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April 16, 2012
Posted April 16th, 2012 at 9:30 am by Michele Harrison
Naples, FL (April 13, 2012) — The overall housing inventory available declined 13 percent from the first quarter of 2011 which had 8,762 properties compared to the first quarter of 2012 with 7,596 available properties, according to a report released by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR), which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island).
The first quarter report provides quarterly comparisons of single-family home and condo sales (via the SunshineMLS), price ranges, geographic segmentation and includes an overall market summary. An overall summary combines the statistics for both single family and condominium properties.
The statistics are presented in chart format, along with the following statistics for first quarter 2012 compared to first quarter 2011:
- Overall pending sales increased 14 percent in the $300,000 to $500,000 category, 29 percent in the $500,000 to $1 million category, and 14 percent in the $1 million to $2 million category.
- Overall closed sales increased 21 percent in the $500,000 to $1 million category.
- Overall median closed price homes increased 14 percent.
- Inventory decreased 13 percent.
- The average DOM (Days on the Market) decreased 3 percent.
- Naples Beach Area overall pending sales increased 14 percent.
The March report provides annual comparisons of single-family home and condo sales (via the SunshineMLS), price ranges, geographic segmentation and includes an overall market summary.
The statistics are presented in chart format, along with the following statistics for March 2012:
- The overall median closed price increased 27 percent in March 2012 compared to March 2011.
- Pending sales increased 19 percent in the $500,000 to $1 million category for the 12-month period ending March 2012.
- Pending sales increased 57 percent in the $1 million to $2 million category in March 2012 compared to March 2011.
- Overall closed sales increased 13 percent in the $2 million plus category for the 12-month period ending March 2012.
- Overall closed sales increased 29 percent in the $500,000 to $1 million category in March 2012 compared to March 2011.
View the 1st Quarter 2012 Statistics
The Naples Area Board of REALTORS (NABOR) is an established organization (Chartered 1949) whose members have a positive and progressive impact on the Naples community. NABOR is a local board of REALTORS and real estate professionals with a legacy of nearly 60 years serving 4,000 plus member-customers. NABOR is a member of Florida REALTORS and the National Association of REALTORS, which is the largest trade association in the United States with more than 1.3 million members and over 1,400 local boards of REALTORS nationwide. NABOR is structured to provide programs and services to its membership through various committees and the NABOR Board of Directors, all of whose members are non-paid volunteers.
In addition to the NABOR report, the John R Wood Market Report for March 2012 and the John R Wood Neighborhood Snapshot Report are also available for review. The results from each of these reports demonstrate similar results as the NABOR Report. We are looking forward to a continued show in the April trend!
John R Wood Market Report March 2012
John R Wood Neighborhood Snapshot Report March 2012
For more information about real estate in Naples, please contact me.
April 12, 2012
Posted April 12th, 2012 at 3:43 pm by Michele Harrison
After selecting the new home of your choice with keys in hand, you are ready to begin the process of customizing your home to make it your own. With so many options out there, it’s helpful to gain an insight on what kind of trends you want to incorporate into your new Naples home. So many of your friends and family will want to come visit your beautiful Florida oasis, taking into account comfortable design, elegant style, luxurious material and bright colors will ensure your new home speaks to the paradise surrounding you.
The beauty of living in Florida is that you have the opportunity to embrace the bright, colorful options that can make a home look and feel like an enhancement of the view you see outside your window.
Luxury and bold colors can create a look of absolute comfort that when combined with sun streaming through your open window enhances the feeling of utter paradise experienced by those seeking escape from the cold, harsh, winters of the north. Florida Designer Homes offers luxurious home inspired ideas that also embrace the design that can only be found in our Gulf Coast paradise.
Though the bright and colorful options are excellent for our local coastline views, another top Naples, Florida trend continues to embrace the elegant style of the Mediterranean look. One of the highly sought after looks in our local luxury market, the outdoor views combined with the clean lines and style of the Mediterranean create an ambiance that cannot be found anywhere else on earth. Houzz.com has many different looks and ideas that you can use to help you identify which look suites your new home style.
