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Naples FL Real Estate: Median Home Price Up by 17 Percent

Thursday, April 18th, 2013

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According to the latest announcement by the Naples Area Board of Realtors (NABOR) released on April 12, 2013, the median home price in the Naples market is up by 17 percent as compared to March 2012.

The median price increased from $184,000 in March 2012 to $215,000 for the 12-month period ending last month.  Overall, the total number of closed sales dropped in March compared to a year ago. However, overall pending sales increased 4 percent from 10,204 units to 10,633 units for the 12-month period ending in March 2013. Overall pending sales rose in all price categories in March compared to the 12-month period ending in March 2012, except in the under $300,000 category.

The report also stated that the average number of days on the market decreased by 8 percent, from 171 days on the market in March 2012 to 157 days on the market last month. Overall inventory dropped by 14 percent, from 7,599 in March 2012 to 6,565 last month as well.

NABOR also released its first quarter 2013 report…

The quarterly report said the overall median closed price increased 24 percent, from $190,000 in the first quarter of 2012 to $235,000 in the first quarter of 2013. In the $300,000 and under category, the median closed price increased 18 percent, from $135,000 in the first quarter of 2012 to $159,000 in the first quarter of 2013.

Overall closed sales decreased 2 percent, from 2,220 residences in the first quarter of 2012 to 2,167 in the first quarter of 2013. Overall closed sales increased 13 percent in the $300,000 to $500,000 category, from 309 residences to 350, and increased 15 percent in the $1 million to $2 million category, from 99 residences in the first quarter of 2012 to 114 in the first quarter of 2013, according to the report.

The also report said the average number of days on the market decreased 4 percent overall, from 169 days in the first quarter of 2012 to 162 days in the first quarter of 2013.

To read the full release by NABOR, visit www.NaplesArea.com

For additional market reports looking at the Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero areas, please visit the John R. Wood Realtors Market Data Research page.

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Naples FL Real Estate: New Real Estate Agents Join John R. Wood Realtors

Thursday, April 11th, 2013

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John R. Wood Realtors is proud to announce the addition of the following new agents to its team:

 

WEB-Kazda,-Michael---2013John R. Wood Realtors welcomes Michael A. Kazda to its Old Naples office. Kazda served in the United States Army and studied administration and finance. Prior to real estate, he served as a Chief Executive Officer/Owner for an accounting company and as a Controller/Business Manager for a talent agency. Prior to arriving in Naples in 2012, Kazda lived in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin and currently holds sales associate and REALTOR® designations.  He also is a volunteer for 5th Avenue Business Improvement District activities and a member of the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR), the Florida Association of REALTORS® (FAR), and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

 

John R. Wood Realtors welcomes Gwendolyn Leftwich Geletka (Image not available) to its North Naples office. Previously from Canfield, Ohio, Geletka attended the Touro School of Nursing, Lousiana State University, Hondros College, and Larson Educational Services.  Prior to real estate, she was President and Chief Executive Officer of Kogelles Ltd. Inc. Women’s Specialty Boutique and a registered nurse. She has been involved with the Junior League of Youngstown and the Rich Foundation for Autism and is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), the Florida Association of REALTORS® (FAR), and the Ohio Association of REALTORS® (OAR). Geletka holds a REALTOR® designation in Ohio and Florida.

John R. Wood Realtors welcomes Sophie Hewson (Image not available) to its Central office as part of the Treadwell Real Estate Sales Team. Living previously in Chicago and London, Hewson attended Rollins College and Regents College, earning a Bachelor of Administration Degree in International Business and a Master’s Degree in Finance. Prior to real estate, Hewson worked in wealth management, luxury hospitality management and marketing. She earned a real estate sales associate designation in 2011 and is active in the Naples Council for World Affairs. She is currently serves as a Southwest Florida Model UN Judge and is a member of the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR).

 

WEB-Hagan,-MikeJohn R. Wood Realtors welcomes Mike Hagan to its Bonita Springs Office. Previously living in Texas, Hagan holds real estate broker and Certified Sales Professional designations. Prior to working in real estate, he was a commercial fisherman.  Hagan is a member of the Bonita Springs-Estero Association of REALTORS® (BEAR).

 

 

 

WEB-Meiners,-Rob---2013John R. Wood Realtors welcomes Rob Meiners to its Old Naples Office as part of the Meiners Real Estate Sales Team. Originally from Chesterfield, Missouri, Meiners attended Missouri University, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science Degree in Engineering Mechanics.  Prior to real estate, Meiners was a Senior Structural Design Engineer and owner of Tubular USA, a steel tubing fabrication company.  He has a real estate sales associate designation and is a member of the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR).

