SW Florida Real Estate News

Updated Buyer and Seller advice as well as lifestyle information for SW Florida areas including: Cape Coral, Ft Myers, Ft Myers Beach, Sanibel, Captiva, Bonita, Estero, Naples, and Marco Island. Links to the SWFL MLS / FGC MLS allow home buyers to search for homes for sale as well.

March 5, 2017

Did you know…??? Northwest Cape Coral

 

 

Did you know…??? Wide canal with kayaks

 

Northwest Cape Coral property owners recently voted on whether to add underground power lines. The city thought it might be a good idea to add underground power lines while the roads were torn up during the upcoming utility extension project which will add city water and sewer lines. The property owners voted against the underground power lines by two-thirds of the vote, most likely due to the estimated cost of $5,000-$7,000 per household, in addition to the utility expansion cost.  

 

Did you know…??? Over 1,000 Northwest Cape owners returned ballots.

 

Did you know…??? The city may approach the subject for the next section to go through the utility extension project.

 

If you’d like assistance with buying Cape Coral Homes for Sale, contact Ross Winchel at 239-898-1214 or Jill Winchel at 615-504-1185. We are both Realtors with The Koffman Group at Royal Shell Real Estate. You may also click on a link to start your search:

Cape Coral Homes for Sale

Northwest Cape Coral Homes for Sale

Northwest Cape Coral Gulf Access Homes for Sale

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Feb. 15, 2017

Taste of the Cape 2017

 

 

Things to do in Cape Coral - Taste of the Cape 2017

Taste of the Cape 2017 Ad 

The 4th annual Taste of the Cape is slated for Sunday, February 26, 2016 at Four Freedoms Park from 12:00-6:00 pm.

Approximately 20 local restaurants will be serving their wares. Wine and beer will also be available. Admission is free but tickets will be sold to exchange for food and beverages. You can order tickets online. All proceeds benefit local student scholarships and music outreach programs.

Performances will be presented by some area schools, Gulf Coast Symphony, and USAF Singing Sargeants.

Parking is available at SunTrust Bank, Capital Bank, and Ice Screamin, which are adjacent to Four Freedoms Park. Parking with a shuttle ride is available at Club Square, Veteran's Museum, and Big John's Plaza.

No pets, coolers, or outside food/beverages are allowed during this event. Bring a chair or blanket.

Things to do in Cape Coral - Taste of the Cape 2017

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If you’re in the market for real estate and want information on buying or selling a home in Cape Coral, contact Ross Winchel at 239-898-1214 or Jill Winchel at 615-504-1185. We are both Realtors with the Koffman Team at Royal Shell Real Estate. If you'd rather start your search now, click on a link below:

Cape Coral Homes for Sale

Cape Coral Condos for Sale

Things to do in Cape Coral - Taste of the Cape 2017

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Feb. 14, 2017

Historic Cape Coral and Yacht Club Homes for Sale in Cape Coral

 

Historic Cape Coral and Yacht Club Homes for Sale in Cape Coral

Flamingo Dr and Riverside Dr

Riverside Drive and Flamingo Drive were the first two streets in Cape Coral to have homes built on them. They are in the Yacht Club area in southeast Cape Coral.

Riverside Drive, as you would guess, lies along the Caloosahatchee River so those homes enjoy a wide water view and the morning sun. Flamingo Drive runs parallel to Riverside Drive and the backyards of those homes face the Yacht Club Community Park, The Boat House, and the marina. 

Old Yacht ClubHomes were built in this area beginning in the late 1950's. Today you will find a mixture of old and new. Some of the homes are in their original state; others have been knocked down to make way for brand new. Some have been totally or partially updated. There are a few vacant lots here and there, as well. Yacht Club new

One of the big draws of living in the Yacht Club area is the proximity to the park which has an outdoor pool, beach, boat ramp, tennis courts, marina, fishing pier, restaurant, and more!

If you're interested in buying a home or lot in the Yacht Club, click on a link below to start your search or give me a call...Jill Winchel 615-504-1185 Royal Shell Real Estate Cape Coral.

Cape Coral Yacht Club Homes for Sale

Cape Coral Yacht Club Direct Access Homes for Sale

Cape Coral Yacht Club Lots for Sale

Older Cape Coral Yacht Club Homes for Sale (1957-1997)

Newer Cape Coral Yacht Club Homes for Sale (1998+)

Historic Cape Coral and Yacht Club Homes for Sale in Cape Coral

Jan. 17, 2017

Finding a TOP SW FL Real Estate Agent - The Importance of For Sale Signs

Real Estate For Sale Sign - Ross Winchel - Royal Shell Real EstateREAL ESTATE FOR SALE Signs are an extremely important part of the home selling process in Southwest Florida. When selecting a top real estate agent to sell your Southwest Florida home, take a look at what type of real estate FOR SALE sign they are using.

Does the REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Sign say "FOR SALE"?

Many REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Signs have lots of information but buyers are left wondering "Is this home for rent, or is this home for sale?" They just don't know. Lots of information is on the sign, but the sign is more about the listing agent than about the home for sale.

