Post Hurricane Evolution of Fort Myers BeachHurricane Ian ripped through southwest Florida in the fall of 2022. It left a path of destruction that many residents had not experienced in their lifetime. The coastal cities of Bonita Springs, Fort Myers Beach, Cape Coral, Sanibel/Captiva and many other barrier island were not only ravaged but, in some circumstances, building sites were wiped clean. Entire buildings were washed away, plus coastlines and the landscape of our communities were forever changed. Continue reading: Fort Myers Beach Post Hurricane Ian 12/18/2022

Santini Plaza~Fort Myers Beach SOLD!WCSJR II CORPORATION, under the guidance of Mr. Al Durrett sold the historic community shopping center located at 7205 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, FL to SHAKED PROPERTIES LLC based in Golden Beach, FL for $18,600,000 on December 13, 2021 according to the Official Records of Lee County, FL. Property Summary:GLA (SF): 72,233STORIES: One (1)OCCUPANCY: 97%PARKING RATIO: 4.03/1,000 SFLAND SIZE: 5.43 AcresZONING: C1 (Santini Zoning District)FLOOD ZONE: AEPARCEL ID: 03-47-24-W1-00011.0000ESTERO BLVD FRONTAGE: 741’  History of Santini Marina Plaza:Leonardo Santini aka The Fort Myers Beach Lion, was born in 1884, grew up in a shack on Chokoloskee Island, came to Lee County in 1908 as a sailboat captain.Then he got his first break: "A kind woman loaned ... 12/18/2021

 The Neptune Inn~A 70's style Gulf Of Mexico Beachfront Resort at heart of Fort Myers Beach has new owners!BLUE VISTA CAPITAL LLC sold CHG NEPTUNE ACQUISITIONS LLC the Neptune Inn on September 29th 2021 for $27,000,000.00. Mr. Peter Bell signed as the Manager of Blue Vista Capital LLC. The Special Warranty Deed transferring ownership was prepared by William C Guthrie, Esquire of Foley and Lardner LLP based in Orlando Florida. Mr. Mark Damante~President of Development and General Counsel at Continental Real Estate Companies based in Columbus Ohio is the named authorized agent for CHG Neptune Acquisitions LLC.MIDFIRST BANK provided a mortgage to CHG Neptune Acquisitions LLC in the amount of $23,100,000.00.Short History of the Neptune Inn:The Neptune Inn is located on Fort Myers Beach dire... 10/04/2021

GRAND RESORT V-FT MYERS BEACH LLC based @ 103 15TH AVE NW STE 200 in WILLMAR MN 56201, which according to Sunbiz is the same address of Torgerson Properties Inc(TPI-Holdings, TPI-FMB) has sold the Salty Crab restaurant to CLOWNFISH RESTAURANT HOLDINGS based in St. Petersburg, FL. The gulf front restaurant is located adjacent to the planned TPI Margaritaville Resort BLVD FORT MYERS BEACH FL. This is the second property TPI has recently sold, which according to Thomas R. Torgerson who is listed as the managing partner indicated were part of the company's recent recapitalization plan.Current Sale amount: $4,150,000Prior Sale: $3,200,000(August 2015)The building was constructed in 1958 according to the Lee County Property appraiser. 07/03/2021

Veteran’s Home Loans for Fort Myers Beach FloridaIf you are reading this, you or a family member have likely served in our military.  First off, we would like to say a sincere “Thank You” for your service!  We recognize that not only do our Veterans sacrifice by serving, but their families do as well-, and we owe you all a debt of gratitude!One of the best benefits Veterans and their families receive due to their service to our great country is the VA home loan benefits.  We are going to outline just a few of these significant benefits in this article for you. Here are some of the major benefits you may receive by using your VA home loan benefits:*100% financing available- one of the very few loans available with no down payment!*Lower rates available than most loan programs- which save... 05/13/2021

According to the National Day Calendar's site today is: National Dolphin Day! the social and intelligent mammals of the water.    Dolphins are cetacean mammals that are related to whales and porpoises. They range in size from 4 feet to up to 30 feet; dolphins are among almost forty species in 17 general. Found worldwide, they prefer the shallower seas of the continental shelves.   As carnivores, their diet consists of mostly fish and squid. Male dolphin – bull Female dolphin – cow Young dolphin – calf Group of dolphins – school or pod Social, Swift, and IntelligentDolphins are known to have acute eyesight both in and out of the water. They also have a well-developed sense of touch, with free nerve endings densely packed in the skin. Since they additionally have such acute hearing, they ... 04/14/2020

