The boat lift in NW Cape Coral is currently being removed. This WILL give boaters a more direct access to the gulf of mexico. It was already gulf access. Now, for the time being, it is just easier and quicker to get out to open water.

They are conducting an environmental study for at least a year to see how this effects everything. Then they may or may not put up another lift or something else.

So question, do I think this can help home sales in the area? Of course. I think if buyers see how their access just became better it will make them like that area more.

Of course, this may or may not be forever. Things can change. Things can change anytime. For anything.

At the present time and without my crystal ball I cannot say if the lift will be rebuilt. They don't seem to know yet either.

There is a lot of bad information out there. Heck, I see agents with listings on FRESHwater with no access to the Gulf advertising them as Gulf Access. Maybe they didn't know. Maybe they did. They should. Either way - buyers be careful.

Make sure you work with a real estate agent who knows the area. I've lived in Cape Coral since 1994. I cannot say I know everything but I'll assist you in finding the answers to your questions.

"Wooing Buyers" I don't think so. Pointing out a PLUS - sure thing!

"Realtors using it as a sales pitch for Gulf Access" - It IS Gulf Access, now and BEFORE :)

Interviewed by ABC-7 Today ~

Enjoy my video

Or read the story about the Ceitus Lift.

Susan Milner

Florida Future Realty, Inc.

(239) 542-8521

Search Cape Coral & other area listings: www.Florida-Future-Realty.com

Susan@SusanMilner.com

Cape Coral Real Estate | Riverfront Homes Under 1 Million

Cape Coral riverfront homes can now be purchased for under 1 million dollars. These prices were unheard of until recently. The Caloosahatchee river is the separator of Cape Coral and Fort Myers. The river goes out to the Gulf of Mexico. The views are just amazing from the river in Cape Coral.