Many homes in the top Naples Real Estate communities include featured designs with a customization that makes each one unique. With a variety of homes available in Port Royal, Aqualane Shores, near Fifth Avenue South and in Pelican Bay you are sure to find something that will meet your style and feels just right!
I welcome the opportunity to find a home that meets your design style and still feels like your own personal paradise. For more information please contact me.
April 6, 2012
Posted April 6th, 2012 at 11:17 am by Michele Harrison
With the Relay for Life coming up on Saturday, April 20th there are many opportunities to help make a difference. I invite you to join me in finding a cure!
Who do you know that has been affected by cancer? Your Mother, Daughter or Friend? What about your Dad, Husband or Son? I don’t think there’s a person who hasn’t been touched by this disease and that’s why The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life is more than just an event to me. It is my personal opportunity to help save lives from cancer.
I hope you will join me in walking the Relay For Life through the night on April 20th. Please also consider a donation to help our team Digging for the Cure reach our goal.
By taking part in the Relay, I am helping the American Cancer Society save lives. The American Cancer Society helps save lives by helping people stay well, get well, find cures and fight back. For more information about the ways the relay helps, click here.
As an active resident and business woman in the real estate industry in Naples, Florida, I treasure each and every day that I get to, not only live in paradise, but also have the opportunity to show others how they can achieve their own piece of paradise. Taking part in the Relay For Life is one event close to my heart, that helps our local community and allows me to give back to the community that has given me so much. Your support in cheering on those suffering means the world to me!
For more information about me and real estate in Naples, please contact me.
March 19, 2012
Posted March 19th, 2012 at 11:22 am by Michele Harrison
Overall pending home sales and closed home sales have increased five percent each in the 12-months ending February 2012 , according to data from the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®) which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island).
The rise in home sales is a positive sign and increased sales lead to less housing inventory in the Naples area. Overall inventory decreased 17 percent, from 9,213 in February 2011 to 7,888 in February 2012.
“One of the biggest gains is a 55 percent increase in pending sales from February 2011 to February 2012 for Naples area homes priced from $500,000 to $1 million,” stated Phil Wood, President & CEO of John R. Wood Realtors. “In February, homes in that price range took off like rockets.”
The overall market experienced 8,349 closed sales for the 12 months ending February 2012, compared to 7,929 closed sales for the 12-month period ending February 2011, according to NABOR® data.
“Price increases in certain categories of the market and falling inventory sets the stage for increased valuation,” remarked Dr. Shelton Weeks, Director of the Lucas Institute for Real Estate Development & Finance at Florida Gulf Coast University.
NABOR® data shows:
- Overall pending sales increased 55 percent in the $500,000 to $ 1 million category February 2011 to February 2012
- Overall closed sales increased 70 percent in the $2 million plus category February 2011 to February 2012
- Median closed prices overall are up 5 percent from February 2011 to February 2012
- Overall inventory reduced 17 percent from February 2011 to February 2012
- Overall average DOM (Days on the Market) decreased 4 percent from February 2011 to February 2012
- Overall pending sales increased 11 percent in the $300,000 to $500,000 category and 17 percent in the $500,000 to $ 1 million category 12-month ending
- Closed sales increased 13 percent in the $ 1 million to $2 million category 12-month ending
- Naples Beach area pending sales increased 17 percent and closed sales increased 20 percent 12-month ending
View the February 2012 Statistics
The Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR) is an established organization (Chartered 1949) whose members have a positive and progressive impact on the Naples community. NABOR® is a local board of REALTORS® and real estate professionals with a legacy of nearly 60 years serving 4,000 plus member-customers. NABOR is a member of the Florida REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS®, which is the largest trade association in the United States with more than 1.3 million members and over 1,400 local boards of REALTORS® nationwide. NABOR® is structured to provide programs and services to its membership through various committees and the NABOR® Board of Directors, all of whose members are non-paid volunteers.
