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With over 1,000 homes sold and $475M+ in closed transactions, Lisa Gottesman is Gateway's top-selling agent per Homes.com and a 5-time ICON Agent with eXp Realty. Based in Fort Myers, she specializes in Gateway communities and the Treeline & Corkscrew corridor and serves Lee and Collier counties, building her reputation on excellence, integrity, and results.
Known as the agent who takes on the toughest listings, Lisa specializes in transforming expired or overlooked homes into success stories through her signature Certified Move-In Ready marketing program. By combining expert staging, professional photography, drone/video tours, and aggressive digital marketing, she delivers higher prices, faster closings, and standout visibility in today's competitive market.
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11141 Lakeland Circle ✦ Silverlakes at Gateway
11141 Lakeland Circle sat unsold for 302 days with another agent. We added a new roof, fresh paint and staging through Pay at Close, relaunched it, and had it under contract in 19 days. It closed at $495,000, well above its prior $465,000 list price.

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Southwest Florida offers a variety of gated communities with different lifestyles and amenities. Popular options include WildBlue, Timber Creek, Hampton Park, The Club at Gateway, Pelican Preserve, and The Plantation in Fort Myers, along with Sandoval, Entrada, and Coral Lakes in Cape Coral. The best community depends on your budget, preferred location, home style, and lifestyle goals.
With more than 20 years of Southwest Florida real estate experience and over 1,000 homes sold, Lisa Gottesman provides the local market knowledge buyers and sellers need to make informed decisions. As a top Fort Myers and Cape Coral real estate agent, she offers insight into neighborhoods, pricing trends, community amenities, school options, and market conditions throughout the region.
Cape Coral remains one of Southwest Florida's most popular real estate markets due to its extensive canal system, diverse housing inventory, waterfront lifestyle, and growing selection of shopping, dining, and recreational amenities. Buyers can choose from canal homes, golf properties, new construction neighborhoods, and family-friendly communities throughout the city.
Home prices in Fort Myers range from condominiums and villas that may be available in the low $200,000s to luxury waterfront and golf course estates valued at more than $1 million. Pricing varies significantly by neighborhood, property type, location, and community amenities. For current market trends and community-specific pricing, contact Lisa Gottesman, Fort Myers and Cape Coral Real Estate Agent.
Fort Myers is home to several well-known golf communities, including The Club at Gateway, The Plantation, Pelican Preserve, Verandah, Colonial Country Club, and Legends Golf & Country Club. Communities vary in membership requirements, amenities, home styles, and price points.
Whether you're buying in Fort Myers or Cape Coral, it's important to review HOA fees, insurance considerations, flood zone information, rental restrictions, community rules, and future development plans. Understanding these factors early can help you make a more informed purchasing decision and avoid unexpected costs.
Lisa Gottesman specializes in many of Southwest Florida's most sought-after communities throughout Fort Myers and Cape Coral, including Gateway, WildBlue, Timber Creek, Hampton Park, The Club at Gateway, Sandoval, and surrounding neighborhoods. Whether you're searching for a waterfront home, golf property, gated community, or new construction residence, Lisa provides local expertise and personalized guidance throughout your real estate journey
Lisa Gottesman combines more than 20 years of Southwest Florida real estate experience with a proven marketing strategy designed to maximize exposure and attract qualified buyers. From pricing guidance and property preparation to professional marketing, negotiations, and closing support, She helps sellers navigate every step of the process with confidence.