Riverfont under 1mil

Cape Coral - Cape Coral Address: Read More Edith Esplanade Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $899,900 Photo 1 of 9 See More MLS ID: 200823402 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 2237 Agent Remarks: Don't let the age fool you on this updated pool home located on the Caloosahatchee River in Cape Coral. Home features updated kitchen with granite counters, new carpet, newer roof, hurricane shutter, heated pool with spa, oversized two car garage for extra storage. Master suite with sitting area, spacious family and living room all with incredible views of the river. Boaters dream set up with two boat lifts one that is 25,000 pounds and the other at 10,000 pounds. Also plenty of room for entertaining, huge under trussed lanai with outdoor kitchen and grill looking over pool and river. Oversized lot and oversize side load garage. Bring your buyers they will lover this piece of paradise... Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.3 Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX Realty Team - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Cape Coral Address: Read More SE 22nd Pl Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $999,000 Photo 1 of 9 See More MLS ID: 200761479 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 2463 Agent Remarks: SPECTACULAR RIVER VIEWS! Built by Aranda Homes in 2001, this gorgeous pool home has formal Living, Dining & Family rooms in a great open floorplan. Kitchen has corian counters, custom wooden cabinetry, build-in desk, breakfast nook and huge breakfast bar overlooking Family room. Oversized travertine/marble tiles throughout, with natural cork flooring in bedrooms, volume/tray ceilings, designer fans w/remotes. Master bedroom overlooks the River through sliding glass doors, Master bath has walk-in closet, whirlpool tub, tiled walk-in shower (for 2) with designer natural stone enhancements plus all Hansgrohe fixtures. All bathrooms have the same beautiful natural stone finish. Also equipped with a reverse osmosis water softener, hurricane shutters and an air conditioned garage. Newly painted inside and outside, updated tropical landscaping, fabulous pool and lanai area surrounded with gorgeous tile. Kayak or wind-surf,right from your own dock - this home is the best deal on the River! Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.24 Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX Realty Team - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Palaco Grande Address: Read More Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $849,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200813277 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1846 Agent Remarks: Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.31 Listing courtesy of: Century 21 Sunbelt Realty, Inc - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - No Subdivision Address: Read More SE 22nd Pl Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $869,000 Photo 1 of 8 See More MLS ID: 200811949 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1907 Agent Remarks: Contemporary home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, nicely decorated with beautiful views of the river. Located in Cornwallis off Del Prado - A must see for someone that wants to live on the river. Sold As Is. Compressor New 2007, Carpeting is less than 4 yrs, Pool heated by heat pumps. Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.25 Listing courtesy of: Gates D'Alessandro & Woodyard - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Unit 1 Part 2 Address: Read More Dolphin Dr Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $850,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200749646 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1993 Agent Remarks: LOWEST PRICED RIVERFRONT HOME THERE FROM THE BEACH!!READY FOR IMMEDIATE SALE!!! PRICED JUST DROPPED BY ANOTHER 200 GRAND!!!RIVERFRONT HOME W/MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS. WALKING DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE BEACH. LOCATED NEAR GORGEOUS YACHT CLUB AREA WITH NEW HOMES ALL AROUND. FANTASTIC LOCATION!!! BRING YOUR BOAT AND SAIL AWAY, GREAT FISHING!! DONT MISS OUT! WALK TO THE BEACH!!!CITY SEWER AND WATER IN AND PAID FOR!!NEW EXPENSIVE HOMES ON THAT STREET CURRENTLY BEING BUILT!! Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.37 Listing courtesy of: Professional Realty Consultant - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Cape Coral Address: Read More Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $795,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200800591 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 4 Sq Ft: n/a Agent Remarks: Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.23 Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX of the Islands - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Cape Coral Address: Read More SE 21st Pl Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $875,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200759063 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 2157 Agent Remarks: SHORT SALE SUBJECT TO LENDER'S APPROVAL . Stunning home begins with the brick paved circular drive entering through double front doors. The spacious living area with tray ceiling has 12' wide pocketing sliders overlooking gorgeous pool and the Caloosahatchee River. Nice large tile, 10' ceilings, crown moldings, wide baseboards and door trims. The kitchen offers 42 tall woodgrain cabinets with corian countertops, breakfast bar and eat in kitchen and mitred glass windows with full view of the pool and River. The family room and large master bedroom take full advantage of the pool and river views as well through French doors. Glass enclosed shower, jetted Roman tub and dual vanity make the master bath very luxurious and relaxing. Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.3 Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX Realty Team - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Yacht Club Address: Read More Coral Dr Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $900,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200735213 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 1984 Agent Remarks: Location, River view and lot size make this property a real jewel! You will fall in love with this beautifully remodeled home. Open floor plan and lots of sliding glass doors to the huge pool area offer stunning views of the River from the entire living area! New kitchen w/ breakfast bar, open formal dining or den and living room. Skylight to bring in the sunshine. You will love the large heated pool w/ waterfall spa and the spacious lanai area equipped with accordion shutters. The 135ft captains walk and 50ft boat dock w/ 10,000lbs lift make this a boater's dream! Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.37 Listing courtesy of: Sellstate Priority Realty Netw - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Coral Point Address: Read More Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $650,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200743708 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 1986 Agent Remarks: Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.23 Listing courtesy of: Century 21 Sunbelt Realty, Inc - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Riverfont under 1mil

