New Statistics Out Today on October 2010 Real Estate Market

Overall closed sales for the 12 months ending October 2010 increased 19 percent with 7,912 sales compared to 6,645 sales for the 12 months ending October 2009.

Single-family pending sales increased 20 percent with 436 contracts in October 2010 compared to 363 contracts in October 2009. Single-family pending sales in the $1 to $2 million category increased 54 percent for the 12 months ending October 2010 with 263 contracts compared to 171 contracts for the 12 months ending October 2009.

Condo pending sales increased 6 percent in October 2010 with 345 contracts compared to 326 contracts in October 2009.

Condo closed sales increased 31 percent with 3,897 contracts for the 12 months ending October 2010 compared to 2,964 contracts for the same 12 months last year.

The overall Median Closed Price for the 12 months ending October 2010 showed no change from one year ago, remaining at $180,000. However, there was a 3% overall increase in the median for properties in the price segments above $300,000

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AMERIVEST REALTY ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER LEADERS

New Listings By Dollar Volume:
Dale Wilhelm

With thirty years of customer service and sales & marketing experience I am committed to help you make sound purchasing and selling decisions.
Thank you in advance for your confidence in me.
Visit Dale on the web at http://www.dunesluxurycondos.com

New Tours to View for My Dunes Listings

Property Listings Virtual Tours

Dunes Barbados # 505 http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/16589

Dunes Cayman # 203 http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/29555

Dunes Cayman Terrace # 1-03 http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/40909

Dunes Dominica # 205 http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/19672

Dunes Phoenician # 1205 http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/30968

Dunes Geneva # 702 http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/25910

Dunes Geneva # 1103 http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/33274

570 92nd Ave Naples Park http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/40986

Belle Lago, Estero http://www.homezonemedia.com/etour.html/TOURID/26286

View these tours and see the properties for sale in The Dunes. Whether you want to list or to buy at The Dunes, I am your neighbor Realtor working for YOU!

Dunes Sales Statistics

While home buying activity is cooling in other parts of the country, luxury-home sales in Naples are picking up! Statistics show the higher end market has stabilized.

Great News for The Dunes Owners...........

For the condo market in the Naples area above $500,000 closed sales rose 28% over this time last year! The inventory in the same price range has gone down 20% over this time last year! Median home price is up 16% from September 2010 over September 2009!

The Dunes out performed the overall market! Sales are up 117% over last year! The Grande Preserve sales are up 284% over last year!

October 2008-2009
Total sales 17 closed 6 were in the Grande Preserve. Closed sales ranged from $400,000-$1,333,000.
Total $11,589,000 sold that year

October 2009-2010
Total sales 37 closed 23 were in the Grande Preserve
Closed sales ranged from $475,000-$1,750,000.
Total sold so far this year $30,364,500

Call me if you have any questions on your Dunes Property. 239-273-1600

New Listing In the Dunes October 27, 2010

Hello Neighbors and Friends,

I have just listed

325 Dunes Blvd. Terrace #3

The terrace level unit # T-03 offers a unique direct access to the private pool and grill area just steps from your own back door! No need to take the elevator...

The large terrace area is surrounded with lush tropical foliage and is a great place to entertain guests or just relax. This unit has a great floor plan with wood and ceramic tile flooring and offers many custom feathers and comes with all of the great amenities that the Dunes offers.

If you have any questions about YOUR property give me a call! I'm an owner myself and have been since pre-construction. I'm YOUR Realtor.

New Listings and Updated Pricing in the Dunes

Hello! I am bringing you some updates on my listings in the Dunes. Now that we are getting toward season the market is picking up and I am getting busier with phone calls from our cold friends up north!

New Listings....

Dominica #205....$769K
Barbados #505.....$575K
Cayman #203.....$498K

Sold.....

Cayman #406....SOLD $590K
Phoenician #1106......SOLD $862K

I also have a new listing in Naples Park at 570 92nd Ave. for $319K.

Come visit my new website at DALE@DALEWILHELM.COM

It has some great tools including a community map and an Iphone app. that you can download onto your smartphone. I look forward to keeping my friends and clients "in the know" and keeping up with all of the latest technology.

If you have any questions or would like to get some information on selling your property give me a call.....I can help! 239-273-1600

2 New Listings in the Dunes!

Hello Friends and Clients........

I am happy to bring you 2 new listings in The Dunes. These units are priced right and ready to move into in time for Season!
Call me if you have any questions. 239-273-1600. Visit my website at www.DaleWilhelm.com

Best Regards,

Dale Wilhelm

295 Grande Way #202 in the Grande Dominica

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath overlooking Turkey Bay; Beautiful custom molding and design.

Beach Club Membership is Available

$769,000

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315 Dunes Blvd. #505 in Barbados

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath overlooking the Gulf and Bay

Steps away from all the Community Amenities

$575,000

Price Reduction by $100k at the Dunes

265 Indies Way #1103 Now REDUCED by $100K!

Residence 1103 in the Grande Geneva offers a rare ownership opportunity in beautiful Naples Florida. From the moment you open the double front doors from this homes private elevator vestibule you are greeted with endless views of Southwest Floridas coastline and Turkey Bay. Boasting over forty two hundred square feet of indoor and outdoor living space this property is the crown jewel of the Grande Preserve towers. Exquisitely finished throughout the kitchen offers top of the line rich wood cabinet granite counter tops with Preparation Island professional stainless steel appliances including six burner gas cook top and wine cooler. Marble floors with perfectly placed mosaic tile insets guide you through this homes gracious floor plan with two spacious on suite guest bedrooms located on the east end with expansive golf course views to the grand master suite with private morning kitchen dressing room and elegant master bath .

