I am regularly asked why Marco Island - what is so special about it?  Well here is a 4x6 mile island paradise with white sugar sand beaches, a great community and opportunity.                                                                                                                                   Why Marco Island!This information is provided by Colleen Kulikowski, Realtor Celebration Florida HomesParadise Report WebsiteMarco Island Homes  (407) 288-0017mailto:colleen@paradisereport.comAn avid writer and photographer Colleen Kulikowski utilizes these talents to assist her clients in achieving their Real Estate goals.   She grew up in Western NY and moved to the Metro NYC area in 1984 where she was a successful consultant in the technology field.   She has a diverse background inc... 08/15/2006

Shipp's Landing is a community at the Southeastern tip of Marco Island affording wonderful views of the 10,000 Islands.   This community was built in three stages I, II & III.  I consists of 54 units and was built in 1979.  II consists of 48 units on seven floors and was completed in 1980.  III is a 10 story building that was completed in 1983.  All three sections allow for monthly rentals and amentities include:  activities room BBQ, Fitness Center, Pool, Spa, Tennis, game room and fishing docks.Activity in the complex at this time:7 Active ranging $799,000 - $995,000No pending and 1 closed since January 1, 2006 that sold for $895,000If you would like more information regarding this community, please feel free to call me at (239) 642-0055 or email me at colleen@minre.com.** All statist... 08/13/2006

Apollo is the southern most condo before the gated community of Cape Marco.   Amenties include a social room, pool, spa, sauna, tennis, covered parking and security.  There is a popular restaurant/bar in the ground floor where you can find many locals there to watch the sunset.  (personal note - the best French Onion Soup on the Island is served here).  The building was built in 1991 and there are 10 floors with a total of 90 units in the complex.  The end units (01 and 10) are three bedroom/2 bath units and the remaining (02-09) are 1 bedroom/1 bath units.  This condo allows for weekly rentals.Activity in this building:12 Active listings ranging $574,900 - $1,350,000There are no pending sales and since January 1, 2005 there have been 4 sales ranging from $623,000 - $1,000,000          ... 08/13/2006

South Seas Resort on Marco Island.South Seas Tower 1 Activity5 Active ranging $699,500 - $1,025,0001 Pending and 2 closed since January 1, 2006 selling at $625,000 and $650,000During January 1, 2005 and July 1, 2005 there were 4 closed sales ranging in sale price from $761,000 - $1,015,000South Seas Tower 2 Activity9 Active ranging $695,000 - $979,000No Pending sales and there have been 4 closed sales since January 1, 2006 ranging $640,000 - $850,000During January 1, 2005 and July 1, 2005 there were 4 closed sales ranging in sale price from $775,000 - $1,015,000 South Seas Tower 3 Activity11 Active ranging $775,000 - $1,250,000There are 3 pending and 5 units have sold since January 1, 2006 ranging $680,000 - $720,000During January 1, 2005 and July 1, 2005 there were 5 closed sales rangi... 08/12/2006

Mutiny of Marco Island is situated on the south end of the Island and is a quiet community that was built in 1979 consisting of 35 condos.  There is a pool, BBQ, Sundeck and screened balcony as amenities here.  Activity is in this condo is:Currently there are 4 Active properties ranging from $397,000 - $485,000There are no pending and only two have sold since January 1, 2005 ranging in sale price between $425,000 - $440,000.  ** All statistical information was gathered from The Marco Island Area Association of Realtors. **      This information is provided by Colleen Kulikowski, Realtor.  Colleen writes about the Florida lifestyle on several locations for the Orlando Avenue Top Team. Celebration Florida Homes BLOG  Paradise Report Website  Marco Island Homes BLOG (407) 288-0017 mailto:c... 08/11/2006

Camelot is at the southern tip of Marco Island and is a direct access boating condo.   There are 39 units in this condo on 5 floors.  There are boat docks, pool, additional storage and an activity/social room in this community that was built in 1980.  Activity is as follows:There are currently 2 Active listings listed for $819,000 & $840,000There are no pending units at this time, and only one has closed since January 1, 2005 which closed for $825,000.!** All statistical information was gathered from The Marco Island Area Association of Realtors. **      Colleen Kulikowski is your Western New York Real Estate Expert focusing on Buffalo and Niagara Falls neighborhoods of Western New York.  If you are on Twitter, please follow me...If you enjoyed this post by your Buffalo & Niagara Falls ... 08/10/2006

