Marlene's REAL ESTATE life in NAPLES FLORIDA!

Seeing Naples Bay with "New" Eyes!

by Marlene Smith-Graham

I hadn’t been on the Double Sunshine tour boat out of Tin City in quite some time, but  on a recent summer midday, I challenged potentially threatening skies (which never produced) to get a fresh perspective on the often taken for granted waterway of Naples Bay.  Keep in mind, that I see this bay just about every day, either while crossing the Gordon River bridge hurriedly to some destination (but not too hurriedly in order to avoid a conversation with the local law); driving along it briefly on 10th Street South; or by peering at it from the Naples City Dock. But today I wanted to “see it” see it. To savor it. To concentrate on it with new eyes.

Incidentally, despite what I just wrote in the preceding paragraph, as you cross the bridge leading to and from Olde Naples on the East Tamiami Trail (often termed by locals as the East Trail), you are actually seeing the Gordon River on either side. But looking further south, beyond the shops and restaurants of Tin City and Kelly’s Fish House and the Naples Sailing and Yacht Club, the waters subtly open up into Naples Bay.

As my mother and I (Hey it’s good to do something with your mother once in a while) settled into our seats atop the double decker, 55 ft. boat, along with a group from Sheffield, England – whom ironically I had first met about a block up the street when they asked in amazement if indeed the parking they had “scored” was free – and a couple from Michigan, and a smattering of folks from elsewhere, we were warned by the captain that four horn blasts would signal our departure.

And with that we were on our way.

Within minutes we were all wrenching our necks side-to-side appreciating the neighborhoods bordering our travels – to the left, that would be the east side: Golden Shores, Oyster Bay, Royal Harbor, and the boating and golf course community of Windstar on Naples Bay; and to the west, the pricier line-up of Olde Naples, Aqualane Shores and Port Royal – while listening to Capt. Dan’s narrative over the PA system. His stories related to the past and present, and his voice did not betray the thrill of “knowingly” aweing the visitors on board with home prices (though with our upwardly moving market, he probably needed to be updated a bit); and his “rain” of names of previous and former owners of many of the homes we were passing, a “Who’s Who” of the movers and shakers of industry, banking, retail, politics and entertainment. The names continued even after the captain turned off the loudspeaker as we entered a cove -- a courtesy to the neighbors -- and First Mate Dave took over in firm non-amplification.

Let’s see. There was the ex-wife of a New Jersey governor; a majority shareholder in Hershey’s; the Estonian ambassador to China; members of the Mars candy family; the Collier family (for whom our county is named); the family that invented Play-Doh; Drano principals; the U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See (the governing body of the Catholic Church) under George W. Bush, and on and on.

Back out in the pass, we were bounded to the south by the “mangroved” northern edge of Keewaydin, a boat-only accessible island (with both inter-coastal straight ahead had we not made the turn, and to its west exquisite beaches). This is a place with no roads, no bridges, no shops, and for the most part no utilities; a haven of preserves and homes that operate mostly via generators, with cisterns to catch rain water. This is the island where Vice President Joe Biden’s brother recently purchased a hideaway.

Since the day was beautiful, we continued into the Gulf of Mexico, passing by the exquisite home and guest home of Pittsburgh’s Donahue family of Federated Investors (a financial firm founded in 1955 that manages some 360 billion in assets), said to be the highest taxable home in Naples. Even with our low taxes, it is estimated that taxes on this property run in the $400,000 per year range.

Now floating in the Gulf, engines shut down, we just looked around -- in the direction of Texas; back at the Naples shoreline; to the north toward the Naples Pier and the condos of Moorings and Park Shore; and to the south at Keewaydin’s beachfront while listening to obligatory Jimmy Buffett.

Time up, we reversed ourselves and barely into the pass came the call: “Dolphins surfacing to the right 30 feet of the Double Sunshine…” Dolphins it seems are never boring.

