The smell of fresh paint and new carpet. The creak of a door you're the first to open. That's what buying new construction in Naples feels like, and right now, the options run from resort-style communities with cruise-ship amenities to beachfront condominiums that make the Ritz-Carlton look modest. I've sold over 150 new construction homes in this market, and I know which decisions will get you the highest return when you sell and which upgrades you'll regret the day you list.

Naples isn't one market. It's a collection of lifestyles, price points, and locations, and the new construction landscape reflects that. You can build in Southeast Naples off Collier Boulevard where two national builders compete on the same street, or you can reserve a $40 million condominium on the beach with a private pool and valet parking. The communities I'm covering today span that entire range, and I'm going to tell you what I love about each one and what trade-offs you're making.

I'm breaking this into categories: resort-style communities with extensive social programming and amenity centers, an affordable option for buyers stretching to get into new construction, and one ultra-luxury project that redefines what a condominium can be. These aren't ranked first to last. They're just my top picks across different buyer profiles, and I'll walk you through what makes each one worth your time.

Table of Contents

• Caymas: Two Builders and Resort-Style Amenities in Southeast Naples
• Valencia Sky: The Hottest-Selling Community in South Naples
• Seven Shores: Coastal Style and Toll Brothers Quality
• Bonita del Sol: The Most Affordable New Construction Option
• Rosewood: Ultra-Luxury Beachfront Living That Trumps the Competition
• Which New Construction Community Fits Your Lifestyle?
• Final Thoughts: Building Smart in Naples

Caymas: Two Builders and Resort-Style Amenities in Southeast Naples

Caymas is the newest and one of the hottest resort-style communities in Naples, and it's located in Southeast Naples off 951, which is also called Collier Boulevard. What makes Caymas different from most new construction neighborhoods is that it has two builders: Stock and Pulte. Both are reputable national builders, but they serve different price ranges, so you have options depending on your budget and what you're looking for in a home.

The Pulte homes start around $1 million. They don't have a huge variety of floor plans, but depending on the lot you pick, the lot premium, and the upgrades you choose, you could land just under $1 million or go over it. Pulte offers incentives from time to time, so it's worth asking what's available when you're ready to buy. The Stock homes are bigger and more expensive, with higher lot premiums. I've seen lot premiums in Caymas as high as $600,000 for lakefront property, though that's one of the higher ones. The premiums vary widely depending on the view and the location within the community.

One of the biggest draws at Caymas is the lake. It's huge and absolutely gorgeous. If you're paying a premium for a lakefront lot, you're getting a view that feels like you're on vacation every day. The community is also building one of the nicest amenity centers among non-golf communities in Naples. It's going to have a movie theater, a golf simulator, two restaurants, a fabulous fitness center, tennis, and pickleball. At the time I'm recording this, the amenity center isn't finished yet, but when it is, I think it's going to set the standard for resort-style living without the golf membership requirement.

Caymas sold over 100 homes quickly, which tells you how much demand there is for this kind of lifestyle. You're not paying for a golf membership, but you're getting resort-level amenities and two builders to choose from. That flexibility is rare, and it's one of the reasons I recommend Caymas to buyers who want new construction with a social component but don't want to commit to a golf community.

One thing to know: when you visit a new construction sales office without an agent, the person you're talking to works for the builder. They represent the builder's interests, not yours. The builder pays the commission either way, so you're not saving money by going alone. You're just giving up representation. I've sold enough new construction to know which upgrades add value when you sell and which ones you'll never recoup. Use an agent who knows this market.

Valencia Sky: The Hottest-Selling Community in South Naples

Valencia Sky is the most popular new construction community in Naples right now, measured by sales volume. They sold over 100 homes in about two months, and their model center had only been open for two or three weeks when I recorded this. In this market, that kind of velocity is incredible, and it's happening because of two things: location and price point.

Valencia Sky is in South Naples, and the location is fantastic. It's a quick shot to the highway, and it's a straight shot to downtown Naples and the downtown beaches. If you're relocating to Naples and you want easy access to the parts of town people talk about when they say they're moving here, this is it. You're not stuck in traffic on the east side of town, and you're not fighting your way across 41 to get to the beach.

The amenity center is going to be amazing. GL Homes has built multiple neighborhoods in Naples, and each time they improve on the amenity center based on feedback from the prior community. Valencia Sky is like a cruise ship on land. The social programming is extensive: car clubs, cigar clubs, bingo, card clubs, bird watching, photography. There is something for everyone, and there's always something happening. If you're the kind of person who wants to walk out your door and have activities and people to do them with, this is the community for that.

The amenity center isn't completed yet, but GL Homes has a track record, and I trust that what they're building is going to deliver. The price point is fantastic, and that's the other reason they're selling so fast. I'm not giving exact prices in this blog because you might be watching this two years after I shoot it, but contact me and I'll get you the latest numbers. What I will say is that the value here is strong compared to other resort-style communities, and buyers are responding to that.

Valencia Sky is selling to people who want the resort lifestyle, the social programming, and the location without paying Caymas or Seven Shores prices. If that's you, call me before the inventory runs out.

Seven Shores: Coastal Style and Toll Brothers Quality

Seven Shores is the sister community to Hacienda Lakes, where I've sold a lot of homes. It's a Toll Brothers community, and it's located right next to Caymas. The price point is a little bit lower than Caymas, and the vibe is different. It's smaller and quieter, with about 400 homes planned. Only Toll Brothers builds here, so you're not choosing between builders like you are at Caymas. You're choosing between Toll Brothers floor plans, and there's a good variety.

