Overnight campers and lines are expected as buyers eagerly await the Grand Opening of Riverstone Naples Saturday morning.
We were at Riverstone Naples today to preview the model homes today in anticipation of the Grand Opening. "All the models and decorations look amazing," according to Derek Anderson at White Sand Realty in Olde Naples. "I have five buyers ready to put deposits down in the morning. It was great to get a sneak peek at the models. Everyone is extremely excited about the opening," Anderson went on to say.
The Carlyle model looks to be one of the favorites. Priced at $439,900 with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a 3-car garage and 3,051 square feet of living area, the Carlyle is easy to fall in love with.
There are 15 models to chose from and 850 total homes will be constructed at Riverstone Naples.
Opening day incentives will include $10,000 to $15,000 off of upgrades or lot premiums. This will be a huge savings to the first purchasers at Riverstone.
For brochures and information on Riverston Naples, please call 239-417-1115.
Although the Ravens season ended last night in a close playoff game with the Patriots, center Matt Birk (No. 77), may be looking forward to licking his wounds in sunny Naples, Florida in the weeks to come.
Birk purchased a home in Naples for vacations with his wife and six children earlier this year.
Matt and his wife were in Naples over the summer and decided that it was a perfect place to vacation as a family. As a Harvard graduate and recently named in the top 10 smartest athletes by Sporting News, other NFL players may want to follow his lead.
"Matt purchased a single-family home for a great price, close to Olde Naples and the beaches," according to his Realtor, Mark Weber, Broker and owner of White Sands Realty. "Matt is an intelligent guy and conservative. He sees the value in buying real estate now and knows there is little downside to a home in Naples," said Weber.
For privacy reasons, we won't divulge exactly where Matt Birk purchased his Naples home. We can tell you it was a new home in a community close to downtown and the beach.
Other notable celebrity athletes calling Naples, Florida home are Mike Ditka, NFL player and coach and Larry Bird, NBA basketball player.
"I hope more athletes will take Matt's lead and call Naples home in their off-season. It's laid back and low key here which translates to less celebrity pressure. A family guy like Matt can blend in and keep a low profile in Naples," commented Weber.
Positive news on the housing market is already peaking though the black clouds in 2012.
According to data released today by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) & First American Improving Markets Index (IMI), the number of housing markets across the US has almost doubled in January. New additions from Southwest Florida include Punta Gorda and Cape Coral.
Improvement in housing and real estate corresponds perfectly with the positive trends we are already seeing in the Naples home market. With inventory down in the first quarter of 2012, buyers looking for deals on bank foreclosures are entering bidding wars more times than not.
According to Derek Anderson a Realtor at White Sands Realty in Naples, "My buyers just won out on a bidding war on a single-family home and are very excited to close. At first, we were told that we had a day to bring our 'highest and best offer.' They had no idea how high they had to go to get the home. We could have easily undercut it."
Other positive indications for the Southwest Florida market are readily seen in new construction rising all around. Projects that were once on permanent hold, are now actively under construction. Builders are seeing and answering the demand for new homes.
A great example is the new Riverstone community of 850 homes beginning later this month. Many prospective buyers are planning on being there on opening day to put deposits down on the best lots. According to Anderson, "I have some clients who plan on getting out there before the sun rises to be first in line."
All of these factors are pointing in the direction of a housing market that is moving slowly, but surely to the upside in 2012.
Amazing Naples, Florida home on the Gulf of Mexico was just voted one of the Top 25 Oceanfront Homes by Ocean Home magazine.
This beachfront home is one of the finest estate homes for sale in Southwest Florida. Naples Florida luxury real estate doesn't get better than this.
This luxury home, priced at $21.9 million is located in the community of Port Royal next to downtown Naples. The home's address is 45 S 32nd Avenue, Naples, Florida 34102. Even though Port Royal is a highly exclusive luxury home negiborhood, the streets are public. You can drive by this home and even use the public beach acess on 32nd Ave South right next door (Please make an appointment to see the home in person if your are in the market and do not trespass or invade the owner's privacy).
