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Living in Ave Maria

Ave Maria is a small, quaint town in Southwest Florida. It is popular for its tight-knit community, gatherings in the downtown area, and proximity to the Naples metro area. In…

Ave Maria is a small, quaint town in Southwest Florida. It is popular for its tight-knit community, gatherings in the downtown area, and proximity to the Naples metro area. In addition, its affordable housing and warm weather year round make it a popular retirement destination for active adults.

Climate & Geography

Located inland from Naples, Ave Maria has a subtropical climate with hot and humid summers. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in the summer, resulting in higher than average precipitation. Winters are drier, shorter, and pleasant. Residents can expect around 205 days of sunshine a year.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

As a master-planned town built around Ave Maria University, the Ave Maria Oratory is the central cultural hub of the city. Not only is the Oratory a destination in itself, providing views of the town and surrounding land, but the area around it is the city's downtown. There are local and chain stores and eateries, as well as community events.

There are also many outdoor recreational areas surrounding Ave Maria. Just south of the city is the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge, which has over 24,000 acres of wilderness for wildlife viewing and hiking. Lake Trafford to the north has multiple natural preserves surrounding it as well as alligator viewing. In addition, residents enjoy working on their swing at the Panther Run Golf Club.

Nearby Immokalee, just minutes away, has a popular daily farmers market. Residents looking for more shopping, dining, and beach access can head to Naples, just an hour’s drive to the west.

Cost of Living & Taxes

The cost of living in Ave Maria is below the national average because of the very low cost of homes. Other factors like groceries, transportation, utilities, and health care are all just above average.

There is no income tax in Florida, meaning residents are not taxed on any retirement income. Property taxes are slightly below average, and the seven percent sales tax in Ave Maria is similar to the national average.

Health Care

The Naples metro area scores very well on Gallup’s Well-Being Index. For four straight years, it has been the No. 1 community across the country.

There are no hospitals in Ave Maria. Nearby Naples has two hospitals that are rated as high performing by U.S. News: Physicians Regional-Pine Ridge Hospital and NCH Baker Hospital. Fort Myers also has the high performing Gulf Coast Medical Center.

