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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA RETAIL, WORKED THE RIGHT WAY

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA RETAIL, WORKED THE RIGHT WAYSOUTHWEST FLORIDA RETAIL, WORKED THE RIGHT WAYSOUTHWEST FLORIDA RETAIL, WORKED THE RIGHT WAY

Retail leasing & sales with LQ Commercial — serving landlords, tenants, and investors across Southwest Florida.

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239.333.2510

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA RETAIL, WORKED THE RIGHT WAY

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA RETAIL, WORKED THE RIGHT WAYSOUTHWEST FLORIDA RETAIL, WORKED THE RIGHT WAYSOUTHWEST FLORIDA RETAIL, WORKED THE RIGHT WAY

Retail leasing & sales with LQ Commercial — serving landlords, tenants, and investors across Southwest Florida.

Contact Joey

239.333.2510

Retail Leasing & Sales Across Southwest Florida

I'm Joey Gulino, a retail leasing and sales advisor with LQ Commercial in Fort Myers. Since 2022, I've done more than $23 million in combined sales and leasing volume and leased over 73,000 square feet across Southwest Florida. Retail is my core specialty, with real experience in office, land, and flex. Landlords bring me centers, outparcels, and storefronts to lease up. Tenants, from local operators to brands expanding into the region, bring me their site searches. Investors bring me assets to buy and sell. I price and position every deal off current market data, and I keep clients informed from first call to close.

WHY WORK WITH JOEY

One advisor who answers the phone, with the full LQ Commercial platform behind every deal.

Before real estate, I ran digital marketing and e-commerce operations, so I market properties the way buyers and tenants actually search today. Every recommendation is backed by current comparables and LQ Commercial market research, not guesswork. You get one point of contact who responds fast, plus LQ's listing reach, research desk, and transaction support behind the deal. I hold a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Florida real estate license, and I serve on the United Way fund distribution team reviewing grants for Lee County nonprofits.

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Fort Myers Retail Market Snapshot | 2Q 2026

$26.08/SF Asking Rent

$26.08/SF Asking Rent

$26.08/SF Asking Rent

Average asking rent for Fort Myers retail, still climbing year over year.

~3.4% Vacancy

$26.08/SF Asking Rent

$26.08/SF Asking Rent

Fort Myers retail vacancy, near record lows despite heavy new construction.

550,000+ SF Delivered

$26.08/SF Asking Rent

550,000+ SF Delivered

New retail space delivered in the trailing 12 months, absorbed almost as fast as it opened.

~6.9% Cap Rate

What It Means for You

550,000+ SF Delivered

Average market cap rate on Fort Myers retail sales, compared with about 5.9% in Naples.

$30.23/SF in Naples

What It Means for You

What It Means for You

Naples retail rents run the highest in the region, with vacancy around 4.2% and a thin construction pipeline.

What It Means for You

What It Means for You

What It Means for You

Landlords hold pricing power. Tenants and expanding brands should move early, because the right space doesn't sit. Source: LQ Commercial Southwest Florida Retail Report, 2Q 2026 (CoStar).

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Commercial Real Estate Services

Landlord & Retail Leasing

I lease up and reposition shopping centers, strip centers, outparcels, and storefronts across Southwest Florida. Rents are set off live comparables, your space is marketed directly to the tenants actively looking, and you get regular updates on activity and next steps, backed by LQ Commercial's listing reach and research.

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Tenant Representation

For local operators and brands expanding into Southwest Florida, I run the site search, read the submarket, and negotiate the lease, at no cost to the tenant in most cases since the landlord typically pays the fee. You see on- and off-market options and a clear comparison of real occupancy costs before you sign.

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Investment & Property Sales

Buy-side and sell-side representation on retail, office, land, and flex property. I value the asset, position it, and run a disciplined marketing process, with LQ Commercial's network and investor database working behind the deal. Broker opinions of value (BOVs), triple-net (NNN) sales, and 1031 exchange support available.

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REAL REVIEWS, REAL SUCCESS

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Joey did a great job making sure that I was satisfied throughout my process. He made every phone call and sent every email necessary. He used all of his resources to give me sound advice and still communicates with me after I closed.

- Maximum Exposure Recruiting Service

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★★★★★

Joey did a great job working with us to find space to meet our unique needs. He kept up with listings and showing us spaces, and sharing his expertise negotiating as we moved forward. Much appreciated!


- Colleen T. | NAMI 

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★★★★★

Joey was such a great help in finding me a location for my business, very professional, helpful, and communicative, would definitely recommend to anyone looking to expand their business.


Basil P. | Puff Paradise Smoke 

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★★★★★

I had a wonderful experience working with Joey to find the perfect office space. He was professional, attentive, and took the time to understand our specific needs. Joey provided excellent options and made the entire process smooth and efficient. He organized a clear schedule for office walkthroughs and was very knowledgeable about each space. I highly recommend Joey to anyone in need of commercial real estate!

Katie R. | Sole Studios

★★★★★

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★★★★★

Working with Joey has been an absolute game-changer for our investment portfolio. He helped us find not just one, but three incredible Airbnb properties, plus two prime pieces of raw land—all while making the entire process seamless. As out-of-state investors, having someone local with deep market knowledge was invaluable. Joey knows the area inside and out, understands investment potential, and always had our best interests in mind. 


Lisa G. | Silver City Enterprises FL 

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Joey is an excellent advisor who helped me buy a unit in Fort Myers for my business. I was tired of renting and wanted to finally start owning. Joey found me exactly what I was looking for, and now I don't have to worry about monthly rent anymore.


Mark L. | Boat Detailer 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to what clients ask most. Don't see yours? Email me at JGulino@lqcre.com.

Lee County is my core market: Fort Myers, Cape Coral, North Fort Myers, Sanibel, Estero, Bonita Springs, and Lehigh Acres. I also work north through Charlotte and Sarasota counties, including Englewood, Venice, and North Port.


I'm a leasing and sales advisor with LQ Commercial (formerly LandQwest Commercial) in Fort Myers. You work directly with me, backed by LQ Commercial's research, listing reach, and transaction support.


Both. I handle lease-ups and dispositions for landlords and investors, and I represent tenants on site selection and lease negotiation. Tenant representation is typically at no cost to the tenant because the landlord pays the fee.


As of 2Q 2026, Fort Myers retail vacancy sits near record lows at about 3.4%, with average asking rents around $26 per square foot, even after more than 550,000 square feet of new space delivered over the prior 12 months. Tight availability favors landlords, so tenants should start their searches early.


Retail leasing and sales are my specialty, including shopping centers, strip centers, outparcels, and single-tenant buildings. I also work office, land, and flex space, so I can advise owners who hold more than one asset type.


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