Construction of Model Homes in Villa Palmeras in Estero is currently under way.  The community of paired villas ranging from 1,400 to 1,600 square feet in size will be located near Three Oaks Parkway and Corkscrew Road in Estero, and is being built by Neal Communities, which was recently named one of America’s Best Builders by Builder Magazine. The two models being built now are the Crystal Sand and the Tidewater.  Both villa modelss have two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a spacious kitchen with island, and coffered ceilings in the great room.  The Crystal Sand features 2,097 total square feet with 1,434 square feet under air, and the Tidewater offers 2,202 square feet with 1,524 square feet under air and a den. The homes at Villa Palmeras will come with an array of standard features incl... 03/05/2013

The Townhomes at Terra Vista  in Estero, FL currently offers new construction options and resale homes.  Now buyers can get the best of both with new inventory homes available for purchase.  The inventory models available are 2 Ashford models with 1,410 square feet under air, two bedrooms, two baths, and a den; and 1 Barrington model with 1,610 square feet under air, three bedrooms, three baths, and a den.  All units come with an attached garage, private reserve views, stainless steel appliance package, and granite kitchen counter tops.  Two of the inventory homes also have custom paint and upgraded cabinetry.   The Townhomes at Terra Vista is a gated community in the up-and-coming Estero, Florida community.  Amenities include a clubhouse with community pool and spa / hot tub.  Terra V... 02/26/2013

 Villa Palmeras in Estero, FL is a joint venture by Neal Communities and Cameratta Companies.  Neal is also constructing Verandah in northern Fort Myers, and Cameratta is behind Preserve at Corkscrew, Corkscrew Woods, and Midtowne Estero Village; three new communities that will contain 441 single family homes, up to 800 homes, and 110 twin villas respectively.   “We’ve been around for a long time in Cleveland and High Pointe Place in Fort Myers, said Nick Cameratta.  “We think that Estero is the place to be.”   Villa Palmeras will be a tranquil, luxurious community of 1,434 to 1,524 square foot villas located near the intersection of Three Oaks parkway and Corkscrew Road in Estero, FL.  Amenities will include, but won’t be limited to, a Clubhouse and pool area.  Each home will have rive... 02/14/2013

The Newport Bay Corporation, a Bonita Springs company, is working to renew its expired plan the New Monte Cristo development in Estero, between Wildcat Run and Cypress Shadows, just west of Bella Terra.   If approved, The new Monte Cristo Development in Estero will sit on 396 acres on the south side of Corkscrew Road, two to three miles east of Interstate 75.  The community was originally approved by Lee County in 2008, but the developers never started construction due to the sluggish economy.  The developers want to proceed with construction, but first they have to get approval from Lee County officials.  The developers have recently renewed their plan with the ECCP (Estero Community Planning Panel). The previous plan called for 724 single family homes multi-family and townhome units, ... 02/05/2013

It's going to be easier to get fresh, local produce in Estero in 2013, thanks to the Miromar Outlet Farmer's Market.  The Green Market will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday starting January 6th at Miromar Outlets.  The market will be in the west side of the outlets, closest to Interstate 75, near Bloomingdale's. "I am excited to bring Green Market to Miromar Outlets," said Merida Hines-Tyler, owner of Green Market.  "Our goal is to provide fresh, locally grown produce and products to the community.  The market creates a social opportunity for each and every one of us to come together–every week–and share a little of ourselves with our neighbor and know we are giving our families the freshest produce Florida has to offer." Miromar Outlets was voted "Best Shopping Mall in South... 12/26/2012

If you are searching for care free living in a gated golf community, you might try condos in Wildcat Run Estero, Florida.  Described as a development that is “tucked away in the middle of everything,” Wildcat Run is only a short distance from three major shopping attractions, Coconut Point, Miramar Outlets and Gulf Coast Town Center, and all the wonderful retail and dining options available.  It is situated a few miles south of SW Florida International Airport and east of Interstate 75 on Corkscrew Road, just past Stoneybrook Golf Club.  Made up of primarily single family homes and detached villas, there are 88 condominiums and 20 attached villas to provide an easier lifestyle.   Click here for all properties available in Wildcat Run Estero Florida       The main local activity source ... 12/22/2012

Overview Villagio in Estero Florida is a gated community of 519 carraige homes.  Villagio is inspired by the Old-World charm of a quaint Mediterranean village, including a Town Center.  The units range from 1 bedroom plus den to 3 bedroom plus den, and all units have granite counter tops in the kitchen and bathrooms, hurricane proof glass, screened lanais, and attached garages. Amenities Amenities at Villagio include a clubhouse, tennis courts, three swimming pools, and fitness center. Town Center The community of Villagio in Estero has a  town center, featuring its own theater, cafe, sports bar, ice cream parlor, and many community areas.  Social activities are planned year round. Location Villagio is located off Three Oaks parkway, just north of Corkscrew road.  That puts residents in... 12/20/2012

