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The Forum: Be A Part of the Growth in Fort Myers, Florida

Michael Polly — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20:53:51 +0000

is one of the newest communities in Fort Myers and it is in the center of growth. The Forum is becoming a popular place to live, work, shop and play. With a whole shopping plaza filled with eateries and shops, such as Bajio Mexican Grill, Target, Home Depot, Five Guys, Petco, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Books-A-Million, Best Buy, Starbucks and much more, you’ll have lots to do right across the street. There are also future plans for a movie theater, office buildings, a YMCA and putting golf course.

The Forum is not only a happening area, but the communities within it are welcoming and entertaining. The residences here are split up into four gated communities: The Promenade East, The Promenade West, The Colonnade, and Cypress Legends.

The Promenade East and West consists of 402 single family homes distributed across the east and west neighborhoods. These communities surround several lakes that offer glistening views from your home which is designed from one of the twenty different floor plans that range from 1,504 to 3,572 sq. ft. Available homes range from $165K to $575K and up to five bedrooms. Some home features include wood floors, pool, crown molding, cherry cabinets, breakfast bar, dual vanities, ceramic tile and custom paint.

The Colonnade at the Forum is a town-home community that boarders the wildlife protected Six Mile Cypress Slough. There are 328 townhomes within the community all designed from three floor plans ranging from 1,593 to 1,894 sq. ft. Amenities include a pool, fitness center, jogging trails, tennis courts, clubhouse and a tot lot. Available homes range from $82,500 to $140,000.

Cypress Legends features 332 upscale apartments ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms and include designer carpets, ceramic tile entries, full size washer/dryer, full kitchen, ceiling fans, roman tubs, walk-in closets, bookshelves and computer nooks. Amenities include a fitness center, pool, grill area, beach, sand volleyball court, billiards room, business center, conference center and playground.

The Forum is quickly becoming a hot spot to visit and live! Don’t miss out on all the fun and convenience of living at the Forum in Fort Myers, FL!

For more information about this community or any other in Lee County, please email me at Michael@MichaelPolly.com or call me at 239.689.7600.

MICHAEL POLLY

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To Golf or Not to Golf… At The Plantation in Fort Myers, Florida

Michael Polly — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 15:42:10 +0000

Two enclaves make up The Plantation: Somerset, a golfing community with a Hurdzan-Fry designed course as its centerpiece and Bridgeton Hall, a non-golfing community. Surrounded by lakes, a lush golf course and the natural preserves that Southwest Florida is known for, you will never be wanting for great views and the excitement of Florida wildlife.

If you choose to golf, then as a Somerset resident, you will enjoy 18-holes of golf, a 38,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with an upscale restaurant, meeting rooms, golf pro shop, six tennis courts, a tennis pro shop, swimming pool, fitness center, aerobics room, locker rooms, massage and sauna rooms, library, billiard room and a TV/internet lounge.

If you choose not to golf, Bridgetown Hall is equally as beautiful and entertaining with an activity center which includes a swimming pool, fitness center, locker rooms, sauna, billiard room, card room, library, six tennis courts, a tennis pro shop and a basketball court.

When you drive through the communities within The Plantation you will feel like you are cruising through the islands of the West Indies. These homes have a free-form design all named for the Islands of the West Indies. In the Barbados, Bermuda and Antigua series, you will find carriage homes ranging from 1,654 to 2,743 sq. ft. and 2 to 3 bedrooms. The Cayman series offers villa homes ranging from 1,800 to 2,453 sq. ft. and 2 bed/2 bath to 3 bed/3 bath homes. The Trinidad series consists of eight spacious, single-family home floorplans ranging from 2,042 to 2,776 sq. ft. and 2 bed/2 bath to 4 bed/3 baths. Lastly, the estate homes are included in the Grenada Series ranging from 2,404 to 3,542 sq. ft. and 3 bed/3 bath to 4 bed/4 baths. Available homes range from $179K to $599K.

To golf or not to golf? That will be your biggest decision at The Plantation in Fort Myers, Florida…

The Plantation is located on Treeline South of Colonial and North of Daniels Pkway. You couldn’t be closer to the hustle and bustle of Fort Myers as well as, being minutes from I-75 and the Southwest Florida International Airport. Not to mention the new $80 million dollar Red Sox Spring Training Stadium is being built on the corner of Treeline and Daniels Pkwy. It will be an exciting experience for your family to see the Red Sox’s take on the Yankees in their new stadium! This also means that this area will begin to boom and develop, bringing new businesses and homeowners to the area only increasing your home value!

For more information about this community or any other in Lee County, please email me at Michael@MichaelPolly.com or call me at 239.689.7600.

MICHAEL POLLY

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Italy Meets Fort Myers, Florida at Portofino

Michael Polly — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 21:11:34 +0000

Inspired by a village on the northern coast of Italy, Portofino is a unique and timeless community in Fort Myers, Florida. It is surrounded by lush preserve that is home to Florida’s well known natural wildlife and Portofino’s landscape was created so that there would be harmony between the surrounding ecosystem and the community.