Cape Coral - Cape Coral Address: Read More Edith Esplanade Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $899,900 Photo 1 of 9 See More MLS ID: 200823402 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 2237 Agent Remarks: Don't let the age fool you on this updated pool home located on the Caloosahatchee River in Cape Coral. Home features updated kitchen with granite counters, new carpet, newer roof, hurricane shutter, heated pool with spa, oversized two car garage for extra storage. Master suite with sitting area, spacious family and living room all with incredible views of the river. Boaters dream set up with two boat lifts one that is 25,000 pounds and the other at 10,000 pounds. Also plenty of room for entertaining, huge under trussed lanai with outdoor kitchen and grill looking over pool and river. Oversized lot and oversize side load garage. Bring your buyers they will lover this piece of paradise... Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.3 Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX Realty Team - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Cape Coral Address: Read More SE 22nd Pl Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $999,000 Photo 1 of 9 See More MLS ID: 200761479 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 2463 Agent Remarks: SPECTACULAR RIVER VIEWS! Built by Aranda Homes in 2001, this gorgeous pool home has formal Living, Dining & Family rooms in a great open floorplan. Kitchen has corian counters, custom wooden cabinetry, build-in desk, breakfast nook and huge breakfast bar overlooking Family room. Oversized travertine/marble tiles throughout, with natural cork flooring in bedrooms, volume/tray ceilings, designer fans w/remotes. Master bedroom overlooks the River through sliding glass doors, Master bath has walk-in closet, whirlpool tub, tiled walk-in shower (for 2) with designer natural stone enhancements plus all Hansgrohe fixtures. All bathrooms have the same beautiful natural stone finish. Also equipped with a reverse osmosis water softener, hurricane shutters and an air conditioned garage. Newly painted inside and outside, updated tropical landscaping, fabulous pool and lanai area surrounded with gorgeous tile. Kayak or wind-surf,right from your own dock - this home is the best deal on the River! Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.24 Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX Realty Team - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Palaco Grande Address: Read More Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $849,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200813277 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1846 Agent Remarks: Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.31 Listing courtesy of: Century 21 Sunbelt Realty, Inc - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - No Subdivision Address: Read More SE 22nd Pl Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $869,000 Photo 1 of 8 See More MLS ID: 200811949 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1907 Agent Remarks: Contemporary home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, nicely decorated with beautiful views of the river. Located in Cornwallis off Del Prado - A must see for someone that wants to live on the river. Sold As Is. Compressor New 2007, Carpeting is less than 4 yrs, Pool heated by heat pumps. Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.25 Listing courtesy of: Gates D'Alessandro & Woodyard - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Unit 1 Part 2 Address: Read More Dolphin Dr Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $850,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200749646 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1993 Agent Remarks: LOWEST PRICED RIVERFRONT HOME THERE FROM THE BEACH!!READY FOR IMMEDIATE SALE!!! PRICED JUST DROPPED BY ANOTHER 200 GRAND!!!RIVERFRONT HOME W/MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS. WALKING DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE BEACH. LOCATED NEAR GORGEOUS YACHT CLUB AREA WITH NEW HOMES ALL AROUND. FANTASTIC LOCATION!!! BRING YOUR BOAT AND SAIL AWAY, GREAT FISHING!! DONT MISS OUT! WALK TO THE BEACH!!!CITY SEWER AND WATER IN AND PAID FOR!!NEW EXPENSIVE HOMES ON THAT STREET CURRENTLY BEING BUILT!! Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.37 Listing courtesy of: Professional Realty Consultant - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Cape Coral Address: Read More Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $795,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200800591 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 4 Sq Ft: n/a Agent Remarks: Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.23 Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX of the Islands - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Cape Coral Address: Read More SE 21st Pl Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $875,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200759063 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 2157 Agent Remarks: SHORT SALE SUBJECT TO LENDER'S APPROVAL . Stunning home begins with the brick paved circular drive entering through double front doors. The spacious living area with tray ceiling has 12' wide pocketing sliders overlooking gorgeous pool and the Caloosahatchee River. Nice large tile, 10' ceilings, crown moldings, wide baseboards and door trims. The kitchen offers 42 tall woodgrain cabinets with corian countertops, breakfast bar and eat in kitchen and mitred glass windows with full view of the pool and River. The family room and large master bedroom take full advantage of the pool and river views as well through French doors. Glass enclosed shower, jetted Roman tub and dual vanity make the master bath very luxurious and relaxing. Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.3 Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX Realty Team - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Yacht Club Address: Read More Coral Dr Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $900,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200735213 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 1984 Agent Remarks: Location, River view and lot size make this property a real jewel! You will fall in love with this beautifully remodeled home. Open floor plan and lots of sliding glass doors to the huge pool area offer stunning views of the River from the entire living area! New kitchen w/ breakfast bar, open formal dining or den and living room. Skylight to bring in the sunshine. You will love the large heated pool w/ waterfall spa and the spacious lanai area equipped with accordion shutters. The 135ft captains walk and 50ft boat dock w/ 10,000lbs lift make this a boater's dream! Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.37 Listing courtesy of: Sellstate Priority Realty Netw - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