For more information about real estate available in Naples, please contact me.
March 16, 2012
Posted March 16th, 2012 at 9:34 am by Michele Harrison
Naples boasts a diverse assortment of communities with various amenities and offerings to meet the needs of anyone looking for a retreat – either as a primary or vacation home. Three of my favorite communities that are among the most desired locations and capture the best of Naples’ luxurious lifestyles are Aqualane Shores, Port Royal and the quaint Old Naples.
One of the most luxurious and beautiful areas of Naples is near the Gordon River. The most prominent communities are Aqualane Shores and Port Royal. If you find yourself spellbound by the sight and sound of the gulf, these communities are for you! Imagine a community offering not only an astounding view of sunsets on the Gulf, but also boasting many homes directly on the navigable waterway. Boating and Fishing enthusiasts find easy access to Naples Bay & the Gulf of Mexico. Are lazy days at the beach more your style? With some homes directly on the beach, it’s easy to see why this area is so loved. When it’s time for some night life or a fun filled day of shopping, 3rd Street South delivers with shopping and dining within walking distance.
For those who wish to experience a more luxurious lifestyle, Port Royal is for you. Port Royal is a vision of Florida with the sights and sounds of the gulf, beautiful landscaping, and quiet surroundings it feels like you are on your own island. Plus luxury isn’t far away; the Port Royal Club fulfills the greatest of expectations with fine dining, entertainment, a health spa, and a stunning view of the Gulf. With easy access to both Third Street South and Fifth Avenue South shopping, dining and enrichment activities are available at every turn. Many of our part time residents never need leave this serene environment.
 Aqualane Shores, elegant architecture and gracious living spaces inside and out This exceptional waterfront home has direct Gulf of Mexico access. The main level living includes a gourmet kitchen, family room and dining, marble flooring, custom-crafted cabinetry, master suite, and open patio overlooking the water and pool area. The upper level is designed for guest comfort with a bonus area and 3 bedrooms. The lower living areas include stunning zero edge pool and spa, bonus great room, second kitchen, pool bath, fire-pit and outdoor cooking area. Dock includes space for 60′ boat, in addition to a 16,000 lb lift and space for dinghy. If you would like to hear more, contact me for details.
If you prefer a more active, family and dog friendly environment then Royal Harbor is your dream come true. The homes in Royal Harbor are luxurious and offer direct access to the lulling sounds and inviting sights of Naples Bay, Inland Waterway, and Gulf of Mexico. Add to it the utter joy of laughing children, families gathered together for an outdoor meal and a friendly environment that invites you to come join in and you end up with a stellar combination. Many homes in Royal Harbor offer easy access to Naples Bay right from their own backyard canal. Can’t you just envision a day with the family on the bay followed by an evening under the stars enjoying your outdoor kitchen? Surround yourself with luxury, activity and an environment rich with family friendly activities and you can’t go wrong.
With its quaint old Florida charm Old Naples offers an opportunity to celebrate the history of Naples, while enjoying the modern day amenities that we’ve come to enjoy. Old Naples would be ideal for those who are looking to downsize their home, those taking pleasure in their empty nest or those who celebrate history. Many like the notoriety of living in a vintage home, yet Fifth Avenue South and Third Street South are within walking and bike riding distance and boasting all of the dining and shopping that you could desire. Old Naples’ beautiful palm tree lined streets give you the opportunity to slow down and enjoy all that life has to offer. Old Naples is primarily Downtown Naples near the Naples Pier where beautiful sunsets rule the evening. Each avenue in Old Naples ends at the beach, can you imagine a more relaxing and pleasant sight to enjoy each and every day? Whether you are looking for a homey cottage or expansive mansion you have choices beyond compare in Old Naples.
