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A Golfer’s Paradise

Mediterranaples — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:57:51 +0000

There’s no doubt that Mediterra is one of the best golf addresses in Naples. Its two 18-hole championship course designed by Tom Fazio offer golfers of all skill levels a great game. Plus, the distinctive nature of the courses offer a different golfing experience, as well as a different scenic atmosphere. Great golf anyway you look at it. But Naples is also one of the nation’s best golf meccas. With well over 100 courses to choose from there’s no reason to get bored on the links. And during the summer months, Mediterra has created reciprocal agreements with more the 20 different high-end courses, allowing members to test their game on a different course nearly every week during the summer months. And since most of the winter visitors are out of town, it’s pretty easy to score that early morning tee time.

The Value of Mediterra

Mediterranaples — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:39:10 +0000

Did you know that home sites in Mediterra now start in the $130s? And that premium estate home sites are available for an average price of about $400,000. Yes, there have been a lot of adjustments taking place in the Southwest Florida real estate market during the past five years, and those changes are now benefiting home buyers. During the first five months of 2011, 49 homes and home sites have been contracted or closed at Mediterra valued at $49.2 million. With new construction hovering around all-time lows, the cost of building materials and labor has also declined by about one-third during the last five years. With that, you can find some great values at Mediterra with new home construction priced as low as $180 per sq. ft. This past season we hosted many people who have been considering a home purchase for several years. Now, they recognize the value and are signing on the dotted line.

Higher End Homes — The Place To Be

Mediterranaples — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:20:13 +0000

This economy is a hard one to figure out. Especially if you are studying it from a home buyers perspective. Sales are down, then they are up. Prices are up, then they are down. News such as this is one of the reasons buyers are staying on the sideline. They just don’t know what’s going to happen next. However, if you study the market more closely, you can find some valuable information that can prove beneficial when considering if now is a good time to buy a home. One example is the news surrounding the monthly Case-Schiller Home Price Index. Amy Hoak, writing for MarketWatch examined some numbers from the recently released Harvard University Joint Center for Housing Studies report. It shows that higher-end homes have held their value much better than lower priced homes during this economic downturn. And by the way. An April report said homes prices were down 7.5%; if you factor out distressed sales, prices dropped just 0.5%. That’s another reason why higher end homes have held their value better.

How Did You Start Your Day?

Mediterranaples — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:32:17 +0000

Did it start with an invigorating workout in the fitness center? Or maybe include a stroll along miles of manicured walking paths, watching the abundant wildlife with your best friends? Or a bike ride? Or maybe a few laps in the heated pool? It’s a great healthy start to the day. Of course you could have enjoyed a lively game of tennis or an informative class on health and nutrition. Ahhh…but what about a long walk along a sandy beach with your significant other? Or an early morning tee time on a golf course framed by nature? At Mediterra, these just a few of the ways our residents start their day. And after such an invigorating workout, you can dine at the Club or overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Or even enjoy a massage or the sauna, or just kick back on the lanai, enjoying the beautiful weather with a good book. The Mediterra lifestyle is one filled with enjoyment and variety. And as they say…variety is the spice of life. To learn even more about our lifestyle, spend a few minutes on our Amenities page!

Best of the Best

Mediterranaples — Tue, 31 May 2011 13:47:28 +0000

There are a lot of things that set Mediterra apart from other luxury communities in the Naples area. One of them is the diversity of home designs you will find from Mediterra’s Preferred Builders. Yes, there is a distinctive Mediterranean architecture that has come to symbolize the unique ambiance of the community. But you will also find that each of our Preferred Builders brings their own distinctive interpretation to this approach…in both their exterior architecture and engaging floor plans. There is still a good selection of home sites available at Mediterra and with ten Preferred Builders to select from you will certainly find a builder that’s right for you. Each of these builders are award winners and they represent the finest and most reputable companies in the industry. Once you decide to build at Mediterra, you’ll find you have an abundance of opportunities to find a builder who fits your style. You can find a complete list of the Preferred Builders under the Let’s Build tab on this website.