The design of this community is truly imaginative. We can’t all afford to live in a 2-story, Italian inspired mansion, but what if you only owned a fourth of it? That is what Portofino has done! What looks like a gorgeous mansion that is way out of your price range is actually four attached villas each with it’s own 2 car garage and with 1,556 to 2,326 sq. ft. you will have plenty of space for your family. You will be living in Italian luxury at less than a fourth of the cost!

Portofino homes feature brick paver driveways and walkways, colonial windows, professionally designed landscaping, granite countertops, backsplash, ceramic tile, Victorian baseboards, custom wood windowsills with aprons, enamel wood trim finish, roman tub, designer chrome faucets and hardware and much more!

Find yourself transported to Italy and embraced by nature at Portofino! It really is unique living.

Portofino is located on Six Mile Cypress Pkway, one mile North of Daniels Pkway.

For more information about this community or any other in Lee County, please email me at Michael@MichaelPolly.com or call me at 239.689.7600.

MICHAEL POLLY

Live in the Heart of Fort Myers, Florida at Bell Tower Park

Michael Polly — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 20:19:44 +0000

If you are looking for a beautiful home in the middle of Fort Myers, then The Residences at Bell Tower Park is where you should be looking. With its park-like setting, sparkling lakes and beautiful homes, this community is a number one pick for many residents, as well as for wishful residents because it is in such close proximity to shopping, dining, entertainment, sports venues, malls and all major roads. Yet, even though it is in the heart of Fort Myers, Bell Tower Park is a quiet, private community that provides a safe neighborhood feel with friendly neighbors and a security monitored gate.

The resort-style amenities create opportunities to meet new neighbors and entertain your friends and family. Whether you are enjoying the heated pool, spa, tiki hut, fitness room, tennis courts, the sport court, children’s play area, media lounge with a billiards area, big screen TV, kitchen, table games or walking trails, there is plenty to do.

Bell Tower Park consists of 518 courtyard and carriage homes situated on 136 acres. Available homes range from $129K to $389K and with living space ranging from 1,746 to 2,715 sq. ft. your family will have lots of space to grow and play. Most of these homes have been custom built with granite counter tops, wood floors, tile floors, designer paint, crown molding and tons of upgrades!

For more information about this community or any other in Lee County, please email me at Michael@MichaelPolly.com or call me at 239.689.7600.

MICHAEL POLLY

Will You Be My Facebook Friend?

Michael Polly — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:38:24 +0000

I wanted to let you know about my new Facebook page to help you stay in the know about the Lee County Florida real estate market. Visit my Facebook page to check out what I have to share with you. Follow market trends, find out what my clients have to say about me, watch helpful real estate videos, check out pictures of properties I’ve sold or have listed and get to know more about our real estate market. You can also subscrive to and receive my email market updates!

Just go to www.facebook.com/floridahomesales and click the Like icon. I’ll keep you updated with everything that’s going on in Southwest Florida Real Estate Market.

There are benefits to being my friend! Whether you are a buyer or a seller, I can give you a significant advantage when it comes to buying or selling your home by sharing my knowledge and experience that I’ve gained from being a real estate professional for ten years in this area. It doesn’t matter if you are looking for a golf course property or a waterfront property with gulf access, I know the roads and the waterways that will inspire your new home.

Hit the Green at Province Park in Fort Myers, Florida

Michael Polly — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 14:06:03 +0000

Province Park is a great place to live if you want to be in the heart of Fort Myers close to I-75, shopping, restaurants, colleges and beaches. It’s central location makes it ideal for any family to get around easily and enjoy all that Southwest Florida has to offer. With their first class amenities, such as their clubhouse equipped with a board room, activity area, and catering kitchen or the waterfront sunning beach, gazebo, walking & biking trails, tennis courts, sundeck, fitness center, Junior Olympic pool, tot lot, and golf course, you won’t have to travel outside Province Park to find something fun to do.

Province Park is a quiet gated-community that offers a home for every lifestyle within three neighborhoods all masterfully designed for maximum value. The 620 residences consist of garden homes ranging from 1,299 to 1,344 sq. ft. with storage, first or second floor coach homes ranging 1,525 to 1,896 sq. ft. with 1 to 2 car garages, and attached villas ranging from 2 to 4 bedrooms and 1,192 to 1,740 sq. ft. with some including a private pool. At the Greens Edge at Province Park you’ll find highrise luxury condos that overlook the Eastwood Golf Course ranging from 2,162 to 2,612 sq. ft. with three elegant floorplans to choose from.

Check out what’s available now in Province Park. You could customize your own condo in Greens Edge or find a move-in-ready villa to call home. If you’re interested in a Garden Home here’s a little teaser that’s not on the market yet, but soon will be – 3 bedroom, 2 bath, second floor garden home with spacious living area and master suite, over sized master bath with garden tub and his & hers sinks, walk in closets, large kitchen, private storage unit and screened lanai overlooking a lake. This home offers you an opportunity to make it your own by customizing your flooring the most important detail of any home. Keep your eye out for 3525 Milan Dr #203, Fort Myers, FL 33916 and get your foot in the door before someone else beats you to it!!

