Why Villas Are The Perfect Move From Condo Or Estate Home In Pelican Bay

Lifestyle intro

You might be in a tower looking down at the Gulf, dreaming of a private pool and a dog in the yard. Or you might be in a big estate home, realizing that you use half your rooms and spend weekends managing maintenance. Villas are often the perfect next step in both directions.

Big-Picture Appeal

• For condo owners: more privacy, your own pool and a garage with similar interior square footage

• For estate homeowners: a right sized property with less maintenance and lower carrying costs

• For both: full access to Pelican Bay amenities and a neighborhood feel

How The Transition Works

• From condo to villa

  • You gain ground level living, outdoor space and an attached garage.

  • You trade a direct Gulf view for more privacy and personal space.

• From estate home to villa

  • You simplify yard and home maintenance without losing your pool or garage.

  • You reduce carrying costs and free up both time and capital.

Who It’s Perfect For

• Long time Pelican Bay owners ready for a new chapter without leaving the neighborhood

• Seasonal residents who want something easier to maintain but still luxurious

• People who want to keep bikes, paddleboards and beach gear handy in a garage

Smart Seller Notes

• If you already own a villa and are ready for another move, your home is often exactly what these transition buyers are searching for.

• Properly marketing your villa as the “perfect next step” can attract both condo and estate home owners, expanding your buyer pool.

FAQ

Do many buyers move from condos into villas?
Yes. Once they understand the tradeoff between view and lifestyle, many find villas to be the ideal fit.

Will I miss my view if I leave a tower?
Only you can answer that, but many people find that the tradeoff of privacy, outdoor space and a garage feels worth it.

Are villas really easier than estate homes?
In most cases, yes. Smaller lots and more compact footprints mean less to maintain while still enjoying a private home.

Can I buy a villa first then sell my current place?
Sometimes. I regularly help clients strategize timing and financing to make transitions as smooth as possible.

Is a villa a good long term hold?
Well located, well maintained villas in Pelican Bay have historically been very desirable, especially as lifestyles trend toward lock and leave living.

Strong Call To Action

If you are thinking about moving from a condo or estate home into a villa, or if you already own a villa and are curious what today’s buyers might pay, I would love to help.

Call or text Pelican Bay villa specialist Melinda Gunther with Premier Sotheby's International Realty at 239-297-2155 to explore your options and plan your next move.