Real Estate Investors

Build your Southwest Florida single family residence (SFR) portfolio with a builder who specializes in investor builds — from lot selection to property manager handoff.

6 Models Available

From 1,400 to 2,013 square feet

6 Service Areas

Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Lehigh & more

Dedicated Team

FL Licensed Realtor for investors

Portfolio Building

Scaled from 1 to dozens of homes

Build Your Southwest Florida Real Estate Portfolio

From lot selection to property manager handoff — we make portfolio building seamless.

Real estate investors across the country are building rental portfolios in Southwest Florida's booming market. Douglas Brooke Homes specializes in exactly this.

Real estate investors across the country are building rental portfolios in Southwest Florida's booming market. Douglas Brooke Homes specializes in exactly this.

Joey Romero is the quarterback of your investor journey. From the first call to closing, he is your single point of contact — anticipating the next step, clearing roadblocks, and keeping the entire team aligned with your goals. With Joey, you don't manage a build; you stay informed and move forward.

Whether you're building one home or scaling a full portfolio, we have the process, the team, and the track record.

  • Preferred lenders for investment financing

  • All 6 models available for investor builds

  • Serving Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, Fort Myers & beyond

Joey Romero

SVP Operations

TAX-ADVANTAGED STRATEGY

1031 Exchanges Made Simple

Defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting proceeds from a sold investment property into a new Douglas Brooke build — a proven strategy for scaling your portfolio faster.

A 1031 exchange (named for Section 1031 of the IRS code) allows real estate investors to sell an investment property and reinvest the proceeds into a "like-kind" replacement property — deferring federal capital gains taxes in the process.

Our team has helped investors across Southwest Florida use 1031 exchanges to trade older, higher-maintenance rentals for brand-new construction — improving cash flow, reducing repair costs, and attracting stronger tenants.

We coordinate directly with your qualified intermediary (QI) and CPA to keep your exchange on track and within IRS timelines.

1031 Properties Available Now

Why Exchange Into a New Build?

Defer Capital Gains

Keep more of your equity working for you instead of paying taxes at sale of your existing asset.

Trade Up in Quality

Swap an aging rental for a new, warrantied home that attracts premium tenants.

We Know the Timelines

45-day identification and 180-day close deadlines — our build schedules are designed to hit them.

Turnkey Coordination

Deep relationships with lenders, subcontractors, and the communities where we build.

Douglas Brooke Homes is not a tax advisor. Consult your CPA or qualified intermediary regarding your specific 1031 exchange.

NEW OPPORTUNITY

Invest in Our Fund

A hands-off way to participate in Southwest Florida's thriving new construction market — backed by our building expertise and track record.

The Douglas Brooke Homes Investment Fund offers accredited investors the opportunity to participate in the returns of new residential construction — without the complexity of managing individual builds.

Our fund pools investor capital to acquire lots, build homes across our proven floor plans, and generate returns through sales and rental income in Southwest Florida's high-demand markets.

With nearly 30 years of construction experience, an award-winning team, and deep local market knowledge, your investment is managed by people who build homes every day — not just manage money.

Why Our Investment Fund?

Builder Managed

Your capital is deployed by an experienced, licensed building team — not a distant fund manager.

Diversified Exposure

Spread across multiple lots, models, and Southwest Florida submarkets for balanced risk.

Transparent Reporting

Regular updates on construction progress, sales activity, and fund performance.

Local Expertise

Deep relationships with lenders, subcontractors, and the communities where we build.

Why Investors Choose Douglas Brooke Homes

Streamlined Process

From lot selection through closing and property manager handoff — we've built a process specifically for investor needs.

Preferred Lenders

Access to lenders who specialize in investment property financing with competitive rates and flexible terms.

Consistent Quality

Every home meets the same high standards whether it's your first build or your fiftieth — quality that attracts and retains tenants.

Market Expertise

Deep knowledge of Southwest Florida's rental market helps you choose the right model and location for maximum ROI.

Where We Build

Cape Coral

Fort Myers

Lehigh Acres

Punta Gorda

Port Charlotte

North Fort Myers

Building across Southwest Florida — contact us to confirm availability in your area.

Ready to Grow Your Portfolio?

Connect with Joey Romero, our dedicated investor relations director.

New Homes Built for Lasting Value

3434 Hancock Bridge Pkwy

Suite 202

North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Service Areas

Cape Coral

Fort Myers

Lehigh Acres

Punta Gorda

Port Charlotte

North Fort Myers

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Douglas Brooke Homes LLC and its affiliates recognize the importance and significance of fair housing. Our business is conducted in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local fair housing laws. Our policy is to provide equal professional service to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin. Models and floorplans do not reflect a preference for homebuyers.