Gravina Smith Matte & Arnold – Special to Naples Daily News | June 26, 2021
Sales are now underway for London Bay’s bold, bay-front vision at Grandview at Bay Beach – Estero Island’s newest 11-story tower within walking distance to the beach and close proximity to boating and marinas.
Boasting panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico, Estero Bay and Southwest Florida’s picture-perfect sunsets, Grandview at Bay Beach offers a sought-after location that will inspire residents to immerse themselves in the natural Southwest Florida lifestyle.
Located within the gated Waterside neighborhood at Bay Beach, a short distance from Naples, Grandview’s 58 stunning residences will illustrate new heights in uncommon coastal luxury within 2,400 to 2,900 square feet. Grandview’s open-concept floor plans will feature 9’1” ceilings, three or four bedrooms, a den, up to three-and-a-half bathrooms, private elevator access and a dedicated covered space in the main garage. Six exclusive top-floor penthouses will feature 11-foot ceilings and a private two-car garage.
“Grandview presents a winning combination of world-class views, a waterfront lifestyle and resort-style amenities,” said Sales Director Michael Veliz of London Bay. “Residents will feel like they are living in paradise.”
In each thoughtfully designed residence, a wide foyer leads to a living area that includes a great room with a breezy, screened covered terrace, an elegant dining area and a gourmet island kitchen. Spacious dens afford additional comfortable space for working or relaxing.
A luxurious master suite features wide vestibules, spacious walk-in closets and a sitting area that creates the ideal spot to enjoy water views and a spa-worthy bathroom boasting dual vanities and an oversized walk-in shower.
All floorplans feature luxury features and finishes, including porcelain tile throughout living areas and bathrooms with fully tiled floors on all outdoor terraces as well as Kohler fixtures. Kitchens will include Bosch stainless-steel appliances, natural stone countertops and an open island featuring cabinetry with self-closing drawers in a variety of finishes.
Grandview’s on-site, resort-inspired amenities include a wellness lifestyle focus built into the tower’s design. Residents can make Grandview’s fitness center part of their commitment to self-care and a healthy lifestyle. With state-of-the-art strength and cardio equipment, fitness goals are within reach. The adjacent yoga studio, complete with a mirror wall, barre, and cushioned flooring for impact absorption, will provide additional relaxation space for residents. Men’s and women’s changing rooms have been elegantly envisioned with sleek stainless-steel fixtures and finishes, along with shimmering wallcovering in soothing, soft blue.
Grandview residents will also have access to the activities and amenities offered within Waterside, including a resort-style swimming pool and spa, and walking and jogging paths adjacent to a private, open space.
Grandview’s elevated waterfront living comes alive in “The EL,” its upscale, on-property amenities hub accessed by a floating staircase curving from the first-floor lobby.
A fishing pier, beach access and nearby marinas offer additional opportunities for outdoor excursions, including boating, biking, fishing charters and sunset cruises. Residents can rent a power boat, sailboat, jet ski or kayak along the Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail, a 190-mile canoe and kayak trail that weaves through the waters of Lee County.
Situated two miles north of Lovers Key State Park, Grandview is minutes from the beaches and fun of Fort Myers Beach and world-class shopping, dining, golf and cultural experiences of Naples.
Grandview residences are available starting from the low $1 millions, and also offers a pet-friendly living environment with no weight restrictions.
Contact David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086 for more information or to visit Grandview Bay Beach.
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Kalea Bay, the luxury residential high-rise community located on Vanderbilt Drive, just north of Wiggins Pass Road in North Naples, has reported the construction of its third tower has already reached the 8th floor of the 22-story structure.
“It was back in early November when construction crews began pouring the lobby floor,” said Inga Lodge, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Kalea Bay. “As of today, Tower 300 is scheduled to be completed in October 2022.”
In the past two months buyers have been especially enthralled with what the high-rise community has to offer in terms of amenities, lifestyle, location and residential opportunities.
