s Reserve
Shadow Wood
The Moorings
The Strand
Collier’s Reserve is a gated, residential community of 224 single-family homes nestled peacefully along the Cocohatchee River, one of Southwest Florida’s most scenic waterways. Located just two miles from the Gulf of Mexico and four miles from I-75, the club resides in a lively North Naples neighborhood that offers an array of upscale shops and restaurants just outside the gates.
Part of “The Brooks” planned development by The Bonita Bay Group, and situated right in the heart of the rapidly growing Bonita/Estero area, Shadow Wood is a private membership golf community. Members can enjoy 54 holes of championship, a world class tennis facility, state of the art fitness center and a private beach club.
The Moorings/Coquina Sands neighborhoods are centrally located, stretching from US 41 to the Gulf of Mexico. Much of the area is waterfront, especially in The Moorings, with boat docks and shimmering views for both single-family homes and condominiums.
The Strand is a gated, golf course community located in the highly desirable North Naples area with easy access to beaches, the Naples Philharmonic, restaurants, shopping, Southwest Florida International Airport, I-75, two nearby hospitals, and much more. The focal point of the community is the 27-hole championship golf course, with rolling fairways bordered by picturesque lakes and wooded preserves.
Current Price Range, Homes:
Current Price Range, Homes:
Current Price Range, Homes:
Current Price Range, Homes:
$1,000,000 - $2,395,000
$138,000 - $1,899,000
$59,900 - $4,862,000
$159,000 - $1,225,000
The source of this real property information is the copyrighted and proprietary database compilation of Sunshine MLS, LLC. Copyright 2010 Sunshine MLS, LLC. All rights reserved. The accuracy of this information is not warranted or guaranteed. This information should be independently verified if any person intends to engage in a transaction in reliance upon it.
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