Warm Mineral Springs, Florida

Diagram of Warm Mineral Springs CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE
In this cross-section of Warm Mineral Springs, the burial ledge appears about 13 meters below the present-day water surface. About 12,000 years ago the water surface only came to the 30 meter level, so the burial ledge was above water at that time.

SUN ILLUSTRATION BY SUSAN E. HOFFMAN, adapted from Lewis Wood, “North-South Profile,€ 1988.

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Warm Mineral Springs contains more than 50 minerals and the temperature can near 90 degrees.

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Visiting from Toronto for more than 10 years, Jeta Melov, left and Ella Elin swim recently at Warm Mineral Springs.

From Sun-Herald article, Tuesday, November 28, 2006. By Susan E. Hoffman, Used by permission.

SUN PHOTOS BY KHARLI ROSE, krose@sun-herald.com

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Sales statistics for Port Charlotte, Florida, October, 2006

There are currently 1,296 homes for sale in Port Charlotte, Florida.

Port Charlotte is the largest community in Charlotte County, therefore one will find a wide range of choices. The price range is $82,000 for a one bedroom cottage to $2,750,000 for a large estate and guest house. The median price of homes in Port Charlotte is $205,000.

To bring the these numbers into a more usable statistic for the average home buyer we will discuss a common home choice. Many buyers prefer a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a pool (not on waterfront). There are currently 220 such homes listed for sale in Port Charlotte. The price range is $134,000 - $474,500. The median price is $250,000.

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10-2006: 30 homes sold, $120,000 - $521,000. Median price: $205,000.

Condominiums in Port Charlotte, FL can be a great value. There are many very reasonably priced. There are currently 175 Condos For Sale In Port Charlotte, Florida. The price range is $64,000 - $259,000 and a median price of $120,000.

Seven sold in October, 2006. The price range was $73,000 - $121,000 and a median price of $84,900. This is an exceptional buying opportunity for condos in Port Charlotte, FL.

The sale of lots in Port Charlotte, FL has also been quite slow in 2006. There are presently 1,187 building Lots For Sale In Port Charlotte, Florida. For the purpose of this report we will consider ONLY lots with public water service. It may be possible to find lots that require a well for somewhat less money. The price range for lots with public water service is $17,000 - $1,950,000 for a lot in gated Grassy Point with spectacular view of Charlotte Harbor. Median price: $49,000.

14 lots sold in PORT CHARLOTTE during the month of October, 2006. The price range was $24,375 - $165,000 for a sailboat access waterfront lot. The median price was $25,000.

Your Suncoasteam is committed to finding the best property available to fit your needs. We work for you to get the best deal possible. If you’re not happy, we’re not happy. Please consider Your Suncoasteam when buying and selling real estate in Port Charlotte, FL.

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Sales statistics for Burnt Store Isles, Florida, October, 2006

There are currently 64 homes for sale in Burnt Store Isles, Florida. This is 2 less than last month. The price range is $299,000 - $1,295,000 and a median price of $629,000. Buyers will find very motivated sellers and negotiate an attractive purchase at this time. Burnt Store Isles is a waterfront community although there are many homes built on the golf course as well.

The breakdown of home sales is as follows:

10-2006: 4 homes sold, $340,000 - $990,000. Median price: $776,000. All of these sales reflect significant price concessions by the sellers.

9-2006: 1 home sold, $750,000

8-2006: 0 homes sold

7-2006: 5 homes sold, low price, $295,000, high price, $699,000, median price, $460,000

6-2006: 1 home sold, $7898,000

Condominiums in Burnt Store Isles, FL are mostly new construction with only a few resales. There are currently 39 Condos For Sale In Burnt Store Isles, Florida. The price range is $184,900 - $499,000 and a median price of $299,000, little changed from the previous month.

None sold in October, 2006. Three have sold since June 1, 2006 at $180,000, $242,000 and $407,000.

The sale of lots in Burnt Store Isles, FL has also been quite slow in 2006. There are presently 79 building Lots For Sale In Burnt Store Isles, Florida, up from 75 in September. The price range is $119,900 - $699,000 with a median price of $400,000.

No lots sold in BSI during the month of October, 2006 and only 8 have sold all this year.

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Sales statistics for Deep Creek, FL real estate, October, 2006

There are currently 335 actively marketed homes for sale in Deep Creek, Florida. Single family home prices start at $169,900 with a high asking price of $699,000, unchanged from the previous month. The median asking price of homes for sale in Deep Creek, FL is $260,000.

