Fort Myers and Cape Coral Real Estate: What You Need to Know

Most people choose this area of ​​Fort Myers-Cape Coral for deep-sea fishing, golf courses, the famous islands and white-sand beaches that line the Gulf Coast. But the leisure aspect is not the only motivation.

Forbes magazine in its annual ranking of the "fastest growing cities" in the United States has put the city of Fort Myers-Cape Coral to the top of the fastest growing cities in the United States. Employment, taxation, cost of living, real estate prices ... all the indicators are green. This area of ​​Southwest Florida is becoming a prime destination for investors.

The two cities (which real estate agents and journals do not really dissociate), are interconnected by several bridges over the Caloosahatchee River and at first sight have nothing extraordinary compared to the rest. from Florida. But it is here that we register the largest population growth in the country (+3.39% in 2016), a significant increase in average wages (+ 7.08%), employment and GDP and for more information please visit here homes for sale

A young, active, salaried population of large companies or creating its own business and which consumes more consumes, arrives for some years, probably attracted by the dynamic environment, the reasonable cost of living, affordable real estate, taxes on the housing rather low and more generally by a quality of life recognized. The flow is such that the statistics show a decline in the average age of the inhabitants, rising to 44 years, against 62 years in 1990!

Real estate built and build is very affordable here and there are many opportunities because half of the surface of cities is still buildable. But what type of property can be found in the agglomeration?

Fort Myers

Fort Myers is quite far from the beaches, but nevertheless very pleasant to live. In the early twentieth century, great fortunes of the American industry established their winter residences in the city, like the Firestone and especially the famous Edison and Ford , which contributed to its notoriety.

The city center has been renovated in recent years, including the waterfront, with new restaurants, clubs, shops and art galleries, while maintaining its historic heritage with its architecture and old houses. Fort Myers offers investors a variety of properties consisting of condos, apartments in small buildings of a few floors, small modern houses or older style "bungalows", but also beautiful luxury villas at the water's edge. Given this wide range of goods on the market, the price range is wide, from $ 150,000 to several million dollars.

Cape Coral

Located a few miles northeast of Fort Myers, Cape Coral  has a strong point, it is bordered by the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The city includes a small center with many restaurants and shops on Cape Coral Parkway, but also a multitude of sports facilities (5 golf courses, tennis clubs, sports parks or nature reserves) and excellent schools. With its 645 kilometers of canals the Floridians call it the "paradise of pleasure and fishing". The first subdivisions were built in the 50's surrounded by canals to make boating. The properties on the market are similar to those of Fort Myers and you will find condos (mainly south of the city), apartments in homes and houses of different sizes more or less old. Obviously,

However, unlike Fort Myers, given its Cape Coral configuration there are many marinas and many more "feet in the water" properties. Its population is made up of almost 20% of holidaymakers, which gives opportunities for seasonal rentals. Given the variety of properties available, prices are very variable and you can find properties from $ 120,000 up to several million dollars.

The community of Fort Myers-Cape Coral is according to its inhabitants a haven of peace offering privileged qualities of life. Whether you are looking for a property to reside in the year or a part only or only as a real estate investment, you will find your happiness!

Real Estate Agent in Cape Coral | homes and properties for sale in Cape Coral Florida

So, even if you speak English fluently, a real estate transaction in the United States is complicated enough to arm yourself with a English-speaking real estate agent. Buying a home or apartment in Cape Coral, Florida, whether for vacation or even investment, requires some steps that need to be mastered.

With 19 years of experience in real estate and over 10 years of experience as a real estate agent in the United States, I have concluded a large number of transactions with sellers and buyers from Europe and other countries. I am of Belgian origin and perfectly speaking  :-)

Being able to speak has also brought a lot of buyers from Canada, especially from Quebec. I help them throughout the purchase transaction, and often beyond.

So do not hesitate to contact me if you want to sell or buy a house or any real estate in Cape Coral , Fort Myers , Lehigh Acres , Sanibel and surroundings. You will see that the help of a Francophone real estate agent Floridien is a non-negligible asset throughout your transaction and for more information please visit here 

Cape Coral-Fort Myers, the boater's and investor's paradise

Cap Coral, an investment of choice

In Cape Coral , a mild economic climate reigns throughout the year giving its residents a real entrepreneurial spirit, as evidenced by a thriving local economy, an attractive fiscal environment and a growing and rejuvenated population. The Lee County belongs Cape Coral in fact has a booming economy and low unemployment due to the dynamism generated by the proximity to Tampa , 1st Florida port and 2nd economic center after Miami. Nearly 50 French companies, including major French groups such as Veolia (which operates the water treatment in the region), Axa, Bic, Sodexo or Bureau Veritas, have chosen to set up their subsidiary in Tampa, or in its region, in St. Petersburg and Clearwater .

The economic climate is therefore very favorable for an investment of choice in Cape Coral where prices are still very attractive and where the rental profitability is very interesting.

Typology of properties for sale in Cape Coral

The residential communities of Cape Coral-Fort Myers "  gated communities  " are peace and security havens often enjoying private marinas offering direct access to the sea and a privileged lifestyle . Whether you are looking for a personal property to reside part of the year or only as a real estate investment , you will be conquered.

 The preferred neighborhoods for buying a house are located in Cape Coral on the waterfront. There are 5 classes of property "feet in water": the Gulf , the river , the access channels for boats, access channels to the Gulf of Mexico and freshwater canals. Note that in terms of real estate investment, the closer your property is to the Gulf of Mexico or the Caloosahatchee River , the higher the price will be . Paradise boaters and big game fishing fans, because of their direct access to the sea, these neighborhoods are in great demand. On the contrary, the closer your property is to freshwater canals and lakes that do not have access to the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, the lower the price .

Paris Invest , your partner in Cape Coral

Paris Invest , Florida real estate investment specialist, will guide you in this market that the group knows perfectly. Whether you opt for an apartment on the marina, a lakeside studio or a luxury villa in a private estate, all possibilities are available to you. With Paris Invest your investment will find its " heart stroke " in this seaside and recreational city of Cape Coral.