Compared to last year, closed sales for September were up 11.4%, with 1,642 sales reported. This brought year-to-date sales to 17,409, down 3.5% from the same period last year. Over the preceding three years, year-to-date sales through September posted year-over-year declines of 28%, 14%, and 8%, respectively. With August sales up and the [...]

With pleasant temperatures, plenty of sunshine, fall festivals, and fun Halloween events, October is a wonderful time for Paradise Coast events. This month's events also include live entertainment, an outstanding boat show, and a very special opening night for the Naples International Film [...]

Shopping for a Southwest Florida home this fall? Start by diving into the data. You'll find a summary of our Monthly Market Report here each month, and further details in the full report. Our real estate agents have the latest details in our Southwest Florida Market Report for August 2025.

Southwest Florida Market Report: August 2025

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Sanibel Island is one of the most peaceful, scenic places on the Paradise Coast, with natural beauty waiting for you around every corner. There are so many great places to see local plants, wildlife, and ecology around Sanibel, whether you choose your own adventure on the nature trails or take an expert guided tour to see the [...]

Marco Island is a beautiful place to spend time outdoors during the fall, with fantastic weather, stunning scenery, and tons of different outdoor activities for you to enjoy. Whether you're in the mood for a shelling stroll on the beach, an eco-tour to fascinating natural spaces, or a round of golf surrounded by gorgeous scenery, there's [...]

The start of fall has nearly arrived, which means you've got tons of great events to look forward to in Paradise Coast communities. This time of year offers an excellent mix of outdoor events, fun festivals, family-friendly activities, and live performances, so family members of all ages can get in on the [...]

Florida’s Homestead Exemption and Save Our Homes (SOH) cap can create meaningful long-term tax savings for primary-resident homeowners. The best part? When you move within Florida, you may be able to carry a portion—or all—of those savings to your next homestead. That transfer is called portability.

Summer may be winding down, but there's still plenty of time left to shop for your next Paradise Coast home. Start by exploring our full Monthly Market Report, and check out the highlights we've shared right here. Our real estate agents have the latest data for you in the Southwest Florida Market Report for July 2025.

Southwest Florida Market Report: July [...]

Naples is home to a vibrant artistic community, which is no surprise when artists have the natural beauty and stunning sunsets of the Paradise Coast for inspiration. You'll find a great collection of galleries, studios, museums, and art-themed events [...]

John R. Wood Properties is a trusted name in Southwest Florida's luxury real estate market. The company now has an impact on vacation rentals through JRW Vacation Rentals LLC. This new business brings together three popular companies: The Holiday Life, Resort Harbour Properties, and Island Palm Vacation Rentals. Each company specializes in [...]