This has created opportunities for those now seeking retirement, vacation or full time homes. Deep Creek also has a nice inventory of available condos and vacant land on which to build your home.

In order to help buyers and sellers better understand the current real estate market, your Suncoasteam has assembled a report of real estate sales in Deep Creek, FL since June, 2006.

The breakdown of home sales is as follows:

10-2006: 11 homes sold, $189,900 - $402,000. Median price: $230,000.

9-2006: 11 homes sold, low price, $178,000, high price, $310,000, median price, $240,000

8-2006: 19 homes sold, low price, $170,000, high price, $399,000, median price, $245,000

7-2006: 21 homes sold, low price, $200,000, high price, $370,000, median price, $265,000

6-2006: 43 homes sold, low price, $209,000, high price, $380,000, median price, $250,000

Factors such as age of the home, number of bedrooms, square footage and whether it has a pool will affect the price of a home in Deep Creek. Most buyers seek homes with pools in Deep Creek, FL. Pools usually add $25,000 to $50,000 to the price of a home.

Sales of Condominiums in Deep Creek, FL have dropped of in October, 2006. There are currently 170 condos listed for sale in Deep Creek, FL, up from 160 in September. The lowest asking price is $109,000 and the highest price is $389,900. The median asking price for condos for sale in Deep Creek, FL is $164,900, up slightly from the month before.

Recent sales of Condos in Deep Creek, Florida:

10-2006: 3 condos sold, $105,000, $144,900, $319,900.

9-2006: 19 condos sold, low price, $122,000, high price, $206,000, Median price, $171,000.

8-2006: 14 condos sold, low price, $122,000, high price, $207,500, Median price, $158,600.

7-2006: 20 condos sold, low price, $90,000, high price, $176,500, Median price, $149,900.

6-2006: 14 condos sold, low price, $130,000, high price, $381,000, Median price, $150,000.

The sale of lots in Deep Creek, FL has stagnated in 2006. There is a large area of Deep Creek that has been determined to be a nesting area for scrub jays, an endangered species of bird. Obtaining building permits in an area designated a Scrub Jay Hazard Area can be a lengthy process. It is very important that a buyer of vacant land in Deep Creek, Florida employ a real estate broker with knowledge of Scrub Jay Hazard areas. The real estate brokers of your Suncoasteam have attended seminars on this subject and have a great deal of experience with such properties. We will be happy to discuss your concerns.

There are presently 260 building lots for sale in Deep Creek, FL. The price range is $20,000 - $449,900 with a median price of $64,000. The median price is unchanged from last month but two large golf course lots have entered the market with very high price tags. It is the opinion of this writer that these very high priced lots well above which is reasonable for this community.

Recent lands sales in Deep Creek, FL:

10-2006: 1 sold, $67,500.

9-2006: 1 sold, $45,000.

8-2006: 1 sold: $50,500.

7-2006: 7 sold: Low price, $45,000 high price, $52,000, median price, $50,000

6-2006: 5 sold: Low price, $58,000 high price, $75,000, median price, $60,000

Your Suncoasteam is committed to finding the best property available to fit your needs. We work for you to get the best deal possible. If you’re not happy, we’re not happy. Please consider Your Suncoasteam when buying and selling real estate in Deep Creek, FL.

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Sales statistics for Punta Gorda Isles, Florida, October, 2006

Sales of homes in Punta Gorda Isles, FL have been very slow since January, 2006. There are currently 249 homes for sale in Punta Gorda Isles, FL. The price range is $275,000 - $5,000,000 and a median price of $575,000. This creates great buying opportunities.

The breakdown of home sales is as follows:

10-2006: 6 homes sold. $345,000 - $825,000. Median price: $460,000.

9-2006: 5 homes sold, low price, $350,000, high price, $1,155,000, median price, $505,000

8-2006: 9 homes sold, low price, $350,000, high price, $850,000, median price, $540,000

7-2006: 10 homes sold, low price, $400,000, high price, $830,000, median price, $550,000

6-2006: 12 homes sold, low price, $390,000, high price, $1,165,000, median price, $590,000

Sales of Condominiums in Punta Gorda Isles, FL have fared even worse than home sales. There are currently 380 condos for sale in Punta Gorda Isles, FL. That is up from 369 in September. The listing price range is $149,900 to $1,349,000 with a median price of $349,000, unchanged from one month ago.

Recent sales of Condos in Punta Gorda Isles, Florida:

10-2006: 8 sold, $150,000 - $531,000. Median price: $275,000.

9-2006: 3 condos sold, low price, $215,000, high price, $575,000, Median price, $347,000.

