Verandah! Fort Myers
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Today I was lucky enough to be on the tour of Verandah! Verandah is a gated development of over 140 acres of land in East Fort Myers/ Buckingham. Its off Exit 141. The ride to the beach is about 45 minutes. The highway (I75) is 2 miles. Publix (supermarket) is <2 miles away.
There are two parts to Verandah. First, there is the Cottonwood Bend neighborhood. This neighborhood was built by Lennar homes. It features Coach homes or townhouses. Most are 3 bed, 2 bath and around 1800 sq ft. with a 1 car attached garage. Selling prices since Nov.2011 average about 80k. They sell rather quickly, so if you are interested don't wait. Units that are priced right sell in less than 30 days. Units rent for about $1100/month (per MLS).
Then there are the luxury homes. When I say luxury I mean huge homes with miles of moulding! (or what seems like miles). These custom homes have fantastic cook's kitchens. They have spa-like master suites. The tile is incredible- all masterpieces! They have gorgeous lanais and pools. The lots on a lake, woods or golf course.
The fitness center is huge! It goes out to a community pool. There are showers in the Fitness center, and scheduled classes. The restaurant offers fine dining and a casual bar. There is a pro shop for golfers. Rent a kayak, or walk the 9 miles of nature trails.
The community is gated. Ammenities include a JOG PATH, CLUBHOUSE, COMMUNITY POOL, DOG PARK, EXERCISE ROOM, GOLF COURSE, INTERNET ACCESS, PLAY AREA, SIDE WALK, STREETLIGHTS, TENNIS. Your HOA fee does not cover golf membership, or the fitness center which is optional.
Cottonwood town houses: HOA fees are approx $230/month to the Verandah west community asscoiation and $363/month to the Cottonwood Neighborhood Association assessment. a CDD fee of approx $870 is added to your annual tax bill (Community development district).
A few Cottonwood notes: Buyer to assume the balance of the CDD (approx $871 seems to be the amount on the listings here) from the date of closing forward, pay a one time capital contribution fee of $2,000 to the Verandah Community Association, and pay a one time foundation fee of .0025 times the selling price.
Luxury home developments have their own fees (each street is their own HOA with various ammenities. ) I can scan it to you. They also have CDD fees and one time association fees.
The community boasts several 'loops' each being developed by fantastic builders into single family homes ranging from $500k to $1MM. The million dollar home was stunning if your interested!
I have the HOA docs. Upon acceptance of an offer, I will have them copied for you. You can ask me any questions and I'll go through the paperwork to answer them for you.
If you would like to see one of these homes, I need 24 hours to set an appointment. You need to be either a cash buyer (cash in the bank) or have a bank prequalification to see property with me. Sellers require proof of funds at the time of the offer.
Have a great week!
Claudia DeBruyn, Realtor
Cell/text 781-799-7570
Today I was lucky enough to be on the tour of Verandah! Verandah is a gated development of over 140 acres of land in East Fort Myers/ Buckingham. Its off Exit 141. The ride to the beach is about 45 minutes. The highway (I75) is 2 miles. Publix (supermarket) is <2 miles away.
There are two parts to Verandah. First, there is the Cottonwood Bend neighborhood. This neighborhood was built by Lennar homes. It features Coach homes or townhouses. Most are 3 bed, 2 bath and around 1800 sq ft. with a 1 car attached garage. Selling prices since Nov.2011 average about 80k. They sell rather quickly, so if you are interested don't wait. Units that are priced right sell in less than 30 days. Units rent for about $1100/month (per MLS).
Then there are the luxury homes. When I say luxury I mean huge homes with miles of moulding! (or what seems like miles). These custom homes have fantastic cook's kitchens. They have spa-like master suites. The tile is incredible- all masterpieces! They have gorgeous lanais and pools. The lots on a lake, woods or golf course.
The fitness center is huge! It goes out to a community pool. There are showers in the Fitness center, and scheduled classes. The restaurant offers fine dining and a casual bar. There is a pro shop for golfers. Rent a kayak, or walk the 9 miles of nature trails.
The community is gated. Ammenities include a JOG PATH, CLUBHOUSE, COMMUNITY POOL, DOG PARK, EXERCISE ROOM, GOLF COURSE, INTERNET ACCESS, PLAY AREA, SIDE WALK, STREETLIGHTS, TENNIS. Your HOA fee does not cover golf membership, or the fitness center which is optional.
Cottonwood town houses: HOA fees are approx $230/month to the Verandah west community asscoiation and $363/month to the Cottonwood Neighborhood Association assessment. a CDD fee of approx $870 is added to your annual tax bill (Community development district).
A few Cottonwood notes: Buyer to assume the balance of the CDD (approx $871 seems to be the amount on the listings here) from the date of closing forward, pay a one time capital contribution fee of $2,000 to the Verandah Community Association, and pay a one time foundation fee of .0025 times the selling price.
Luxury home developments have their own fees (each street is their own HOA with various ammenities. ) I can scan it to you. They also have CDD fees and one time association fees.
The community boasts several 'loops' each being developed by fantastic builders into single family homes ranging from $500k to $1MM. The million dollar home was stunning if your interested!
I have the HOA docs. Upon acceptance of an offer, I will have them copied for you. You can ask me any questions and I'll go through the paperwork to answer them for you.
If you would like to see one of these homes, I need 24 hours to set an appointment. You need to be either a cash buyer (cash in the bank) or have a bank prequalification to see property with me. Sellers require proof of funds at the time of the offer.
Have a great week!
Claudia DeBruyn, Realtor
Cell/text 781-799-7570
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