Schulz Realty LLC • Naples, Florida

David Schulz, Naples Real Estate Broker & Owner of Schulz Realty

David Schulz
Broker-Owner, Schulz Realty LLC

Schulz Realty LLC is an independent Naples real estate brokerage led by David Schulz, Broker-Owner. David provides direct buyer and seller representation throughout Naples, Marco Island, Bonita Springs and surrounding Southwest Florida communities.

His real estate practice focuses on markets where detailed local knowledge matters: luxury homes, waterfront and boating properties, private and bundled golf communities, luxury condominiums, beachfront residences, gated non-golf communities, new construction and seasonal or second-home ownership.

Clients work directly with David throughout the transaction rather than being transferred between departments. Property research, showings, comparable sales analysis, negotiations, inspection coordination and transaction details remain connected to the same broker from the initial consultation through closing.

Independent Naples Brokerage • Direct Broker Representation • Luxury & Resort Real Estate • Buyer & Seller Services • Naples & Marco Island Market Knowledge

About David Schulz & Schulz Realty

David has worked in real estate since 2007 and has served as Broker and Owner of Schulz Realty since the brokerage was established in Naples in 2015. His professional background also includes business ownership, investment property management, residential construction knowledge and professional real estate inspection training.

That combination creates a practical approach to buying and selling property. A beautiful kitchen or attractive view may be important, but so are roof condition, windows and doors, plumbing, HVAC, storm protection, insurance considerations, association obligations, construction quality, renovation history and long-term ownership costs.

Brokerage Schulz Realty LLC, independent Naples real estate brokerage

Broker-Owner David Schulz

Primary Markets Naples, Marco Island, Bonita Springs and Southwest Florida

Representation Residential buyer representation and full-service seller representation

Property Focus Luxury, waterfront, golf, condominium, gated and new construction real estate

Client Experience Direct broker communication from property search or listing preparation through closing

Direct Representation From Search or Listing to Closing

Schulz Realty is intentionally structured around personal broker involvement. David remains directly engaged with the details of the transaction, allowing market research, property condition, negotiation strategy and the client’s priorities to remain connected throughout the process.

For buyers, that may mean narrowing dozens of communities to the few that truly match the desired lifestyle, understanding club or association obligations before an offer is written, or identifying property-condition issues that deserve closer investigation.

For sellers, it means analyzing the correct competitive market, identifying the permanent features that influence value, preparing the property for market, managing showings and feedback, evaluating offers and maintaining continuity through contract and closing.

The goal is not simply to locate a property or place a listing in the MLS. The goal is to understand the property, the community, the competing market and the ownership considerations well enough to make informed real estate decisions.

Professional Real Estate Training & Designations

David has completed specialized training in buyer representation, luxury home marketing, negotiation, resort real estate and second-home ownership.

Accredited Buyer’s Representative — ABR
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist — CLHMS
Guild Member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing
Certified Negotiation Expert — CNE
Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist — RSPS
Professional real estate inspection and property evaluation background

Naples & Marco Island Buyer Representation

Buying property in Southwest Florida often involves more than choosing a home. The community, association, club, waterfront position, condominium building, insurance considerations and intended use can be just as important as the residence itself.

Schulz Realty helps buyers organize those variables before and during the property search. Customized MLS searches can be narrowed by community, subdivision, property type, price, floor plan, pool, garage, waterfront, golf access, construction age and other priorities.

Community Selection

Compare golf, waterfront, beachfront, gated, condominium and new-construction communities by lifestyle and ownership structure.

Property Research

Review current listings, recent sales, competing inventory, market history and property-specific features.

Due Diligence

Consider inspections, permits, associations, insurance, flood factors, club requirements and major property systems.

Negotiation & Closing

Coordinate offer strategy, contract terms, inspections, association requirements and closing details.

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Selling Naples & Marco Island Real Estate

Property valuation becomes more useful as the comparable market becomes more specific. A waterfront estate should not be valued like an interior residence simply because the homes are geographically close, and a luxury condominium should not rely on a broad Naples condo average when relevant same-building sales are available.

Schulz Realty evaluates the neighborhood, subdivision or condominium building first, then compares the permanent characteristics that influence value: homesite, water or golf position, floor or stack, view, floor plan, living area, pool, garage, construction generation and major improvements.

Seller representation can include pricing analysis, property preparation guidance, MLS exposure, online marketing, showing coordination, buyer feedback, offer analysis, negotiation, contract management and closing coordination.

