The Naples Press: Naples home sales rise despite national buyer demand slump

Naples real estate defies national trends with rising sales despite high interest rates and economic uncertainty, fueled by cash buyers and...

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Article: "Naples home sales rise despite national buyer demand slump"

Publication: The Naples Press

Date: Aug 07, 2026

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The estate featured at 3430 Gin Lane in Port Royal closed for $17M in June.

Photo courtesy Nick Shirghio Photography

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Realtor Richard Prebish's sale of 3525 Charles Drive in Port Royal is pending at $28M.

Photo courtesy Nick Shirghio Photography

“Younger generations and the tech sector have geographic freedom,” Prebish said.

“They no longer have to choose career success in a big city over a desirable location.

This has expedited a move for people who were considering Naples. People comment on how safe, quiet and private Naples is. They’re coming here for the quality of life.” Prebish and his business partner have handled closing and pending sales totaling more than $235 million in transactions since early May alone, half of them unlisted homes.

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Thomas Campbell and Richard Prebish of Campbell and Prebish William Raveis in Naples, FL are proud to cited about trends in the luxury real estate market here in Naples, Florida most prestigious communities including Port Royal, Aqualane Shores, Old Naples and Naples Beachfront homes.