Call Dale to make an appointment to see this beautiful condo at the Dunes! 239-273-1600 and make an offer!

Upcoming News and Events at the Dunes

The Plantation Club's Information & News

Labor Day Party...JUMP INTO THE FUN!!!

Sunday, September 5th

11:00am-3:00pm

DJ: 12:00-3:00

BBQ Buffet Includes:

Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Grilled Pork Loin & Vegetable Skewers, Corn on the Cob, Home style Baked Beans, Marinated Grilled Vegetables, Potato Salad, Watermelon, Peach Cobbler

Adults $17.95

Children $9.95

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Dining Cards

A reminder for those who have not picked up your $500 dining card. They can be picked up at The Plantation Club office Monday through Friday 9:00am-5:00pm. The cards are valid through 12/31/2010. Please call the office at

239-593-9680 if you have any questions

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NOTICE-CLOSING DATES

The Dunes Pool, Dining Room, Tiki Bar, Cottages & Kitchen will be closed for annual maintenance and repairs:

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7^th

Through

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26^th

Real Estate Activity in the Dunes from Dale Wilhelm

Wow! August is Sizzling at the Dunes with Real Estate Activity!

This week my listing at 325 Dunes Blvd. #203 had a price change from $525K to $498K! Call me to look at this deal!

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I had a new listing at 275 Indies Way #1106.....

Well it only lasted 2 Days on the Market!!

Do you have any questions on your Dunes Property? Call me at 239-273-1600 and find out what I can do for you!

Go to www.DaleWilhelm.com for more information.

Plantation Club Says Goodbye to Patrick and Hello to Kevin!

THE DUNES WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME KEVIN MCCUNE AS THE NEW GENERAL MANAGER OF THE PLANTATION CLUB.

The next time you are at the Clubhouse please stop by to say hello and welcome him to the community.

We would like to thank Patrick Gretz for his years of service and wish him well in his future ventures.

From Kevin to the members:

Dear Dunes Members:

I wish to express my sincerest appreciation for selecting me as your Club Manager at The Plantation Club and entrusting me to oversee and revitalize your treasured club.

My professional experience in club operations began in the golf industry in Pennsylvania many years ago and led me to the position of General Manager at The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club on Sanibel Island, The Captiva Golf Club on Captiva Island and Naples Harbour Yacht Club in Naples. Although I successfully oversaw the entire operation at each of these clubs, I most notably provided the passionate leadership, guest service training and coordination of unique events for our restaurants, banquets and member functions. My knowledge and humble success in the food service industry grew from the ground up, but were always led by my core beliefs...great food served by exceptional individuals in a dynamic environment.

A biography does not accurately portray the personal make-up of an individual. The passionate and creative thinking, the genuine care and concern for the betterment of a membership, the ability to develop relationships built on trust, honesty and open communication and most importantly, the moral character, work ethic and desire needed to continually strive for perfection. These are the traits that guide my management style and I will require of my entire staff. These are the traits that will serve you daily. This foundation, along with my knowledge and professional experience, will play a dynamic role for you and the community for many years to come and will ensure The Dunes maintains its reputation and standing as the premier waterfront resort community in Southwest Florida.

I look forward to meeting each of you in the weeks and months ahead and welcome your valued input to help ensure our continued success and financial growth. I am gracious for the opportunity, embrace the challenges ahead and I am honored to be chosen with the trusted oversight of your cherished club for many years to come.

Warmest Regards,

KEVIN J. McCUNE

General Manager

The Plantation Club at The Dunes

August 2010 Upcoming Happenings in The Dunes

Dinner Menu August 6 & August 7 5:00-9:00pm

Appetizers Fried Bread & chorizo $7 Pan fried rustic bread & chorizo, olive oil, paprika, parsley Garden Salad $5 iceberg lettuce, fresh vegetables, balsamic vinaigrette Entrees Grouper $21 Pan seared, chili lime glaze, Caribbean blended rice, glazed baby carrots BBQ Beef Short Ribs $22 Boneless beef short ribs, housemade BBQ sauce Cheddar whipped potatoes, glazed baby carrots Stuffed Chicken $17 Garlic & goat cheese stuffed semi-boneless chicken breast, with pan sauce, cheddar whipped potatoes & glazed baby carrots COMFORT CORNER Meatloaf $12 Homemade, brown gravy, cheddar whipped potatoes & glazed baby carrots Desserts Granny Smith Apple Pie Ala Mode $6 Peach Berry Tart $6

For Reservations call 239-593-9752 ************************************ Don't miss the Movie in the Clubhouse on Sunday, August 8th at 6pm. Popcorn and soda to all that attend. See you there! ************************************ Fire Alarm Inspections....... Dunes Condominium Owner: Please be advised that we are scheduling the mandatory annual tests and inspections by Simplex-Grinnell for the week of August 16 - 20, 2010 for the fire control (alarm) systems and the sprinkler systems, for each of the Dunes condominium tower buildings. This service is required by law and will include inspections of the fire sprinklers in the individual condominium units. All units must be inspected. When a unit is vacant, a Dunes staff member will provide access to the unit for the Simplex-Grinnell representative to perform the required inspection. A notice will also will be posted in the building in advance of the tests and inspections. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this matter, please contact me, or Paul Gonzalez or Arell Harris. Thank you. Wayne Gerard Dammert Community Association Manager Associa Benson's KT The Dunes of Naples Telephone (239) 592-7469 Fax (239) 592-1419 Web www.bensonsinc.com Email wdammert@bensonsinc.com