John R. Wood Properties
When John R. Wood Realtors opened their doors in 1958, Naples was a sleepy fishing village with a few thousand residents. Marco Island, Bonita Springs, and Estero, were sparsely settled outlying areas. Home sites in Port Royal could be purchased for as little as $7,500. In 1960, the direct hit of Hurricane Donna helped create a boom as insurance money and new buyers poured into the area. Along with the town, John R. Wood Realtors began climbing their path of success. The early 60’s saw new subdivisions popping up at the “northern edge” of town, such as Coquina Sands and The Moorings. The Quonset Hut Theater on Third Street and the drive-in on U.S. 41 were the only movie selections. The Rexall Drugstore on 5th Avenue South had the classic soda fountain and luncheonette, and the Swamp Buggy parade in late October was the major event of the year. In the 70’s and 80’s, Southwest Florida continued to grow with Park Shore breaking ground, followed by other communities that included Pelican Bay, Bonita Bay, and Pelican Landing. However, the most significant growth period would be prompted by the completion of I-75 and the new airport in Ft. Myers. The area also became known as the golf capital of the world and consistently recognized as a highly desirable destination. For over 55 years, John R. Wood Realtors has continued to thrive, and has been recognized for being #1 in the nation for sales per agent, a testimonial to the quality of the team. The company is now one of the largest real estate brokerages in Florida, with strategically located offices serving the entire Southwest Florida region.
Real Estate Specialization
| Residential Income |
Investment Type
| Acquisition/Fee Simple |
Phillip Wood
- (239) 659-6300
Edgar Davis
Christy Ruschel
- +1 239 450 4977
- cruschel@johnrwood.com
Anita Colletti
- +1 239 250 0700
- acolletti@johnrwood.com
Keri Huber
- +1 239 280 6372
- khuber@johnrwood.com
Patrick Dearborn
- +1 239 877 4340
- pdearborn@johnrwood.com
Oscar Velez
- +1 239 571 1027
- ovelez@johnrwood.com