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Naples & Marco Island Real Estate Specialties

Southwest Florida contains highly specialized real estate markets. Each property type requires a different set of comparisons and due-diligence priorities.

Naples Luxury Homes

Custom estates, coastal residences, luxury gated homes and exceptional properties where architecture, privacy, homesite and construction quality matter.

Explore Naples Luxury Homes

Waterfront & Boating Homes

Gulf, bay and canal properties where frontage, docks, lifts, seawalls, water depth, bridges and boating routes can materially influence value.

Explore Naples Waterfront Homes

Golf & Country Club Communities

Private, bundled and resort golf communities where the residence and club membership should be evaluated separately before purchase.

Explore Naples Golf Communities

Luxury Condominiums

High-rise, mid-rise, beachfront, waterfront and boutique condominiums where building condition, reserves, insurance, assessments, floor and view are important.

Explore Naples Luxury Condos

Gated Non-Golf Communities

Gated neighborhoods offering resort amenities, lakes, preserves, pools, fitness, tennis and pickleball without golf defining the ownership experience.

Explore Naples Gated Communities

New Construction

Builder inventory, homes under construction, completed new residences and custom opportunities requiring homesite, builder, contract and inspection analysis.

Explore Naples New Construction

Naples Beachfront Condos

Gulf-front buildings where floor, stack, view, terrace, parking, storage, insurance, reserves and capital projects can materially affect ownership.

Explore Naples Beachfront Condos

Marco Island Real Estate

Island homes, waterfront properties and condominiums where boating access, beach location, building characteristics and seasonal ownership priorities may differ from Naples.

Explore Marco Island Homes

A Practical Approach to Property Evaluation

Property condition matters at every price point. David’s construction and inspection background provides an additional practical perspective when reviewing homes, villas and condominiums.

Buyers may need to consider roof age, impact windows and doors, hurricane shutters, HVAC equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, pools, lanais, drainage, seawalls, docks, renovations, permits and insurance eligibility. Condominium buyers also need to examine the condition and finances of the building or association rather than evaluating only the individual residence.

Property condition and market value are related, but they are not the same question. A well-renovated property can still carry significant future capital obligations, while an older interior may be located on an exceptional homesite or in a highly desirable building. Both sides of the comparison deserve attention.

Understanding Communities, Condominiums & Clubs

Two Southwest Florida properties with similar asking prices and square footage can have very different ownership costs. Association fees, reserve funding, insurance, club memberships, assessments, rental policies, pet restrictions and maintenance responsibilities can materially change the ownership experience.

Golf-community buyers should understand whether club membership is bundled, mandatory, optional, equity-based or otherwise structured. Condominium buyers should review budgets, reserves, insurance, engineering information, assessments and planned capital projects. Waterfront buyers should add docks, seawalls, water depth, bridge clearance and boating route to the analysis.

Seasonal, Second-Home & Relocation Buyers

Many Naples and Marco Island buyers begin their search while living outside Southwest Florida. A successful second-home or relocation search therefore benefits from clear communication, efficient property tours, targeted MLS alerts and careful coordination with inspectors, lenders, title companies, associations, insurance professionals and other local resources.

The RSPS designation complements David’s practical experience working with resort, seasonal and second-home property considerations.

Explore Agent4Naples Real Estate Resources

Use the Agent4Naples property and community guides to move from a broad Southwest Florida search into the developments, subdivisions and condominium buildings that best match your goals.

Work Directly With David Schulz

Whether you are searching for a Naples luxury home, comparing golf or waterfront communities, evaluating a condominium, considering Marco Island real estate or preparing a property for sale, Schulz Realty provides direct broker representation tailored to your priorities.

David Schulz, Broker-Owner
Schulz Realty LLC
(239) 682-5800

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Real estate availability, pricing, association fees, reserve funding, assessments, insurance requirements, flood information, club memberships, builder programs, boating characteristics, rental restrictions, pet policies and community amenities may change. Buyers and sellers should verify material property-specific information through current MLS records, governing documents, inspections, association or club information, public records, insurance professionals, title professionals and other appropriate qualified resources.

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Testimonials

Shawn P. McAllister

Schulz Realty, Naples, FL Home Buyer Testimonials” I have had the pleasure of knowing David since walking into an open house in Lely in 2011. His professionalism, knowledge, passion and follow up sets the bar. We spent countless days and weeks with David and Tracy driving around the entire Naples and Marco Island area until David found the exact community, builder, and development we wanted. We had changed our minds, budgets, timing, and locations several times and David always went the extra mile to accommodate our every need.