With 8,226 square feet of living area and 6 bedrooms, this home has pleanty of space for a large family or as a Florida vacation home. There are 5 full bathrooms and 2 powder rooms.
The home was newly constructed in 2010 to the latest wind and building codes. Many luxury appointments such as travertine, onyx, Costa Brava granite and copper hammered sinks make this home a masterpiece of workmanship and design.
Other featured rooms include a wine room, study, butler's pantry, servant's quarters and an outdoor living area complete with kitchen and fireplace.
This is the 4th annual list of Ocean Home magazine's Top 25 Ocean Homes for sale in the U.S. The current issue (May-June) is out on news stands now displaying the most luxurious and exclusive oceanfront homes currently for sale from coast to coast.
So, you've paid your dues to the working world, filled-up your piggy bank and now your're looking for the best place to make base camp for your golden years.
Just head about as far south on the Gulf coast of Florida as humanly possible (at least by way of car anyway) to what once was a small, sleepy fishing town.
Naples, Florida is winning top awards for it's great weather (averaging 75 degrees Fahrenheit year round) charm, and laid-back sophistication on the Gulf coast. In the last few months, both Bankrate.com and Portfolio.com have named Naples, Florida as one of the top retirement destinations in the U.S. And with additional rankings as "top 10 beach town" and "top 10 art town," it's no wonder Naples is considered the crown jewel of Southwest Florida for second-home buyers and vacation homes as well.
Like most beach towns, Naples homes increase in price considerably depending on the proximity to the beach. Real estate prices vary greatly from $175,000 up to over $22 Million in exclusive luxury home communities like Port Royal.
Whatever your desire, Naples has something for all ages and all incomes. Besides the weather and world class beaches, many are drawn to Naples for it's palm-lined streets, outdoor cafes and boutique shopping.
For your last home, second-home or even raising children, Naples, Florida should be at the top of every home buyer's wish list.
Mark Weber is a Naples Florida Realtor & broker with over 20 years of experience. He is a 30+ resident of Naples where he lives with his family. He is the owner of White Sands Realty in Olde Naples.
Dear Visitor:
White Sands Realty is a leader in the Naples Florida real estate market. We are the premier Naples Homes Center where you can find everything about homes and condos for sale in Naples, Estero, Marco Island and Bonita Springs Florida. Whether you need a buyer's broker to find your dream home or exclusive marketing and sales services to sell your home, White Sands Realty provides exceptional local Expertise (our owner has been a resident of Naples for over 30 years and we know the best values around), Integrity (we protect and look after your best intrerests) and Professionalism (we provide world class service and unsurpassed value to our clients).
White Sands Realty has a longstanding history in the Naples community. Mark Weber, Broker and owner has put together a top team of Naples Realtors from the Naples Area Board of Realtors to exceed your expectations and make owning a home in Naples a dream come true.
Mark Weber, Broker for White Sands Realty, has worked in real estate for over 20 years. He is a sought-after authority on Naples Florida real estate and expert on the luxury home market. 
Use our comprehensive property search to find all homes and condos for sale in Naples, Florida, USA. Here you will find over 13,000 Naples properties for sale and view thousands of photos and virtual tours of homes on the waterfront with Gulf access and on the beach in areas of Port Royal, Olde Naples, Aqualane Shores, Royal Harbor, the Moorings, Park Shore, Pelican Bay, Pine Ridge, Aviano at Naples and the new home community of Marbella Lakes. See premier golf course communities like Mediterra, The Quarry, Collier's Reserve and Grey Oaks.
White Sands Realty provides all Naples Florida real estate for sale. Use it as often as you like to find your dream home in Florida. When you find something interesting and want to know more, we'd be happy to answer your questions and set up a time to show you the property in person.
2011 is shaping up to be a strong buyer's market with incredible values for those wishing to make a move to Naples for the first time or up in size or location closer to our award winning beaches. Naples, Florida is consistently rated consistently one of the top cities to live and our white sand beaches make the most exclusive top 10 lists across the globe.
Our Realtors are ready to assist you in your search for a Naples home you'll love or in the sale of your existing home or condo. We invite all your comments and suggestions and hope you will choose to follow our our footsteps to the home of your dreams.