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Pelican Bay
$1Ms
Pelican Bay, Naples, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 1972 - 2006 | 6,500 homes
Moorings
$100ks - $6M +
Moorings, Naples, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 1957 - present | 4,000 homes
5 rating (1 review) Lely Resort
$200ks - $3Ms
Lely Resort, Naples, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2001 - 2021 | 4,506 homes
Pelican Landing
$200ks - $4Ms
Pelican Landing, Bonita Springs, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 1985 - 2006 | 3,068 homes
Burnt Store Marina
$200ks - $1Ms
Burnt Store Marina, Punta Gorda, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 1979 - present | 1,920 homes
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5 rating (1 review) Fiddler's Creek
$400ks - $4Ms
Fiddler's Creek, Naples, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 1993 - present | 6,000 homes
Bonita Bay
$400ks - $6M +
Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 1986 - present | 2,193 homes
Vineyards
$300ks - $2Ms
Vineyards, Naples, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 1986 - present | 2,733 homes
5 rating (2 reviews) Del Webb Naples
$300ks - $900ks
Del Webb Naples, Ave Maria, FL
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2007 - present | 2,123 homes
4 rating (1 review) Seven Lakes
$100ks - $300ks
Seven Lakes, Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1970 - 1989 | 1,096 homes
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Colonial Country Club
$200ks - $500ks
Colonial Country Club, Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2001 - 2006 | 1,699 homes
3 rating (1 review) Gulf Harbour Yacht & Coun...
$200ks - $2Ms
Gulf Harbour Yacht & Coun..., Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 1985 - 2010 | 1,616 homes
5 rating (3 reviews) Pelican Preserve
$300ks - $700ks
Pelican Preserve, Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2001 - 2020 | 2,498 homes
5 rating (1 review) Verandah
$200ks - $1Ms
Verandah, Fort Myers, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 2003 - present | 1,700 homes
4 rating (4 reviews) Kings Gate
$200ks - $300ks
Kings Gate, Port Charlotte, FL
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2002 - present | 940 homes
Bonita National Golf & Co...
$200ks - $1Ms
Bonita National Golf & Co..., Bonita Springs, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2014 - 2020 | 1,489 homes
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Treviso Bay
$400ks - $3Ms
Treviso Bay, Naples, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2008 - 2021 | 1,300 homes
Valencia Trails
$500ks - $1Ms
Valencia Trails, Naples, FL
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2020 - present | 850 homes
Old Bridge Village
Old Bridge Village, North Fort Myers, FL
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1958 - present | 700 homes
Heritage Palms
$200ks - $1Ms
Heritage Palms, Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 1999 - 2006 | 1,662 homes
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WildBlue
$500ks - $1Ms
WildBlue, Estero, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | 1,100 homes
Paseo
$200ks - $900ks
Paseo, Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2006 - 2016 | 1,158 homes
Arborwood Preserve
$300ks - $600ks
Arborwood Preserve, Fort Myers, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 2016 - present | 827 homes
Grandezza
$200ks - $2Ms
Grandezza, Estero, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2001 - 2009 | 979 homes
Valencia Bonita
$400ks - $1Ms
Valencia Bonita, Bonita Springs, FL
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2017 - present | 997 homes
4.2 rating (5 reviews) VeronaWalk
$400ks - $700ks
VeronaWalk, Naples, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2004 - 2015 | 1,964 homes
5 rating (8 reviews) Cascades at River Hall
$300ks - $500ks
Cascades at River Hall, Alva, FL
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2006 - present | 575 homes
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5 rating (1 review) The Shores at Brightwater
$300ks - $400ks
The Shores at Brightwater, North Fort Myers, FL
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2023 - 2026 | 590 homes
4.6 rating (5 reviews) Legends Golf and Country ...
$200ks - $400ks
Legends Golf and Country ..., Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 1999 - 2006 | 1,294 homes
Heritage Bay
$200ks - $1Ms
Heritage Bay, Naples, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2005 - 2014 | 1,400 homes
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5 rating (1 review) The Isles of Collier Pres...
$500ks - $2Ms
The Isles of Collier Pres..., Naples, FL
New Construction | Age-targeted | Built 2014 - present | 1,649 homes
5 rating (1 review) Riviera Golf Estates
$100ks - $300ks
Riviera Golf Estates, Naples, FL
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1967 - 2003 | 700 homes
5 rating (2 reviews) Island Walk
$300ks - $800ks
Island Walk, Naples, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 1998 - 2004 | 1,856 homes
Esplanade Lake Club
$400ks - $2Ms
Esplanade Lake Club, Fort Myers, FL
New Construction | Age-targeted | Built 2020 - present | 650 homes
The Hideaway Country Club
$100ks - $200ks
The Hideaway Country Club, Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 1984 - 1994 | 496 homes
Cross Creek Country Club
$100ks - $400ks
Cross Creek Country Club, Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 1984 - 1995 | 905 homes
The Plantation
$200ks - $900ks
The Plantation, Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2006 - 2019 | 1,100 homes
Charlotte Square Condomin...
<$100k
Charlotte Square Condomin..., Port Charlotte, FL
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1970 - 1979 | 272 homes
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VillageWalk of Bonita Spr...
$300ks - $600ks
VillageWalk of Bonita Spr..., Bonita Springs, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2004 - 2015 | 1,655 homes
Brandywine
$300ks - $400ks
Brandywine, Fort Myers, FL
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1983 - 1988 | 351 homes
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Cindy Certified
28056 SEASONS TIDE AVE, BONITA SPRINGS, ..., Bonita Springs, FL 34135
$535,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,816 sq ft

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28056 SEASONS TIDE AVE, BONITA SPRINGS, ...
Cindy Certified
21156 SEE SEE ST, ESTERO, FL, 33928, Estero, FL 33928
$1,695,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,452 sq ft

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21156 SEE SEE ST, ESTERO, FL, 33928
Cindy Certified
8959 CASCADE PRICE CIR, NORTH FORT MYERS..., North Fort Myers, FL 33917
$340,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,990 sq ft

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8959 CASCADE PRICE CIR, NORTH FORT MYERS...
TerraWalk at Babcock Ranch 12461 BASALT LN, ALVA, FL, 33920, Alva, FL 33920
$499,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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2,056 sq ft

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12461 BASALT LN, ALVA, FL, 33920
TerraWalk at Babcock Ranch 12461 BASALT LN, BABCOCK RANCH, FL, 3392..., Babcock Ranch, FL 33920
$499,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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2,056 sq ft

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House

12461 BASALT LN, BABCOCK RANCH, FL, 3392...
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Cindy Certified
16880 COTTONTAIL CIR, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3..., Punta Gorda, FL 33982
$488,990

3 beds

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3 baths

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1,971 sq ft

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House

16880 COTTONTAIL CIR, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3...
Grandezza 20101 SEAGROVE ST 705, ESTERO, FL, 33928, Estero, FL 33928
$325,500

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,431 sq ft

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Townhome

20101 SEAGROVE ST 705, ESTERO, FL, 33928
Community: Grandezza
Bonita Bay 26187 ISLE WAY, BONITA SPRINGS, FL, 3413..., Bonita Springs, FL 34134
$1,795,000

3 beds

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4 baths

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2,897 sq ft

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Detached

26187 ISLE WAY, BONITA SPRINGS, FL, 3413...
Community: Bonita Bay
Pelican Bay 8787 BAY COLONY DR 302, NAPLES, FL, 3410..., Naples, FL 34108
$4,500,000

