Laura Layden | Naples Daily News
Collier County commissioners have approved another rural village with thousands of homes.
With two new faces on its board, the commission voted unanimously Tuesday in favor of the project, known as Brightshore.
County staff and the county’s Planning Commission both recommended approval.
The vote by county commissioners came swiftly after the developer agreed to offer another $50,000 to help address neighborhood concerns about traffic and access on Immokalee Road.
The village is planned north of Immokalee Road on roughly 681 acres, near Red Hawk Lane, a few miles east of the Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary.
Along with approving the village, the commission agreed to the creation of a community development district and accepted two developer agreements to provide land for future road improvements on Immokalee Road and to supply water and wastewater services within the development.
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Housing Market Favorable for Preseason Buyers
Naples, Fla. (November 23, 2022) – Speculation that home sales in October would drop dramatically in Collier County following Hurricane Ian was proven inaccurate as closed and pending sales for the month increased 23.7 and 8.7 percent, respectively, compared to closed and pending sales reported in September, according to the October 2022 Market Report by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®), which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island). And even though 525 listings were either terminated, expired or withdrawn from the Southwest Florida MLS during October, overall inventory for the month increased 72.7 percent to 2,325 properties from 1,346 properties in October 2021.
Admittedly, compared to 2021 which was a standout year for real estate in Collier County, closed sales in October decreased 24.5 percent to 662 closed sales from 877 closed sales in October 2021. Pending sales (homes under contract) also decreased 43.3 percent to 673 pending sales from 1,186 pending sales in October 2021.
According to NABOR®’s statistics, October’s overall median closed price held fast at $555,000, the same as was reported in September. But compared to October 2021, the overall median closed price increased 23.3 percent from $450,000. Interestingly, the statistics showed a 1.6 percent decrease in median closed price for condominiums between September and October. Haynes added that, “While we saw a slight increase in new listings by condominium owners who had damage and decided to sell instead of rebuild, the hurricane is not going to spark a ‘fire sale’ trend.”
There was a 26.1 percent increase in new listings in October compared to September, which broker analysts say is typical this time of year. Overall new listings in October decreased 13.9 percent to 908 from 1,054 in October 2021, but new listings for single family homes soared in October and were just 10 properties shy of the 548 new listings reported in October 2021. Preseason buyers will be pleased to find many more options than last year.
The NABOR® October 2022 Market Report provides comparisons of single-family home and condominium sales (via the Southwest Florida MLS), price ranges, and geographic segmentation and includes an overall market summary. NABOR® sales statistics are presented in chart format, including these overall (single-family and condominium) findings for 2022:
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Babcock Ranch is the 10th fastest-selling master-planned community in the United States, based on mid-year rankings by prominent real estate consulting firm RCLCO. Babcock Ranch jumped 4 spots since the end of 2021, when it claimed No. 14 on RCLCO’s annual list of the 50 fastest-selling master-planned communities in the country.
The July 18 announcement follows several milestones at Babcock Ranch with total home sales now exceeding 2,220 and over 1,700 homes closed. The town will soon introduce new neighborhoods, builders, amenities and facilities, including the opening of Babcock High School and the Field House in August.
Babcock Ranch, America’s first solar-powered town, debuted on the RCLCO list in July 2020 and has risen steadily in the rankings, which are based on total new home sales in master-planned communities across the country. Babcock Ranch began marketing new homes in 2017 and welcomed its first residents in January 2018.
Babcock Ranch was created by Kitson & Partners with the philosophy that smart growth and sustainability work hand in hand. Half of the town’s footprint is set aside as greenways, parks and expansive lakes, providing recreation and scenic backdrops for Babcock Ranch’s homes and the Founder’s Square downtown district. Built to Florida Green Building Coalition standards, homes emphasize energy and water conservation, innovation and have a full gig of fiber-optic connectivity.
Babcock Ranch continues to explore higher environmental standards in homebuilding with the recent introduction of its newest neighborhood – Innovation Way – with seven showcase homes serving as a testing ground and living laboratory. National homebuilders Lennar, Pulte Homes and D.R. Horton are evaluating the possibilities for a new wave of homebuilding solutions, implementing cutting-edge technology, new materials and construction practices to create the most energy-efficient, water-preserving and health-forward homes on the market. Florida Power & Light Company will analyze energy efficiency throughout the testing period.
Babcock Ranch was named Master Planned Community of the Year by the Lee Building Industry Association for a second consecutive year in 2021.
Homebuilders offer more than 50 home designs ranging from 1,120 to more than 4,000 square feet. Homes appeal to young millennials, families, empty nesters and retirees, with base prices ranging from the upper-$200,000s to over $1.5 million.
Babcock Ranch recently unveiled plans for Midtown, the newest chapter in the town’s development, celebrating outdoor recreation and the natural landscape with more places to live, work, play and connect with nature and each other. Midtown’s first phase will introduce eight new neighborhoods, new builders and a thoughtfully designed next-generation town center for waterfront dining, offices, shops and apartments within seven scenic acres of green space. The new Curry Creek Park, a 3.5-mile linear park, leads to Midtown, offering 50 acres of unique pocket parks, pavilions and event lawns for picnics and community events, gardens, play areas for adults, children and dogs, and untouched preserves and wetlands.
