The January thru June 2009 Sanibel Island real estate market statistics for both home and condominium sales are listed below. Sanibel Island, known as the “Shelling Capital” of the world, is one of Southwest Florida’s true treasures. Only 12 miles long and 5 miles wide, Sanibel is a haven of natural beauty, very romantic, and a place of solitude. Imagine seventeen miles of pristine soft white sand beaches all surrounding waterways, mangroves and wetlands teeming with abundant wildlife. Throw in the island’s quaint shopping experiences, numerous dining and nightlife choices, and 300 plus days of sunshine and you have the perfect Southwest Florida living destination.
Sanibel Island Real Estate Sales Data
Sanibel Island Homes Sales January-June 2009*:
- 55 Closed Sales
Tags: real estate, sales, SW Florida
Gulf Coast Associates, Realtors specializes in upscale 
I was reading about some interesting research recently conducted by a professor at the University of Central Florida. Seems his analysis shows that current home values are just about where they would have been had the real estate bubble of 2005-7 not occurred. According to Professor Stan Smith, “most homeowners are within 6% of where they would have been had there not been a housing bubble. The people who have been here since prior to 2005 should not have been hurt,” though he also added: “… a lot of people who did buy in 2005 and 2006 obviously were hurt significantly.” However, a long-term view of the 
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 
New home construction sales continue to be slow in the 