Built in 2001, Mirage on the Gulf is a 9 story building with 59 units on the southern end of Marco Island with stunning Gulf views.  There is a breathtaking interior courtyard that all units open up to.  This community has an activity/social room, library, tennis, pool, spa, a fitness center and a fishing pier for it's residents enjoyment.Activity for this community is:6 Active listings ranging in price from $950,000 to $1,595,000Currently there is one pending which was listed for $1,249,000Since January 1, 2006 there have been two properties that have closed and they ranged from $900,000 to $1,150,000. ** All statistical information was gathered from The Marco Island Area Association of Realtors. **  This information is provided by Colleen Kulikowski, Realtor.  Colleen writes about the... 08/09/2006

The Activity on this condo is as follows:There are currently 22 active propeties on the market in the Gulfview ranging in price from $695,000 to $1,159,000.There have been 4 sales since January 2006 ranging in price from $600,000 to $725,000 and at this time there are no pending sales in this complex. See my July Update for more information regarding this condo...If you would like more information on this Marco Island condo or any Naples area community, please give me a call at (239) 821-3063 or email me at colleen@paradisereport.com.** All statistical information was gathered from The Marco Island Area Association of Realtors. ** 08/09/2006

Marguerita Club is situated on a quiet street at the tip of Marco Island.  This boating condominium is unique as no units share common walls and is a low density building with only 15 units.   There is an activity/social room, additional storage pool dock and a large sundeck on the top floor which you can enjoy sunsets with other residents!  Each unit has two bedrooms/two baths, laundry and lots of windows and balcony to enjoy water views or Island views.  Activity in the Marquerita Club is:4 Units are active ranging in price between $645,000 to $675,000There are no pending units and one one has sold since June 2005 which sold for $675,000.   ** All statistical information was gathered from The Marco Island Area Association of Realtors. **  This information is provided by Colleen Kuliko... 08/09/2006

The Cozumel is one of several buildings in the gated community at the southern point of Marco Island.  The other buidings are Merida, Monterry, Belize, Vera Cruz and Tampico.   Cozumel is 24 stories high with 120 units and was built in 1998.  Amenitites include, pool, spa, sauna, fitness center, card room and activities room.   The current activity in the building as as follows:12 Active listings ranging from $1,575,000 to $2,495,000There are no pending units in the buildingThree properties have closed since Jaunary 1, 2006 ranging in price from $1,438,500 to $2,200,000.Whether you are looking to buy/sell a lot, condo or home here on Marco Island Florida, I can provide you with the service you are looking for and the service you deserve.  If you would like more information on this Marco... 08/08/2006

Angler's Cove is a great waterfront condo on Marco Island with weekly rentals allowed, boat docks available for rent, 2 pools, 3 hot tubs and tennis courts available.   The activity as as follows:26 Active Listings ranging from $259,000 to $550,000.  To view my listing in this building please click on http://www.paradisereport.com/anglers504 There are currently 2 pending units which were listed for $350,000 and $375,000There have been 8 closed properties since January 1, 2006 ranging from $225, 000 to $505,000.To view more details on Angler's Cove, please visit my previous BLOG at:  July Angler's Update. If you are interested in more information on this community or any other Southwest Florida community, I look forward to working with you!  08/08/2006

Here on Marco Island we have some unique and not so unique terminology on our MLS and in our community.  I get asked a lot about this, so I thought I would review a few terms:Water Direct and Water Indirect when referring to waterfront Property.  The main difference here is do you need to go under a bridge or not?  Direct means no, indirect yes.  This is really only important to those who have sail boats and mega yachts...Turnkey and Furnished.  Turnkey means that linens, pots, pans and dishes are included.  All you need to do is bring your suitcase...  HB - The property is in Hideaway Beach which is a private gated communityGO - The property is on a golf courseMICA - Marco Island Civic Association where residents can get their beach pass http://www.marcocivic.com/   This information is... 08/04/2006

Completion of this complex was in 1986 and the property consists of 1 & 2 bedroom units with a maximum occupancy of 5 people in a one bedroom and 6 people in a two bedroom. There are 320 units and 5 floors in the complex.  All units have full kitchens. The square footage of the units is in the 700 to 800 foot range. Some units have water views while others have pool or island views.  There are 13 acres of land most of which is boardering the Marco River. There are 2 pools three hot tubs, 2 tennis courts, a waterside bar and grill, as well as boat docks for rent.  Pets are not allowed and these units are desirable rental properties with weekly rentals allowed.   Maintenance runs approximately $910 a quarter.Since July 1, 2005 there have been 9 closed sales that range in price from $225,0... 07/11/2006