“Although a few residences remain in the community’s completed second tower and are available for immediate occupancy, the majority of our recent sales occurred in Tower 300,” Lodge noted. “That boom, which included 23 sales in a month, pushed our third tower over the 50 percent sold mark.”
Tower 300, like its predecessors, will feature 120 luxury residences. Specifically, it’s 20 floors of residences over two floors of parking. Rooftop amenities are similar to those found in Tower 100 and 200 including a rooftop pool, open-air fitness center and a sky lounge.
“And the views of the Gulf of Mexico from the rooftop are simply incredible,” Lodge stated. “There’s nothing like it in Southwest Florida.”
Six floor plans are available in Tower 300 ranging between three-bedroom plus den/three-and-a-half-baths to four-bedroom/four-and-a-half-baths. The size of the residences ranges from 3,722 to 3,922 total square feet.
Each floor plan, following an open-concept design, allows the living, dining and kitchen areas to spill out onto an expansive lanai, creating a true outdoor living room.
Kitchens include such standard features that most consider upgrades such as luxury cabinetry, quartz countertops and a large island, as well as SubZero and Wolf appliances.
The master bedroom includes an oversized walk-in closet while the master bath has his and hers vanities, quartz countertops, luxury cabinetry, a soaking tub and a glass-enclosed shower.
Additional residential features include floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that retract across the entire living area bringing the outdoors in. The large lanais are constructed with transparent glass rails for uninterrupted views of the gulf. Smart home ready and fully equipped laundry rooms round out the list of features.
Residences in Tower 300 are currently priced from $1.5 million.
For three years now the residents of Kalea Bay have been enjoying their community’s incredible clubhouse and the many amenities that surround it.
“Our main amenity area measures 88,000 square feet and is truly the recreational and social centerpiece of the community,” said Lodge. “Receiving compliments regarding our amenities from residents, their guests and even visitors is a daily occurrence. They believe the amenities at Kalea Bay are the envy of all other communities in the Naples area.”
The main amenity area is located on the north side of the large lake at the community’s entrance. It features three individual pools, including a resort pool, an adults-only pool and a children’s pool, plus expansive pool decks, an open-air bar, a fitness center, a lakeside fire pit, kid’s game room, teen’s lounge and an event lawn.
All three pools overlook the lake and provide a multitude of recreational options. Expansive sun decks with lounge chairs and native, tropical plants separate each of the three pools for the ultimate in privacy.
The designer models reflect what JMD Development wanted Antilles to represent. Brand new, well-designed and built luxury-appointed properties in a serene setting, large enough to offer resort style amenities at no extra cost, yet small enough to feel like a place where everybody knows your name – or at least your dog’s. Plus, Antilles’ fresh take on classic West Indies Island style architecture brings 21st century materials and building standards to the Collier Boulevard corridor in South Naples.
The fifty-four acre gated development is built around its central five-acre Kingfisher Lake and adjacent Wetland Preserve. Antilles’ 212 condominiums are built in three configurations and all include screened-in Lanais and Garage parking. The larger Grand Coach Homes are four-unit residences with three Bedrooms, two Baths, and range in size from 1,980 to 2,444 square feet under air. The somewhat smaller Classic Coach Homes are also three Bedroom residences, and Antilles’ twelve-unit Multiplexes are elevator buildings, built two-stories over ground level parking, and feature two- and three-Bedroom floorplans. Well-appointed homes are priced from the upper $300,000’s and feature low monthly H.O.A. fees.
The Grand Coach Home’s first floor Nevis model looks like Island style living at its finest. Upon entering, mild Island breezes seem to stir. The first impression is that of a light, bright and airy home. Through and through, the Nevis is sharp and well done. Matte finished Potenza Ivory ceramic tile grounds the living areas with a modern esthetic. Pure White walls, higher ceilings, tall baseboards and substantial solid wood, routed-panel doors and gleaming hardware continue the sun bleached, tropical ambience. Deeply louvered interior Bahama window and door shutters continue the Island rhythms throughout, and a striking deepest sea-blue accent wall in the Entry Area forms a dramatic backdrop for a detailed, bone-white sea coral art installation that exudes Island fun and flair.