Cape Coral - Coral Point Address: Read More Cape Coral, FL 33904 Price: $650,000 Photo 1 of 10 See More MLS ID: 200743708 Property Type: Single Family Home Status: Active Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 1986 Agent Remarks: Lot Info: Sq Ft: n/a Acres: 0.23 Listing courtesy of: Century 21 Sunbelt Realty, Inc - source: sandicor - last update: May 6, 2008 Information is believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed.

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Cape Coral Real Estate – Cape Coral Short Sales

The Cape Coral real estate market is quite intriguing these days.

As many have noticed, there are plenty of short sales and bank owned properties for sale in Cape Coral.

We get calls every day from buyers asking about short sales in Cape Coral. Some of these Cape Coral buyers have been reading a lot on the internet and some have spoken with many different real estate agents as well. Funny thing is, they are getting plenty of different answers about how short sales work. Some advice they get about Cape Coral short sales is good. And some advice not so good.

Our office has a system in place to handle the short sales in Cape Coral. At times negotiating short sales can be trying. It is a lot of work but they are closing.

I wanted to find out how many short sales were actually closing in Cape Coral so I did some research. I pulled the information from the Ft. Myers MLS. So of course, this is not inclusive of EVERY sale in Cape Coral. Some may have been handled in other MLSs or possibly by owner or through an investor.

But this does give us a GOOD IDEA of what is going on in Cape Coral.

Today is 4/29/2008. I pulled the data from 1/01/2008 through yesterday 4/28/2008. I’m sure many closings will take place today and tomorrow since we are at the end of the month. I’ll update that in a few days.

During this time period, 999 residential properties have closed in Cape Coral. This includes single family homes, condos, town homes, villas and manufactured homes. It does not include multi-family properties or vacant land.  Of those 999 sales, 878 were NOT short sales. They may have been bank-owned (previously foreclosed on) or they were sold directly from the seller.

121 of the homes sold were labeled as short sales. I went through a lot of these listings and found a handful that were labeled as short sales for some reason but were actually bank owned. So I’m sure this # is off a bit. But then again, some of them that were not labeled a short sale might have been short sales.

Garbage in = Garbage out. Overall though, this is a fairly accurate portrayal of the truth.

So what does this data mean? In my opinion

1)  Not everything selling in Cape Coral is a short sale – only about 12% of sales are in fact, short sales.

2)  Short sales do SELL. I know there are consumers out there and even some real estate agents who don’t think they are selling. But here’s proof that they are.

3)  MANY PROPERTIES ARE SELLING IN CAPE CORAL!

We may still have quite a bit of inventory to absorb but overall we’re doing A-OK. In fact, many of these short sales, bank owned properties, and well priced typical sales are actually obtaining MULTIPLE OFFERS. Something that has been going on recently and was nearly unheard of since the peak in 2005.

If you are looking for a great buy in Cape Coral, Florida, contact us today to learn more about this truly amazing market.  I’m no fortune teller but the facts speak pretty loudly here!

The price range of these Cape Coral real estate properties ranged from $39,000 all the way through to $1,700,000! Hence, we have a home in Cape Coral for EVERY price range!

Active as of today 04/29/2008

Total in Cape Coral: 5,524

Short Sales in Cape Coral: 2,107 (38% of actives are short sales)

Prices ranging from $39,000 through to $8,000,000

Active contingent-Pending Sale as of today 4/29/2008

Total in Cape Coral: 1194

Short Sales: 502 (42% of pendings are short sales)