Back in “slip,” the folks from the UK couldn’t help but verbalize their feelings about Naples and the waters we had just experienced. And so in the end, I did indeed get to “see it” see it, savor it and concentrate on it in the best way possible, through the “new” eyes of others …

Editor’s Note: Marlene Graham is the author of the book “Headfirst Into America” about her family’s year-long travels through 50 states, and a longtime journalist and noted travel writer. She is also the owner of Tropics Real Estate on 5th Ave. in Naples and has appeared on HGTV’s House Hunters show. As space permits, she will be bringing us future articles relating to both real estate and local travel and tourism. If you have suggestions for future articles or questions, you may contact her at marlenegraham@earthlink.net

 

 

From the Tropics: Naples Real Estate and Tourism News

Hello again from Tropics Real Estate!

 

Wow! Summer in Naples Florida is just buzzing along. One more month and our shoulder season of October will be here!  Meanwhile the Naples area has some real estate and tourism specials going on: 

 

Naples Square now has a "fly and buy" through December 31st where you can earn up to $2500 credit and some other goodies:

• $2,500 credit to be applied at closing or for options when purchasing a residence in Naples Square on their trip to Naples.
• Preferred Neighbor Rate for Luxury Accommodations at Bellasera Condominium Hotel on 9th Street South and 3rd Ave South
• Complimentary Golf for Two at the Country Club of Naples
• Discounts for Restaurants, Naples Princess Cruises, and other shops  and services
• Discounts at the Woodhouse Day Spa

 

A Tropics team member just sold another one this week (a Chelsea) to a couple who had only discovered Naples two days earlier. Originally they flew to Ft. Lauderdale with the intention of going down to Key West to buy a place. But when they got there, it didn't have such a good feel for them. So they backtracked to Ft. Lauderdale to look around. Meanwhile they decided to take a little day trip to Naples since they had never been here before. And they loved it! I've seen them in our office three times, and every time, they have been beaming!

 

Naples Square turned out to be a good fit for them because they wanted to be able to walk to downtown Fifth Avenue; they wanted something new for under a million; and they wanted a place with a spacious feel. The first building of four is expected to come out of the ground in September and not close till September of 2015. For those of you wanting a good investment opportunity with a delayed closing, this one is a jewel! Prices continue to move up so you will want to get in quickly. 

 

Right now the only units still available in the first building start in the 600s; but reservations are being taken for smaller units in the next building. Pricing is not done yet, but it does put you in line ahead of others to get that information. For those of you who have not heard of Naples Square, here is the website complete with virtual tours. 

Naples Square.

 

We were also able to negotiate a summer discount for our customer. If you have an interest in Naples Square be sure to let me know. I will get a complete packet to you with current pricing. 

Email me at marlenegraham@earthlink.net .

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FORECLOSURES IN NAPLES LIST

 

FORECLOSURES IN BONITA SPRINGS AND ESTERO LIST 

 

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Cafe Luna on 5th Avenue has  extended its happy hour -- now you can be "Happy" and "eat appetizers" starting at NOON till 6. Cafe Luna Naples.

 

Wednesday is Gentlemen's Night Out at Vergina on 5th Ave. for the summer at least, starting at 8 p.m. In addition there is happy hour from 4:30 to 7 with good bar food and sometimes they let that one-hour gap slide. Drinks are half-priced for men -- and women too!

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For our Floridians on this blast, the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa is offering a Florida resident rate of $119 per night on select dates through September. The hotel is at 5001 Coconut Road, Bonita Springs. Call 800-233-1234 and request special offer code FLOFB.

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Here is an article that was in the Sunday paper about 

Naples' Super Specs! Multi-million dollar homes being built on speculation! Can you believe that! 

 

And here is a recent article on the beaches of Marco Island. We've been selling some Marco recently as well. If you just really want to have a condo on the beach with a nice view and be under a million, you can still do that in Marco. 

 

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For the Facebookers in this group, we've just launched a new group calledNaples Restaurants which you can click on here. Hope you will take a look at it and ask to be a member. Then help us out by posting about your favorite Naples Eateries!! Also if you go to my Tropics Real Estate page and like it, that would be great. I put a lot of articles on there regarding area real estate. 

 

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Well, that's it for now for this go round. Let me know if you have questions about any neighborhoods or price ranges and I will send you my recommendations and update you on that specific area. Call me at 239-821-9046 or email me at marlenegraham@earthlink.net 

 

ALSO we need more listings, so if you are thinking about selling, please let us know!

 

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER with your friends and relatives. Even your Frenemies! And if you know someone who wants to subscribe please send me their name and email address.

