Welcome

Caloosa Trace was platted in the early ‘90’s and the last homes were built by 2005. They range in size from just under 1,600 sq.ft. to just under 3,000 sq.ft. Thanks to the very inexpensive Home Owners Association (dues currently $200/year) and caring homeowners, the neighborhood is well kept. Homes are primarily occupied by the homeowners themselves with only a few homes being used as rental property. Home values in this depressed market range from $200K -$350K – 30% or so down from their peak. At this level the values are very good.

The neighborhood has a great location near the intersection of Interstate 75 and Alico Road – exit 128. It consists of well-kept homes, friendly neighbors, and low traffic. Families walk with their dogs and their babies in strollers down the middle of the street because very few cars pass by. The neighborhood is a quiet, family oriented community.

Things to do

Being centrally located in South Fort Myers near Interstate 75 means that whatever you want to do you isn’t far away. Golf courses are close and the Florida Gulf Coast University is just on the other side of the freeway. Need to get to Naples or Fort Myers proper? The quick access to the freeway makes it quick and easy. The International Airport is only 10 minutes away. When visitors come, just have them call when they get to baggage and you’ll be there by the time they have their bags – no waiting in car lines at the terminal or going round and round waiting to see your friends. The beaches, Cape Coral

Great Food & Shopping is Close By

The huge Gulf Coast Town Center is just a couple of minutes away with its extensive shopping, restaurants, theaters, Costco, SuperTarget, and much more. I’ve lost count on all the businesses there. Coconut Point Center is about 10 minutes away. If there’s something that you can’t find at the Gulf Coast Town Center you can find it at Coconut Point. Ever get Chinese food to go? Usually, it’s not great, just there. I order from P.F. Chang’s, which is in the GC Town Center – it takes a couple of minutes to get there and it’s really good food. Blu Sushi, Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba’s Italian food, Bar Louie, and a many more very good restaurants are located there. Coconut Point, about 10 minutes away, has a still more. You won’t go hungry and you don’t have to travel far. Both centers often have outdoor music and other events.

Neighbors

We have a diverse neighborhood with everyone from executives to contractors to firemen to retirees. We even have a professional tournament fisherman. People are supportive and friendly. I moved in just in time for Hurricane Charlie so the neighbors shared ice and generators. We were lucky as we had very little damage – mostly blown over plants and a few shingles blown off – mostly due to the fact that we’re far enough inland which helps dissipate the winds.

Section 1:

Demographics

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1.1

Historical Profile

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1.2

Age and Gender

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1.3

Population by Age Group

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1.4

Race and Ethnicity

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1.5

Components of Population Change

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1.6

Population Growth by Metropolitan Area

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1.7

Household Characteristics

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Section 2:

Labor Force and Income

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2.1

Labor Force and Employment

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2.2

Unemployment

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2.3

Employment by Industry

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2.4

Projected Employment by Industry

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2.5

Projected Employment by Occupation

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2.6

Median Income

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2.7

Per Capita Income

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2.8

Average Annual Employment/Wages

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2.9

Occupational Employment and Wages

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2.10

Lee County Companies

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Section 3:

Economic Factors

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3.1

Taxable Sales

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3.2

County to County Worker Flows

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3.3

Annual Visitor Trends

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3.4

Florida County Retail Price and Wage Indices

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3.5

Consumer Price Index (CPI-U)

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3.6

Banking Deposits

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3.7

Southwest Florida International Airport & Page Field Activities

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Section 4:

Education

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4.1

Higher Education Institutions Enrollment

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4.2

Lee County Public Schools Statistics

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4.3

Lee County Public Schools Grades

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4.4

SAT and ACT Results

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4.5

Educational Attainment

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Section 5:

Residential and Commercial Development

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5.1

Real Property Tax Rates

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5.2

Residential and Commercial Development

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5.3

Housing Unit Inventory/Vacancy Rates

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5.4

Commercial Lease Market

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5.5

Occupancy Characteristics

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