Naples, FL

No Low Balling in Naples Foreclosures

12-04-09

Sal Antsipenka: Mortgage Company in Naples, FL

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Office: (239) 297-3992

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Secondary: (941) 227-0131

My advice to Naples real estate foreclosure buyers and investors these days - don't offer $200K for $250K foreclosure. You are wasting your and my time. Naples home foreclosures are selling within days with buyers either matching or exceeding original REO asking price. Call it a new bubble or location, location thing, it is definitely happening in Naples. Most of my clients are foreign nationals and West Coast wealthy investors who heard of or visited Naples continuously. Now thy are scooping everything up without regard of making initial low offers. Maybe it is only my sentiment, but having 2-3 new clients and 3-4 additional good leads almost daily is surprising and encouraging.

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It's going to SNOW in Naples FL this weekend!

12-03-09

Marcia Hawken - Naples Luxury Specialist

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Office: (239) 513-9132

70 tons of snow! Wear your mittens or gloves, boots and hats. It's that time of the year. Time to go to the SnowFest.

Collier County Parks and Recreation has been sponsoring this fun event for 24 years to allow Naples families to celebrate the winter, even if it's 85 degrees and sunny.

The "snow" is quite amazing. 900 blocks of ice are chipped to generate fun for everyone.

There are numerous attractions at the snow fest:

Elves magic workshop, ice skating rink, Santa's South Pole, music wonderland, Claus's petting zoo, Tsunami giant slide, carnival games and rides, and more!

Every year, free shuttle service is provided to and from the Golden Gate Community Park, where the Snow Fest takes place.

The whole event is made possible through generous volunteers, vendors and sponsors. It is a very well put together event and has inspired many Florida cities to put together their own Snowfests with the guidance of Collier County.

Snowfest is fun for people of all ages. It goes from 10 am through 5pm on December 5. The carnival will also be open on Sunday, Dec. 6, from 10 to 5. Extended fun!

Park and shuttle locations are: Berkshire Commons Plaza, K-mart Plaza and Calusa Park Elementary School again. Last year, parking took place at the Golden Gate High School. Parking is completely free, but be sure to arrive early. It will be crowded!

For more information about the Snow Fest, you can go to SnowFestNaples.com or call 239.252.4000

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Naples Single Family Bargain in Saturnia Lakes

12-02-09

Tim Ryan

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Office: (239) 963-4070

Every now and then, a deal comes along that buyers must pay attention to. In the Naples real estate market, most buyers seek vacation and resort style amenities. Only recently have we seen a shift in preferences with more and more buyers seeking more Naples homes for sale, and not the typical Carriage homes. Instead, buyers like the newer communities that have recently tailored to most home buyers wants - guard gate, pool, clubhouse, fitness, tennis, activities, landscaping, safety and neighborhood feel. One community that ranks high in all these amenities is Saturnia Lakes. Located off Immokalee Rd, the community is a terrific destination for all types of home buyers. There are no condos in the development. There are many younger couples. At the same time, older retirees favor the amenities. There are activities for children, and get togethers for Moms. There are holiday parties, and everyone has their door open and lights on for Halloween. The mix gives the community a really sincere neighborhood feel.

Naples Real Estate - Saturnia Canary Ct One unit that is currently listed at $269,000, a former model home of the developer, has been totally upgraded at the time these were selling fast. It can be seen here, or if it sells by the time you are reading this, you can see the MLS listing here. The backyard is decorated with custom paver area and a built in grill. The home overlooks the lake and is great for entertaining. This is a terrific deal given no other home is listed under $300,000, and anything with 3 or more bedrooms is $329k and up. Looking at closed sale prices, here are all closings on this particular street (built in 2002):