8-2006: 3 condos sold, low price, $210,000, high price, $368,000, Median price, $287,500.

7-2006: 6 condos sold, low price, $199,000, high price, $490,000, Median price, $300,000.

6-2006: 112 condos sold, low price, $199,000, high price, $900,000, Median price, $286,000.

Faring worst of all is the sale of lots in Punta Gorda Isles, FL. There are presently 274 building lots for sale in Punta Gorda Isles, FL. That is one less than last month. The price range is $75,000 - $4,000,000 with a median price of $400,000, unchanged from September. Vacant land is much more difficult to quantify than existing homes or condos, however the number available compared to sales show trends in the market.

Recent lands sales in Punta Gorda Isles, FL:

10-2006: 2 sold, $235,000 and $265,000

9-2006: 2 sold, $255,000 and $325,000.

8-2006: 1 sold: $330,000.

7-2006: 1 sold: $455,000.

6-2006: 3 sold: $365,000, $590,000, $625,000.

Your Suncoasteam is committed to finding the best property available to fit your needs. We work for you to get the best deal possible. If you’re not happy, we’re not happy. Please consider Your Suncoasteam when buying and selling real estate in Punta Gorda Isles, FL.

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Sales statistics for Rotonda, FL (Rotunda, FL), October, 2006

Rotonda is divided into several sections. These include Rotonda West, Rotonda Lakes, Rotonda Sands, Rotonda Villas and Meadows and Rotonda Heights.

Rotonda West is further divided into seven pie shaped subdivisions: Oakland Hills, Pebble Beach, Pinehurst, Broadmoor, Long Meadow, White Marsh and Pine Valley, named to emphasize the golf course community.

Rotonda West is the most fully developed and therefore has the most resale homes. Rotonda Heights and Rotonda Lakes also have resale homes while the remaining communities are sparsely developed resulting in few resale homes. Most of the real estate sales in Rotonda Sands, Rotonda Villas and Meadows are vacant lot sales.

Sales of homes in Rotonda, FL (Rotunda, FL), FL have been very slow in 2006. Since June 1, 2006, 35 homes have sold in all sections of Rotonda with a price range of $158,000 to $540,000. The median price of sold homes is $282,500 and the average was $305,561.

There are currently 341 homes for sale in Rotonda, FL (Rotunda, FL). This is an increase from 269 in September and 263 in August. Buyers are finding very motivated sellers who are willing to negotiate an attractive purchase at this time. Rotonda West, FL (Rotunda West, FL) is a golf course community although there are many homes built on freshwater canals as well.

The breakdown of single-family home sales is as follows:

10-2006: 2 homes sold, $213 and $235,000

9-2006: 3 home sold, $158,000 - $290,000. Median price: $280,000

8-2006: 4 homes sold, $205,000 - $540,000. Median price: $300,000

7-2006: 7 homes sold, $210,000 -$372,000. Median price: $280,000

6-2006: 17 homes sold, $220,000 - $505,000. Median price: $330,000

Condominiums in Rotonda, FL (Rotunda, FL), FL are mostly new construction with only a few resales. There are currently 58 Condos For Sale In Rotonda, FL (Rotunda, FL). The price range is $116,900 - $345,900 and a median price of $225,000.

Five have sold since June 1, 2006, $111,500 - $215,000. Median price: $199,000.

The sale of lots in Rotonda, FL (Rotunda, FL), FL has also been quite slow in 2006. There are presently 1,188 building Lots For Sale In Rotonda, FL (Rotunda, FL). The price range is $22,000 for a lot in Rotonda Sands to $189,000 for a lot in Pine Valle section of Rotonda West. The median price is $65,900. For the purpose of this report we have discarded oversize lots and multiple lot offerings. In the many sections of Rotonda, the price of vacant land will vary greatly depending upon age of surrounding homes, number of area homes, size of the lot, etc€¦ Before using this data to value your specific lot, please call or write so we can perform an area analysis. Furthermore, all the high asking prices are outrageously overpriced for today’s conditions. Sales stats tell more of the story.

87 vacant lots have sold in all areas of Rotonda since June 1, 2006. The price range was $22,000 for a building lot in Rotonda Villas to $132,000 for a larger lot in the new section of White Marsh in Rotonda West.

Your Suncoasteam is committed to finding the best property available to fit your needs. We work for you to get the best deal possible. If you’re not happy, we’re not happy. Please consider Your Suncoasteam when buying and selling real estate in Rotonda, FL (Rotunda, FL).

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