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Cape Coral Gulf Access Homes

Cape Coral Gulf Access Homes are a popular purchase for end users and investors right now.  Cape Coral is known for its extensive Gulf Access Canals.  Anyone who is a Boater at heart, would be impressed with this boating community. Besides miles of gulf access canals, the City boasts several public boat ramps.  I am going to break down the Gulf Access Home market in Cape Coral, Florida.  You may be surprised with these Cape Coral Market Statistics, as per the local MLS.

1.  As of my last search dated 10/9/11, there are 361 homes Gulf Access homes available under $400,000.  This includes only ACTIVE listings.

2.  If you want a pool home on a Gulf Access canal, the number drops to 268 available homes.

3.  If you want at least 3 bedrooms, a pool, and gulf access, the number drops to 256 homes available that are priced under $400,000.

4.  If you would like at least a 2 car garage in addition to all of the previous features mentioned in item #3, the number drops to 235 gulf access homes available.

5.  If you would like the home built after 2001, the inventory drops fast to only 49 homes available! 

6.  If you would like the home built after 2005, the number drops to 21 homes!

7.  If you would like a Gulf Access home built after 2009 with at least 3 bedrooms, a pool, and a 2 car garage - there are only 2 homes under $400,000.

We have one of those newer homes listed.  As a matter of fact, it is brand new!  Built in 2011 with over 2000 sq.ft.  This homes is ready for a Buyer!  The home is offered at $389,900.  To view this home, click on this link.  By the way, there was another home built in 2011 a few homes down the street and it SOLD!  That home was listed at $399,900.

If you are thinking now is the time to build on Gulf Access, you may be right!  Call us today at (239) 415-6500 and ask for Megan or Jarrod Eister at Florida WestShore Realty.

Please use the links below to view all Cape Coral Gulf Access Homes for sale.
Cape Coral Gulf Access under $200K

Cape Coral Gulf Access $200K to $249K
Cape Coral Gulf Access $250K to $299K

Cape Coral Gulf Access $300K to $349K

Cape Coral Gulf Access $350K to $399K

Cape Coral Gulf Access $400K to $500K
 
Cape Coral Gulf Access $500K to $600K
 
Cape Coral Gulf Access Over $600K

Agents

Florida WestShore Realty's team of REALTORS are aware of the benefits of a personal Real Estate website.  In the last 90 days, several agents have launched newly designed sites that are user friendly and feature current listings and market information.  Take a look at these sites and be sure to visit them often:

www.thegolfcourseexperts.com
www.daniellemeady.com
www.searchtopcapecoralhomes.com

Fort Myers and Cape Coral Real Estate- Pending and Sold transactions week ending 09/07/2011

Cape Coral and Fort Myers Real Estate market had an active week of Real Estate Transactions for the week ending 9/07/2011.  

It seems that once school starts in the Northern areas of the Country and Labor Day has come and gone, our Buyer interest starts to increase again.  The long winter is right around the corner! 

This week at Florida WestShore Realty, we noticed an increase of property inquiries and website traffic.  While our August Sales numbers that are provided by the Greater Fort Myers Association of Realtors have not yet been released, I have a few predictions.  I think sales numbers will be lower month over month and sale prices will show a decrease from July to August.  Should we panic?  No, and here is why:

1.  Last month the world financial markets were on a roller coaster ride.  For the first time in American history the credit rating of the United States was downgraded.  There was a general feeling of insecurity in the air. However, this issue did cause some investors to move money into Real Estate.  After the tech markets crashed, there was a similar reaction.

2.  The summer of 2011 was the second warmest on record.  Perhaps folks in the North were enjoying the pleasant summer month of August rather than thinking about their Florida Real Estate purchase.

3.  There is still a general belief that there is a shadow inventory coming onto the market.  Foreclosure inventory is lower and Buyers are still looking for 2008 and 2009 prices.  (Good luck with that, I don't see that happening, but I don't have a crystal ball)

I predict that a decrease will be noted on the number of Sales and Sales Prices in Cape Coral/Fort Myers for the month of August.    However, the Buyer interest is incredible.  Buyers are looking for a reason to get off the fence. 

There is no doubt that the Housing industry is still suffering throughout most parts of the Nation.  The government may have to intervene again to stimulate the housing market, as they did with the First Time Home Buyer tax rebate.  I wouldn't be surprised if there was some sort of incentive introduced before the next election.

Interestingly enough, Sellers are "holding tight" when it comes down to negotiations.  I can think of multiple transactions in our office negotiated during the last 60 days that fell through and were less than $5,000 apart. 

Here are the numbers for the week ending 9/7/11 (Data gathered through the Greater Fort Myers MLS)

Cape Coral  Residential Sold            41
Cape Coral Residential Pending       91
Cape Coral Lots Sold                        15
Cape Coral Lots Pending                  16
Fort Myers Residential Sold             56
Fort Myers Residential Pending       74

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Naples Foreclosures and Naples Short Sales

Naples Foreclosures and Short Sales are available now on our website at by using this link.   Our users have always been able to view the latest Foreclosure and Short Sale listings throughout Lee County, including Fort Myers and Cape Coral.  Recently, we have added several new agents who are ready to serve the Naples Real Estate needs at Florida WestShore Realty.  If you are looking for a foreclosure or short sale in Naples, we would be happy to assist you.  Our viewers can also view interactive maps and pinpoint grocery stores, banking, schools, and more that are in the vicinity of the listings.  We are gearing up for a busy season.  Our database has been active with potential buyers that plan on visiting this winter.  Currently, inventory is low.  Buyers are still looking for a deal and some Sellers are holding tight.  It is not uncommon right now to lose a deal over a few thousand dollars.  We will see if inventory improves in the coming months.  If inventory does not improve, we will see a big change in the Lee County Real Estate market.

Market Conditions

Cape Coral and Fort Myers Real Estate market conditions appear calm and cool compared to the wild ride on Wall Street.  The onslaught of positive media coverage is a good sign that the Southwest Florida Real Estate market is poised for growth. 

Check out the following POSITIVE news articles to learn about the current market conditions in Cape Coral and Fort Myers!

1.  Lee Industry Making a Come Back!

2.  Cape Coral Real Estate attracting International Investors

3.  Sanibel Island Real Estate Going Strong

4.  Southwest Florida Population to outpace State

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