Southwest Florida Real Estate News and Market Insight

A one-of-a-kind barn home surrounded by 72 rolling acres has been put on the market in the Berkshires for $4.5 million—complete with a spread of unique amenities and a rich architectural heritage. Located in Sheffield, MA, the exceptional legacy compound boasts a five-bedroom primary residence, a tw

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist and prolific property investor Flea has brought his "extraordinary" Malibu sanctuary back to the market for $7.99 million inside one of California's most exclusive beachfront enclaves. Flea, 63, whose real name is Michael Balzary, purchased the elegant estate, which is

Jessica Taylor of “Owning Manhattan” fame left Serhant and joined Douglas Elliman, making the drive down to South Florida from New York this past weekend.  Taylor, known for her role on the Netflix show that follows brokerage founder Ryan Serhant, left his firm and moved to Palm Beach. On Instagram,

Robert Rivani’s namesake firm added another Miami Beach property to its portfolio, acquiring an office and retail building at the gateway to the South of Fifth neighborhood for $32 million. Rivani purchased the eight-story building at 404 Washington Avenue, which includes 61,000 square feet of leasa

An ex-convict has been arrested in Washington state on arson charges after he allegedly started the biggest of the three Spokane County wildfires that destroyed hundreds of homes and displaced tens of thousands of residents this week. Aaron Farinacci, 37, was taken into custody at his home in Spokan

Meghan Markle made quite the splash on her 45th birthday when she shared two photos of herself happily leaping into a swimming pool while clutching a bouquet of balloons. The mother of two, who recently returned to California from a European vacation with her husband, Prince Harry, and their childre

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are rolling out a new set of rules aimed at making condos safer. But they come with some extra caveats that would-be condo owners ought to know. This week, the Federal Housing Finance Agency enacted a set of rules announced in March that change insurance requirements for c

A $2,400-a-month apartment listing in Los Angeles went viral after advertising a full kitchen but not allowing a stove.  Reddit users questioned how renters were expected to cook in this unit. And critics pointed out that the rule could conflict with California Assembly Bill 628, which requires most

Actress Aubrey Plaza will hopefully have one less thing to worry about before the arrival of her first child—having finally secured a buyer for her Los Angeles home, nearly one year after she put it on the market for $6.5 million. Plaza, 42, who is currently pregnant with her first child with partne

A Branson, MO, homeowners association is suing its former president and her husband, claiming the pair improperly spent more than $30,000 of the association's money on their own condo repairs. The lawsuit, filed by the Woodlands Property Owners Association in Taney County Circuit Court last month, a

Florida’s sweeping property tax proposal can't appear on the November ballot with its current title and summary, a judge ruled late on Monday. Leon County Circuit Judge David Frank declared the language “clearly and conclusively defective,” describing the title—“Save Our Homes From Excessive Propert

NFL star Bijan Robinson has officially become the league's highest-paid running back in history after securing a three-year contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons that is reported to be worth a staggering $75 million. Robinson, 24, has now overtaken Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkl

Winter is available for adoption at the Main Shelter. Photo courtesy of Patty Baker Humane Society Naples The Patty Baker Humane Society Naples (PBHSN) will invite dog lovers to celebrate National Spoil Your Dog Day on August 10 by treating an adoptable dog to a special day out or a relaxing night i

The lounge at Tulia Italian Steak. Fresh from his starring role as Jean Valjean The Naples Players’ staging of Les Misérables, Peter Caporal is bringing the timeless music of the great crooners to the lounge at Tulia Italian Steak every Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. Peter Caporal Guests can enjoy happy h

Driven by gains in the Northeast and Midwest, 80% of U.S. metros saw annual home price increases this spring, marking a meaningful acceleration from the start of the year. Median sale prices for existing single-family homes rose year over year in 188 out of the 235 markets tracked by the National As

As more older Americans age with low-rate mortgages still attached to their homes, some heirs report servicing delays and refinance pressure are putting their inheritance at risk. After their mother died, one heir said the 2.7% mortgage attached to the house was what made it worth fighting to keep.

A recently completed tropical mansion with nearly every over-the-top amenity imaginable, including a boat dock, 14-seat theater, bar, lounge, and two kitchens, has just hit the market in Coral Gables, FL, for a jaw-dropping $78 million. Built in 2025, the luxurious eight-bedroom estate designed by a

Foreclosure auction volume increased 23% in the second quarter of 2026 compared to a year ago, matching a six-year high from the previous quarter and the sixth consecutive quarter with an annual increase.  Meanwhile, auction sellers — mostly mortgage servicers, banks and government agencies — lowere

“I can’t remember the last commercial real estate acquisition I financed with only 20% down.” Not because banks suddenly became dramatically more conservative. Not because buyers became more risk-averse. The math simply no longer works. As an investor, commercial real estate broker, property manager

Earlier this month, landmark housing legislation became law, marking the most significant federal housing reform in decades. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act rightly seeks to lower the cost of housing by building more homes and expanding access to financing. The next challenge is ensuring those