"We were very happy with our experience with the Horn/Backus team. Steve Horn provided us with suggestions based on his years of experience, and our sale went smoothly from start to finish. We were especially impressed with Steve’s availability - he always answered the phone or replied to messages extremely promptly. Definitely recommend."
"We have been working with Steve and Greg for the better part of seven years. We have been able to count on them for their knowledge of the West Bay realestate market in Estero Fl.
Steve has successfully negotiated two sales for us . The most recent, Indigo, in West Bay. We highly recommend them for your realestate needs."
"We have been working with Steve and Greg for the better part of seven years. We have been able to count on them for their knowledge of the real estate market in Estero, FL.
Steve has successfully negotiated two sales for us. The most recent was Indigo in Estero. We highly recommend them for your real estate needs."
Jerome O.
Buyer & Seller
"Without a doubt, Greg and Steve were the best real estate team I’ve ever worked with. They were consistently responsive, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented from start to finish. As an out-of-town buyer in SWFL, I needed a team I could trust—and they handled everything seamlessly. They answered questions quickly, provided excellent local resources, … Read MoreRead Less
Kathy and David G.
Bonita/Estero Buyers
"We worked with Greg Backus and Steve Horn of West Bay Realty when we bought our house in Estero. They helped us through every step of the process, and answered our texts and phone calls within minutes. They have an extensive network of handymen, electricians, plumbers, roofers, etc., they can call on at anytime, for any issue that comes up.
We co… Read MoreRead Less
"We worked with Greg Backus and Steve Horn of when we bought our house in Estero. They helped us through every step of the process, and answered our texts and phone calls within minutes. They have an extensive network of handymen, electricians, plumbers, roofers, etc., they can call on at anytime, for any issue that comes up.
We could not have aske… Read MoreRead Less
John H.
"Steve, Greg and the entire Horn Backus Team are true professionals. Over the past 5 years they have represented us in two purchases and one sale. Each transaction, from negotiations to closing, went very smoothly. Steve and Greg hold a wealth of knowledge and experience of all facets of the SWF residential market. They are generous with their resou… Read MoreRead Less
Mark M.
"We have purchased two houses and sold one with Steve and Greg in the last three years. The experience we’ve had with the Horn and Backus team has always been an easy and smooth transition before, during and after the sale. We have been able to depend on them for help after the sales for recommendations and information on contractors, service provid… Read MoreRead Less
Stacey L
"We have purchased two houses and sold one with Steve and Greg in the last three years. The experience we’ve had with the Horn and Backus team has always been an easy and smooth transition before, during and after the sale. We have been able to depend on them for help after the sales for recommendations and information on contractors, service provi… Read MoreRead Less
"Steve, Greg and the entire Horn Backus Team are true professionals. Over the past 5 years they have represented us in two purchases and one sale. Each transaction, from negotiations to closing, went very smoothly. Steve and Greg hold a wealth of knowledge and experience of all facets of the SWF residential market. They are generous with their r… Read MoreRead Less
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Looking for a lock-and-leave lifestyle in Southwest Florida? These low-maintenance communities are ideal for seasonal homeowners who want to enjoy time away without the worries of maintaining a traditional home.
Here are four communities to explore:
📍 Kalea Bay | Naples
Luxury high-rise condominiums with expansive Gu…
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Spectacular 11th-floor, fully furnished condo with stunning views, resort-style amenities, and the Southwest Florida lifestyle you’ve been looking for.
Now available in Estero, this beautifully furnished 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo offers 1,766 square feet of coastal living, a private elevator entry, and a spacious lanai …
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The Island at West Bay Club has reached a major construction milestone!
Today, October 30, the project celebrated its topping-off milestone, with the building’s final floor now topped off. Interior finishing work is also progressing, bringing the details of these 86 residences into focus as construction continues alon…
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A look back at Monday’s 2026 Hamlin Cup at West Bay Club! We enjoyed capturing highlights from the day, taking in the beautiful views throughout the community, and sharing a glimpse of the Southwest Florida lifestyle.
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office: 239.948.9009
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.28…
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Looking for things to do around Southwest Florida this November? Save this list. 🌴✨
November is when Southwest Florida really starts coming alive for the season.
From Fort Myers Beach to Naples, the calendar is filling up with local festivals, live music, food events, art shows, car shows and holiday celebrations. Th…
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Congratulations to our buyers and sellers! We are happy to have helped bring both sides together on this Bonita Springs home.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or exploring your options in Southwest Florida, we’re here to help you find the right home and navigate the process along the way.
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The Horn & Backus Team was proud to participate in and sponsor the 2026 Hamlin Cup, West Bay Club’s annual employee fundraiser!
This special tradition supports the West Bay Employee Council Fund, helping provide scholarships, employee appreciation events, awards, and assistance during times of hardship for the employe…
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The right home is important, but the lifestyle that comes with it can make all the difference.
In Southwest Florida, a private beach club with full-service amenities is a rare luxury, especially when paired with pickleball, resort-style pools, an active social scene, and more amenities.
