The mid year 2008 Lely Resort real estate market statistics for both homes and condominium sales are listed below. Lely Resort is an upscale gated golf community with excellent amenities and is considered one of Naples premier communities.

Encompassing 3,000 acres of lakes and preserves, Lely Resort is a sophisticated and luxurious style of living conveniently located near Naples’ beaches and 5th Avenue shopping. In addition, the community has 54 holes of truly championship golf designed by Robert Trent Jones, Lee Trevino and Gary Player and features the completely renovated Players Club & Spa. The development offers a variety of single family homes, villas and condominiums from which to choose and its ambiance epitomizes the Southwest Florida living experience.

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The mid year 2008 Pelican Landing real estate market statistics for both homes and condominium sales are listed below. Pelican Landing is an upscale gated golf community with excellent amenities and is considered one of Bonita Springs premier communities. Pelican Landing distinguishes itself by being the only community in the area to own a private barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico. The island includes a 32 acre beach park that residents have daily access to via a community run boat shuttle service. Residents can also opt for membership in the Pelican’s Nest Golf Club. Its two 18 hole Tom Fazio designed golf courses are considered by many as some of the best available here in Southwest Florida.

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While growth has slowed somewhat for parts of the region, the numbers released this week by the U.S. Census Bureau for 2007 shows the areas population is not only still growing, but also diversifying in both age and race. In fact, Lee County, which includes Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Estero and Ft. Myers, had the fastest growth rate in the state.

Lee County saw a decrease in its population’s median age from 45.2 in 2000 to 42.4 in 2007. Residents between the age of 25 and 34 grew almost 65% during the period while residents age 65 and older fell to only 22% of the overall population. Minority residents also grew substantially over the last seven years, with the largest increases coming from the Hispanic and Asian populations (141% & 114%).

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The mid year 2008 Bonita Bay real estate market statistics for both homes and condominium sales are listed below. Bonita Bay is Bonita Springs premier gated community and is a highly sought after place to live. Encompassing 2,400 acres, Bonita Bay is also the flagship community of the Bonita Bay Group here in Southwest Florida. More than half the community is devoted to open space, including three Arthur Hills-designed golf courses and 12 miles of biking and walking paths. Golf Club members also have access to two Tom Fazio courses at the Bonita Bay Club East. Located on more than 1,000 acres of Cypress wetlands, there will be no residences permitted at Club East and these courses are enclosed by natural Florida surroundings providing a pure golfing experience.

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The mid year 2008 Fort Myers Beach real estate sales statistics for both homes and condominiums are listed below. Fort Myers Beach is the happening locale on the Southwest Florida Lee Island Coast. Fort Myers Beach offers every amenity you can imagine- from seven miles of wide sandy beaches, golf, boating, fishing and more than anything else - relaxing. The Beach as its known, is eclectic and diverse. It draws visitors from all over the world and you’ll find all sorts of folks from generations of families to Easter Break kids. There’s nothing else quite like it anywhere in Southwest Florida.

Fort Myers Beach Sales Data

Fort Myers Beach Home Sales January-June 2008*:

• 51 Closed Sales
• Average Sales Price - $449,823

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The mid year 2008 Estero real estate sales statistics for both homes and condominiums are listed below. Estero is ideally located between Ft. Myers and Bonita Springs and is currently in the process of building and developing wherever you travel. It is one of the last areas to be developed in south Lee County and the community offers excellent schools, health care, and of course, year round sunshine.

Estero Sales Data

Estero Home Sales January-June 2008*:

• 260 Closed Sales
• Average Sales Price - $401,252
• Median Sales Price - $307,500
• Average Days on Market - 149
• Price/Square Foot - $168.35

Estero Condominium Sales January-June 2008*:

• 185 Closed Sales
• Average Sales Price - $238,090

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The mid year 2008 Bonita Springs real estate market statistics for both homes and condominiums are listed below. Bonita Springs, known as the Gateway to the Gulf, is one of the fastest growing coastal cities in Southwest Florida. Located between Ft. Myers and Naples, Bonita Springs offers endless lifestyle choices while still maintaining its small town charm.

Bonita Springs Sales Data

Bonita Springs Home Sales January - June 2008*:

• 495 Closed Sales
• Average Sales Price - $579,448
• Median Sales Price - $387,500
• Average Days on Market - 184
• Price/Square Foot - $220.20

Bonita Springs Condominium Sales January - June 2008*:

• 451 Closed Sales
• Average Sales Price - $373,942
• Median Sales Price - $283,250

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