The real estate market in Southwest Florida has somewhat been on a roller coaster ride lately. After the steady increase in 1990s developed into a huge boom with skyrocketing prices peaking in 2005, things came almost to a standstill. Prices and property taxes were both so high that many buyers decided to wait until properties were affordable again. That time has come.

Due to the huge number of both foreclosed, bank-owned properties and properties listed as “short sale,” prices are often back where they were a few years ago, before the big boom. Many regular sellers are listing their properties in the same price ranges in order to be competitive. What has not changed at all is the quality of the properties Buyers can expect, particularly the numerous waterfront properties Southwest Florida has to offer. The price tag has changed but not the desirable location in one of the most beautiful spots on earth. If you have ever thought about buying a piece of property in our area – that time has come.

Thanks to the internet, Buyers can access information about available properties and recent sales. But that information does not replace working with a licensed, experienced real estate agent. A Realtor will be able to select suitable properties for you out of the vast number of listings.

       

Marco Island is the largest of Florida's Ten Thousand Islands and is the gateway to the Everglades. It is connected to the mainland by two bridges, the Judge S.S. Jolley to the north and the Goodland Bridge to the south. There are 100 miles of man-made waterfront canals on Marco and the majority of the home sites are on water. The boating in this area is unsurpassed. Back water or offshore, we have many fun places to cruise to and the fishing is great too

LIBRARY

The Marco Library is the largest of seven Collier County Branches. It is spacious with a large collection of books, videos and magazines. They offer an extensive schedule of free programs to children and also to adults.

DINING

There are more than 80 restaurants in the area that offer diversified cuisine. Many spotlight Florida's freshest seafood straight from the docks - you will enjoy shrimp, sweet scallops, succulent crabs and of course the best grouper you could ever imagine.

SCHOOLS

There is one elementary school (Tommie Barfield) and one Charter school located on Marco Island. There are several elementary and high schools located in nearby Naples. Educational opportunities are not limited to those offered only through the public school system.

• A Realtor will be able to advise you on the best locations, the best features, the best deals.
• A Realtor will guide you through the entire process, from making an offer to signing the settlement statement at the closing table.

It is a good idea to involve a Realtor from the beginning.