Best Naples, FL Neighborhoods to Live In

One of the biggest mistakes I see buyers make is falling in love with a house and ignoring the lifestyle fit. You might adore your floor plan, but if the neighborhood doesn't match how you spend your time, you're going to call me in a year asking to move again. I believe getting into the right neighborhood is as important, if not more important, than the actual home. So I'm walking you through my top ten, from boating havens to golf-course luxury to walkable downtown living, and I'm saving my absolute favorite for last.

Quail West is a luxury community, so homes start around $3 million. I have a listing there right now at $8.695 million, completely renovated from top to bottom, over 8,500 square feet, golf course views, just breathtaking. Even if you're not a golfer but you want that country club lifestyle, the amenities are phenomenal. They have a full-service spa, fitness center, sports courts, and one of the best culinary programs in the world with a really great restaurant. They do cooking classes, and the whole vibe is upscale and social.

When Pine Ridge was first developed, the homes were still beautiful but a little more modest and smaller. Now the homes are gigantic, stunning multi-million dollar estates. The lowest priced home in Pine Ridge right now is $3 million, and they go all the way up to $15 million. There are so many people moving out of gated communities who just want to create their own little resort on their property. These beautiful mansions are becoming very popular for doctors, lawyers, CEOs, people who don't need that clubhouse and want their own piece of paradise.

There are two builders in there: Stock and Pulte. I think Stock builds the best home in Naples as far as all these communities go. They are so professional, they do such a good job, and it is the builder that my clients have had the least amount of problems with of any builder in town. The clubhouse is under construction right now, and it is going to be one of the most beautiful clubhouses on the lake. They already have a resort-style pool, and the density is low compared to a lot of other resort-style communities, so it doesn't feel packed.

Please call me first if you are interested in any new construction. It's shocking to me how many buyers go into new construction without an agent. When you go to the builder website or to the sales center, that agent represents the builder. The builder pays our compensation to represent you, and they don't give you any discounts if you don't have an agent. They don't reduce the price if you don't have an agent. So please use an agent if you're buying new construction. You get representation at no cost to you, and you avoid a lot of headaches down the road.

It is in a great location. It is a cruise ship on land. If you like activities, they have a club for everything. Their clubhouse is not open yet, but there are other Valencia communities and it's going to be very similar to the other Valencia communities with all of those clubs. They've already started doing activities and neighborhood events, and when that clubhouse is finished, it is going to be like a cruise ship on land. The sports courts are open. They've already launched that. They've had events at the pickleball and tennis centers, and they're already starting activity.

Pelican Bay has different prices and types of homes for everyone. It is west of 41, all the way from Pine Ridge Road all the way to Vanderbilt. It is a huge community, over 8,000 doors with 88 different communities within the development. They have everywhere from small condos in the under $500,000 range to beachfront condos. I say beachfront, but you can't walk out to the beach, you have to take a little tram. They have single-family homes. They have a neighborhood in there called Bay Colony, which is one of the most high-end luxury communities in all of Naples.

You have a beach club with two beachfront dining venues, and that is really, really hard to find in Naples. I just actually ate there with a friend a couple of weeks ago. The food is phenomenal. You can walk out there, you can take the little golf cart on the tram and just sit out there, look at the beach. You don't have to take any chairs. They put your chairs out for you. Pelican Bay amenities are hands down phenomenal. They have a huge fitness center, spa, and they are building more sports courts. They're getting a huge racket club. It's going to be partially open to the public, but they already have a lot of tennis courts, a lot of pickleball courts. It's one of the most active places.

I think the beach club is really kind of the draw because there really are not that many places to dine on the beach in Naples. And my favorite luxury high-rise in all of Naples is going in there, and it is called A'Peak. I have sold a couple of units already, and it is, I believe, one of the most beautiful, most luxurious, most prestigious high-rises being built. It is the last high-rise ever to be built in Pelican Bay. They have their own restaurant for 68 residences. They have a theater, they have a boardroom. It's first class all of the way, just top of the line. So if you're looking for a luxury high-rise in Pelican Bay, definitely give me a call.