Call me for more information on this foreclosure that is about to hit the market at less than 1/2 of the original price.

For more information on about this community, future listing or any other community in Lee County, please email me at Michael@MichaelPolly.com or call me at 239.689.7600.

MICHAEL POLLY

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Beautiful Waterfront with Gulf Access Home for Sale in N Fort Myers, Florida

Michael Polly — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 19:15:50 +0000

1721 Cobia Way, North Ft. Myers FL 33917

Gorgeous waterfront home is a steal at $156,900! 2450 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage with work area, quiet neighborhood, direct gulf/sailboat access, spa, spacious split floor plan and oversized deck.

Located in North Fort Myers, this home features wood floors, granite counter tops, custom tiled back splash, remodeled kitchen, a large porch that opens up to the water and a gorgeous view! It’s in great condition!

With all this space, life in this home would consist of boating on the weekends and entertaining friends throughout the week whether you choose a formal party in the dining room or a casual party on the patio open to a breezy night over the water. Not to mention a large kitchen to prepare a spectacular meal to make sure your parties are a hit!

For more information about this property or any other in Lee County, please email me at Michael@MichaelPolly.com or call me at 239.689.7600.

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California Style at Laguna Lakes in Fort Myers, Florida

Michael Polly — Mon, 24 May 2010 16:18:57 +0000

Laguna Lakes is a beautiful California-style, gated community that has it all!

The residences at Laguna Lakes are settled alongside 33 acres of sparkling lakes and surrounded by lush tropical vegetation so the view is always an eye catching scene. Get a feel for the Pebble Beach lifestyle of Beverly Hills in one of the 4 home collections – Pebble Beach, Santa Barbara, Monterey, and Beverly Hills - which are comprised of 20 different floor plans to meet your own personal style with center islands, playrooms, spacious bedrooms, walk-in closets, media rooms, libraries, gourmet kitchens and more.

Laguna Lakes not only has gorgeous homes, but resort style amenities as well. At the Mediterranean-style clubhouse you and your family will enjoy the resort-style pool, kiddie pool, Har-Tru tennis courts, indoor racquetball court, fishing pier, sand volleyball court, fitness center, tot lot, park, meeting room, social room with kitchen, billiard room, spa and lakefront beach. They have everything covered to make sure you have every opportunity to have fun and make memories with your family and friends all within your neighborhood.

As if all this wasn’t already enough, Laguna Lakes is perfectly located off of Gladiolus Dr minutes from Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel and Captiva! At this location there is plenty to do and all within a short drive.

Check out Laguna Lakes and find the perfect community where you can “hang loose” in style!

*Available homes range from $99K-500K and 1532-3430 sqft.

For more information about this community or any other in community in Lee County please email me at Michael@MichaelPolly.com or call me at 239.689.7600.

MICHAEL POLLY

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Beautiful Catalina Isles home in Fort Myers, Florida for sale!!

Michael Polly — Fri, 14 May 2010 19:30:27 +0000

17032 Wrigley Cir, Fort Myers, Florida 33908. $379,900!!!

This waterfront home features custom paint, designer lighting fixtures, extended kitchen, cherry wood cabinets, granite counter tops, garden tub, oil rubbed-bronze faucets and a custom built pool. It is a spacious home with 3361 square feet, 2 stories, 2 car garage, 4 beds, 2.5 baths and a loft.

This gorgeous home available in Catalina Isles is located just minutes from Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel Island.

Catalina Isles is a family oriented community that offers its homeowners several amenities to ensure that your family will have plenty of opportunities to create fun memories of their new home. Do not forget your sun block because your family will be enjoying the gorgeous Florida sun at the resort style pool and have your camera handy as well to capture the smiles your children will sport while enjoying the winding slide and monkey bars at the Tot Lot. Invite your friends and family to challenge your barbequing and entertaining skills under the BBQ Pavilion where you can enjoy a favorite Florida pastime with the people you love.

Catalina Isles is a gated, waterfront community that is located off Summerlin Rd, just a short drive from beautiful Fort Myers Beach. Take advantage of Catalina Isles’ great location and explore all the things that Fort Myers has to offer:

Coconut Pointe
Chloe’s
Bell Tower 20 Theater
Gulf Coast Town Center
The Melting Pot
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
Miramar Outlets
The Veranda
Fort Myers Beach

No matter how big your family is, Catalina Isles can accommodate your growing family in any one of its 13 floor plans ranging from 2,400 sq. ft. to 5,300 sq. feet.* Whether you need three bedrooms or 5, Catalina Isles offers you a variety of floor plan options that allow you to find the home that best fits your family’s needs right in the heart of Fort Myers. If you cannot find a ready-to-move-in home that fits your needs, you can purchase building lots and build your dream home at today’s low prices.

* Single family home prices range from $179,000 to $530,000.

Michael Polly