Summer Time Projects in LAmbiance

This summer has been a busy one for myself and for L’Ambiance!  While I have been working  attempting to get contracts together, L’Ambiance has been getting a face lift.

Our landscaper has been working trimming all the shrubs in L’Ambiance.  While it may appear that the landscapers went nuts trimming, cutting back all the shrubs will help them fill out and grow better.  Florida lends itself to rapid plant growth, so our shrubs will be looking even better in no time.

LAmbiance shrubs get a trim

Work has also begun on power washing our roofs.  In the photo below you can see the difference.  The left side of the building has had the roof power washed, the right side has not.  The roof cleaning hopefully will be completed by late August.

Can you see the difference? Left side has been cleaned, the right side awaits cleaning.

September will find our L’Ambiance buildings being painted.  Most owners who are not in residence over the summer have taken the precaution of removing all their patio furniture off their lanais because of hurricane season.  I would suggest that if you have not done this to do so.  Since we are in hurricane season and the roofs are being cleaned and the buildings are going to be painted it would be a good idea to remove items from your lanai.

When you next arrive in L’Ambiance and drive to the North tram station, be aware that the entry to the tram stop has been changed.  The old entry is no longer there.  A new entry is just North of the old one.  Trams will no longer be in the paths of cars entering the parking lot.

 

New Entry Way into North Tram Parking just North of old entry

Cars will not be able to enter into the Tram turn around

North Tram Stop Tram Turn Around Area

Landscaping blocks old car entry

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I recently updated my Naples Florida blog with the July 2009 Naples Florida real estate statistics at: www.NaplesWave.com/NaplesBlog You may be interested in reading what is happening to sales in the $500,000.00 – 1 million dollar price range.

We have been receiving rain the past few days and I am happy to report that L’Ambiance’s lake is starting to look full again.  Naples has been so dry that the water in our lake kept receding!  At one point in time this summer it almost looked like we would have an L’Ambiance beach.

Just in case you haven’t noticed, I recently added my “Tweets” to our L’Ambiance blog.  You’ll find them on the right hand side of our blog.  I have also added my Facebook business badge.  This is located on the bottom of right hand side of our blog along with a link to News Updates that I hope you find interesting.

As summer will be drawing to an end soon, I hope that fall will be bringing owners back to an even sharper looking L’Ambiance!

Should you be thinking of selling your home in L’Ambiance and want a candid assessment of what it would take to sell your home in today’s market, I would be happy to provide you with a free market evaluation.  Feel free to call me at 239-594-2780 or e-mail me at Lynn@NaplesBuys.com

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Lynn Wilber is a Real Estate Professional who lives in L’Ambiance in Pelican Bay.  Her 31 years of real estate experience and her area expertise have been valuable resources for Pelican Bay Sellers and Buyers.  For more information, please contact Lynn Wilber or call 239-594-2780.

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New Administrative Assistant

 

Adam Bialy, Lynn’s new summertime Assistant!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 If you are in residence, you may see a new face around L’Ambiance.  My nephew, Adam, arrived from Chicago last week to work for me.  Adam will be able to work for me until September 1st.  At that point in time he will have to return to DePaul in Chicago to continue his studies in film.  Adam is aiding me with my e-mail correspondence, photo taking, virtual tour desiging, contact data management organization, web issues, mailings, and anything else I can delegate to him.  He has turned out to be a quick learner and I know his work will benefit my clients.  So, if you happen to call me and a man answers who you know is NOT Don Wilber, do not be concerned as it will be my new summertime administrative assistant, Adam Bialy.

YIKES!  Everyone seems to have an opinion of our clubhouse remodeling project!  People keep asking me what I think about the new furniture and colors. As the condo Don and I live in has paint colors on the walls that my sister calls “Crayola Colors”,  I am the wrong person to ask about what colors might please everyone in L’Ambiance.  I did not serve on the Clubhouse remodeling committee. I do give each person that served on the committe a great deal of credit for the time they put in making choices for all of us.  Here are some photos of how the remodeling project is shaping up.

New Furniture and carpet have recently been added.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table area of the clubhouse.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Library is still a work in progress

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New shelving units have been delivered.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New paint and flooring in work out room

 The retaining wall that is being replaced by the 300 building is taking shape well.

Retaining Wall Street View.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Retaining Wall located by the 300 building

 L’Ambinace will start cleaning the buildings’ roofs, soffits and fascias in August.  Beginning sometime in September, painting will begin on our buildings.  If you are in residence, you may have noticed the 5 paint samples painted on the wall to the right of the back clubhouse door.   The samples were painted there so that L’Ambiance residents could voice their opinions to their preference of paint color.

Which paint color do you like best?

 Which paint color appeals to you?  If you have an opinion, please share it with your Director or Eagle Property Management 239-596-5567  JBSWFL@comcast.net.