We enjoyed the private Beach …
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Brunch at the Café on 5th Avenue! ☕️🥐
With cooler weather finally making its way to Naples, there’s no better time to enjoy outdoor dining! The Café on 5th Avenue is the perfect spot to grab a delicious brunch and enjoy the charm of Downtown Naples.
Good food, beautiful weather, and a morning on 5th Avenue! 🌴☀️
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Help us wish Lexi a very happy birthday! 🥳 Hope you have the best birthday, Lexi!
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An afternoon well spent along the Gordon River Greenway! 🌿🐾
One of our favorite ways to enjoy the outdoors in Naples! The Gordon River Greenway offers 2.5 miles of scenic trails and boardwalks, stretching from Golden Gate Parkway toward downtown Naples, with a connection to Baker Park.
Along the way, enjoy beautiful …
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Florida’s proposed property tax changes could be an important consideration for anyone planning a move to Southwest Florida. With new homestead exemption rules potentially on the horizon, understanding the timeline and how it could affect you is worth keeping in mind as you plan your next move.
Our team is here to hel…
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Looking for a lock-and-leave lifestyle in Southwest Florida? These low-maintenance communities are ideal for seasonal homeowners who want to enjoy time away without the worries of maintaining a traditional home.
Here are four communities to explore:
📍 Kalea Bay | Naples
Luxury high-rise condominiums with expansive Gulf views, rooftop pools and lounges, on-site dining, a wellness center, tennis, pickleball, and 24-hour manned security.
📍 The Colony at Pelican Landing | Bonita Springs
A gated community featuring luxury high-rise condos and other residences, with concierge services, secure parking, a private beach park, waterfront dining, tennis, and pickleball.
📍 Jasmine Bay at West Bay Club | Estero
Two luxury 21-story condominium towers with staffed lobbies, a fitness center, infinity-edge pool, club room, and guest suites. Residents also enjoy access to West Bay Club’s private Beach Club, tennis, pickleball, and boating.
📍 Miromar Lakes | Southwest Florida
A gated waterfront community offering luxury condos, villas, and estate homes surrounding a 700-acre freshwater lake. Amenities include a private white-sand beach, boating, golf, tennis, pickleball, dining, and concierge services to help coordinate home care while you’re away.
Explore more communities at HornBackus.com.
Want our monthly community feature email? Comment below or DM us to join! Each month, we highlight Southwest Florida communities and lifestyles.
Have questions? Reach out to the Horn & Backus Team. We’re here to help you explore communities and homes that fit your lifestyle!
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office: 239.319.5758
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.285.4450
#SouthwestFloridaRealEstate #LockAndLeave #NaplesRealEstate #BonitaSpringsRealEstate #EsteroRealEstate
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Spectacular 11th-floor, fully furnished condo with stunning views, resort-style amenities, and the Southwest Florida lifestyle you’ve been looking for.
Now available in Estero, this beautifully furnished 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo offers 1,766 square feet of coastal living, a private elevator entry, and a spacious lanai with sweeping western views and breathtaking Gulf sunsets.
And the lifestyle extends well beyond your front door. Enjoy West Bay Club’s exceptional amenities, including a private Beach Club, resort-style pools, tennis, pickleball, fitness facilities, and more.
Optional memberships are available for the private 18-hole championship golf course designed by Pete and P.B. Dye, along with its clubhouse amenities.
Whether you’re searching for a seasonal escape or a full-time residence, this move-in-ready condo is ready to welcome you home.
📍 4751 West Bay Blvd #1102, Estero, FL
Interested in making it yours? Contact the Horn & Backus Team for more information or to schedule a private showing!
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office: 239.948.9009
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.285.4450
#EsteroRealEstate #SouthwestFloridaRealEstate #WestBayClub #LuxuryCondos FloridaRealEstate
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The Island at West Bay Club has reached a major construction milestone!
Today, October 30, the project celebrated its topping-off milestone, with the building’s final floor now topped off. Interior finishing work is also progressing, bringing the details of these 86 residences into focus as construction continues along Estero Bay.
With 17 residences sold, developer incentives still available, and golf membership opportunities offering a chance to start enjoying the course right away (subject to availability and membership terms), there are exciting opportunities for buyers to explore.
Contact the Horn & Backus Team to schedule a private hard-hat construction tour, visit the sales gallery and learn more about available residences.
Follow along for future construction updates!
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Office 239.948.9009
Steve Horn 239.860.4676
Greg Backus 239.285.4450
#WestBayClub #Estero #EsteroFL
#TheIslandatWestBayClub #SouthwestFlorida
WOW looks nice!
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A look back at Monday’s 2026 Hamlin Cup at West Bay Club! We enjoyed capturing highlights from the day, taking in the beautiful views throughout the community, and sharing a glimpse of the Southwest Florida lifestyle.
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office: 239.948.9009
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.285.4450
#Estero #WestBayClub #EsteroFL #SouthwestFlorida #EsteroRealEstate
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Looking for things to do around Southwest Florida this November? Save this list. 🌴✨
November is when Southwest Florida really starts coming alive for the season.