 

John R. Wood Realtors welcomes Laura Meiners (Image not available) to its Old Naples Office as part of the Meiners Real Estate Sales Team. Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Meiners attended the University of Mississippi, earning a Bachelor of Administration Degree in Marketing.

John R. Wood Realtors is the oldest real estate company in Southwest Florida with 53+ years of experience in the market. The firm has eleven offices serving the areas from Marco Island to Sanibel/Captiva Islands, and employs 300 agents and staff.  For more information, visit www.JohnRWood.com.

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Southwest Florida Real Estate and Beyond: What do Home Buyers Really Want in 2013?

Tuesday, March 5th, 2013

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According to a new study released by the National Association of Home Builders, 4 of the top-ranked home features involve energy efficiency.

94 percent of buyers surveyed say they want energy-star rated appliances. Ninety-one percent said they want the whole home to boast an energy-star rating. What’s more, 89 percent said they wanted energy-star rated windows and 88 percent desire ceiling fans, according to the survey.

Home buyers are also paying more attention to the laundry room in homes. Fifty-seven percent consider a laundry room “essential” in a home and nearly every home buyer surveyed say they want one in their home.

Organization is also big for home buyers. All ranking high on their wish-lists: A linen closet in the bathroom, space in the garage to put sports equipment and gardening tools, and a walk-in pantry in the kitchen.

Meanwhile, what do buyers show little preference for? About 43 percent say they do not want a two-story family room, and 38 percent say they don’t want a two-story entry foyer. More buyers view these open spaces as less energy efficient, so they’re no longer as highly rated.

What will your dream home have? Talk to a John R. Wood Agent today about finding your home in paradise that includes everything that is important to YOU.

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Naples Real Estate: 2013 Housing Starts Strong Says NABOR

Monday, February 18th, 2013

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Just last week, the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®) releases it’s January 2013 residential real estate report, which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island).

January 2013 starts the new year with strong sales, continuing the momentum established in 2012.  The overall median closed price increased 16 percent, and the overall closed sales increased 10 percent for the 12-months ending January 2013.

“Our market research demonstrated a steady demand for existing homes, and the new home market is doing well as indicated by a recent report from FGCU, which showed an increase in permits for Collier County,” said Wes Kunkle, NABOR President.

The NABOR® January report provides annual comparisons of single-family home and condominium sales (via the SunshineMLS), price ranges, and geographic segmentation and includes an Overall Market summary. The NABOR® January sales statistics are presented in chart format, with these overall (single-family and condominium units) specifics:

  • The overall median closed price increased 16 percent from $179,000 at the end of January 2012 to $207,000 for the 12-month period ending January 2013.
  • Overall pending sales increased 13 percent from 9,456 units to 10,681 units for the 12-month period ending January 2013. Overall pending sales increased 35 percent in the $300,000 to $500,000 category from 1,225 units to 1,652 units and 35 percent in the $500,000 to $1 million category, from 892 units to 1,200 units, and increased 22 percent in the $1 million to $2 million category, from 408 units to 497 units, respectively for the 12-month period ending January 2013.
  • The average DOM (Days on the Market) decreased overall from 173 days in January 2012 to 161 days in January 2013.
  • Overall pending sales in the Naples coastal area increased 36 percent from 1,555 units to 2,112 units, and closed sales increased 16 percent, from 1,638 units to 1,893 units, for the 12-month period ending January 2013.

To see the full report and accompanying charts, please click HERE.

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Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero Real Estate: January 2013 Neighborhood Snapshot Report Now Available

Thursday, February 14th, 2013

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Each month, John R. Wood Realtors publishes their Neighborhood Snapshot Report which shows the number of closed sales over the last 12 months, as well as the available inventory in some of Naples’ and Bonita Springs’ most popular neighborhoods.  This report is divided by single-family homes and condominiums, and gives residents insight into how active their neighborhood is, as well as surrounding neighborhoods.

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The latest report dated February 1, 2013, show only a handful of communities that have experienced a decrease in available inventory of single-family homes and condominiums. Those communities are Aqualane Shores, Pelican Landing, The Colony (at Pelican Landing), Grey Oaks, Palmira, Pelican Marsh, The Vineyards, and Tiburon. All other communities show an increase in available inventory. Many communities, such as Aqualane Shores, Barefoot Bay, The Crossings, Grey Oaks, Kensington, Lely Resort, Old Naples, Pelican Marsh, Pine Ridge, Royal Harbour, Pelican Landing, and The Vineyards, also show an increase in closed sales for single-family homes and condominiums within the past 12 months up to February 1, 2013.

 

To find out what is happening in your neighborhood, contact a John R. Wood Agent today.

