
Eric Johnston
Hoover Realty Llc
25
Years Experience
20
Sold (Recent)
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About Eric
Eric brings unparalleled expertise to the homes and neighborhood of Gran Paradiso, having been on-site since the development's inception in 2013. As a key member of the sales team for over a decade, he's witnessed every home and street come to life firsthand, A licensed Florida real estate agent, Eric is the premier specialist in Gran Paradiso within Wellen Park. Licensed since 2001, Eric has dedicated his entire career to Sarasota County, working with multiple top home builders and developers, where he consistently ranked as a top producer—often #1 in sales and in the highest national percentiles. His accolades include numerous awards for outstanding performance. After a successful career with builders and developers, Eric transitioned to real estate brokerage in late 2024, leveraging his deep industry expertise to serve the community he calls home. Motivated by a desire to share his knowledge directly with others, he focused on Gran Paradiso, where he lives and actively volunteers. This shift allowed him to offer his skills and insights to current and future residents, helping them navigate the market with confidence. In 2025, his dedication paid off as he sold more than four times as many homes in Gran Paradiso as any other agent. “I wanted my neighbors to be able to take advantage of the knowledge and experience I have and truly be able to help them,” says Eric. A native of Southwest Florida, Eric grew up in Naples before moving to Sarasota 35 years ago. In 2014, he opened Gran Paradiso for sales and spent the next decade immersed in its growth, overseeing the development of roads, homes, and infrastructure while showing and selling properties daily. Throughout his career, Eric has sold over 400 homes in Gran Paradiso, including single-family homes, villas, coach homes, and townhomes—to say he has a unique level of knowledge about these homes would be an understatement. This hands-on experience has given him unmatched knowledge of the community's resort-style homes, amenities, and evolving landscape, during which Gran Paradiso became the top-selling neighborhood in Southwest Florida. Eric deeply appreciates the lifestyle, neighbors, and unique charm, fostering a genuine understanding that surpasses any other professional in the area. Eric focuses on client relationships and strategic sales, while she handles administrative and research tasks. Together, they deliver seamless, expert support tailored to your Gran Paradiso real estate needs.
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