The newsletters, area updates and restaurant suggestions were right on and very much appreciated. Having owned a Sales & Marketing company with close to 100 employees, I know when I meet a genuine, caring and honest person. David does what he says he is going to do and has exceeded all expectations. We are closing on our newly built home in Treviso Bay and look forward to recommending friends and family to David for their real-estate needs as well.” — Shawn P McAllister

Todd Norris

“David did an excellent job in providing my wife and me a first-hand insight of the Naples area. We spent considerable time going through various communities in our price range, matched with our wants and desires. David exerted no pressure. He provided us with the plus and minus of each community that we visited. Working with David was a worthwhile experience which I would highly recommend.” — Todd Norris

John Wood

“My wife and I have bought and sold many homes in the past 30 yrs. And we have never known a real estate agent that has been more committed to his work than David Schulz. He listed a house for us 3yrs. Ago and had it sold in a few weeks. Since then we have purchased a beautiful home with him that we will be listing with him in October, and he found a new home that is being built for us, we will move in 2016. Besides his expertise, he's wonderful to work with.” — John Wood

Molly Hagen

Huge thank you to David & Tracy for the great service provided throughout the search, purchase and closing of our new home on Marco Island. They were always available day or night to answer any questions we had, big or small. Doing most the process from Minnesota was a bit unnerving at first but they made the process as smooth as could be. We highly recommend them to anyone looking at property in the Naples/Marco Island area.

Tom and Monica Morrison

Schulz Realty Naples, FL Home Buyer TestimonialsTom said — “We met David and had some interest in a home in the Naples area, but we really had no idea where we wanted to go. In one day, he showed up several properties and even stepped us back through several of the properties that we had looked at and liked, and we pretty much decided that this was just what we want. I was really impressed with the skill and ability to dig out of us what it is that we're looking for…”

Monica said — “… I like having a representative from Lely the subdivision here in addition to David because then we could ask questions of them and rely on David to fill in the gaps for us. I thought that was really helpful…”

Tom said — “… We signed a contract to buy and went back to Nebraska and didn't come back in until the house was ready to close. And so during that time David sent us weekly videos 5 to 7 minutes long showing us the progress. By the time the two or three months were up, why we were looking forward to that. If David missed it by a day, why, we would have to call him and say Dave, are you going to send us those videos?…

That was really good, and it was very helpful, and it kept us plugged in to the process. We appreciated the quality of construction, and we have to give David credit for introducing us to the folks from Lely. He did an excellent job in representing Stock well and sharing with us. If we had any questions we would call or email and David helped to make sure things were going well…” — Tom and Monica Morrison

Frank Mardh

“David and Tracy helped us find our home away from home. Trying to find your way through the real estate market is hard, especially since the process is so totally different from Sweden. During our search for a home, we got wonderful help from David and Tracy. They have a great knowledge of the Naples area and can guide you around different types of areas and resorts. Everywhere we went, we understood that David was highly appreciated. We ended up with building, and David and Tracy helped us through even that jungle –They are extremely patient and helpful with whatever you need. Apart from that they are also wonderful to socialize with. We were helped beyond our expectations, so we recommend them warmly” — Frank Mardh

Mary-Cay McConnell

“David was very responsive to our needs, even when we weren't exactly sure what they were. Through many changes in our plans, David was accommodating and did everything needed to get our transaction completed in a timely and efficient manner. His follow-up throughout the process was a welcome surprise. We have purchased many homes in the past and never had follow-up like we had from his team. I would highly recommend David to a friend.” — Mary-Cay McConnell

Jim Huber

“David was not only thorough, he made sure we were doing what we needed to do and when… they were there to answer questions for us and the mortgage company. We highly recommend him.” — Jim Huber

Verjean Streeter

“David was very instrumental in helping us locate our new winter home. We first looked at villas, which is where we met David at an open house, but then we said we wanted a single family home. David knew just where to take us, which is where he and Tracy assisted us in purchasing our home. Although not being there when the house was built, David continually kept us up to date with it by sending us photos of the new construction. We love our home and are very pleased with the whole process of purchasing it.” — Verjean Streeter

Jeff Wald

“We met David on a trip to Florida as we walked into an open house he was hosting. It was immediately clear that, that house was not right for us. David immediately sought to find out what we were looking for and immediately took us to view some homes. We met the next AM with David and Tracy and viewed some more houses. David was not pushy, but was always ready to help. Long story short is we purchased a new home that will be constructed. David and Tracy met with us on our next trip when we met with the builder's design team and have provided us with pictures of the home “going up”. David has made a tough decision easy!” — Jeff Wald

