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EXPLORE ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOODS
Old Naples
For many visitors to Naples, it’s often love at first sight. Palm trees, white-sand beaches, the dazzling Gulf of Mexico, and the promise of a tropical lifestyle weave their magic. Family vacations, business conferences, and winter getaways become homebuying missions. For a year-round or seasonal nest, real estate opportunities are seemingly endless: gated communities with amenities rivaling plush resorts; beachfront mansions and cottages; low- and high-rise towers; historic neighborhoods; and even a new city. Whether you are a first-time buyer, relocating from a bustling metropolis, or looking to upgrade because of an expanding family or income, there are a range of home styles to fit your needs and budget. The question is: where? Get to know some of the area’s established communities.
Neighborhood Guide
AQUALANE SHORES A community of 350 single-family homes— the majority with water views—Aqualane Shores is nestled along Naples Bay with easy access to the Gulf of Mexico. A longestablished neighborhood, it has mature landscaping, tree-shaded streets, and proximity to shopping, dining, and entertainment on neighboring Third Street South. AVE MARIA
This new town, estabAve Maria lished in 2005, sprawls across 5,000 acres centered around Ave Maria University, a Catholic institution founded by Domino’s Pizza tycoon Tom Monaghan. Ave Maria has single-and multifamily homes, a golf course, a downtown area with retail and restaurants, a water park, and recreational fields, with plans for a hospital and additional amenities.
BAREFOOT BEACH
With the 342-acre Barefoot Beach Preserve as its southern-most boundary, Barefoot Beach offers waterfront homes with views of Little Hickory Bay and the gulf. Many of its low-rise condos, villas, and three- and four-story homes, ranging from Mediterranean to coastal contemporary, are on the shell-crushed beach.
BAYSHORE
Anchored by the Naples Botanical Garden, this 1,800-acre area south of U.S. 41, east of Naples is undergoing a revitalization centered on creating a walkable neighborhood arts district with cottages and condominiums as well as recreational and cultural facilities. Many new businesses are opening and new homes are going up.
Park Shore
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COQUINA SANDS Winding streets lined with mature ficus, banyan, and palm trees tell the story of Coquina Sands as the first community to develop beyond the borders of Old Naples. Encompassing the beachfront Lowdermilk Park, many of Coquina Sands’ original Old Florida-style, single-family homes and condominiums are being transformed, much like its neighbor, the historic Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club.
EAST NAPLES
The eastern corridor along U.S. 41 features a wide range of suburban neighborhoods and master-planned communities including golfcentric TPC Treviso Bay and the sprawling, five-mile Lely Resort.
EVERGLADES CITY
Far flung from any mall or high-rise, Everglades City is a slice of natural Florida brushing up against the Everglades and recognized as the “gateway to the Ten Thousand Islands.” The one-square-mile incorporated city with a population of 400 is an ideal outpost for those seeking rural, small-town-America charm, game fishing, and water pursuits.
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES
A rural area of about 41,000 rambling acres, Golden Gate Estates’ acre-plus properties provide breathing space between neighboring homes, the opportunity to own horses, and a serene setting within heavily wooded areas. It’s targeted as a major growth center as the population continues to swell.
Bayshore
LAKE PARK
Lake Park is made up of 450 homes, with an average construction date of 1970, on canopied streets with bike pathways. Small enclaves have their own distinct names; Lake Manor, Lake Forrest, and Lake Park unified as a homeowner’s association long ago. Proximity to schools, businesses, and five parks make this a familyfriendly neighborhood.
MARCO ISLAND
At 24 square miles, Marco is the largest barrier island of the Everglades’ mangrove-tangled Ten Thousand Islands. With 100 miles of waterways, the island attracts those who want a boat in the backyard and the convenience of shopping, restaurants, and on-island health care. Many of its singlefamily homes and condominiums are located on the gulf, canals, or bays.
IMMOKALEE
Settled in the 1870s by hunters, traders, and ranchers, Immokalee maintains its agrarian roots. Its farms yield the majority of America’s tomato crop and the University of Florida’s Southwest Florida Research and Education Center is located here. The Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee draws national entertainment throughout the year.
