For those of you who are thinking of buying real estate in balmy, beautiful Southwest Florida, there is an abundance of realtors and developers in Lee County to help you find or build the place of your dreams.

The choice of properties available range from magnificent waterfront homes, high rise condos, and upscale gated communities to less expensive single family homes. You can choose to buy an existing home, a pre-construction house or buy a plot of land and have a custom home built.

The real estate market in Lee County has grown drastically in recent years. In addition to retirees, many young families have relocated to Florida to set up home. The climate, the proximity to the beaches and the laid-back lifestyle are all factors which have attracted people throughout America to come and live in the Fort Myers area. Many people who are in a position to purchase a second home have decided to purchase real estate in Florida since it is the ideal place for them to vacation.

The demand for property has given rise to the development of many new residences and this has also led to the development of commercial properties, shopping complexes and other community facilities. The towns and villages of Lee County have undergone massive growth, and property values have shot up. Increasingly more people are buying homes or lots as an investment.

The City of Fort Myers is expanding its boundaries with many new building projects under way, most along the Caloosahatchee River. There are plans to add more than 8,000 new households to Fort Myers in the next decade. On the opposite side of the river in North Fort Myers property prices are increasing as reflected in the rest of the county, but this is a more affordable area. Beach-front homes, or properties within close proximity to the beach such as those on Sanibel, Captiva and Estero Island (the home of Fort Myers Beach) are exclusive and are pricey.

Cape Coral has been the most rapidly growing area over recent years, its popularity attributed to its many miles of waterfront, and abundance of canal properties with Gulf access. Bonita Springs and Estero are increasingly popular, and developers can’t build residences fast enough. San Carlos Park and Lehigh Acres attract younger families because land and home prices are not excessive.

Purchasing a property is one of the most important investments you will ever have to make, so make sure you get the help of real estate professionals to answer any questions you may have. For a list of companies who can assist you in buying or selling your property please view our real estate section in the member directory by clicking on the link below:

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