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Record $1.9 Million Penthouse Sale Sets New Benchmark for Mercato

By PremierSIR - August 07, 2026
A penthouse residence at 9123 Strada Place, Unit 7510, has sold for $1.9 million, setting a record as the highest-priced condominium sale in Mercato's history, according to Stellar MLS. Susan Gardner of Premier Sotheby's International Realty’s Vanderbilt represented the seller in the transaction. Located in the heart of Mercato, Naples' premier destination for upscale shopping, dining and enterta

Why are Florida Home Insurance Costs Finally Falling?

By Budge Huskey - August 05, 2026
Just weeks into the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, forecasters are optimistic, with Colorado State University and AccuWeather lowering predictions as El Niño conditions are expected to suppress storm development. Should these projections hold, Florida could experience another quiet season. A calmer storm season arrives at a time when the communities most impacted in recent years are regaining th

Harbor Acres Records Highest Residential Sale of 2026 at $17 Million

By PremierSIR - July 16, 2026
A waterfront estate at 1204 Hillview Drive has sold for $17 million, marking the highest-priced residential sale on the Sarasota mainland in 2026 and the highest-priced home sale in Harbor Acres this year, according to Stellar MLS. While other Sarasota-area waterfront communities continue to perform well, Harbor Acres remains one of the region's most sought-after luxury neighborhoods because of it

Why Is The Housing Shortage Hitting Some Markets Harder?

By Budge Huskey - July 08, 2026
Congress recently passed the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a significant effort to address the nation's housing shortage. Although the bill remains stalled at the White House as of this writing over unrelated legislation, it has renewed attention on a question that has defined the housing market for years: Why don't we have enough supply of homes? At the end of May, the National As

Old Naples' Highest-Priced Residential Home Sale of 2026 Closes at $27 Million

By PremierSIR - June 30, 2026
A Gulf-front home at 26 2nd Avenue South has sold for $27 million, marking the highest-priced sale of an existing residence in Old Naples in 2026. A Gulf-front triple lot traded at a higher price earlier this year, but that transaction involved land rather than a home. The seller was represented by Jordan Delaney and Ryan Frost of Premier Sotheby's International Realty's Village office. The sale r

Premier Sotheby’s International Realty Advisors and Teams Earn National Distinction in 2026 RealTrends Verified Rankings

By Premier SIR - June 19, 2026
127 advisors and 41 teams recognized among the nation’s highest-performing real estate professionals NAPLES, FLA. (June 19, 2026) — Premier Sotheby’s International Realty announced that 127 advisors and 41 teams have been recognized in the 2026 RealTrends Verified rankings, affirming the firm's position as a leading force in luxury real estate across Florida and North Carolina. The annual rank

Why Zillow and a Major MLS are Fighting Over Data

By Budge Huskey - June 18, 2026
Recently, an event in Chicago captured the attention of all in real estate, exposing a developing conflict over a fundamental question that has never been adequately answered: Who really owns a listing and related data, and who has the right to market and profit from it? One of the largest Multiple Listing Service (MLS) organizations, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) in Chicago, cut its feed of li

Premier Sotheby’s International Realty Continues Record Luxury Momentum in Grey Oaks with $10.7 Million Sale

By PremierSIR - June 04, 2026
1249 Gordon River Trail in the exclusive Estuary at Grey Oaks has sold for $10,700,000, representing one of the most significant residential transactions in the community’s history. The sale ranks as the second-highest recorded in Grey Oaks over the past 12 months and the fourth-highest sale of all time within the prestigious Naples enclave. Premier Sotheby’s International Realty represented both

For Florida's Condo Market, a Necessary Reset – But at What Cost?

By Premier SIR - May 19, 2026
In communities along the Gulf Coast, condominiums have long represented more than just real estate. They are a gateway to coastal living, a practical path to homeownership and a place to enjoy the best of the Sunshine State, whether seasonally or year-round. Today, this segment of the market is undergoing a profound division. Across Florida, condominium median prices have declined nearly 10 perc

$19.14M South Tampa Estate Sets Multiple Records Across Tampa Bay

By PremierSIR - May 19, 2026
A residential estate in South Tampa has sold for $19,140,000, setting multiple pricing records across the Tampa Bay region. The property at 914 S. Golf View Street was represented by Paul DeSantis, global real estate advisor with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s South Tampa office. Positioned along 400 feet of frontage on the Palma Ceia Golf Course, the estate reflects a scale of property

Grand Chateau Estate Achieves Record-Breaking Sale in Winston-Salem

By PremierSIR - May 01, 2026
The distinguished estate at 1067 E Kent Road has sold for $3,525,000, representing the second-highest residential transaction ever recorded in Winston-Salem and the largest home in the city. Privately gated and enclosed by an impressive 9.5-foot stone and brick wall, the property embodies an exceptional blend of classical architectural design, masterful craftsmanship and modern refinement. The re

$11.9M Marco Island Sale Ranks as Highest of 2026, Fourth Highest Ever

By PremierSIR - April 27, 2026
A waterfront estate at 1829 South Inlet Drive on Marco Island has sold for $11,900,000, marking the highest sale on Marco Island year to date and the fourth-highest sale ever recorded on the island. The property was represented by Jim Prange and Nikki Prange-Carroll, global real estate advisors with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s Marco Island office. Jim and Nikki Prange continue to le

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