They have villas around 1,500 to 1,600 square feet all the way up to single-family homes over 4,000 square feet. That range gives you flexibility depending on whether you're downsizing, upsizing, or just looking for something in between. The style is very coastal, which I love. It feels like a beach community even though you're not on the water, and that aesthetic carries through the models and the landscaping.

Toll Brothers is offering a lot of incentives right now, which makes Seven Shores a good value if you're comparing it to Caymas or some of the other resort-style communities. The incentives change, so contact me for the latest, but when builders are offering incentives, it usually means you have some negotiating room, and that's always a good position to be in as a buyer.

Seven Shores is quieter than Caymas and Valencia Sky. It doesn't have the same level of amenity center, and it doesn't have the same social programming. If you want the cruise-ship-on-land experience, this isn't it. But if you want a coastal-style home in a well-built Toll Brothers community with a variety of sizes and prices, and you want to be next to Caymas without paying Caymas prices, Seven Shores is worth a look.

Bonita del Sol: The Most Affordable New Construction Option

If you're trying to move to the Naples area and you need the least expensive new construction option, Bonita del Sol is the answer. It's in Bonita Springs, and the models are absolutely gorgeous. The location is great, and the community is small but well-designed. At the time I'm recording this, they're pretty close to being sold out, so if you're reading this blog months or years later, call me to make sure there's still inventory.

Right now, there are still a couple of homes in the high $400s. The majority of the homes start in the low $500s and go up from there. The homes range from about 1,600 square feet to 4,000 square feet, so you have options depending on how much space you need. A couple of the models are absolutely gorgeous, and I think the value here is really strong. You're getting quality new construction at a price point that's hard to find in this market.

Bonita del Sol is offering some good incentives, which makes it even more affordable. The builder is motivated to close out the community, and that works in your favor if you're a buyer. The customer service is great, and I've had good experiences with the builder on other projects.

One trade-off: the amenity center is modest. It's there, but it's not spectacular. When you have an affordable community, you're not going to have a huge amenity center, because that's part of what keeps the prices down. If you need the resort-style amenities and the social programming, this isn't the community for that. But if you want a well-built home in a nice community at a price point that lets you get into new construction without stretching your budget to the breaking point, Bonita del Sol is fabulous.

Rosewood: Ultra-Luxury Beachfront Living That Trumps the Competition

The most spectacular community in Naples is Rosewood. It's on the beach, and it starts at $13 million and goes up to $40 million. I know some of you just clicked away, but if you're still here, let me tell you why Rosewood is worth talking about even if it's not in your budget. This is the benchmark for luxury living in Naples, and it redefines what a condominium can be.

We have the Four Seasons and the Ritz-Carlton, or they're in construction, and I personally think Rosewood trumps them both. I don't even know how to explain it except that you have to go to the sales center and see it. These are condominiums, but they have their own private pools. They have concierge. They'll park your car for you. They'll take your dry cleaning. It's like living in a five-star hotel, except it's your home.

Rosewood is in construction at the time I'm recording this, so if you're watching this later, it might be finished. The level of service and the amenities are off the charts. If you have $13 million, $15 million, or $40 million and you want the best beachfront living in Naples, this is it. Call me and I'll get you all the latest information.

Which New Construction Community Fits Your Lifestyle?

If you want resort-style amenities and you're choosing between Caymas and Valencia Sky, here's how I'd break it down. Caymas gives you two builders and a higher price point, with lot premiums that can run into the hundreds of thousands for lakefront property. The amenity center is going to be spectacular, and you're in Southeast Naples off Collier Boulevard. Valencia Sky gives you a South Naples location with quick access to downtown and the beaches, extensive social programming, and a fantastic price point. If location and value matter more than having two builders to choose from, Valencia Sky is the move.

Seven Shores is for buyers who want Toll Brothers quality and a coastal vibe without the resort-style programming. It's quieter, smaller, and a little less expensive than Caymas. If you've lived in Hacienda Lakes or you know someone who has, Seven Shores is the same builder and the same level of quality.

Bonita del Sol is the affordability play. You're in Bonita Springs, not Naples, and the amenity center is modest, but you're getting into new construction in the high $400s or low $500s. If that's your budget, this is the best option in the market right now.

Rosewood is for buyers who want the best and have the budget for it. If you're comparing the Four Seasons, the Ritz-Carlton, and Rosewood, I think Rosewood wins on service, amenities, and the overall experience.

Final Thoughts: Building Smart in Naples

There are other new construction developments in Naples beyond these five, and the right one for you depends on your price range and what's important to you in a community. If you're thinking about building, call me and tell me what you're looking for. I'll help you find the perfect community and guide you through the decisions that will maximize your return when you sell.

I've sold nearly 700 homes in the Naples area over 24 years, and I know this market. I know which upgrades add value and which ones don't. I know which builders deliver and which ones cut corners. I know how to negotiate incentives and lot premiums, and I know how to protect your interests when the sales agent at the model center works for the builder, not for you.

If you're relocating to Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers, or Marco Island, we'd love to help. Give me a  call/text at 239-784-4868 or book a FREE consultation here. Let's make your move to Naples smooth and smart.