From Fort Myers Beach to Naples, the calendar is filling up with local festivals, live music, food events, art shows, car shows and holiday celebrations. There’s the American Sand Sculpting Championship, Florida International Air Show, Florida Panther Festival, Fort Myers Boat Show, Taste of Mercato, Night Lights in the Garden and plenty more happening throughout the month.
A little music. A little local flavor. Plenty of outdoor events. And the start of the holiday season, all without the winter weather. ☀️
One of the best parts of this time of year is having so much to explore throughout Southwest Florida. You can spend one weekend browsing a local market, the next enjoying a festival by the water, and another taking in the holiday lights.
There’s always something new to discover, whether you’re in Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers.
Event details may change. Please confirm dates, times, tickets and availability directly with each event organizer.
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office: 239.319.5758
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.285.4450
#SWFL #SouthwestFlorida #BonitaSprings #FortMyers #Naples
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Congratulations to our buyers and sellers! We are happy to have helped bring both sides together on this Bonita Springs home.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or exploring your options in Southwest Florida, we’re here to help you find the right home and navigate the process along the way.
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office: 239.319.5758
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.285.4450
#BonitaSpringsRealEstate #EsteroRealEstate #SouthwestFloridaRealEstate #SWFL #JustSold
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The Horn & Backus Team was proud to participate in and sponsor the 2026 Hamlin Cup, West Bay Club’s annual employee fundraiser!
This special tradition supports the West Bay Employee Council Fund, helping provide scholarships, employee appreciation events, awards, and assistance during times of hardship for the employees who make West Bay such a special community.
As the top-selling real estate team in Estero and West Bay Club, we’re proud to support the community we serve and the people who make it exceptional.
Here are a few highlights from this year’s event!
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office: 239.948.9009
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.285.4450
#Estero #WestBayClub #EsteroFL #esterorealestate #southwestflorida
Giving the @rydercupusa team a run for their money!
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The right home is important, but the lifestyle that comes with it can make all the difference.
In Southwest Florida, a private beach club with full-service amenities is a rare luxury, especially when paired with pickleball, resort-style pools, an active social scene, and more amenities.
We enjoyed the private Beach Club at West Bay Club in Bonita Springs, a great example of the exclusive lifestyle some communities offer. From private beach access with chair and towel service to waterfront dining and a full-service restaurant and bar, these amenities can take everyday living to another level.
Not every community offers this level of exclusivity, and finding the right combination of home, amenities, and lifestyle matters.
The Horn & Backus Team can help you explore Southwest Florida’s communities and find the one that fits the way you want to live.
Visit HornBackus.com to explore communities by lifestyle and discover what makes each one unique.
Horn & Backus Team
HornBackus.com
Office: 239.319.5758
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.285.4450
#SouthwestFloridaRealEstate #EsteroRealEstate #FloridaLifestyle #LuxuryRealEstate
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Brunch at the Café on 5th Avenue! ☕️🥐
With cooler weather finally making its way to Naples, there’s no better time to enjoy outdoor dining! The Café on 5th Avenue is the perfect spot to grab a delicious brunch and enjoy the charm of Downtown Naples.
Good food, beautiful weather, and a morning on 5th Avenue! 🌴☀️
📍 821 Fifth Ave S, Naples, FL 34102
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office: 239.319.5758
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.285.4450
#downtownnaples #swfl #naples #naplesfood #swflrealestate
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Help us wish Lexi a very happy birthday! 🥳 Hope you have the best birthday, Lexi!
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An afternoon well spent along the Gordon River Greenway! 🌿🐾
One of our favorite ways to enjoy the outdoors in Naples! The Gordon River Greenway offers 2.5 miles of scenic trails and boardwalks, stretching from Golden Gate Parkway toward downtown Naples, with a connection to Baker Park.
Along the way, enjoy beautiful views of the Gordon River, winding paths through mangroves and native vegetation, peaceful boardwalks, and plenty of opportunities to spot local wildlife.
We ended our afternoon at Baker Park with some family time, a game of frisbee, and plenty of room for our four-legged friend to enjoy the outdoors! ☀️
Just one of the many reasons we love calling Naples home!
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office: 239.319.5758
Steve Horn: 239.860.4676
Greg Backus: 239.285.4450
#NaplesFlorida #NaplesLifestyle #ExploreNaples #swfl #swflrealestate
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Florida’s proposed property tax changes could be an important consideration for anyone planning a move to Southwest Florida. With new homestead exemption rules potentially on the horizon, understanding the timeline and how it could affect you is worth keeping in mind as you plan your next move.
Our team is here to help you navigate the Southwest Florida real estate market and make informed decisions along the way.
Horn & Backus Team | HornBackus.com
Office 239.319.5758
Steve Horn 239.860.4676
Greg Backus 239.285.4450
#SouthwestFloridaRealEstate #FloridaPropertyTaxes #FloridaHomes #NaplesRealEstate #BonitaSpringsRealEstate