 "A real estate agent is not a salesperson, they're a matchmaker. They indroduce people to homes until they fall in love with one." Ready to find "the one"? I can help you find the home of your dreams. Message me to get started: 239-284-8637 orClick Here to search homes in the areas of Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers Beach and Naples, FL   “Home is the starting place of love, hope and dreams.”“Home is where love resides, memories are created, friends always belong, and laughter never ends.” 02/14/2020

 According to the National Day Calendar Site today is: National Hug Day or National Hugging Day that occurs on January 21st and is officially recognized by the United States Copyright Office, but is not a public holiday.The purpose of the day is to help everyone show more emotion in public. The only way to celebrate the day is by offering a hug to anyone and everyone you want. While National Hug Day and the Free Hugs Campaign share many similarities, there is not an association between the two.Whether you hug a family member or a stranger, the mental and physical health benefits are the same. From the day we are born, hugs or touch improve our sleep. Hugging, like cuddling, releases oxytocin. On its own, this hormone provides tremendous health benefits. Not only does it gives us feel-go... 01/21/2020

In celebration of Florida’s Arbor Day, the Town of Fort Myers Beach is hosting an Adopt‐A‐Tree Event. Residents and Fort Myers Beach based Business Owners & Non‐Profits adopt a Native Tree for Free!  Choose 1 of 2 Native Species of Trees Available: • Gumbo Limbo (7 gallon)• Seagrape (7 gallon) Trees must be planted on the applicant’s property in the Town of Fort Myers Beach, so it is important that you choose the right tree and location for your adopted tree. Please see the accompanying documents regarding each tree species size, planting and care guidelines. Applicants must read and follow the Florida Power and Light Guidelines for the planting location of the adopted tree. Eligibility & Requirements: • Limit 1 Tree per TFMB residential property/business/non‐profit owner per yearo Appl... 01/12/2020

According to the National Day Calendar site today is National Trivia Day!Each year, the holiday recognizes the collectors of unconnected, irrelevant data, facts, history, and quotes in the recesses of their brains. They are the ones who usually proffer these sometimes astounding bits of history when friends and family least expect it. The word trivia is plural for the word trivium.In ancient times, the term “trivia” was appropriated to mean something very new.Nostalgic college students in the 1960s, along with others, began to informally trade questions and answers about the popular culture of their youth.  After writing trivia columns, Columbia University students Ed Goodgold and Dan Carlinsky created the earliest inter-collegiate quiz bowls that tested culturally (and emotionally) sig... 01/04/2020

It may seem hard to imagine that the home you’re in today – whether it’s your starter home or just one you’ve fallen in love with along the way – might not be your forever home.The good news is, it’s okay to admit if your house no longer fits your needs.According to the latest Home Price Insights from CoreLogic, prices have appreciated 3.5% year-over-year. At the same time, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports inventory has dropped 4.3% from one year ago.These two statistics are directly related to one another. As inventory has decreased and demand has increased, prices have been driven up.This is great news if you own a home and are thinking about selling. The equity in your house has likely risen as prices have increased. Even better is the fact that there’s a large pool... 12/16/2019

Come out to Bonita Bill’s on Saturday December 7th from 6-8pm and be part of the 31st Annual Fort Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade!  Enjoy a night on the water full of Christmas spirit and spectacular up-close views of the dazzling brightly lighted, and decorated watercrafts. It’s a fun and festive time along the waterway, where you may even see a few of Santa's elves dancing aboard to some festive music.Free to attend!  No reservations accepted.Cost to register a boa in the parade.Cost is $25 per boat and $50 for a sponsored boat.Come enjoy some Christmas spirit at the 31st Annual Fort Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade! The parade will pass by such establishments as Bonita Bill’s, Bootleggers Waterfront Barbeque, Parrot Key Caribbean Grill, Matanzas on the Bay, Nervous Nellies and Doc... 11/11/2019

 There’s always something happening on The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel. From arts and culture to sports and leisure and the past two weekends wasn’t an exception! From November 16 to 25 Fort Myers Beach hosted the American Sand Sculpting Championship 2018, the largest Sand sculpting event in the USA! There were so many amazing sculptures to see and as always a fun event to attend. They had live music, kids activities and local vendors. Here are some of the pictures I took :)If you want to receive local neighborhood reports subscribe HEREVisit Team Stiller Blogs          11/27/2018