Hope to see or hear from you soon! And be sure to write us at the email addresses below with any questions or call (239) 261-0153 or (239) 821-9046. 

Marlene Graham

Tropics Real Estate   
539 5th Avenue South 
Naples, FL 34102 
www.NaplesHomeFinders.com

www.NaplesTouristCenter.com

www.NaplesRealEstateReport.com

 

(239) 821-9046

(239) 261-0153

 

 

 

THE NAPLES TROPICS TEAM:

Marlene Graham   marlenegraham@earthlink.net 239-821-9046

Courtney Smith   courtsellsnaples@gmail.com 239-580-8156

Paul Smith   writepaulsmith@gmail.com 239-777-7666

Marcy Blais   marcyblais  @aol.com 239-776-2495

Trip McNamara   tripmcnamara@gmail.com 231-838-9200

Curt Marsden   curmegmar@msn.com 970-379-2017

 

Robin Bennett   rkebennett@gmail.com 239-734-0373

Petrucia Sierakowski    sierakowski@hotmail.com 239-321-1091

Ray Pena   raypenasellsnaples@gmail.com 239-227-8190

Dan Weber   danielwbr3@gmail.com 815-341-9523

August Newsletter: From the Tropics Real Estate Team in Naples Florida

Tropics Real Estate, LLC shared a link.

Posted by Marlene Graham · August 7

TROPICS REAL ESTATE, August 2014 issue
NAPLES AREA REAL ESTATE NEWS:

Well summer is in full swing and so now begins our new NAPLES REAL ESTATE NEWS which also incorporates Marco Island, Bonita Springs and Estero. Incidentally let it be noted that the weather has been beautiful this week, though there have been sporadic thundershowers. And even though we are "out of season," the foot traffic on Fifth Avenue South (where our office is located) has remained surprisingly strong, particularly as evening descends and on weekends. In fact, because we have met so many great folks on the Avenue we are actually opening a second office on the south side, about a block or two eastward from our current office at 539 5th Avenue South. More on that in a month or two ...

So what has been selling? We are still doing quite a bit of new construction, especially in the bundled golf TPC community of Treviso Bay. Although the condos there are up about $50,000 from Christmas (yeah, I know), they are still a good buy. The same floor plans topped out in similar communities back in 2005 in and around the $400s, so there is still opportunity. Speaking of "bundled golf" (where golf equity is included), there are still some great buys in Cypress Woods, Cedar Hammock, Forest Glen, Naples Lakes, and Naples Heritage. Condos there can still be purchased in the 140s to the low 200s, some "turnkey" (with furniture and things like dishware and silverware, linens, etc.) 

These developments were built from 1999 to 2006 and at least in the case of Cedar Hammock, Forest Glen, Naples Heritage and the newer Heritage Bay are the same basic floor plans that you will find in Treviso, albeit newer, hipper versions of a tried and true formula. Not that Cedar Hammock or Forest Glen or Naples Heritage or Heritage Bay or Naples Lakes are anything to sneeze at. There are also coach homes, verandas, garden homes, carriage homes and houses in all these communities -- and you are only 4 to 7 miles from downtown (with the exception of Heritage Bay on Immokalee) depending on which you choose.

As neighborhoods such as Lely and VeronaWalk wrap up their great new construction (but with some equally GREAT resales), a whole bunch of new places are suddenly coming out of the ground and/or are doing pre-sales: Canopy, Winding Cypress, Esplanade (two of them -- one in North Naples with bundled golf and one in East Naples with no golf and a single family home focus), Bent Creek Preserve, Bonita National (Bonita Springs), The Isles of Collier Preserve, Mangrove Bay and more ... 

One of our favorites in the Olde Naples area is Naples Square which is a condo development. We already have a buyer up about $60,000 on grabbing a unit a few months ago (then at $595,000 for about 1500 square feet) that won't even close till after next season! Imagine the appreciation on that one -- and it is just a great place to plant yourself to enjoy the Olde Naples area. Ask us for more information on these new communities ...

