The Bell Team

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Standard & Poor's price index ticks up....

According to Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller home index, which tracks 20 large cities, home prices ticked up 1.6% in July from June. This represents the third-consecutive month of bolstered prices. Home prices rose for the first time in three years in May.

Here in Lee county the August sales information is out and sales of single family homes for the month are up 83% over the same period last year. After several years of a slow market this is very favorable news. Although the median income has dropped substantially, the lower prices and high number of foreclosure and short sales have attracted first time buyers, second home buyers and investors back into the market place.

Monday, September 14, 2009

Sanibel Real Estate, New Listing

Seascape of Sanibel

Wonderful Gulf front complex with pool, spa, tennis and a private path to the deeded beach access. Gorgeous 3BR/3BA condo with den and partial Gulf views! Has the feel of a penthouse or single family home with all the convenience of condo living. Sold decorator furnished with a few personal exceptions. Large screened lanai with wet bar. Perfect for entertaining or just relaxing while watching the sunset. Situated in a private & peaceful location on Sanibel Island. Close to great island amenities, restaurants, art galleries, shopping and more. Asking $1,495,000

Labels: beach, Gulf front condominium, Gulf of Mexico condominium, investment property, sanibel property, Sanibel real estate, sanibel real estate agent

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Sanibel Real Estate, New Listing

The Dunes

Beautifully maintained 3BR/2BA home surrounded by lush landscaping with gorgeous views of the lake & wildlife. This home offers lovely wood floors, nice light island colors, gourmet kitchen with granite counters, top of the line appliances, great room with vaulted ceiling & large wall of windows overlooking the lake, formal dining, screened lanai, screen enclosed heated pool and spa. Large interior storage down stairs, laundry room, 2 single car garages, rolldown shutters, corrugated shutters and wood for storm protection. Great family community offering golf, tennis & a clubhouse with restaurant. Close to island amenities, shopping, & beaches. Some furnishings negotiable. Asking $799,000

Labels: investment property, Island homes, Sanibel, sanibel Florida real estate, sanibel real estate agent, sanibel realtor, second home

Sanibel Real Estate, New Listing

Southwinds

Charming original beach cottage, steps from the Gulf of Mexico. Cottage offers 2BR/2BA, bedrooms are spacious, large living/dining combination, carpet and tile floors, fenced swimming pool (just re-finished) with a pool cabana, deck, screened porch, hurricane shutters, plenty of exterior storage, workshop, 2 single car garages, partial new roof and freshly painted. Some furnishings are negotiable. Asking $599,000

Labels: beach, investment property, Island homes, Sanibel homes for sale, sanibel property, Sanibel real estate, second home