Southwest Florida Real Estate News and Market Insight

Just one hour outside of New York City, tucked away on a sun-dappled woodland plot, is an A-frame dwelling so "magical" that it feels almost as if you have stumbled into a totally new world. The A-frame home, which is nestled in Westchester-rock outcroppings in Yorktown Heights, is so bucolic that l

If you've been dreaming of an idyllic European summer, you may not have to go as far as you think to find it. That's because the Orchard House, a seven bedroom estate in Bigfork, MT on the shore of Flathead Lake, is bringing all the vibes of a summer in the south of France, no passport needed. Recen

Florida’s proposed property tax amendment, which residents will vote on come November, is garnering more criticism than expected.  That could be because the ballot item, which now has a new name and language thanks to a court-ordered rewrite, may create more problems than solutions. Late last month,

A wooded sanctuary tucked away on 16.5 acres of privacy in upstate New York has just hit the market for $4,600,000. Known as Red Rock House, the modern estate located in the historic hamlet of Red Rock in East Chatham was designed by Anmahian Winton Architects to blend in with its stunning surroundi

An adorable Outer Banks cottage on the island of Hatteras has just hit the market in North Carolina for $349,500—nearly 10 years after it was raised onto towering stilts that elevated it above any immediate flood risk. Offering just 797 square feet of space, the updated home was lifted up out of har

Developer Carlos Rosso remembers growing up in Buenos Aires, Brazil—and the particular feel of the city which, much like New York, is based around walkability, street retail, cafes, and people watching. But when he moved to Miami in 2002, this isn't what he saw or experienced. "Miami isn't known for

With their narrow footprints and vibrant facades, shotgun homes stand as one of the most distinctive architectural styles in the American South. Originally designed to maximize efficiency and natural airflow, these compact structures pack a remarkable amount of character into a surprisingly small la

While it’s been a relatively boring year for housing inventory — even with higher mortgage rates — the movement in the last few weeks and easier comps have pushed inventory a tad higher, as we are at the midpoint of August. The question is: can we eke out a bit more growth before the seasonal declin

Luxury real estate has entered a new amenities arms race—and this time, it has very little to do with sprawling spas, cold plunges or tricked-out fitness centers. Instead, some of the biggest names in the culinary world are teaming up with high-end residential developers, with Michelin-starred chefs

A petite Cape Cod residence offering less than 800 square feet of living space has just hit the market in Provincetown, MA, for the sky-high asking price of $1.5 million. The asking price for the 788-square-foot residence translates to an astronomical $1,897 per square foot. But while that price tag

  If you own a property in Southwest Florida, you have watched new construction reshape parts of this market over the past several years. From Naples to Fort Myers and beyond, builder activity has been significant. For buyers considering a new construction purchase, the process looks familiar on the

When you think of a Tennessee mountain estate, a winery might not come to mind. But, maybe it should—particularly for those buyers seeking a slice of vineyard life for a fraction of the price they would find in California. Perched on a beautiful 33.5-acre estate, with rolling fields, mature vineyard

Investors are still snapping up properties despite high mortgage rates—but it might surprise you where. Along with investing hotspots like Miami and New York, some of the most popular areas for real estate investors to buy—and hold—are mid-sized Midwest and Sun Belt cities. Among the top 50 metro ar

An Indiana mother who has spent the last five years transforming a 112-year-old schoolhouse into a dream home for her family is opening up about the highs and lows of that very lengthy renovation process—while detailing her ambitious plans for the future of the historic structure. Before the massive

When Hurricane Ian tore through Florida in 2022, it destroyed not just thousands of homes, but decades of history—particularly in Fort Myers, where a collection of beloved rainbow-hued beach cottages were decimated by the horrifying storm. The properties, which made up an idyllic beachfront communit

An assisted-living facility near Delray Beach traded for $140 million, marking one of the top trades for senior centers in South Florida in recent years.  Chevy Chase, Maryland-based Artemis Real Estate Partners bought the 207-unit The Arbor at Delray complex at 6595 Morikami Park Road in unincorpor

West Palm Beach commissioners are set to consider Related Ross’ Hilton Curio hotel at CityPlace that would replace an overflow surface parking lot that has served the Palm Beach County Convention Center and Hilton Hotel for the past decade. City commissioners are scheduled to vote on the final heari

MTV reality star Tyler Duckworth was found dead at the age of 44 in his North Dakota home on Aug. 11, a spokesperson for the Grand Forks Police Department has confirmed. After making his television debut in 2006 on “The Real World: Key West,” Duckworth became a fan-favorite of the long-running compe

A Brickell condo tower notorious for illegally allowing short-term vacation rentals, disrupting the quality of life for unit owners was ordered to immediately stop hosting guests.  The city of Miami told The Club at Brickell Bay and its officers to halt short-term rentals that are in violation of st

D.C. mayoral candidate Janeese Lewis George has admitted she used to be skeptical of the very homebuilding agenda she now champions. But the reality, she said, is visible in other cities that adding more housing works. "Increasing supply, paired with policies to protect residents, really is critical