Linda Cohen

“David Schulz is the perfect person to contact as far as buying or selling a house or condo. David is extremely knowledgeable, goes out of his way to make sure that you are getting everything you need or want, and will negotiate on your behalf as well as one could do on his or her own. We never had to wait for David to get back to us to answer any of our questions. Our Condo is being built in Ole in Naples, Fla and we live in Rochester, NY and we talk to David often, and we are comfortable because he checks on what's happening and gets back to us to keep us up to date. We have already given Davids name to people that are considering the Naples area, and we would use David for any further real estate dealings that come along.” — Linda Cohen

Jerry Plush

“David is fantastic to work with (same for his wife Tracy). Very positive and pleasant to work with. He and Tracy have great attention to detail, they promptly follow up on any requests, question or open items. A true pleasure to know and to work with. I'd highly recommend him and Tracy!” — Jerry Plush

Robert Link

“Very helpful. Easily accessible. Very knowledgeable. Able to help us focus in on exactly what we wanted, then find it. We were very pleased with our experience and would use him again in the future, should we require real estate assistance.” — Robert Link

Rhonda Shea

“Both my husband and I would highly recommend David. We live in Canada and worked with David to purchase our property in Naples. He is very knowledgeable of the area, never applied pressure, listened to what we wanted, and his primary concern was that we were happy with our choice.” — Rhonda Shea

Schulz Realty Testimonials

★★★★★

Todd Norris

David did an excellent job in providing my wife and me a firsthand insight into the Naples area. We spent considerable time going through various communities in our price range matched with our wants and desires. David exerted no pressure. He provided us with the plus and minus of each community that we visited. Working with David was a worthwhile experience which I would highly recommend. - Todd Norris

★★★★★

Chris and Molly Hagan

Huge thank you to David and Tracy for the great service provided throughout the search, purchase, and closing of our new home on Marco Island. They were always available day or night to answer any questions we had, big or small. Doing most of the process from Minnesota was a bit unnerving at first, but they made the process as smooth as could be. We highly recommend them to anyone looking at property in the Naples/Marco Island area. - Molly Hagan

★★★★★

Steve and Kathy Olmsted

We worked with David and Tracy for over a year trying to find the perfect house for us in Naples. We live in Michigan and met David at an open house while we were in Naples for a vacation. The thing we liked immediately was David’s no-pressure personality. He asked a lot of questions to determine what we were looking for. After that, we looked at many houses while we were here and then David also continued to send us listings by email. David and Tracy were always available to talk, to adjust strategy, and to look at whatever we wanted to see. We changed our minds many times about what we were looking for. After a year, we found the perfect house for us. It was reassuring to have Schulz Realty in Naples to negotiate for us while we were in Michigan. Would definitely recommend this team! - Steve and Kathy Olmsted

★★★★★

Rhonda Shea

Both my husband and I would highly recommend David. We live in Canada and worked with David to purchase our property in Naples. He is very knowledgeable of the area, never applied pressure, listened to what we wanted, and his primary concern was that we were happy with our choice. - Rhonda Shea

★★★★★

John Wood

My wife and I have bought and sold many homes in the past 30 years, and we have never known a real estate agent that has been more committed to his work than David Schulz. He listed a house for us 3 years ago and had it sold in a few weeks. Since then, we have purchased a beautiful home with him that we will be listing with him in October, and he found a new home that is being built for us, which we will move into in 2016. Besides his expertise, he's wonderful to work with. - John Wood

★★★★★

Shawn P. McAllister

"I have had the pleasure of knowing David since walking into an open house in Lely in 2011. His professionalism, knowledge, passion, and follow-up set the bar. We spent countless days and weeks with David and Tracy driving around the entire Naples and Marco Island area until David found the exact community, builder, and development we wanted. We had changed our minds, budgets, timing, and locations several times, and David always went the extra mile to accommodate our every need.

The newsletters, area updates, and restaurant suggestions were right on and very much appreciated. Having owned a Sales & Marketing company with close to 100 employees, I know when I meet a genuine, caring, and honest person. David does what he says he is going to do and has exceeded all expectations. We are closing on our newly built home in Treviso Bay and look forward to recommending friends and family to David for their real estate needs as well." - Shawn P. McAllister

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