The second Grand Coach Home model is the upper floor Montserrat, the largest home in Antilles. Its first floor Entry is grounded by a gorgeous antique brass finished console with deep marble front and subtle mid-century modern styling. The pleasing geometry of the furnishings’ complimentary shapes and surfaces make the room an instant classic while reinforcing the sense of total privacy that the second-story Montserrat affords. Upstairs, the living area is a perfection of shape, texture and color. The fresh color scheme is highlighted in the drapes and accessory pillows on a beautifully scaled high-backed sofa. Its matching cream-colored coffee table is a graceful arrangement of two curvy footrests. Two low profile woven reed arm chairs complete the space with a contemporary edge.
The dining area features open-work furnishings and metallic finishes. Accents with textural interest and another large open-drum chandelier installation highlight the area. The design sophistication continues in the elegant master suite with dazzling white-on-white furnishings accented in silver, gold and a touch of dusty mauve. The adjoining master bath includes a separate commode room. The double sink vanity has bright chrome fittings and the same soft white Quartz countertop as the kitchen, and is topped by a wall-to-wall mirror installation. The oversized, glass-enclosed shower is fitted with a rain forest shower head and substantial frameless glass door. The linen closet and walk-in master closet are both custom fitted with wood shelving.
The Montserrat is a showcase for the standard finishes offered at Antilles. Its cabinetry, flooring and countertops are all among the standard selections available at Antilles, making it a must-see model when considering how much of what is special about a home in Antilles is already included in its purchase price when comparing it to other new home options in South Naples.
All Antilles’ homes include as standard features solid wood interior doors, hurricane-rated windows and doors, Shaker style 42-inch wood kitchen cabinetry in a variety of finishes, Merano hardware, higher ceilings and baseboards, sleek rocker style lighting switches, cove ceiling details per plan, wide profile tile flooring, double sink master bath vanities, Kohler plumbing fixtures, substantial frameless glass shower doors and built-in custom closet systems throughout. Linen closets, pantries, walk-in master closets and separate laundry rooms are included. Quartz countertops are standard, as are kitchen island pendant lights and stainless steel appliances – including on-trend French door style refrigerators. Recessed lighting and advance wiring for data, voice and video are included. JMD Development has set aside four guest suites for the exclusive use of Antilles’ homeowners. These will be finished to the same degree of polish and style as its decorator models.
The fabulous Flamingo Club amenity center is designed to become the heart of the community, offering 14,000 square feet of pure luxury, indoors and out. Concierge and executive services are managed here and the state of the art exercise and fitness center, massage room and catering kitchen are to the rear. The huge gathering room has varied socializing, cafe, lounge and seating areas and occupies about one-half of the Club’s 5,000 square foot expanse, with wall to wall views of the outdoor living areas, including the 3,500 square foot resort pool and spa with sun and shade decks, the Tiki Hut with al fresco seating, an arbor-enclosed fire pit, Bocce ball and regulation Pickleball Quad-Courts.
To arrange an in person or virtual tour of homes at Antilles, contact David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
Naples Real Estate Market Sees Another Record Month in Closings
Naples, Fla. (November 20, 2020) – According to the October 2020 Market Report, released by the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®), which tracks home listings and sales within Collier County (excluding Marco Island), the Naples real estate market continues to see strong demand in both the single family and condominium markets. Buyers are getting a jump on the winter seasonal market as shown by the reduced inventory, increase in multiple bids and the jump in closed sales. Closed sales activity for the overall market increased 65.2 percent to 1,249 closed sales in October 2020 from 756 closed sales in October 2019.
Inventory continues to be a challenge for buyers seeking to purchase a home in Naples. While the overall market inventory in October 2020 decreased 33.8 percent to 3,543 from 5,351 in October 2019, overall pending sales for the same time period increased 73.0 percent to 1,708 from 987 in October 2019. With strong demand, sellers are receiving multiple competitive offers on their listings during what is a traditionally slower time of year. Offers are coming in more quickly as well, with homes sold during October 2020 staying on the market 11.5 percent fewer days than October 2019. The average number of days on the market until sale was 92 in October 2020 compared to 104 days in October 2020.