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Port Royal
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MOORINGS
North of downtown Naples along the gulf, the Moorings is one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods with tree-lined streets, mature landscaping, and mostly single-family homes on large lots. At 1,300 acres, it’s the city of Naples’ largest subdivision and is not gated, yet offers the amenities of a gated community, including a private country club and beach. Homes on Doctor’s Bay enjoy mile-long views to Village Shops on Venetian Bay and gulf access via Doctor’s Pass.
NAPLES PARK
Once a working-class neighborhood, this onesquare-mile community has come into its own as a new wave of buyers discovers its proximity to the gulf, shopping, dining, and entertainment, including Mercato. Many of Naples Park’s original 1970s-era homes are being torn down to make way for pricier single-family homes.
NAPLES SQUARE/BAYFRONT Ambitious revitalization has brought an era of change to the area east of Old Naples bounded by U.S. 41 and the Gordon River. Mid-rise condominiums offer on-site amenities and locations easily walkable to Fifth Avenue South, Tin City, and the Naples Design District. On the east side of Goodlette-Frank Road are riverfront parks and conservation areas, the new single-family Mangrove Bay with boat slips, and the commercial-residential Bayfront.
OLD NAPLES
Naples’ first neighborhood, Old Naples is highly desired for its proximity to downtown, the beach, and the Naples Pier. Its architecturally diverse homes include original 1900s cottages, mid-rise condominiums, and multimilliondollar mansions along the Gulf and Naples Bay.
Park Shore
PARK SHORE
Featuring wide streets, beachside parks, lush green spaces, and plentiful gulf and bay views, Park Shore is sought out by young families, professionals, and retirees. With the picturesque Village Shops on Venetian Bay as a landmark, there is a range of choices: single-family homes,
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Pelican Bay
low- and mid-rise condos, and waterfront highrise towers.
PELICAN BAY
This sprawling community of more than 2,100 acres stretches from the gulf to U.S. 41, offering at least 65 individual neighborhoods, high-rise condominiums, and a wide variety of housing options and prices—from the triple-gated The Strand to smaller villas and condo units. Amenities for residents include a private beach club, 27 holes of golf, fitness, tennis, and on-site restaurants. Artis—Naples and Waterside Shops are close by.
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PINE RIDGE
This rambling neighborhood of new and 1970sera single-family homes along the east side of U.S. 41 north of Vanderbilt Beach Road encompasses more than what initially meets the eye. Within its boundaries are seven lakes and large estate lots accommodating spacious homes with stables, riding arenas, tennis courts, and guesthouses. PORT ROYAL
Naples’ most exclusive address is home to a who’s who of business magnates, philanthropists, and jet-setters. Located at the city’s southernmost point, Port Royal’s sprawling beachfront and bayside estates are hidden behind towering hedges and lush landscaping. The members-only Port Royal Clubs offers beach access, tennis, dining, and other amenities.
ROYAL HARBOR
Located on Naples Bay across from Port Royal, Royal Harbor is a boater’s paradise. All of its new and older homes enjoy waterfront lots along canals and the bay with gulf access.
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SEAGATE
At the northern border of the City of Naples, abutting the Pelican Bay neighborhood, Seagate is a quiet community with 90 homes, many of them waterfront with gulf access. Residents enjoy a private, gulf-front beach and clubhouse. It is located off Seagate Drive between Naples Cay and Crayton Road. VANDERBILT BEACH
South of Barefoot Beach, this neighborhood offers a multitude of new and older singlefamily homes on canals, bays, and the beach, and a mix of gulf-front, low- to highrise condos, including the new, luxury Mystique. Vanderbilt Beach is an idyllic spot for boaters and nature lovers.
