A waterfront estate at 1829 South Inlet Drive on Marco Island recently sold for $11,900,000, marking the highest sale on Marco Island this year and the fourth-highest sale ever recorded on Marco.
“This sale reflects the continued demand we are seeing at the top of the market on Marco Island,” said Jim and Nikki Prange, global real estate advisors with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, who represented the seller.
“Well-positioned waterfront properties continue to attract buyers, and with limited inventory available, we are seeing strong activity and pricing at this level.”
Located within the Estates section of Marco Island, the residence was built in 2020 and spans more than 7,200 square feet of air-conditioned living space. It features six bedrooms, eight-and-a-half baths, a private study and a theater room, with “expansive living areas oriented toward panoramic views of Caxambas Pass and the Gulf of Mexico.”
The property sits on a one-half acre with 125 feet of direct waterfront.
Greater Naples Chamber recognizes National Tourism Week
The Greater Naples Chamber recently announced a Tourism Week Celebration Lunch from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 5, at The Ritz-Carlton Naples Tiburon, 2600 Tiburon Drive. The event is hosted by Greater Naples Chamber, Naples Marco Island Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau, Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association, Visit Florida and Skal International.
“The Tourism Week Celebration Lunch is a powerful reminder of the vital role our hospitality and tourism industry plays in shaping Collier County’s economy and quality of life,” said Kristina Park, president and CEO of the Greater Naples Chamber. “Tourism fuels our local businesses, supports thousands of jobs and helps define the exceptional experience that makes our region a world-class destination. This event brings our community together to recognize that impact and celebrate the people and partnerships behind our continued success.”
The event is designed to bring together Southwest Florida’s hospitality and tourism professionals and offers a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders, build meaningful partnerships, and celebrate the people and businesses that make our region a world-class destination.
Sanibel Captiva Chamber of Commerce, Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce and Marco Island Chamber of Commerce are the community partners for the Tourism Week Celebration Lunch.
For more information, email Jay Grant-Wright, jay@napleschamber.org.
Tickets for Tourism Week Celebration Lunch are now available for purchase. Tickets for the event are $50 per person. Online registration closes at noon, Monday, May 4. There will be a mandatory valet on site for an additional $11, not included in ticket price.
Learn more at napleschamber.org.
Registration open for Literacy Collier’s Golf Scramble
Literacy Collier’s 6th Annual Golf Scramble is slated for Friday, May 8, at The Rookery at Marco, 3433 Club Center Blvd., Naples. Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m.
Event registration includes a full buffet lunch, prizes, silent auction, and raffle. Individual golfers are $200, with foursomes at $800.
To become a sponsor or to register for the event, visit tee2greengolfservices.com/lvcc or call 239-450-7087 or 239-877-1544.
The annual golf scramble benefits Literacy Collier’s programs and mission to create opportunities for children, families, and workplaces through improved literacy.
Youth Haven awarded $500,000 grant
Youth Haven is honored to announce it has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the Naples Children Foundation during its annual grant ceremony held in March.
“Through NCF’s investment in Youth Haven, we are not just funding programs; we are restoring stability, dignity and hope for children and teens in our community,” said Maria Jimenez-Lara, chief executive officer of the Naples Children Foundation. “We are proud to support their work, helping ensure every young person who comes through their shelter has a future filled with possibility.”
As Collier County’s only emergency and residential shelter for children and teens ages 6 to 21, Youth Haven serves approximately 150 youth annually, providing more than 24,000 nights of care across its campus.
“At Youth Haven, we see every day how transformative consistent, trauma-informed care can be for children who have experienced unimaginable hardship,” said Linda Goldfield, chief executive officer of Youth Haven. “We are deeply grateful to the Naples Children Foundation for this generous investment, which allows us to continue providing the critical services, compassionate care and stability our youth need to heal, grow and succeed.”
Learn more at youthhavenswfl.org.
$570,000 supports families battling cancer
Sporting For A Cure raised over $570,000 during its sold-out March 28 event at The Club at Olde Cypress, advancing Amber’s Antibodies’ mission to support Southwest Florida families battling cancer and fund research.
The 17th annual Sporting For A Cure brought together 224 attendees for a high-energy, tailgate-style evening focused on philanthropy and community connection. Guests dressed in jeans and jerseys filled the The Club at Olde Cypress, participating in a silent auction, live auction, and shared dining experience that underscored the organization’s grassroots spirit and growing regional impact.
The event highlighted the tangible outcomes of Amber’s Antibodies’ Financial Support Initiative (FSI), which provides direct financial assistance to families navigating the high costs of cancer care. Since its founding, the organization has delivered more than $1.7 million to over 1,200 local families and contributed more than $230,000 to cancer research efforts.
“Amber’s Antibodies helped cover the cost of a new cancer trial that ultimately stopped my tumor from growing and saved my life,” said Zeke Newberry. “That support gave me access to an opportunity I otherwise would not have had.”
For more information, to donate, or to get involved, visit ambersantibodies.com.
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This article originally appeared on Marco Eagle: Now You Know: Highest home sale this year; National Tourism Week celebration
Reporting by Will Watts, Special to the Eagle / Marco Eagle
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