Mark A. Spurgeon, Broker and Owner of Boca Grande Real Estate, Inc.
Mark joined the firm just out of college in 1980 and has operated the business since 1984. Having grown up on Boca Grande he knows the ins and outs of island living having lived 40 plus years of island history. A family man with five grown daughters, a community volunteer and outdoors enthusiast, Mark offers a deep resource of information and experience to compliment the efforts of the sales associates.
Email: mark.spurgeon@bgre1.com
Ralph DiLena Jr. and Don Lutz
Brokers and Directors of Boca Grande Real Estate, Inc.
Ralph and Don are business partners and have combined experience of over 23 years at Boca Grande Real Estate, Inc. Ralph served in the Navy and earned a bachelor’s degree in management. He grew up in Florida and is married with four children. Ralph is a private pilot and enjoys playing tennis and fishing. Don earned a bachelor’s degree in education. He also grew up in the area. Don is married with three children. He is active in the community and served as President of the largest homeowners association in the state. His hobbies include tennis and playing the bass guitar at his local church.
As partners, Don and Ralph offer a unique synergistic approach to find the right property for each client. They have compiled the most complete sales listings on the island, entitled The Hot Sheet, available via mail or email. They have been successful at listing and selling residential, estates, condos, town homes, and vacant building sites (beachfront, bayfront, and interior). Additional services include: commercial properties, development acreage, and rezoning. You can reach them at 1-888-607-5224, or locally 941-964-0055. These numbers ring directly to their mobile phones at all times.
Email: don@bgre.net or ralph@bgre.net
Johns Knight Jr.
Hi, my name is Johns Knight, Jr. I am an 8th generation southwest Floridian, 3 generations of which have been on Boca Grande. I was in the Knight family charter boat, marine repair and construction business for 35 years, which built a number of homes on the island. I feel that my years on the water, knowledge of construction and generations of island history can be very beneficial in helping you become a new property or home owner. If I can be of assistance, please contact me at 941-964-0338 or by cell phone at 941-855-0263.
Email: johns.knight@bgre1.com
Peggy Burns
Peggy has been in the real estate business for the past twenty years and manages the Sea Oats office for Boca Grande Real Estate, Inc. She is from South Dakota and was raised in a family owned and operated business. Peggy moved to Florida for its sunshine and beaches. She enjoys walking and spending as much time as possible with her husband and grandchildren. Working in the Sea Oats office has a special meaning to Peggy, as the intimacy of the Sea Oats community is much like a family. As you would expect, she loves taking care of the needs of her owners and guests, as well as listing and selling beautiful island properties. Peggy and husband, Doug, couldn't be happier making their home in this special part of Southwest Florida. If I can be of assistance, please contact me at 941-964-0987 or toll free at 1-800-881-6287 and by cell phone at 941-323-6562. Email: peggy.burns@bgre1.com
Doug Burns
Doug joined the sales staff in 2005 following 18 years of restaurant and club management on Gasparilla Island and at The Coral Creek Golf Club. Prior to relocating from South Bend, Indiana in 1985, Doug was a Senior Vice President with a large Midwestern bank. His banking career covered 22 years. Doug is married to sales associate Peggy Burns and they make their home in Cape Haze. Along with enjoying his 5 children and 9 grandchildren, he loves to play golf and is a huge Notre Dame fan. Doug is a U.S. Air Force veteran. He looks forward to assisting you with your real estate needs and can be reached on his cell at 941-830-0403 or 941-697-9594.
Jay D. Spurgeon
Jay and his wife Susan owned and operated Loon's on a Limb restaurant for 26 years. Jay grew up on Boca Grande, and was happy to see his three daughters grow up here. "It's great to own real estate and to live in the best place in Florida." Jay can be reached at 941-456-6817 or email jay.spurgeon@bgre1.com.