Boroughs & Burbs, the National Real Estate Conversation

Watch on YouTube: Paradise Coast, Naples, Florida | Ep. 118
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In this season finale, John Engel and Roberto Cabrera bring you into the heart of Southwest Florida to explore Naples and the Paradise Coast. They’re joined by East Coast powerhouse John O’Neill from Douglas Elliman and seasoned real estate attorney Bradley Bryant to unpack what makes this region one of the most compelling luxury markets in the country.

Episode Highlights (from the transcript & fact sheet)

1. Naples’s Reinvention
   From sleepy retirement retreat to a year-round luxury destination, Naples has undergone a significant transformation in lifestyle, demographics, and market appeal.

2. Luxury Market Trends
   John O’Neill breaks down how demand surged post-Covid, keeping inventory tight and driving premium prices, particularly for waterfront estates and resort-style communities.

3. Lifestyle & Locale
   The conversation turns to Naples’ abundant lifestyle: golf courses, yacht clubs, cultural institutions, and the “Paradise Coast” mystique that extends through Sanibel, Captiva, and Fort Myers—all within easy reach.

4. Infrastructure & Accessibility
   Bradley highlights how Naples benefits from regional airports and well-connected road networks, important for both seasonal residents and second-home buyers.

5. Forward Look: Climate & Resilience
   The panel rounds out with a sober discussion on climate challenges, resilience planning, and how Florida’s political landscape shapes investor confidence.

Links & Social

• John O’Neill (Douglas Elliman) – Profile • Instagram: @johnfoneill3 • Email: john.oneill@elliman.com

• Bradley Bryant (Bryant Title) – Website • LinkedIn: Bradley Bryant • Email: Bradley.Bryant@btflorida.com

• Hosts:

  • John Engel – IG: @jengel199 • LinkedIn: John Engel

  • Roberto Cabrera – IG: @rcabrera1 • LinkedIn: Roberto Cabrera

Related 

• Darien, New Canaan & Westport: Market Insights | Ep. 34 – A roundtable with local experts on Fairfield County’s premier towns.

• Unlocking the Mysteries of Westport, CT | Ep. 96 – Culture, coastal values, and market fundamentals in Westport.

• Boca Raton New Development | Ep. 184 – South Florida luxury pipeline trends and amenity drivers.

• Uninsurable Florida | Ep. 92 – Climate risk, insurance challenges, and market strain in Florida coastal areas.

• Naples Florida Trends | Ep. 118 – That’s this episode—highlighting coastal luxury, resilience, and lifestyle.

Keywords:
#Naples #ParadiseCoast #LuxuryRealEstate #DouglasElliman #BryantTitle #SouthwestFlorida #ClimateResilience #SecondHomes #NaplesLifestyle #boroughsandburbs