Olde Naples, incidentally, has shot through the roof in the past year and still the demand is there. Single family lots have jumped to over a million in most cases from a low (about two years or so ago) in the $450s. Same with Royal Harbor, Oyster Bay and Golden Shores (on the water with gulf access). Yet demand continues to be strong. There are a few condos left under a million in Olde Naples -- as low as the 200s, but again not for long. And our other coastal neighborhoods of Port Royal, Aqualane Shores, Coquina Sands, The Moorings, Park Shore, Seagate (with Naples Cay), Pelican Bay, Vanderbilt Beach, and onward toward Bonita Springs are also moving right along. 

As for beachfront condos, Marco Island is lagging a bit in terms of appreciation (though it is getting ready to shoot through the roof) compared to the last go 'round where Marco took the lead over Naples. What this means for you is that if your heart is set on a gulf-front view, we've seen and sold some doozies in the 600s and 700s that if they were in Naples would be older and closer to a million; so again sooner, is better than later ... 

NAPLES IN THE NEWS.

The following article that just came out in Forbes may surprise you naming Naples as one of the best cities for job growth. If it doesn't show up as a link, cut and paste it into your browser:

http://www.naplesnews.com/business/naples-austin-head-list-of-best-cities-for-job-growth

Here is the entire Forbes article:

http://www.forbes.com/sites/kurtbadenhausen/2014/07/23/naples-austin-head-list-of-best-cities-for-job-growth/

This article from Naples News talks about how the rental market has stalled as higher prices for rentals and appreciation in homes is encouraging former renters to jump into the market as homeowners 
http://www.naplesnews.com/business/collier-lee-rental-market-stalls-as-more-tenants-look-to-buy_34740597

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Again if you have any specific questions please don't hesitate to ask. We could go on and on with this newsletter. Our next update will include information on foreclosures and short sales.

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER with your friends and relatives. Even your Frenemies! And if you know someone who wants to subscribe please send me their name and email address.

Hope to see or hear from you soon! And be sure to write us at the email addresses below with any questions or call (239) 261-0153 or (239) 821-9046. 

Marlene Graham

Tropics Real Estate
539 5th Avenue South
Naples, FL 34102
www.NaplesHomeFinders.com
www.NaplesTouristCenter.com
http://www.NaplesRealEstateReport.com/

(239) 821-9046
(239) 261-0153

THE NAPLES TROPICS TEAM:
Marlene Graham marlenegraham@earthlink.net 239-821-9046
Courtney Smith courtsellsnaples@gmail.com 239-580-8156
Paul Smith writepaulsmith@gmail.com 239-777-7666
Marcy Blais marcyblais@aol.com 239-776-2495
Trip McNamara tripmcnamara@gmail.com 231-838-9200
Curt Marsden curmegmar@msn.com 970-379-2017
Robin Bennett rkebennett@gmail.com 239-734-0373
Petrucia Sierakowski sierakowski@hotmail.com 239-321-1091
Ray Pena raypenasellsnaples@gmail.com 239-227-8190
Dan Weber danielwbr3@gmail.com 815-341-9523

 

 

Marlene Graham's article in Naples Homes and Land magazine, Vol 34; Issue 5

Article in new Homes and Land magazne:

IT SOUNDED ALMOST COMICAL ... 
by Marlene Smith-Graham 

It sounded almost comical. Not so many months ago, this writer/real estate purveyor was called up to do an interview with WINK-TV about the U.S. Conference of Mayors Report which announced that as a result of all the knowledge imparted by some 360-plus mayors regarding their respective locales, Naples was expected to be number one in America for job growth. Are you joshing me? Naples? Job growth? (I would use “kidding”, but haven’t used “joshing” in a while which incidentally has a great historical story behind it from the 1800s.) 

A quick internet search for USA Today showed, nope not joking, or kidding, or joshing. 

Well the TV interview came and went, not much happened on Facebook, or in the local media in general, and so now came the thought that perhaps it was an aberration, a mistake, but at the very least Naples and Southwest Florida got a skosh of publicity out of it. That coupled with Bonita/Estero being highly touted a year earlier on the cover of “Where to Retire” magazine, and Hertz recently making Estero a world headquarters -- and what the hay – our media meter was running okay. 

Add to that, recently run reports echoing the articles of 2003 or so naming us among the top places in America to appreciate; and Delnor-Wiggins and Barefoot Beach being named by Dr. Beach – whoever the heck that is – as two of the top ten beaches in America and wow, way cool, double cool! Once again, Southwest Florida in general was living up to its reversed version of the historic rule: What goes down, must go up. (As long as we aren’t talking stocks.) And if the “jobs thing” was an overstatement, so be it.