	MLNum	List Price	Selling Price	Bedrooms	Full Baths	Half Baths	Living Area	Closed Sale Date
1	205027422	$1,050,000	$1,000,000	2+Den	2	1	2678	9/30/2005
2	205027389	$1,025,000	$985,000	3 Bed	3	0	2616	11/18/2005
3	205027381	$885,000	$835,000	3+Den	3	0	2735	10/18/2005
4	205027338	$750,000	$725,760	2+Den	2	1	2333	10/7/2005
5	205027386	$780,000	$725,000	2 Bed	2	1	2435	10/11/2005
6	205027318	$750,000	$670,000	3 Bed	2	1	2452	9/28/2005
7	205027353	$710,000	$650,000	3+Den	3	0	2440	11/28/2005
8	205027327	$650,000	$625,000	2+Den	2	0	1928	10/19/2005
9	205027294	$620,000	$595,000	3+Den	2	0	2078	9/30/2005
10	205027231	$530,000	$510,000	2+Den	2	0	1751	10/3/2005
11	209030902	$429,500	$400,000	4 Bed	2	1	2678	10/29/2009

All these sales were in 2005 with the exception of 1, which was recent, in October, sold for $400,000. This unit, listed at $269, is over $60k less than the next 3 bedroom home! (as of 12-2-09)

If your interested in single family gated communities like this one, visit our Naples single family gated community profile page.

Tim Ryan, Naples Realtor

(239) 963-4070

info@naplesguru.com

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Montenero at Pelican Bay, Naples FL

12-02-09

Marcia Hawken - Naples Luxury Specialist

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Office: (239) 513-9132

"The jewel in the crown" of Pelican Bay upscale high-rise living. 20 floors and 133 units of ultimate luxury with sweeping views of Upper Clam Bay, Parkshore and the sparkling lights of Bay Colony.

Montenero at Pelican Bay is located off Pelican Bay Boulevard adjacent to the North tram station for access to the berm, Pelican Bay beach facilities and Sandpiper Cafe.

The leasing policy at Montenero allows one lease with a 90 day minimum.

Montenero residents enjoy multiple amenities, including community pool with deck and barbecue area, fitness room, high security, billiard room, additonal guest suites, fitness room, and more.

In addition, Montenero residents enjoy the lifestyle and luxury amenities that Pelican Bay has to offer!

For information on Montenero features, amenities and condo units for sale, please contact your Naples Luxury Property Specialist at 239.269.0434.

For information on more Pelican Bay Communities, you may follow the links below:

Avalon at Pelican Bay

Barrington at Pelican Bay

Barrington Club at Pelican Bay

Bay Villas at Pelican Bay

Beauville at Pelican Bay

Breakwater at Pelican Bay

Bridge Way Villas at Pelican Bay

Calais at Pelican Bay

Cannes at Pelican Bay

Cap Ferrat at Pelican Bay

Carlton Place at Pelican Bay

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Chanteclair Manor at Pelican Bay

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Chateaumere Royale at Pelican Bay

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Crescent at Pelican Bay

Dorchester at Pelican Bay

Georgetown at Pelican Bay

Glencove at Pelican Bay

Grand Bay at Pelican Bay

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Heron at Pelican Bay

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Jamestown at Pelican Bay

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Marbella at Pelican Bay

Oak Lake Sanctuary at Pelican Bay

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Pointe at Pelican Bay

Pointe Verde at Pelican Bay

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Sanctuary at Pelican Bay

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St. Lucia Gardens at Pelican Bay

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Valencia at Pelican Bay

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Waterford at Pelican Bay

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Being Bored is NOT an option for Pelican Bay residents!

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St. Lucia at Pelican Bay, Naples FL

12-02-09

Marcia Hawken - Naples Luxury Specialist

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Office: (239) 513-9132

Just 86 residences in this 15 story atrium styled high-rise off Pelican Bay Boulevard. St. Lucia at Pelican Bay is direclty behind St. Lucia Gardens and offers forever views of Gulf of Mexico, preserve and sparkling lights of Parkshore.

St. Lucia is close to the Pelican Bay Foundation office (The Commons) and the tennis courts.

In addition, St. Lucia residents enjoy the lifestyle and luxury amenities that Pelican Bay has to offer!

For information on St. Lucia features, amenities and condo units for sale, please contact your Naples Luxury Property Specialist at 239.269.0434.

For information on more Pelican Bay Communities, you may follow the links below:

Avalon at Pelican Bay

Barrington at Pelican Bay

Barrington Club at Pelican Bay

Bay Villas at Pelican Bay

Beauville at Pelican Bay

Breakwater at Pelican Bay

Bridge Way Villas at Pelican Bay

Calais at Pelican Bay