I've always loved The Moorings. The Moorings is west of 41, and there are a variety of homes there as well. There are small condos there, 1, 2-bedroom condos in the $400,000s. There are waterfront properties over $10 million. There are beachfront condos. There are bayfront condos. The Moorings residences have their own little private beach. It doesn't have a restaurant. It's really just a parking area and restrooms, but it's nice because you don't ever have to worry about finding a beach spot. So you have your own little private beach.

I also have to add Coquina Sands on here. They're right next to each other. Even though I'm technically picking my top 10, I'm going to kind of go even with that. Coquina Sands is changing more than any other community in all of Naples. They have had several older high-rise buildings, low-rise buildings knocked down, and now we have the Four Seasons, we have the Rosewood, we have so many other brand new construction buildings being developed there. We have Olana, which is starting at $10 million all the way to $50 million. That entire skyline is changing for the best. The average sales price in there is going to be like $30 million. You can't even get a newer construction home in there for under $13 million.

You can throw a kayak in the water or paddleboard and kayak all the way to the Gulf. I biked one time for 20 miles there, and that was before the neighborhood was even completed. It is just, I think, one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Naples. I have been in there 1,000 times. As I said, I used to live there, and every time I go there, I was just there again last week, I'm just in awe of how beautiful it is. They have these man-made waterways. There's so many lakes. The builders are high-quality builders. Stock, I think, definitely better than Minto, but both very good.

And they have a really great amenity center. They have a very active pickleball and tennis community there. And by the way, right on the other side of that gate is the Pickleball US Open Center. There's like over 55 pickleball courts. So if you're a pickleball lover, this is a really great community for you. They have a beautiful resort-style pool there. They have their own restaurant, the Overlook Bar and Grill, state-of-the-art fitness center. You just feel like you're on vacation every day. I love the Isles of Collier. You definitely want to check that one out.

If you want resort-style amenities and a social vibe, Caymas has the lake views and low density, Valencia Sky has the cruise-ship-on-land energy, and Pelican Bay has the beach club and beachfront dining that's so rare in Naples. If you want established luxury west of 41, The Moorings and Coquina Sands give you mature landscaping and proximity to downtown. If you want nature and waterways, Isles of Collier Preserve has 1,600 acres of trails and kayak access to the Gulf. And if you want the ultimate walkable lifestyle, Olde Naples is hands down the most sought-after community in all of Naples.

FAQ

What is the most expensive neighborhood in Naples, FL?

Port Royal is typically considered the most expensive neighborhood in Naples, but Aqualane Shores, Bay Colony in Pelican Bay, and parts of Olde Naples and Coquina Sands also have homes in the $10 million to $50 million range. The new luxury high-rises going up in Coquina Sands are changing that skyline with units starting at $10 million and going up to $50 million.

Are there affordable neighborhoods in Naples for first-time buyers?

Yes. You can find small condos in Pelican Bay, The Moorings, and Olde Naples starting in the under $500,000 range. The cottages at Isles of Collier Preserve start in the $500s. Stone Creek has homes starting around $900,000. Naples has a wide range of price points depending on the type of home and location you're looking for.

Which Naples neighborhoods are best for boaters?

Aqualane Shores is my top pick for boaters because every lot has deepwater access and you're out on the Gulf in just minutes. You also get walkability to 3rd Street South. Olde Naples has a boat launch, and many waterfront properties in The Moorings and Coquina Sands offer boat access as well.

Should I use a real estate agent when buying new construction in Naples?

Yes. The builder pays our compensation to represent you, and they don't give you any discounts if you don't have an agent. When you go to the builder website or sales center, that agent represents the builder, not you. Using an agent costs you nothing and gives you representation and protection throughout the process.

What is the best neighborhood in Naples for an active lifestyle?

Valencia Sky is the fastest-selling resort-style community I've seen in 26 years, with a cruise-ship-on-land vibe and clubs for everything. Isles of Collier Preserve has miles of biking trails, kayak access to the Gulf, and an active pickleball and tennis community. Pelican Bay has a huge fitness center, spa, and beach club. Stone Creek is very active with neighborhood events and block parties.

Can you walk to the beach from Pelican Bay?

You can't walk directly to the beach from most Pelican Bay homes, but the community has a tram that takes you to the beach club. The beach club has two beachfront dining venues, and they set up your chairs for you. The Moorings residences have their own little private beach with parking and restrooms, so you never have to worry about finding a spot.

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