Two are Better than One

Mediterranaples — Mon, 23 May 2011 20:38:31 +0000

A lot of club members are proud to claim a Tom Fazio design. Club members at Mediterra claim two. The expert golf course architect has designed more than 120 courses during his career and has more courses ranked among the top 100 in the U.S. than anyone else in the business. His individual honors include Best Modern Day Golf Course Architect, which he received from Golf Digest Magazine three times. At Mediterra, Fazio sculpted two unique courses into the Southwest Florida landscape with such care that the courses became the world’s first 36-hole golf facility to be certified as an Audubon International Silver Signature Sanctuary. The South Course features the challenge of elevated greens, huge chipping areas, and large, expansive hazards. The North Course provides a rustic, more natural Florida look with abundant water and sand hazards. But golfers of all skill levels find the courses exhilarating in both their playability and beauty. Memberships are limited to 225 per 18 holes.

A Housing Bull? Maybe.

Mediterranaples — Mon, 09 May 2011 15:46:40 +0000

Brett Arends is a senior columnist for MarketWatch and a personal finance columnist for the Wall Street Journal. In my book that makes him a guy worth listening to. He just wrote a piece that takes a look at the housing industry. And while there is still some gloom in his report, there are also a few spots of light. Most notably in Southwest Florida, where he notes that Sarasota and Fort Myers are two of only four markets in America where Zillow says prices have leveled out and are actually increasing. Despite the uncertainty in housing, Arends admits that he is now a “medium bull” when it comes to housing. He points to things like affordability, low mortgage rates and the chance for a decent return on your investment during the next few years. We hope he’s right about Southwest Florida. Because history does show those markets that drop the hardest also rebound the quickest. Something to keep in mind if you’re thinking about buying a new home.

Beach Time!

Mediterranaples — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:38:31 +0000

Now is prime-time beach time in Southwest Florida. Spring break, the Easter holiday and magnificent weather all combine for the best of times at the beach. And as a home owner at Mediterra, you don’t have to fight the crowds. Mediterra’s Beach Club provides private beach access and great services. Our staff will set you up on the beach with an umbrella and lounge chairs. Thirsty or need a bite to eat? You can sample our new menu items…on the beach or overlooking it beside the elevated pool. And the wide open design of the two-story club makes it easy to enjoy the ocean breeze as you cozy up to the bar for your favorite tropical drink with friends. Oh…and did we mention this week’s New England Lobster Bake? It’s not snowing down here!

Outdoor Living Trends

Mediterranaples — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 13:54:46 +0000

The Southwest Florida lifestyle is quite a bit different from those experienced in other parts of the country. After all, during this last winter season, Florida was at one time the only state with no snow on the ground! That takes me to the subject of outdoor living, something that we Floridians truly enjoy. Custom home builders in Mediterra have developed a keen sense of what their clients are looking for in the way of outdoor living amenities, and they can range from the cozy to the elaborate. Custom Home Online recently published a story about trends shaping the design of outdoor living areas. If you’re reading this, chances are you’re considering a new home, so check out the Outdoor Living story and start dreaming! You can also browse thought this site’s Photo Gallery to get a glimpse of some awe-inspiring designs.

Naples Housing Facts & Figures

Mediterranaples — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 20:38:54 +0000

If you’ve been doing your homework on the Southwest Florida real estate market, you might have noticed a few interesting facts. First, sales continue to gain momentum. Pending contracts topped 9,300 in Collier County (Naples) in 2010 and closings increased 10% to 7,840 according to the Naples Board of Realtors. And, if you’re looking at sales in the $1 million to $2 million range, the numbers are even more impressive with closed sales up 33% in Naples 2010. And in a recent report by DataQuick Information Systems, million dollar sales in 20 of the nation’s major metropolitan areas increased by 18.6% on average. If you’re looking for signs that the market is recovering, they are all around us. Is it any wonder that Gallup reported that nearly seven in ten American’s are saying that now is a good time to buy a home? And if you’re still undecided, check out this story by veteran real estate columnist Lew Sichelman about the rising costs of building materials and how they may influence construction cost!