Best Regards,
Mark Weber, Broker & Owner
National Association of Realtors, Florida Association of Realtors, Naples Area Board of Realtors, Better Business Bureau
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"Thanks to White Sands Realty for all the hard work helping us find the perfect home at a great price. I would recommend your services to any person wanting to find a home in Naples. I especially appreciate the follow through after the closing to make sure all the details were buttoned up. It is rare to find this type of dedication from a real estate agent. Thanks again.” Scott N.
“We have had nothing but great experiences with Mark Weber and White Sands Realty. We purchased a home in Marbella Lakes and we are so happy we did. Mark made the process so easy for us even when we were 1,000 miles away. He was so helpful and educated and was able to put us at ease with our purchase. His information and knowledge are priceless. He even took the time to speak with a friend of ours to help answer his questions before he also made a purchase in Naples. Mark and White Sands Realty are great to work with and we would recommend them to anyone looking to buy in SW Florida.” Stephanie C.
“Mark, Thank you so much for helping us again with our real estate needs in Naples. You worked so hard for us and I really appreciate it. I’ll be sending a donaction to your foundation for children also. We’ll continue to use you as our Realtor for life. You’re the best!” Larry C.
“We would highly recommend Leah Paige and Mark Weber at White Sands Realty. They are professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to work with. We can’t wait for our next visit to the area to see them and get together, since we now consider them friends. A few months ago we purchased a vacation property at Hammock Bay in Naples. Our search began when we contacted Mark Weber at White Sands Realty, via email, to let him know we would be in the area and would like to look at some properties. Mark was quick to respond and contacted us by phone to get to know us and find out what type of property we were looking for. Once we arrived in Naples (from New Jersey), Mark put us in the very capable hands of Leah Paige. Mark and Leah were a great team and took exceptional care of us during our short stay in the area. We had a very pleasant experience during the entire process. Since we were not familiar with the area, Leah helped us find places to eat and things to do, not just tourist spots, but as if we were living in the area. That was great! We really could see ourselves spending time here, feeling like we were on vacation, but also feeling comfortable enough to live here too. A good balance. We had a great time doing it too! Leah provided us excellent real estate guidance as well. She showed us several types of properties in the area, just as we asked, and was very professional with our appointments and the other clients (sellers). She was also very approachable and interested in us as well. It made it very easy to be around her and work with her. She always had our best interest in mind. We appreciated Leah’s willingness to spend a lot of time with us to reach our goal in a short timeframe. Since we were in the area for personal reasons as well, Leah made everything very convenient for us. She picked us up and drove us around, and met up with us to have papers signed. She went out of her way to make it all very easy and pleasant. We quickly found something we wanted to purchase and Leah and Mark made the whole process simple. We had concerns since we were from out-of-state, but they reassured us that everything would be fine, and it was. Leah interfaced with the sellers on our behalf and kept the negotiations going smoothly. They led us through all the steps in the process and made sure everything was taken care of. Our closing was a breeze as well.” Andrea F.
“I am very grateful that you were beside us for the whole process of purchasing our home. Thank you so much for ALL your efforts. Even filling in as “husband” you are a full service Realtor! Thank you for the beautiful bowl, it was a wonderful addition to our home. I am looking forward to taking you and Nicole out to dinner.” Nancy F.
“Dear Mark, we can’t thank you enough for all your help in finding and negotiating our retirement dream home. Your follow through from our initial inquiry to closing and after has exceeded our greatest expectations. It was a pleasure to meet you and do business with you. Enjoy your beautiful baby boy- they grow up so fast.” Bob & Chris G.
“I was extremely fortunate to have worked with Mark and Veronica. There commitmment to help me close on my house was incredible. They supported my wife and I on every turn. It is with great pleasure that I highly endorse Mark and Veronica to anyone who is looking to sell or buy a home.” Rob N.
“I can’t thank Mark Weber enough for his expertise and help in finding me the perfect home. As an out of towner, Mark listened to my needs, was not pushy and was extremely knowledgeable in addition to being a really nice guy. He made this long distance process seamless. I found my perfect home in Marbella Lakes. I can’t thank you enough Mark!” Mary Lu C.