Then suddenly just days ago, we learned through the media and on-line that what we thought we basically already knew, but that had been largely ignored locally, and therefore must not be so true, was now being re-proclaimed with one Forbes headline: Naples, Austin Head List of Cities for Job Growth.

There it was again! But honestly it’s not like we really needed the sudden media anointing (as written by a true former member of the mainstream media). The fact is that Homes & Land and those of us who work the trenches in real estate everyday have known this all along. But it’s nice to have others reassured that we know what we are talking about. 

The most excellent news, though, is when a place has “predicted” job growth, real or perceived, appreciation comes right along, as does enthusiasm, vibrancy, and the unearthing of future structures for the ages; and so, yes, right now in regard to the latter, it is time to once again point out the obvious: There is a boatload of new construction going on in the area. 

From Treviso Bay, to Canopy, to Esplanade, to Naples Square, to Raffia Preserve, to Mangrove Bay and earlier player, Riverstone, and leftover players from the heyday now wrapping up and doing well, Lely Resort (the builders of which -- Stock Realty -- currently participate in an number of neighborhoods other than their own) and Veronawalk (with Pulte now launching their new game, Winding Cypress) and new Canadian player Minto (new to our area anyway) with their Isles of Collier Preserve, Southwest Florida real estate is getting more than interesting again.

The unearthing of these newest players, however, has taken awhile and so with demand up and inventory down, the re-sale market of more established neighborhoods has been storming upward from our approximately “January of 2011” bottom. 

And as you continue or decide to participate in all this excitement, keep in mind while reading this article and other articles that new chapters are written every day. “New news” can be “older news” meaning “buyers” have less time to “think about it,” and more of an incentive to pick the brains of those in the trenches, your hard-working Realtor. The dance has started. Time to get your fancy shoes on and pick a partner. Have an agent you are currently working with – or are thinking about getting a new agent, or buying in a new community? (And, by the way, you can use an agent beneficially for that as well.) Well, stop thinking and start acting. 

And for those geared to not trust the media or real estate agents who have a vested interest in proclaiming such messages, all of which is very understandable, keep this tale in mind: When the most skeptical of the skeptical (the accountants and economists) start buying, which if you do some research and you know the names, you will find is the case, you can be assured you’ve already missed the boat. 

But wait, wait, wait, don’t throw away the oars. It’s actually okay to miss the earlier, smaller boat because ofttimes such rides tend to be boring and solitary, not to mention fraught with fear-generating waves destined to take their measure in Dramamine. 

What is important is to not miss the cruise ship currently taking reservations to the great life of Southwest Florida. Extra port charges for not being an early bird will be softened by the more relaxed attitude of knowing the destination and direction of the cruise, and pulling away from the crowd of “Nervous Nellies” still at the dock waving you onward to your new and exciting adventure. 

Editor’s Note: Marlene Graham is the author of the book “Headfirst Into America” about her family’s year-long travels through all 50 states, and a longtime journalist and noted travel writer. She is also the owner of Tropics Real Estate on 5th Ave. in Naples and has appeared on HGTV’s House Hunters show. As space permits, she will be bringing us future articles relating to both real estate and local travel and tourism. If you have suggestions for future articles or questions, you may contact her at marlenegraham@earthlink.net

 

Naples predicted to be #1 in Nation for Economic Expansion!

USA TODAY article on Naples Florida!

Those of you thinking about Naples Florida for a place to live or a second home will want to read the report above. We already know the impact of the last year which has been amazing. Real Estate wise we have very busy -- though when we try to tell people what we believe is happening -- they don't believe us so now that it is going in the media, it will be easier to make them BELIEVE. : ) 

This is my favorite part of the U.S. Mayors' Report: Naples, Fla., will be the fastest-growing metro area in the country, with an economy expanding by 6.3%, the report says. Naples will also add jobs faster than any other metro, the report predicts. Among larger cities, top performers include Raleigh, N.C., expected to grow by 4.2%; Atlanta, 3.7%; and Austin, at 3.6%.