“In a typical year, October would be a time when inventory numbers rise as sellers prepare for increased demand during season,” said a Broker. “However, the pandemic disrupted traditional seasonal patterns. Buyers are motivated to seek larger, more comfortable homes that accommodate their work-from-home lifestyles.”
In a recent interview in Inc. magazine, Bill Gates acknowledged the nationwide, post-pandemic migration of families to bigger houses in smaller communities with less traffic. Annual market statistics support that trend is happening locally. During the period of January through October 2020, there were 9,785 closed sales in Naples, which represents a 13.8 percent increase over the same period in 2019. With more active buyers on the market, housing prices are seeing moderate but sustainable growth.
The October Market Report showed that single-family homes saw an increase in the median closed sales price of 12.1 percent to $458,000 during January to October 2020, up from $408,500 during the same period in 2019. Condominium median closed sales prices also saw an uptick of 5.8 percent to $275,000 during January to October 2020, over $260,000 during the same period in 2019.
Brenda Fioretti, Managing Broker at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty, notes that 30.6 percent of homes on the market experienced a price increase during October. “Sellers are receiving multiple, competitive bids on their listings. So, it is important for buyers to make a serious offer when they find the right home.”
The NABOR® October 2020 Market Reports provide 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:
| CATEGORIES |
Oct 2019 |
Oct 2020 |
CHANGE |
| Total closed sales (month/month) |
756 |
1,249 |
+65.2% |
| Total pending sales (homes under contract) (month/month) |
987 |
1,708 |
+73.0% |
| Median closed price (month/month) |
$329,950 |
$385,000 |
+16.7% |
| Total active listings (inventory) |
5,351 |
3,543 |
-33.8% |
| Average days on market |
104 |
92 |
-11.5% |
| Single-family closed sales (month/month) |
389 |
580 |
+49.1% |
| Single-family median closed price (month/month) |
$395,000 |
$523,000 |
+32.4% |
| Single-family inventory |
2,675 |
1,501 |
-43.9% |
| Condominium closed sales (month/month) |
367 |
624 |
+70.0% |
| Condominium median closed price (month/month) |
$255,000 |
$284,500 |
+11.6% |
| Condominium inventory |
2,676 |
2,042 |
-23.7% |
If you are looking to buy or sell a home in Naples, contact a Naples REALTOR® who has the ability to provide a virtual showing, an accurate market comparison or negotiate a sale. A REALTOR® can ensure your next purchase or sale in the Naples area is a success. Search for your dream home and find a Naples REALTOR® on Naplesarea.com.
“September is typically the slowest month for REALTORS® in Naples,” said Brenda Fioretti, Managing Broker at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty, who added, “but agents were very busy this September as the number of showings increased 80 percent to 35,465 appointments compared to 18,745 appointments in September 2019.”
Median closed prices for September increased 18.2 percent to $384,000 from $325,000 in September 2019. Broker analysts reviewing the market data also said they saw an uptick in multiple offer occurrences in September and advise buyers facing this situation not to delay with an offer if they like a property.
Inventory continues to be a challenge for buyers in Naples. In September, inventory decreased 32.2 percent to 3,980 properties from 5,873 properties in September 2019. A Broker said, “Multi-million properties are being grabbed up with many buyers making an offer sight-unseen. There are currently less than 500 properties on the market over $2 million.” Not surprisingly, closed sales of homes above $2 million have increased 30.7 percent in the 12-months ending September 2020.
According to the September Market Report, 9.9 percent of the sales reported in September were from new construction sources. But broker analysts say this number does not adequately reflect actual sales activity for the new construction market as sources indicate that builders are just too busy to input every sale in the MLS.