 Market Values of Homes in Your neighborhood or homes, condos located in Southwest Florida, Speak with Broker Joe of Keller Williams Realty.   Selling a home, Condo or vacant land in 2018 it's always best to speak with Broker Joe! Servicing the Greator Fort Myers area  * Cape Coral * Pine Island *Bonita Springs * Sanibel Island * Lehigh Acres * Port Charlotte. Specializing in Waterfront, Gulf Access, Luxury, New Construction .FREE Home Valuations from an Expert with over 17 years Experience! It's not about me, it's all about You!Joe Kendall "Broker Joe" Phone 239-560-0726BrokerJoe@me.com ViewSwFlorida.comJoeSellsCapeCoralHomes.comAsk for Joe Kendall "Broker Joe " Broker Keller Williams RealtyDirect line 239-560-0726 Email BrokerJoe@Me.com 12/11/2017

 TAKE THE TOURREDUCED PRICE, one of the lowest priced condo at this height ( 9th floor ) then anything else comparable for sale on Fort Myers Beach ! ! Seller is waiting for your offer! Welcome to Paradise, Jimmy Buffet Style! You'll love the wonderful lifestyle with an Simply AMAZING WATERFRONT VIEWS from EVERY ROOM!This condo is being offered fully furnished, turnkey! Enjoy every morning's breakfast watching the sunrise or every evening sunset with a glass of wine ! The VIEWS from the BALCONY are AWESOME! You will enjoy all the World Class Pool & Spa with a huge waterfall! Lounge on the pool deck while watching Manatees, Pelicans, Birds and so much more here at Lovers Key Beach Club & Resorts!The community hosts a number of amenities for owners including a fitness center, resort water... 07/11/2017

San Carlos island in its smaller way is thriving. After all its only half a mile or so from the beach of Fort Myers Beach, downtown and its pier. Some may not even know that it exist. These who go boating or use the  Key West Express Ferrywill notice it for sure. But you don't need to be a boater to enjoy small San Carlos. It has actually quite alot to do.Under San carlos Drive which has seen in the last couple of years  the contruction of new homes and remodeling of classical island cottages.    some of the restaurants are:  Parrott Key: a wild and crazy place with great views and a deep marina http://www.myparrotkey.com/ Doc Fords Fishmonger Bonita Bills : a fixture among sailors, residents  and these looking for a lay back atmosphere  Beach Seafood Market You want to be close to the ... 06/28/2017

Early morning walk in Fort Myers Beach. Orchids, Eucalyptus, jasmine, the back bay or Estero Bay. Short clip of Lovers Key. Sometimes we may need to take a step back and smell the roses, lift one's eyes and just enjoy what is around us and smile. Its a simple feeling. Sometimes simplicity is what we most crave for and often we walk away from it. When we do come back to that feeling a sort of peace and strength radiates again within you. We know we can always come back to it.      Fell free to call LLoyd, your local expert. Fort Myers Beach condos $179 K to $550 K   06/23/2017

In the last ten years my wife and I have witnessed many dramatic changes in Estero Island and San Carlos Island.  So called progress comes at a price. Some is needed as the constructions of new roads, water system and irrigation, or the beautification of downtown with cobble stones along the walk ways or along 1st street all along to the bay, with french like city lights, palms along the streets and for example a fountain at the very end of 1st Street next to restaurant Nervous Nellie.   San Carlos island older cottage on Prescott st.     All in all a majority seem to prefer the town as it is now. Some miss the hunky tonk look, the more lay back and funky atmosphere of the 80's or 90's an even the early 2000's. Empty lots and old ranch homes or beach cottages have been replaced by large... 06/21/2017

Fort Myers Beach Parlemo Circle has a lot to offer. First of all it is a circle so its fun to drive by or take a spin in your bike and go towards the bay and canal it offers on part of the street. It offers a bit of everything : the older the new and the waterfront homes on gulf access canal homes, and some classic old fashioned island cottage charm mixed with large modern slick concrete block homes with spectacular  pool homes bordering the canals with lounge chairs and outside kitchens and others facing the wide waterways of Estero Bay and a distinct peek at the Matanza south bridge which dominates views of the whole island as you first drive in.meborder="0" allowfullscreen>  List of most recent homes for sale in Fort Myers Beach including Palermo Circle. Homes for sale in Fort Myers ... 06/03/2017

The following is a Market report of Estero island  or Fort Myers Beach FL.   Average sales price per month for Fort Myers Beach single homes report with gulf access since December 2015 to June 2nd 2017. Lowest at $557 K in August 2016 up to $1,947,500 February 2017 [caption id="attachment_31" align="alignnone" width="2590"] Estero Bay[/caption]   Below the Fort Myers Beach market report for medium and average sold price for single homes in  with gulf access the last 12 months.  Medium Prices for Fort Myers Beach gulf access single homes during the last 12 months have increased strongly.  87 homes with gulf access sold during the last year with prices ranging from $377 k to $4,550,000. DOM vis listing price:   [caption id="attachment_194" align="alignnone" width="2592"] Fairview Isles Fo... 06/02/2017