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One Naples is a one-of-a-kind resort-style residential community coming soon to Naples at Vanderbilt Beach.
Proudly presented by Stock Residences, the luxury condominium division of STOCK, One Naples offers an incomparable setting, magnificent gulf and bay view residences, refined amenities and exclusive concierge services.
In October Stock Residences will announce the launch of an inspired partnership between One Naples and an established, world-renowned luxury brand representing the gold standard in branded residential living. This ideally crafted collaboration will be the perfect fit for One Naples and its Owners, adding prestige, expertise, and exemplary benefits to complement an elevated lifestyle, concierge services and elite property management.
One Naples entices Owners with the pairing of boutique living within a well-curated and elevated lifestyle. Owners will enjoy boating from a multi-slip marina on Vanderbilt Lagoon, luxurious pools and cabanas, fire pits, bike paths, and quick access to Vanderbilt Beach. The Park at One Naples is a lush, beautifully landscaped park with walking paths, covered shade pavilions, bocce ball and a dog park, and One Naples residents will also have the convenience of a café and deli.
One Naples has a magnificent array of luxurious amenities, including 28,000 square feet of marvelous indoor amenities. Owners enjoy a wonderful restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining, private theater/golf simulator, separate kids club/game room, private Guest Suites, card room, boardroom, a wellness-inspired spa with steam, sauna and treatment rooms, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.
There are 22,000 square feet of extraordinary outdoor amenities. The dramatic curvilinear elevated resort pool is surrounded by a see-through glass-like edge. The beautiful lap pool design features the illusion of cascading water, creating a water wall backdrop. Adjacent to the lap pool, cabanas are positioned for magnificent sunsets.
The Bay Residences have their own private rooftop experience, with pool, sundeck, grilling stations and cabanas with breathtaking views of Vanderbilt Lagoon. Additional amenities include an Owners-only social lounge to enjoy cocktails with friends and neighbors against a backdrop of stunning bay views. Bay residents also have a private concierge to assist with a variety of personal arrangements.
Tower Owners enjoy proximity to the magnificent offerings on the 3rd floor amenity level, with 50,000 square feet of extraordinary indoor and outdoor amenities. There are also rooftop amenities exclusively for Tower residents, with luxurious seating, stunning sunset views, lounge areas, beverage service and a variety of refined amenities. Tower residents enjoy the convenience of valet parking as well as elevated concierge services. Whether it’s a private chef for a dinner party, spa, dining or theater reservations, or professional housekeeping services, every request is handled with exceptional care and consideration.
Stock Development newsletter | July 26, 2022
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Residents of Babcock Ranch have now welcomed more than 1,700 owners, ready to embrace a healthy new lifestyle focused on wellness, sustainability and a sense of community.
New families, retirees and young professionals have discovered how special life is in America’s first solar-powered hometown. The first residents were welcomed in 2018. Over 700 of the town’s total closed sales have occurred since July 2021. Babcock Ranch has surpassed over 2,100 home sales and is the 14th fastest-selling community in the nation.
Babcock High School will welcome its first students for the 2022-23 school year. The 43,000-sq.ft. state-of-the-art secondary school is almost ready for the August 8th bell. The two-story high school is on the town’s education campus close to the K-8 Babcock Neighborhood School. The high school features 26 classrooms, science and technology labs, administrative offices, a media room and multiple assembly areas. The 40,600-sq. ft. Field House is on schedule, featuring two gyms, a fitness center, cafeteria, and men’s and women’s locker rooms. It will also serve as an emergency storm shelter for up to 1,343 occupants and provide community programs and rental venues for private functions.
Babcock Ranch is a 17,000 acre planned community in southeastern Charlotte County and northeastern Lee County, Florida.
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If you are looking for an elegant single-family home and world-class amenities for growing families or retirement leisure with year-round enjoyment, look no further than RiverCreek by GL Homes.
In Estero on the sunny Florida Gulf Coast, between Naples and Fort Myers, RiverCreek will bring the best of Florida living, combining the area’s natural beauty and family-oriented activities, great shopping, beautiful parks, and an array of restaurants along with beautiful beaches, great schools and more.
RiverCreek will offer homebuyers spacious luxury single-family homes from the $600s to $900s. Stylish multi-bedroom homes for entertaining with open-concept living areas; luxe master suites, gourmet kitchens, and screened and covered patios for outdoor enjoyment.
World-class amenities including a Clubhouse for all ages with a fully-equipped fitness center, fabulous resort-style pool with shade cabanas, outdoor sport courts, parks and playgrounds for maximum outdoor fun including walking, jogging, biking, and more.
Florida’s premier homebuilder, GL Homes has a reputation for delivering comfort, convenience, quality and excellence. With more than 40 years of experience building luxury homes and creating family-oriented and 55+ master-planned communities. Homebuyers appreciate GL communities for their value, exceptional resort-style amenities and thoughtfully-designed homes.
Located off the Corkscrew Road corridor just east of I-75, RiverCreek is close to shopping, dining and entertainment, great schools and quality healthcare. The small town ambiance of the Village of Estero offers so much for residents of RiverCreek to enjoy.
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