“I want to express our sincere gratitude for the exceptional service you have provided us in the search for a new home in Naples. The level of professionalism and commitment shown us went beyond that which we ever expected. It was obvious to us from the beginning that you are a Real Estate Professional that truly works for his client and takes the time to listen to them and to help them achieve their goal. In all honesty, I could not imagine using anyone other than Mark Weber and White Sands Realty. We have recommended your services to other family members and will most definitely continue to do so. We look forward to a long working relationship with YOU and with WHITE SANDS REALTY.” Jan C.
“Thank you for finding me a new home that exceeded all my expectations. The proximity to the beach is great and the price is already appreciating since I began construction. I appreciate your follow-up with my lender and acting as a liaison with the builder. Since I can’t be in the area during construction, it’s great to have you there looking after things. Sincerely pleased,” Daniel & Christine N.
“My wife and I gave Mark the challenge of finding us just the right property in just the right neighborhood and at just the right price (inexpensive) and we had only 2 weeks to get it done. Mark took the challenge, showed us properties that met our criteria, worked with us throughout the entire process. We found exactly what we wanted and are now the proud owners of a Naples condo. Thanks Mark!” Charlie O.
“Thank you for all your help in the purchase of my new home. I couldn’t have done it without you. Being in Olde Naples within walking distance of the beach has always been a dream and now I’m living it! I especially enjoyed the bottle of wine and custom decanter you gave me as a housewarming gift. That was very thoughtful and I’m sure I’ll get some great use out of it. I couldn’t recommend you more to my friends and family who say they want to move to Florida. Best wishes to you and your wife on the coming birth of your new baby. I’m sure you are getting very excited. Cheers!” Karen G.
“Mark Weber is our go-to guy for our customers in the Naples, FL area. We have our pick of brokerages to work with Nationwide and I can tell you that Mark is one of the best brokers not just in Florida, but throughout the US. His experience in the Naples area and in real estate, set him apart from the other offices that are here today and gone tomorrow.” Jeff Chambers, PropertyMaps.com
“Our new condo in Pelican Bay has turned out better than we ever imagined. A huge THANK YOU to White Sands Realty and especially Mark for finding us this diamond in the ruff. Now we can walk to the tram and be at the beach in minutes. The amenities in Pelican Bay are fabulous! Now if we could just find more time to escape from Indiana to our little piece of paradise in Naples …” Beth E.
“I’ve got to say, Mark at White Sands Realty bent over backwards to show me everything in my price range and then some. I probably drove them crazy and they always remained professional and helpful. This guy knows the market in Naples! He found me what I wanted at prices from 2002. I couldn’t be happier in my new home within walking distance of the Old Naples beaches. Mark was able to show me the sold values to give me the best negotiating points. He looked out of me and that goes a long way in this day and age. Thanks to Nicole as well for a smooth transaction and closing. Use them if you’re even thinking of buying or selling something in the Naples area. They truly know their stuff!!!” Fred R.
“I recently bought a home in Marbella Lakes. Mark Weber and Patti Fortune were extremely helpful! They took pictures of my home and sent them to me while I was out of town and helped me with walk throughs and closing. The home turned out beautiful- beyond my expectations!!! Thank you.” Jennifer K.
“I just wanted to write you a short note to thank you for selling our condo so quickly and for helping us find and purchase our new dream condo at Stratfod Place. We are glad we decided to go with pre-construction condo especially now that we have realized a significant profit before we have even moved in. Also, thank you for the open houses you did and for your suggestions for making our home more sale-able. We couldn’t have done it without you! We will certainly use your real estate services when we decide to buy or sell again and will direct all our friends and family to call you for their real estate needs as well. Thank you. Jamie S.
“I want to thank you for spending a whole day with us showing all the properties. Your patience, humor, and knowledge made it a delightful experience for me, even if I didn’t make any immediate decisions. God willing, I will move or buy here (in Naples) at a future date. Now I have a much better idea oof communities and prices. Thank you again and I look forward to working with you.” Marie M.
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