 Old Naples, newly completed decorator model True Urban Lifestyle and value, and an easy stroll to the beach. Nestled away and offering elegant, privileged Old Naples Beach living at tree top level. Long sweeping southwest views of the Village and Gulf Sunsets and only 3 blocks away – expand this significant residence–14 ft ceilings, clerestory windows, elegant woodwork, creative architectural features and gracious refinements. Spectacular roof top pool and spa just steps away, with private deck and all-day sunshine. Weekly rentals & pets allowed. Only Two Condominiums remain. If you would like to hear more, contact me for details.
For more information about the listings currently available in these communities, or to discuss other prime location and golfing communities in Naples please contact me for more information.
March 13, 2012
Posted March 13th, 2012 at 9:18 am by Michele Harrison
If you crave culture and creativity, then Naples, FL is the place to be. We have multiple art shows throughout the season that boast world-renowned artists.
Coming up, we have the Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts, one of the most prestigious and well attended Art Festivals in the nation, with artists from across the country vying for the opportunity to be seen. The last major art festival of the season, the festival will be on Saturday March 24 and Sunday, March 25, 2012 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and will take place streetside on Fifth Avenue South in downtown Naples. Admission to the festival is free.
Last year, the event brought in thousands of people who gathered to view the fantastic art available at this festival. As you can see in the photo from Naples Daily News , many attend this enticing setting where trees canopy the streets, the smell of the ocean draws you in and the scenery surrounding you intensifies the effect of the Art Show. Incorporate the amazing artists with their stunning art and you’re sure to enjoy the day. Read more about the Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts in this article by Art SWFL.com.
The von Liebig Art Center, located in downtown Naples, includes details about the festival on their website, along with contact information, parking details and a list of the local sponsors who help make this festival happen. Volunteer and sponsorship information is also available if you want to help make this event a raving success. Click here to view their website for details about the festival. They also offer additional information about the many opportunities to enjoy local artistry available in Naples.
It continues to amaze me to see the talent of our local Naples Artistry and I urge you to spend some time walking downtown Fifth Avenue and Third Street South perusing the galleries for the perfect piece of art to accessorize your home.
I look forward to seeing you and your family at the festival! If you would like more information please contact me.
March 9, 2012
Posted March 9th, 2012 at 10:30 am by Michele Harrison
Naples, Florida offers many opportunities to enjoy all that life has to offer, and though I’ve said it many times, seeing it live always adds a dimension that can’t be described in words.
I hope that you enjoyed seeing so many of the opportunities available in Naples. Whether it be shopping, fine dining, gorgeous sunsets, art and cultural, or enjoying the beautiful environment all around, Naples truly is Paradise!
For more information about your new home in paradise, please contact me today!
March 6, 2012
Posted March 6th, 2012 at 3:23 pm by Michele Harrison
Here in Naples, we enjoy the outdoors whenever we can. And there is nothing like a parade to bring neighbors out to celebrate! The 34th Annual Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be on Saturday, March 17th 2012 at 11:00am. The flag raising ceremony kicks off the day of celebration and takes place at 9:30am at Crayton Cove.
The Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade is one of the most popular events and among the most queried events in Naples. The atmosphere of celebration and joy surrounding the event give it a carnival like atmosphere that appeals to adults and children alike. As you can see from the 2011 Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade photos from the Naples Daily News, the parade brings out the spirit of the Irish in one and all with the hilarious shenanigans, the numerous green floats, Irish song and dance and the beautiful Little Miss Smiling Eyes honored every year.
The parade begins at St. Ann’s Church in Old Naples, travels down 3rd Street South to 5th Avenue South to 8th Street South and ends at Crayton Cove. The St Patrick’s Day Parade Naples website includes more details surrounding the parade map, parking, the flag raising ceremony and includes a photo gallery from last year’s event. Take a moment to view the website and see what other fun events surrounding St. Patrick’s Day may be of interest…these events help to support the volunteer efforts of the organizers and help to make The Parade a success. The 9th Annual Pub Crawl is one of the most popular fundraising events for The Parade and is well attended and entertaining every year! Will you be there?