The NABOR® September 2020 Market Reports provide 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:
| CATEGORIES |
Sept 2019 |
Sept 2020 |
CHANGE |
| Total closed sales (month/month) |
717 |
1,096 |
+52.9% |
| Total pending sales (homes under contract) (month/month) |
823 |
1,509 |
+83.4% |
| Median closed price (month/month) |
$325,000 |
$384,000 |
+18.2% |
| Total active listings (inventory) |
5,873 |
3,980 |
-32.2% |
| Average days on market |
102 |
90 |
-11.8% |
| Single-family closed sales (month/month) |
367 |
577 |
+57.2% |
| Single-family median closed price (month/month) |
$402,000 |
$474,000 |
+17.9% |
| Single-family inventory |
3,057 |
1,710 |
-44.1% |
| Condominium closed sales (month/month) |
350 |
519 |
+48.3% |
| Condominium median closed price (month/month) |
$246,195 |
$290,000 |
+17.8% |
| Condominium inventory |
2,816 |
2,270 |
-19.4% |
“There has been a 19.6 percent increase in closed sales of homes with a minimum of four bedrooms over the last year,” said a Broker. “This data reflects another shift in buying behavior as a result of the pandemic. The demand for single family homes with additional space to accommodate a home office and a virtual schoolroom is increasing.” The September Report showed a decrease of 37.9 percent to 779 properties on the market with four or more bedrooms compared to 1,255 in September.
Barron Collier Companies | Special to Naples Daily News Oct 10, 2020
Announcing 350 new home sales year-to-date, Ave Maria, Florida continues to reach historic levels and shows no signs of cooling off. In comparison to the same time last year, new home sales are up 74%, and this year-over-year increase is the largest since the master-planned community opened in 2007. Demand for new housing remains high for the development with 66 sales for the month of September, up from 60 in August and 52 in July. Home sales were reported from the four residential builders in Ave Maria — CC Homes, Del Webb Naples, Lennar, and Pulte Homes.
“This is the first time Ave Maria has surpassed 350 new home sales in a year since the opening of the development” comments Cee Cee Marinelli, Director of Development for Ave Maria. “It’s thrilling to be part of a record-setting year. With 178 new home sales in the last 3 months, strong demand from prospective buyers is showing no signs of slowing down.”
Home buyers seeking an improved quality of life, exceptional educational options for their children, and vast open space are just a few of the many factors driving new home sales. The market is seeing a significant lifestyle shift and trend of moving from congested cities to find homes with flexible space that is suitable for home offices or gyms. The ample recreational activities and amenities in which to enjoy a place to exercise, escape, and unwind make Ave Maria a desirable destination. The master-planned community was designed for healthy and active lifestyles, and the popularity of the trails, fields, clubs, parks, and golf club continues to soar.
The robust recreation and amenities program in Ave Maria provides new residents with an instant source of leisure activities and socialization. On-site amenities feature open spaces for its homeowners such as a water park, soccer and baseball fields, fitness center, amphitheater, dog park, trails, bocce and tennis courts, Town Center with Publix Supermarket, commercial center with Mobil gas station, private schools from preschool through university, and free events throughout the year. The Ave Maria Master Association organizes on-going events for residents including virtual trivia, happy hour, fitness classes and club meetings while also providing access to outdoor recreation with proper social distancing guidelines ensuring everyone can enjoy having fun safely.
Ave Maria has been named 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2015 Community of the Year, the Top Selling Single-Family Home Community in Southwest Florida, a Top 35 Master Planned Community in the United States and its active adult community, Del Webb Naples, has been named a Top 20 Places to Retire. Located in southwest Florida, minutes from the beaches and cultural attractions of Naples, Ave Maria is a self-sustaining town including shopping and dining, employment opportunities, parks and recreation, and is zoned for all A-rated Collier County public schools. At its build out, the town will include up to 11,000 residences, and 1.7 million square feet of retail, office, and business park uses in its 4,000 acres. Ave Maria is located at the intersection of Oil Well and Camp Keais Roads in Eastern Collier County. The main entrance, on Oil Well just west of Camp Keais, leads to the Town Center. Take I-75, exit 111, follow the signs east to Ave Maria, approximately 25 minutes.
To arrange an in person or virtual tour of homes at Ave Maria, contact David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.