Does the REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Sign have good contact information on it?

Contact information is extremely important for you as the home seller. if a buyer is interested in your home, can that home buyer get in touch with the listing agent?

Does the listing agent answer the phone?

Another important question to ask and check before hiring a top listing agent. Many agents just don't answer their phone or return phone calls in a timely manner. Shocking, but true.

Does the REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Sign have any additional information?

Sign Riders

Sign Riders can give potential home buyers additional information about your home. As an example, do you have a pool? Does the For Sale Sign have a pool Rider on it? Is your home on a canal? If so, does the for sale sign have a rider indicating that you're on a canal that may be Gulf access?

Real Estate For Sale Sign Rider24-hour information

Having a 24-hour information hotline where buyers can get information about your home for sale is again an important part of the home selling process. We have a tremendous amount of technology available to us that can be used to sell homes. A 24-hour information line can send potential home buyers to a recorded information hotline or to a website with additional information about your property for sale. That information could include virtual tours, movies, 3D layouts, or more. A good 24-hour information line not only will provide information about your property for sale, but it will also provide the interested buyer's contact information to your listing agent. An opportunity for a top listing agent to talk to a buyer about your home for sale.

Does the For Sale Sign have a strong brand recognition?

Strong brand recognition in Southwest Florida is extremely important. Buyers do not know or trust some smaller real estate companies. However, when they see a larger brand that is recognized, they feel much more comfortable working with that real estate company.

Top Real Estate listing companyAs you can see, there is a lot to consider with putting a REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Sign in your yard. It is more than just a piece of hardware that sits there in your yard that you have to mow around. A top real estate listing agent will have a quality sign that is attractive, and provide information to potential buyers that are looking for properties for sale. Your goal as a home seller is to have your home for sale exposed in as many ways as possible. When you're trying to sell your property, you want all potential home buyers to have the opportunity to find your home. 

We believe that the sign should have great information that helps you sell your home. Signs are an extremely important part of the home selling process in Southwest Florida. When selecting a top ranked real estate agent to sell your Southwest Florida home, take a look at what type of REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Sign they are using.

Do you need advice on "How to Select of Top Real Estate Agent" to sell your home? See our "Home Seller's Guide."

Jan. 16, 2017

Tour de Cape 2017

 

 

Things to do in Cape Coral - Tour de Cape 2017

tour de cape sw Cape route  

The 26th annual Tour de Cape is this weekend! The 5k run/walk is on Saturday, January 21, 2017 and the bicycle ride is on Sunday, January 22, 2017.  Bike routes are set up for 15, 30, 62, and 100 miles throughout the southwest, northwest, and northeast Cape. It is not too late to sign up...register online or go to the pre-registration event on Friday, January 20th at Cape Harbour. 

Things to do in Cape Coral - Tour de Cape 2017

Bike Riding in Cape Coral 

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If you’re in the market for real estate and want information on buying or selling a home in Cape Coral, contact Ross Winchel at 239-898-1214 or Jill Winchel at 615-504-1185. We are both Realtors with the Koffman Team at Royal Shell Real Estate. If you'd rather start your search now, click on a link below:

Cape Coral Homes for Sale

Cape Coral Condos for Sale

Things to do in Cape Coral - Tour de Cape 2017

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Jan. 16, 2017

OPEN HOUSE Monday, January 16, 2017

 

OPEN HOUSE

Monday, January 16, 2017

11:00-2:00

2707 SW 32ND ST, Cape Coral FL 33914

front of 2707 SW 32nd St 

MLS #: 217003673     

Price: $229,995

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths     1,507 Square Feet  

Built 1996

 

This updated home with an open layout is move-in ready. All tile flooring, split bedrooms (master on one side and other two on other side of home), in-residence laundry room, and two car garage are features you'll appreciate. Screened lanai with pocket slider off of kitchen/dining is an added bonus. Exterior is newly painted and brick paver driveway was just installed. Located in desirable southwest Cape Coral.

OPEN HOUSE Monday, January 16, 2017

If you’re in the market for real estate and want information on buying or selling a home or condo in Cape Coral, contact Ross Winchel at 239-898-1214 or Jill Winchel at 615-504-1185. We are both Realtors with Koffman and Associates at Royal Shell Real Estate. You may also click on a link to start your search:

Cape Coral Homes for Sale

Cape Coral Pool Homes for Sale in Southwest under $300,000

Southwest Cape Coral Homes for Sale

OPEN HOUSE Monday, January 16, 2017

 Posted by Jill Winchel

Jan. 15, 2017

New listing in Cape Coral

 

2707 SW 32ND ST, Cape Coral FL 33914

Front of 2707 SW 32nd St 

MLS #: 217003673     

Price: $229,995

3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 1,507 SF  

Built 1996

 

This updated home with an open layout is move-in ready. All tile flooring, split bedrooms (master on one side and other two on other side of home), in-residence laundry room, and two car garage are features you'll appreciate. Screened lanai with pocket slider off of kitchen/dining is an added bonus. Exterior is newly painted and brick paver driveway was just installed. Located in desirable southwest Cape Coral.

