Top Producing Realtors in Estero, FL - About Us

About Us

We SELL West Bay Club

Personable

As in person to person, handshakes and conversation. We understand finding a home is more than matching available funds to square footage, it’s about lifestyle, realizing dreams and the perfect fit. We know our market and we know our clients. And we like people. You’ll see, the first time you talk to Steve or Greg.

Professional

Selling homes in SW Florida is what we do. We are professional Realtors. We work out of our office, not out of the spare room. If you call our office, we answer—or someone on the West Bay Realty team will. A real person, 100% non-automated. And usually 24/7. Really.

Local Expertise

Facts and figures. Market trends. And where to find the best beaches, golf or tennis. We live it and we love it here on the Paradise Coast! Think of us as your local guide. And we are enthusiastic about using new technologies to help you buy or sell your home.

West Bay Realty

(239) 948-9009

Steve Horn
Cell: 239-860-4676
SHorn@WestBayRealty.com

Greg Backus
Cell: 239-285-4450
GBackus@WestBayRealty.com

Real Estate

Steve Horn

: Managing Broker

239-860-4676

SHorn@WestBayRealty.com

Steve Horn is the Managing Broker of West Bay Realty and co-leads The Horn & Backus Team, specializing in luxury real estate throughout Estero, Bonita Springs, Naples, Fort Myers, and Southwest Florida. Originally from Birmingham, Michigan, Steve spent more than 17 years managing private country clubs, developing the customer service, communication, and relationship-building skills that continue to set him apart in real estate. As a West Bay Club resident for more than 16 years, he offers firsthand knowledge of the community's neighborhoods, amenities, lifestyle, and real estate market, providing valuable insight for buyers and sellers.

With more than 26 years of real estate experience, Steve has represented hundreds of successful transactions across Florida's east and west coasts. Since 2001, he has closed more than $1 billion in residential real estate sales, building a reputation for honesty, integrity, professionalism, market expertise, and skilled negotiation.

Steve is recognized as one of Southwest Florida's top-performing real estate professionals. He is currently the #1 Realtor in Estero by total sales volume (January 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026), ranks among the Top 30 agents in Southwest Florida by total sales volume, and has consistently ranked among the Top 75 agents in the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® for the past 15 years.

A leading specialist in West Bay Club real estate, Steve has been the #1 West Bay Club Broker by total sales volume since 2021. His extensive experience as both a resident and real estate professional gives clients an in-depth understanding of the community's real estate opportunities, championship golf, luxury amenities, and market trends. Whether buying or selling a home in West Bay Club or elsewhere in Estero, Bonita Springs, Naples, Fort Myers, or Southwest Florida, Steve combines local market knowledge, proven results, and personalized service to help clients navigate the luxury real estate market with confidence.

Greg Backus

Broker

239-285-4450

GBackus@WestBayRealty.com

Greg and his family moved to Naples from Michigan in 2014. Greg has wide expertise in many areas of real estate with 5 years of residential real estate sales experience in Michigan, combined with 12 years here in Florida. He has held licenses in residential real estate, commercial real estate (having earned the distinguished CCIM designation – Certified Commercial Investment Member), General Contractor/Builders license, and has 5 years of residential property management experience. Greg soon proved his ability to become one of the top agents in the area, having generated over $850 million in real estate transactions since moving to Florida. Greg specializes in the luxury resale and new construction markets, helping buyers find their perfect Florida home. Greg takes a very calm, deliberate approach in working with buyers, knowing that the community they choose is often as important as the property they choose within the community. Greg works extensively with buyers helping them understand the area, community and all the amenities and benefits that each different community has to offer. He works to create and find the “right fit” for each and every buyer, based on their specific goals. On the selling side, Greg leverages his extensive background in creative marketing and internet sales to help clients gain maximum exposure for their property and helping owners sell their homes for the best price in the shortest time frame. His vast knowledge of the local markets, attention to detail, impeccable service, and conscientious guidance make each client feel like they are his number one priority throughout the entire selling or buying process.