Seagate Vanderbilt Beach
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$149,500
A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,534-square-foot condo on the second floor in Eagle Creek featuring a spacious lanai with golf views and a desirable southwest exposure
$159,000
A two-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,390-square-foot condo in Palm River in North Naples. Each bedroom has its own lanai. Includes large living area, storage area, and carport parking space and is steps away from the community pool
$180,000
A one-bedroom, one-bathroom, 648-square-foot condo centrally located off Airport-Pulling Road. Includes stainless steel appliances, new water heater and A/C, and overlooks tennis court in Oasis community with clubhouse, fitness room, and pool
$197,000
A third-floor condo unit in Lakewood Country Club near Sugden Regional Park. Renovations to the two-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,060-square-foot unit include granite counters, appliances, wood-plank flooring, impact windows, and updated bathrooms
$210,000
A den can serve as a third bedroom in this 1,219-square-foot, second-floor end unit overlooking Royal Wood Golf & Country Club, which includes tennis, pools, golf, and a community clubhouse
$249,000
Vaulted ceilings, new cabinets, and a central location highlight this two-bedroom, two-bathroom, 985-square-foot Quail Run condo
$280,000
A pre-construction, three-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,214-square-foot home that can be built in nine months. Located 14 miles east of Collier Boulevard in Golden Gate Estates
$305,000
A two-story, 1,437-square-foot townhome in Cypress Glen with three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, and a new roof. Community includes two heated pools
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$335,000
A one-bedroom, one-bathroom, 687-square-foot condo in the Moorings located two blocks from the beach. Amenities include a large pool and bayside patio with outdoor grill, and boat docks available for lease A three-bedroom, two-bath 1,655-squarefoot single-family home with heated pool and spa, updated kitchen, hurricane shutters, outdoor living area. Close to U.S. 41, Eagle Lakes Community Park, and downtown Naples
$415,000
$369,000
A three-bedroom, two-bath, 1,765-square-foot single-family home located in amenity-rich Saturnia Lakes A round, wood-frame home on 2.27 acres in Golden Gate Estates. The fourbedroom, one-bathroom, 1,938-squarefoot home built in 1990 includes vaulted ceilings and a new roof
$475,000
A one-bedroom, one-bathroom, 745-square-foot condo in Old Naples with assigned parking space, ample guest parking, and extra storage space
$527,000
A three-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,550-square home with a long driveway and side yard in the boating community of River Reach, which is in walking distance to the Gordon River Greenway and Baker Park
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Looking to live in a community that combines an active lifestyle with the charm and friendliness of a small town? Ave Maria is just such a place. A place with fresh air and wide-open spaces, rounds of golf, a Town Center with shopping and dining, pre-K through post-grad schools, and so much more. There’s always something fun happening in town- from live entertainment to signature events. One of the nation’s top-selling master planned communities, Ave Maria is home to a vibrant mix of active adults, growing families, and young professionals.
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CC Homes
CC Homes offers 18 floorplans from 1,200 to 4,000 square feet. At Maple Ridge, every home includes granite or quartz countertops and stainlesssteel appliances in the kitchen, wood cabinetry, and contemporary floo ing and finishes.Tour the Club at Maple Ridge, the exclusive recreation center for residents. Visit the new, designer-furnished model homes and begin designing your dream home. From the high $200s.
Del Webb Naples
At Del Webb Naples, active adults findthe home of their dreams and a lifestyle to match. Homes here range from 1,400 to 3,600 square feet and feature 2 to 5-bedrooms. Come out today and explore the amenities at Del Webb and book a round of golf at Panther Run Golf Club. Model homes open daily. From the $300s.
Pulte Homes
Pulte Homes presents several single- and two- story floorplans in Avalon Park, conveniently located within walking distance to the Town Center. This national homebuilder’s floorplans are Life Tested® by actual homeowners, giving you the very best and latest in modern home designs. Brand new model homes open in 2022. From the $400s.
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Lennar’s brand-new community, The National Golf & Country Club at Ave Maria, offers resort-style living and its signature residential home designs from terraces to estate homes. All floorplans incorporate Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program which provides you a high level of standard features already included with the price of the home. Visit the new model homes and 18-hole championship golf course.
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