2707 SW 32nd St open layout2707 SW 32nd St lanai

Click any picture to see more pictures of this great home.

Call for your personal showing...615-504-1185. 2707 SW 32ND ST, Cape Coral FL 33914

If you’re in the market for real estate and want information on buying or selling a home or condo in Cape Coral, contact Ross Winchel at 239-898-1214 or Jill Winchel at 615-504-1185. We are both Realtors with Koffman and Associates at Royal Shell Real Estate. You may also click on a link to start your search:

Cape Coral Homes for Sale

Cape Coral Pool Homes for Sale in Southwest under $300,000

Southwest Cape Coral Homes for Sale

2707 SW 32ND ST, Cape Coral FL 33914 Posted by Jill Winchel

Jan. 13, 2017

204 SE 18th St, Cape Coral, FL 33990 - MLS 217002962

204 SE 18th St, Cape Coral, FL - Just Listed

$ Click for current price
3 BEDROOMS | 2 (2 full ) BATHROOMS | 1201 SQUARE FEET

Take a look at this terrific SE Cape Coral, 3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom pool home, CENTRALLY LOCATED and very convenient to shopping, dining, the Cape Coral Entertainment District as well as Historic downtown Fort Myers. Home features include: 3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, 2 CAR GARAGE, PREFERRED SOUTHERN EXPOSURE, large SOLAR HEATED POOL, EXTENDED COVERED LANAI, and screened cage - perfect for year-round enjoyment. ALL ASSESSMENTS ARE IN AND PAID! Home is being sold TURNKEY and is in MOVE-IN READY CONDITION. Homes like this do not last long in today's active real estate market. Call today for your private showing.

Presented By:

Ross Winchel

Koffman Team Broker
Koffman & Associates - Royal Shell Real Estate
239-898-1214
Licensed In: Florida
License #: 3278966

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Jan. 8, 2017

Just Listed 3213 NW 21st Ter Cape Coral FL 33993

3213 NW 21st Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33993

Gulf Access Pool Home for Sale in NW Cape Coral FL

$ Click for current price
4 BEDROOMS | 3 (3 full ) BATHROOMS | 2612 SQUARE FEET

Custom built, 4 bedroom, 3 bath, GULF ACCESS, POOL home located on the 200 ft+ wide Alligator Slough, Gulf Access Canal in the up-and-coming NW Cape area. RELAX & ENJOY sweeping views of the 200 foot wide canal from the lanai, gazebo, and 2nd story, private, screened porch. Enjoy your HEATED, SALTWATER POOL (with water features) and SPA – fully automated and easy to control. Large, roomy kitchen with granite counter tops, 36” cabinets, and new STAINLESS APPLIANCES await the new homeowner. The 2nd floor, 4th bedroom could be a game room, media room, or office and includes a SCREENED, BALCONY retreat that overlooks the pool and canal. Great views of the outdoor living spaces from the kitchen, living room and dining room. Canopied BOAT LIFT with walk around dock are already in place ready for a new boat. This home is truly a showplace and allows for a true SW Florida Living experience. Be sure to watch the virtual tour, video, and the 3D tour to fully experience this lovely home. This is a home you will be PROUD to own. Call today for your private showing.

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Presented By:

Ross Winchel

Koffman Team Broker
Koffman & Associates - Royal Shell Real Estate
239-898-1214
Office: 615-771-7877
Licensed In: Florida
License #: 3278966

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Jan. 7, 2017

Just Listed 3024 SW 26TH CT CAPE CORAL, FL 33914

3024 Southwest 26th Court, Cape Coral, FL 33914

$ Click for current price
5 BEDROOMS | 4 (3 full, 1 half ) BATHROOMS | 2900 SQUARE FEET

Gulf Access Pool Home for Sale in the Surfside Area of SW Cape Coral FL

OPPORTUNITY is knocking ... are you listening? Rare find in Cape Coral - 4 CAR GARAGE, 5 bedroom, GULF ACCESS, Custom POOL HOME on a 200 ft+ wide canal, with SEPARATE APARTMENT / GUEST QUARTERS (with a private patio and entrance) on a TRIPLE LOT in SW Cape with ASSESSMENTS IN & PAID. Gorgeous Travertine driveway, double wing design with 2 large, 2 car garage bays. Updated gourmet kitchen with natural granite counters, accented by designer, glass tile backsplash, cabinets – with built in drawers, island workspace, and raised breakfast bar. Great views of the outdoor space from the kitchen, living room and breakfast room – all on the back of the home. Studio style apartment features a separate entrance, bathroom and private patio. Enjoy the daily sunsets from the private, walk around wooden dock with 8,000lb boat lift in place. Be sure to see additional pictures and the drone photography on the virtual tour. This is a home you will be PROUD to own. Call today for your private showing.

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See an Aerial Perspective Video Below

Presented By:

Ross Winchel

Koffman Team Broker
Koffman & Associates - Royal Shell Real Estate
239-898-1214
Office: 615-771-7877
Licensed In: Florida
License #: 3278966

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