I look forward to seeing you in your green, enjoying every moment of The Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade with your family and friends!
For more information please contact me.
February 24, 2012
Posted February 24th, 2012 at 1:01 pm by Michele Harrison
Pending home sales of Naples area mid-priced single-family homes and condos (between $300,000 and $ 1 million) surged 29 percent in January 2012, according to a report released by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®) which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island).
According to Phil Wood, President & CEO of John R. Wood Realtors, “Pending sales were very strong in January, plus some of the transactions were new development projects.”
Naples Area Board of REALTORS® data shows that the overall market experienced 8,295 closed sales for the 12 months ending January 2012, a 5 percent increase over the 12-month period ending January 2011 (7,879 closed sales). NABOR® data shows:
- Overall pending sales in the $300,000 to $500,000 category increased 34 percent from 115 in January 2011 to 154 in January 2012.
- Closed sales in the $1 million to $2 million category increased 13 percent from 336 to 379 for the 12- month period ending January 2012.
- Inventory dropped 19 percent from 9,388 in January 2011 and remains at a low level with 7,860 available properties in January 2012.
- Average days on the market (DOM) in the $500,000 to $1 million category decreased 10 percent from 213 in January 2011 to 192 in January 2012.
- Overall sales of homes and condos between $1million and $2 million increased 53 percent, January 2012 compared to January 2011.
“The $500,000 to $1 million category has been historically a leading market indicator, and that category experienced a 23 percent rise in pending sales from 100 in January 2011 to 123 in January 2012, a positive sign,” remarked Dr. Shelton Weeks, Director of the Lucas Institute for Real Estate Development & Finance at Florida Gulf Coast University.
Click here to view the January 2012 Statistics
For more information about real estate in Naples, please contact me.
The Naples Area Board of REALTORS (NABOR) is an established organization (Chartered 1949) whose members have a positive and progressive impact on the Naples community. NABOR is a local board of REALTORS and real estate professionals with a legacy of nearly 60 years serving 4,000 plus member-customers. NABOR is a member of Florida REALTORS and the National Association of REALTORS, which is the largest trade association in the United States with more than 1.3 million members and over 1,400 local boards of REALTORS nationwide. NABOR is structured to provide programs and services to its membership through various committees and the NABOR Board of Directors, all of whose members are non-paid volunteers.
Posted February 24th, 2012 at 7:43 am by Michele Harrison
2012 promises to be a great year, not only in my mind but also in the hard numbers found in our Year End Statistical Report and an exciting article regarding Soaring List Prices.
“Median list prices nationwide have risen 4.05 percent on a year-over-year basis, according to November housing data of 146 metro areas from Realtor.com. Fewer cities are reporting year-over-year list price declines, “suggesting a growing optimism on the part of sellers about 2012 market conditions,” according to Realtor.com.” The article goes on to list Naples, Florida as #2 in the rankings! Click here to read the entire article.
On the heels of this newest development, I received word, “The number of new listings placed in inventory declined for the fifth consecutive year. Short sales and foreclosures also continued to drop as a percentage of total inventory, down from 19% in January 2011 to 12% a year later.” Click here to read the entire article.
The bottom of the market appears to have passed and this is great news for sellers. With Naples being in the number two spot in the top 10 Soaring List Prices, we can celebrate a slow but steady increase not only in home sales, but in the Naples market in general. Home sales directly affect all of the other aspects of business that make this a great place to live!
Are you reading this article, wishing that you had moved on something earlier? It’s not too late, though the available inventory is limited, we can work to find you something that you will love. Contact me today to talk about my listings and how we can help you find your dream home in Naples, Fl.
I’m looking forward to what the rest of 2012 will bring!
For more information about real estate in Naples, please contact me.
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