That's right, I said it.  Don't list your Estero, FL home for sale!  Why bother?  The world is ending in 13 days. What, you didn't know? The Mayans knew all about the upcoming cataclysm.  The planet Nibiru (Planet "X") has been hiding on the other side of the sun (The Government(tm) knows all about this, but they're keeping it from us!), but on the 21st of December it will collide with the Earth and the world will end!  Or maybe the magnetic poles will flip, causing catastrophe!  Or the planets and a black hole will be aligned and our iPhones will all break at the same time.  I don't know.  But it's got to be true, because I saw it on The Internet!  Whatever will happen, we need to make sure we're prepared, and that means not bothering to list your Estero, FL home for sale! (Pictured: W... 12/07/2012

Everything you ever need is literally at your doorstep when you live in The Residences at Coconut Point in Estero, a 9 building community with 290 total condominiums designed with a Mediterranean-style aesthetic that blends perfectly with the Southwest Florida Lifestyle. The Residences offers 24 unique open-concept floor plans with one to three bedrooms and private lanais that overlook beautiful landscaping, fountains, and Coconut Point's shops, restaurants, and bistros.  Each building also features a rooftop garden.  Standard luxury finishes include granite kitchen counter tops, marble bathroom counter tops, soaker-tub and walk-in shower in master bath, designer lighting, 10' ceilings, 42 inch cabinets, and oversized mirrors Amenities   The Residences at Coconut Point in Estero offers ... 12/07/2012

Condos in the West Bay Beach and Golf Club Estero, Florida might just be the answer if you are looking for a home with a carefree lifestyle in a gated community with a strong tennis program and a private beach club.  The fact that there is a golf course within this large (close to 900 acres) development might just be an extra bonus.  It is conveniently located off Tamiami Trail South (US 41) in southern Lee County, and close to the Koreshan State Park as well as the great shops and restaurants of the Coconut Point Shopping Center.      Click here for all properties available in the West Bay Beach and Golf Club Estero Florida                                 The renowned golf course was designed by the famed architects Pete and P. B. Dye, with great attention to maintaining the natural b... 12/02/2012

The Preserve at Corkscrew...40+ Homes sold since August 40+ Homes sold since August...reads the sign as you drive into The Preserve at Corkscrew. New construction in southwest Florida is nearly rampant! With dwindling inventories of resale properties buyers are turning to new construction without hesitation. New single-family homes spring to life at The Preserve at Corkscrew. Homes are offered by Pulte and Lennar, joint builders within the development.   Located in booming Estero, Fl on Corkscrew Road just a few mile east of I-75. Too soon for any resale offerings, but if you see self in a new-construction home and if you would like more information about the amenities, models, floor plans, and pricing... Read more about The Preserve at Corkscrew 11/30/2012

The West Bay Beach and Golf Club Estero, Florida offers choices for home ownership in Southwest Florida that may go unexplored. This 868 acre development, with over 500 acres of wetlands, nature preserve and pure open space, features estate and single family homes, villas and condominiums with a wide variety of floor plans.  Located on Williams Road (West Bay Boulevard) off US 41 (Tamiami Trail South) in Lee County, it is just  north of the Coconut Point Shopping Center and bounded by the Estero River, Estero Bay and Halfway Creek.   Click here for all properties available in West Bay Beach and Golf Club Estero Florida                            The West Bay Club features a P.B. and Pete Dye (who did Olde Cypress and Talis Park in the Naples area)  designed golf course, with special at... 11/20/2012

Wildcat Run Estero, Florida is a private, gated golfing community made up of 450 homes, “featuring exceptionally large lots and lush landscaping.”  The development offers a wide variety of opportunities to own a home in sunny Southwest Florida.  Estate and single family homes, attached and detached villas are some of the options, with condos comprising a different alternative.  Wildcat Run is located off Corkscrew Road in Lee County, just east of Interstate 75 and Stoneybrook Golf Club, and across the road from Grandezza.   Click here for all properties available in Wildcat Run Estero Florida                          At the core of the community is the Wildcat Run Golf and Country Club, and its 18 hole, par 72 Arnold Palmer Signature designed golf course (Naples Lakes Country Club in N... 11/10/2012