By the way, any questions about Naples, Bonita Springs or Estero feel free to call me! (239) 821-9046

TROPICS REAL ESTATE, early Dec  2012

 NAPLES AREA REAL ESTATE  UPDATE:

 Well December is upon us and so now begins my new Naples  Real Estate newsletter which also incorporates Marco Island, Bonita Springs and  Estero. Incidentally let it be noted that the weather has been beautiful this  week with highs in the 80s, though there have been sporadic  thundershowers.

A few days  ago I received an advance copy of Where To Retire magazine and the article for  which I took some photos entitled "8 Hot Top Towns to Snap Up Bargains Now"  focuses on Estero and Bonita Springs, sister communities to Naples in  neighboring Lee County. (Naples is in Collier County.) Make sure to check that  out. In fact, our area made the cover.

Speaking of "bundled golf," which we weren't speaking  about, but oh well, I was thinking "bundled golf", those of you who have worked  with me in the past know I consider the Brookside floor plan in Cedar Hammock to  be a great unit. Great for rental, easy to move around in. As mentioned above  these had topped out at over $400,000. And now I've been selling a bunch of the  same floor plan called the Bellini in a sister community of Treviso Bay. In fact  I had seven closings in the new buildings the last week of November. And two of  my customers bought two each and already have rentals in them! We're talking TPC  golf course thrown in, granite, stainless steel, diagonal tile, hurricane impact  glass, etc. Crazy good deal at $200,000, plus or minus with unbelievable resort  amenities and just ten minutes or so to downtown and the beaches. Total carrying  costs including property taxes minus mortgage easily covered by rent. And  expected to appreciate dramatically in the next year or two!!!

 

Also, lately I've been getting quite a few inquiries on  Olde Naples under a million. Here is the list:

http://www.sunshinemls.com/search/emailToResults.asp?eid=6599660

Keep in  mind that inventory has dropped dramatically. In some neighborhoods that had ten  years of inventory two years ago, there is now barely more than ONE  year.

Showing beach condos in a little bit to some really nice  folks from Canada. I meet so many Canadians these days! :  ) And they do love  Naples!

NAPLES IN THE NEWS.

The following article  that just came out indicates our median is up 20% over a year ago. If it doesn't  show up as a link, cut and paste it  into your browser:

http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2012/nov/16/nabor-october-home-condo-price-collier-real-estate/

 This one from a few months ago  indicates we are one of the top 10 turn-around towns in America

http://www.realtor.com/blogs/2012/02/01/realtor-com%E2%80%99s-top-ten-turnaround-towns-southwest-florida-digs-itself-out-data/

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If you have any specific questions please don't hesitate  to ask. I could go on and on with this newsletter, but I am told that emails  should be fairly brief to keep your attention span!  :  )  Okay maybe this was  not brief, but I'm doin' my best.

 My next update will include information on foreclosures  and short sales.

 PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER with your  friends and relatives. Even your Frenemies! And if you know someone who wants to  subscribe please send me their name and email address.

 Hope to see or hear from you soon!

 Marlene Graham

 Tropics Real Estate
The Marlene Graham Team 
539 5th Avenue South
Naples, FL 34102
www.NaplesHomeFinders.com

www.NaplesTouristCenter.com
(239)  821-9046

 THE NAPLES TEAM:

Marlene Graham marlenegraham@earthlink.net  239-821-9046

Courtney Smith courtsellsnaples@gmail.com  239-580-8156

Paul Smith writepaulsmith@gmail.com  239-777-7666

Dwyn Dion dwyndion@earthlink.net  239-595-3491

Carol Greenwood ctgreenwood@earthlink.net  239-776-2495

For fun check out:

http://www.MostInterestingWomaninTheWorld.com

 

 

 

 

 

The weather is beautiful in Naples. A little brisk in the mornings and evenings right now, but great midday. Very busy real estate wise this week. Sold two golf condos. One brand new last minute deal with TPC golf course membership thrown in ... only $180,000. There are a few left and buyers must be able to close by the end of this month. If you want detalis please call me at 239-821-9046 or email me at marlenegraham@earthlink.net. This is one of those unbelievable opportunities.

Well Isaac is supposed to be heading this way. Right now things are calm and the skies are overcast. We should be okay .... just don't want him to mess with our beaches before season! Unless he wants to shove even more sand up out of the water. That would be good. : )