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 What has been happening in real estate?  I have had an incredibily busy summer between out of town company and work, life has been hectic.  My 2100 Lambiance CIR #101 closed last week for $575,000.00.  The other day 400 Lambiance CIR #104 lowered their price by $75,000.00.  I also recently listed 8370 Excalibur Cir – J7 in Avalon.  I have a listing priced at $249,900.00 in Calusa Bay, which has had 3 offers on it in the last month; none of which turned into contracts.

L’Ambiance currently has 14 active listings, 2 Pending Sales, 5 Closed Sales, and 5 Expired listings.

Should you be thinking of selling your home in L’Ambiance and want a candid assessment of what it would take to sell your home in today’s market, I would be happy to provide you with a free market evaluation.  Feel free to call me at 239-594-2780 or e-mail me at Lynn@NaplesBuys.com

Would you like to own a home in L’Ambiance in Pelican Bay?  SEARCH HERE, once at the search page you can search by the L’Ambiance development, save your search and new listings will be sent to you.

Care to comment about living in L’Ambiance?  Just click on the ADD COMMENT link at the end of this entry.

About the author:

Lynn Wilber is a Real Estate Professional who lives in L’Ambiance in Pelican Bay.  Her 31 years of real estate experience and her area expertise have been valuable resources for Pelican Bay Sellers and Buyers.  For more information, please contact Lynn Wilber or call 239-594-2780.

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Lambiance Clubhouse Remodeling Update

While summer time usually brings a quite time to Naples, L’Ambiance is busy working away on our Clubhouse remodeling project!  Since you may not be in residence, I thought you might like a quick update on the progress of the project.

I ran out today and took some quick shots so you can see what is happening in L’Ambiance.  One of the first things I want to mention is that a new security key entry panel has been installed at our front gate.  If you are coming for a visit and do not have your residents clicker, please be aware that all residents’ gate codes have been changed.  Eagle Property Management has sent out a notice about this, however, I just wanted to remind you.  Nothing could be worse than arriving late at night and not being able to get through the gate.

Here are some photos of our work in progress.
 

New security key entry panel greets L'Ambiance residents and guests & residents.

French Doors at rear entry to clubhouse

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New chandelier updates the community room. Wooden Shutters replace the old blinds.

New Light Fixtures installed above table area in community room.

Glass tile installed above countertop area; wallpaper to be installed.

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floor Exercise Room soon to be library, awaits paint.

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Men's Steam Room gets new door and tile.

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You might be wondering what is happening with L’Ambiance real estate sales.  Unfortunately not much.  L’Ambiance is mirroring the Naples market in the $500,000.00 – $1,000,000.00 price ranges.  May 2009,  saw only 46 Pending Sale in the whole Naples condo market.  The 12-month period ending May/2008 to May/2009 saw a decrease in both the number of Pending and Closed Sales in the $500,000.00 – $1,000,000.00 price range.  The under $300,000.00 price range, however, is booming!

As of this date, L’Ambiance has  17 Active Listings, 2 Pending Sales and only 4 Closed Sales.  When you click on the Closed Sales link, you’ll only see 3 closed sales because one coach home unit sold by owner.  This unit’s sale information is not on the County web site as of yet.

The Gulf water temperature was 89 degrees yesterday!  The sunsets have been incredibly beautiful the last week.  Here is one for you to enjoy!

June 2009 Sunset at the Sandpiper Beach in Pelican Bay in Naples, FL

Should you be thinking of selling your home in L’Ambiance and want a candid assessment of what it would take to sell your home in today’s market, I would be happy to provide you with a free market evaluation.  Feel free to call me at 239-594-2780 or e-mail me at Lynn@NaplesBuys.com

Would you like to own a home in L’Ambiance in Pelican Bay?  SEARCH HERE, once at the search page you can search by the L’Ambiance development, save your search and new listings will be sent to you.

Care to comment about living in L’Ambiance?  Just click on the ADD COMMENT link at the end of this entry.

About the author:

Lynn Wilber is a Real Estate Professional who lives in L’Ambiance in Pelican Bay.  Her 31 years of real estate experience and her area expertise have been valuable resources for Pelican Bay Sellers and Buyers.  For more information, please contact Lynn Wilber or call 239-594-2780.

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Lambiance Clubhouse Remodeling Projects

Memorial Day is rapidly approaching…..have you found yourself wondering how fast this year seems to be passing by?  I sure have thought about how time has been flying by.  L’Ambiance almost seems as if it were a ghost town since most of our residents have headed back North.  Well, while the majority of residents are away….L’Ambiance projects are underway.