Homes in Stoneybrook Estero, Florida may cross your mind when you visit the shops in Miramar Outlet Mall, as the development is basically across the street on Corkscrew Road just east of Interstate 75 in Lee County.  Stoneybrook offers single family homes, condominiums and villas with a wide variety of floor plans, “amid landscaped neighborhoods with quiet cul-de-sacs, and breathtaking vistas of golf fairways, sparkling lakes and serene nature preserves.”   Click here for all properties available in Estero and Bonita Springs Florida                                                      The focal point of the community is the Stoneybrook Golf Club, a par 72 layout with seven sets of tees, that was designed by the team of Jed Azinger and Gordon Lewis (who also collaborated on Cedar Hammoc... 10/31/2012

What is my Estero, FL Home Worth? Estero is a dynamic real estate market, containing condos, townhomes, single family homes, and all kinds of waterfront homes, some with gulf access.  With all of these variables, it's important to have the expertise of a licensed REALTOR® when asking "What is my Estero, FL Home Worth?". Using our wealth of resources, the Domain Realty Group can provide you with a comparative market analysis (CMA) that will include information on other homes for sale and recent sales comparable to your home, giving you a realistic idea of what your Estero home is worth in today's market. We will never charge a fee for this service!  If you want to know what your Estero, FL home is worth, click here to receive your FREE CMA! Southwest Florida Real Estate Market As you can... 10/29/2012

Top 10 reasons to live in Estero, FL Southwest Florida really is paradise. There are so many great reasons to live here, it's hard to narrow down a list to just ten. But we've tried our best. 10. The Florida Everblades The 2012 Kelly Cup champion Florida Everblades call Estero home. A very reasonable price will get you a family friendly night of entertainment. You can also watch the action on the ice from the Breakaway Sports Pub, overlooking the arena. Germain Arena also hosts youth and adult hockey leagues, as well as Arena Football team The Florida Tarpons, and numerous other concerts, shows, and expos featuring such events as Disney on Ice, WWE Wrestling, Sir Elton John, Guns N' Roses, Sting, and the Trans Siberian Orchestra. 9. FGCU South Lee County is also home to Florida Gulf Coa... 10/18/2012

Home prices in Estero Florida are on the rise, and new numbers from Trulia shows list prices are rising across the country for eight straight months, and had the largest year-over-year increases since the housing bubble burst. In the last 12 months, home prices were up 2 1/2% on Trulia's real estate portal.  Average home prices in Estero Florida have increased by 4 1/3%*, and prices in neighboring Bonita Springs have risen 7 1/2%* during the same time frame, both markets out-pacing the national average. Meanwhile, new listings have seen a sharp decline.  The graph to the left a spike in the 1st quarter of 2012, and in such a seasonal market we normally see a spike in new listings in the first quarter.  But when looking back over the last four years, it's clear that the level of inventor... 10/09/2012

Student Housing for FGCU increasing, but not enough to meet demands. Student Housing for FGCU has been an issue for quite a while.  Last Thursday, Florida Gulf Coast University got state approval to finance a new residence hall to the tune of $25.7 million.  The new dorm will open in the fall of 2014 and house 520 students.  The average number of new beds per year since FGCU started it's housing program in 1998 has been 300, so the new dorm represents a needed addition for students. FGCU can accomodate about 4,200 students in it's dorms and the apartment complex about a mile from campus, and this fall all of those spaces are full.  FGCU has a problem with off-campus housing.  Most of the area near the university is either protected wetlands or higher end housing developments that are ou... 09/19/2012

  The following homes have been reported as “Closed Sales” through Sunshine MLS for the period of August 1 thru August 31, 2012. List Price Selling Price Neighborhood Beds / Baths Living Area $200,000 $183,000 Island Sound 2 / 2 1300   There currently are 5 homes under contract with a closing pending. If you would like additional information on the transactions reported or other properties currently available at Pelican Sound, please email me at mike@mikekozlow.com  or visit www.MikeKozlow.com. 09/04/2012

Bella Terra, conveniently located in the heart of Estero, currently one of the fastest growing cities in Lee County and just a few miles east of I-75. Bella Terra is a multigenerational community, which mimics an authentic Tuscan Village. Within the private, gated community of Bella Terra, there are over 500 acres of beautiful lakes and surrounding natural preserves. Lennar Homes, is offering the well appointed ‘Sorrento’ model in Bella Terra. With two unique elevations to choose from, the ‘Sorrento’ is ideal for first time home buyers and large families. This home has 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, a family room, living room, a bonus room and a three car split garage, with 3,283 square feet under air. This home is ideal for entertaining with it’s  spacious open concept kitchen/ family room a... 08/10/2012