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Southwest Florida Real Estate and Beyond: Top 5 Things to Do This Weekend

Friday, January 18th, 2013

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Besides checking out all the John R. Wood Realtors Open Houses this Sunday, what else are you going to do this weekend?

Courtesy of Gulfshore Life Magazine, here are your top 5 things to do this weekend around Southwest Florida.

  1. Explore Rookery Bay during the 9th Annual Southwest Florida Nature Festival starting Friday. Choose from 40 different guided nature trips and check out presentations on the Florida Wildlife Corridor project that was featured in the July 2012 issue of Gulfshore Life. www.rookerybay.org
  2. Gulfshore Playhouse brings one of the most honored plays of the past 20 years when it starts a run of I Am My Own Wife on Friday through Feb. 3 at the Norris Center in Naples, with a preview tonight. The one-person show with 37 characters, tells the story of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a German transvestite who manages to survive both the Nazis and the Stasi. www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org
  3. The Sunshine Blues Festival kicks off its three-city Florida tour with a show at Centennial Park in Fort Myers featuring the Tedeschi Trucks Band, Walter Trout, Sonny Landreth, Joe Louis Walker and more. The fun kicks off at noon Friday. www.sunshinebluesfestival.com
  4. Head to Bass Pro at the Gulf Coast Town Center this weekend for the first leg of its Great American Boat Show. Learn about the latest in cruising and fishing boats, take seminars to help you better enjoy your time on the water and get tips from pro anglers. www.basspro.com
  5. Blending classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop Pink Martini  has spent the past two decades bringing a new kind of cool to popular music. Hear the band’s precocious blend at the Phil at 8 p.m. Sunday. www.thephil.org

For more information about this Sunday’s Open Houses, please see our insert in this Sunday’s edition of the Naples Daily News!

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John R. Wood Realtors’ CEO featured as one of Naples 15 in January 2013 Issue of Naples Illustrated

Monday, January 7th, 2013

 

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John R. Wood Realtors’ CEO, Phil Wood, is featured as one of the “Naples 15″ in the January 2013 issue of Naples Illustrated. The feature, written by Liz Grant Smith, spotlights key individuals “who were instrumental in making Naples the extraordinary community it is now.”

 

Check out the issue on newsstands now or click HERE to see the full article!

 

Phil Wood, CEO John R. Wood Realtors. Photographed by Vanessa Rogers at a private residence in Grey Oaks.

Phil Wood, CEO John R. Wood Realtors. Photographed by Vanessa Rogers at a private residence in Grey Oaks.

 

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Naples FL Real Estate and Beyond: Foreclosures Up For Month but Down vs Prior Year in Collier County

Wednesday, December 26th, 2012

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Foreclosure filings were up Collier county for the month of November, according to the U.S. Foreclosure Market Report released today by RealtyTrac.   The numbers are down, however, from November 2011, by 5.28 percent.

Foreclosures in Lee fell from 997 to 902 for the month, a drop of 9.53 percent from October and 31.98 percent from November 2011.

For more information about foreclosure and short sale properties, please contact your John R. Wood Agent.

 

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Naples FL Real Estate: John R. Wood Agents Recognized at WCR Naples Chapter Installation

Monday, December 17th, 2012

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John R. Wood Realtors is proud to announce that several of its agents were recognized at the Women’s Council of Realtors Naples on-the-Gulf Chapter’s (WCR Naples) Annual Installation Event, which recently took place on December 6, 2012 at the Naples Bay Resort and Yacht Club.

The following John R. Wood agents received recognition for their participation and/or sales achievements:

Debbie Zvibleman, WCR Naples 2012 President (now Past-President)

 

 

 

 

 

Lynn Bower, WCR Naples 2013 Incoming President

 

 

 

 

 

Jeannette P. Batten, WCR Naples 2013 President-Elect

 

 

 

 

 

Marie Harris, recipient of the 2012 Entrepreneur of the Year Award

 

 

 

 

 

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Housing Predictor Names Naples, FL #8 on Best Real Estate Housing Markets Through 2016

Tuesday, November 27th, 2012

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Online real estate and news provider, Housing Predictor, has just released its Best Real Estate Housing Markets Through 2016 report. The 10 cities on this report  are projected by Housing Predictor to have the highest probability of appreciating the most for all cities in the nation through 2016.  Naples, Florida makes #8 on the list.

Regarding Naples, the article states that Naples, Florida has been a vacation destination for east coast residents for decades and “shouldn’t have much of a problem re-establishing itself over the next five years.”

The #1 city on this list was Miami, FL.

For market information about Naples, Bonita Springs, Marco Island and Estero, FL, click HERE!

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