The remodeling of our clubhouse has begun.  I took these photos to show you the work that is being done.  The steam room in the men’s bathroom is still a work in progress.  The entire inside of the clubhouse will be repainted and the common area will be redone.  The Floor Exercise Room is being turned into a library.  Should you happen to be in town for the Memorial Day be aware that work is being done. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On Monday, May 18th from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM the fire department will be checking out the fire alarms in buildings 100 – 1000.  The fire department will not need to gain access to the units.  Be aware that you may hear fire alarms going off intermittently during the inspection period.

What’s been happening with real estate in L’Ambiance?  Unfortunately not much.

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What’s been happening with real estate in L’Ambiance?  Unfortunately not much.  To view real estate activity in L’Ambiance, click on:

• ACTIVE LISTINGS
• PENDING SALES
• CLOSED SALES
• UNSOLD UNITS

Many of the aquascapes in L’Ambiance have been turned off.  The reason this has happened is because our lake level is very low and we did not want our pumps to burn out.  The newspaper reported that since January 1st of this year, we have only received 1.39 INCHES of rain.  The good news is that we had a thunderstorm today!  I was so excited I actually ran outside to take a video of the dark clouds and thunder.

 
Should you be returning to L’Ambiance for the Memorial Day holiday, please keep in mind all the work that will be occurring during your stay.  Our lovely pool area and the beautiful beach in Pelican Bay will be waiting for you!

Should you be thinking of selling your home in L’Ambiance and would like a candid assessment of what it would take to sell your home in today’s market, I would be happy to provide you with a free market evaluation. Feel free to give me a call at 239-594-2780 or e-mail me at Lynn@NaplesBuys.com.

Looking for a home in L’Ambiance?  Search here, once at the search page, you can search by development, save your search and new listing updates will be e-mailed to you.

Care to share a comment with us?  Just click on the comment link at the bottom of this blog entry.  Comments are always welcome.

About the author:

Lynn Wilber is a Real Estate Professional who lives in L’Ambiance in Pelican Bay.  Her 31 years of real estate experience and her area expertise have been valuable resources for Pelican Bay Sellers and Buyers.  For more information, please contact Lynn Wilber or call 239-594-2780.

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How Dry Is Naples?

When I refer to Naples being dry, I am not referring to liquor sales, I am referring to the amount of rain we have not received.  SW Florida is in its dry season.  The 2009 total of rainfall has been 1.38 INCHES!  Here at L’Ambiance, you can see how our lakes have receded.

  At tomorrow’s Board meeting at 3:00 PM in the clubhouse, our Board will be reviewing bids for the replacement of the doors leading into the workout room:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

along with bids on pressure washing and painting our buildings.  They will also review a bid for replacing the retaining wall that is located on the path to the Market Place in Pelican Bay.  This summer will find L’Ambiance removing and replacing the Tele-entry display into our subdivision. 

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My sellers at 2100 Lambiance CIR #101 instructed me to lower the price of their first floor coach home to $599,900.00 from $639,900.00.  If you are looking for a larger unit in L’Ambiance or have a friends or family who might want to purchase in L’Ambiance, this unit presents a good value.

L’Ambiance currently has 19 active listings on the market.  You can see our market time is creaping upward.  There are currently 2 pending sales in L’Ambiance.  Since January 1, 2009 there has only been one closed sale in L’Ambiance, which was my listing.  As of today, in Pelican Bay

The Naples Board of Realtors released their 2009 first quarter report  for the Naples market.  Not surprisingly, an enormous amount of the overall market is under $300,000.00.  There was a 113%  increasein the number of closed sales under $300,ooo.oo from the first quarter of 2008 to the first quarter of 2009 in the overall Naples market.  In the same time period, other price ranges did not fare so well:

• $300K-$500K had a 26% decrease in closed sales
• $500K-$1M had a 32% decrease in closed sales
• $1M-$2M had a 50% decrease in closed sales
• $2M+ had a 27% decrease in closed sales

The  overall market was up 33% in closed sales but that increase was influenced by the increase in the under $300K price range.  The median sales price fell 45.92%  from the first quarter of 2008 to the first quarter of 2009 in the overall Naples market.  I am in the process of working up the figures for Pelican Bay.

I have been running an opinion poll on my www.realtown.com/LynnGRI/blog I asked the question, “Sellers:  Is Your Home Unsold Because It is Overpriced?”  Of the 91 people who responded, 44% answered Probably, 27% answered Probably Not and 29% answered Haven’t a Clue.  I wonder how many of these 91 people who answered this question were listed with a Realtor.

Should you be thinking of selling your L’Ambiance home and would like a candid assessment of what it would take to sell your home in today’s market, I would be happy to help. Feel free to give me a call at 239-594-2780 or E-mail me at Lynn@NaplesBuys.com

Looking for a home in our community? Search here, once at the search page, you can search by development, save your search and I will send you out new listings to you daily.

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