4 beds

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5 baths

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4,160 sq ft

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Condo

8787 BAY COLONY DR 302, NAPLES, FL, 3410...
Community: Pelican Bay
Fiddler's Creek 8375 WHISPER TRACE LN 103, NAPLES, FL, 3..., Naples, FL 34114
$350,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,622 sq ft

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Condo

8375 WHISPER TRACE LN 103, NAPLES, FL, 3...
Community: Fiddler's Creek
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TerraWalk at Babcock Ranch 12416 BASALT LN, ALVA, FL, 33920, Alva, FL 33920
$559,990

3 beds

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2 baths

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2,186 sq ft

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House

12416 BASALT LN, ALVA, FL, 33920
Heritage Cove 14091 BRANT POINT CIR 4308, FORT MYERS, ..., Fort Myers, FL 33919
$344,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,305 sq ft

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Condo

14091 BRANT POINT CIR 4308, FORT MYERS, ...
Community: Heritage Cove
Cindy Certified
17013 GREAT HERON LN, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3..., Punta Gorda, FL 33982
$599,990

4 beds

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3 baths

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2,687 sq ft

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House

17013 GREAT HERON LN, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3...
Legends Golf and Country Club 14511 LEGENDS BLVD 306, FORT MYERS, FL, ..., Fort Myers, FL 33912
$220,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,170 sq ft

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Townhome

14511 LEGENDS BLVD 306, FORT MYERS, FL, ...
Verandah 3010 MEANDERING WAY 101, FORT MYERS, FL,..., Fort Myers, FL 33905
$235,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,421 sq ft

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Condo

3010 MEANDERING WAY 101, FORT MYERS, FL,...
Community: Verandah
Cindy Certified
12051 SANTALUZ DR 201, FORT MYERS, FL, 3..., Fort Myers, FL 33913
$399,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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2,339 sq ft

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Townhome

12051 SANTALUZ DR 201, FORT MYERS, FL, 3...
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Cindy Certified
11343 TIVERTON TRCE, FORT MYERS, FL, 339..., Fort Myers, FL 33913
$545,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,685 sq ft

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House

11343 TIVERTON TRCE, FORT MYERS, FL, 339...
Valencia Sky 2436 CAMBRIDGE WAY, NAPLES, FL, 34112, Naples, FL 34112
$949,900

2 beds

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3 baths

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2,079 sq ft

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House

2436 CAMBRIDGE WAY, NAPLES, FL, 34112
Community: Valencia Sky
Rio Villa Lakes 24500 RIO VILLA LAKES CIR, PUNTA GORDA, ..., Punta Gorda, FL 33950
$269,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,284 sq ft

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House

24500 RIO VILLA LAKES CIR, PUNTA GORDA, ...
Community: Rio Villa Lakes
Cindy Certified
13679 LOREDO WAY, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 33955, Punta Gorda, FL 33955
$368,990

3 beds

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2 baths

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2,002 sq ft

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House

13679 LOREDO WAY, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 33955
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Cindy Certified
28269 SEASONS TIDE AVE, BONITA SPRINGS, ..., Bonita Springs, FL 34135
$497,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,764 sq ft

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House

28269 SEASONS TIDE AVE, BONITA SPRINGS, ...
WildBlue 13585 BLUE BAY CIR, FORT MYERS, FL, 3391..., Fort Myers, FL 33913
$894,999

4 beds

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3 baths

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2,247 sq ft

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House

13585 BLUE BAY CIR, FORT MYERS, FL, 3391...
Community: WildBlue
The Plantation 12855 EPPING WAY, FORT MYERS, FL, 33913, Fort Myers, FL 33913
$499,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,804 sq ft

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House

12855 EPPING WAY, FORT MYERS, FL, 33913
Community: The Plantation
Cindy Certified
17007 GREAT HERON LN, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3..., Punta Gorda, FL 33982
$485,356

3 beds

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3 baths

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1,971 sq ft

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House

17007 GREAT HERON LN, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3...
Cindy Certified
13685 LOREDO WAY, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 33955, Punta Gorda, FL 33955
$388,990

4 beds

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3 baths

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2,195 sq ft

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House

13685 LOREDO WAY, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 33955
Burnt Store Marina 17762 COURTSIDE LANDINGS CIR, PUNTA GORD..., Punta Gorda, FL 33955
$359,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,369 sq ft

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House

17762 COURTSIDE LANDINGS CIR, PUNTA GORD...
Community: Burnt Store Marina
Moorings 750 MOORING LINE DR 203, NAPLES, FL, 341..., Naples, FL 34102
$440,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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843 sq ft

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Townhome

750 MOORING LINE DR 203, NAPLES, FL, 341...
Community: Moorings
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Cindy Certified
17449 CAPE HORN BLVD, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3..., Punta Gorda, FL 33955
$780,000

4 beds

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4 baths

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2,600 sq ft

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House

17449 CAPE HORN BLVD, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3...
Fiddler's Creek 8385 WHISPER TRACE LN 104, NAPLES, FL, 3..., Naples, FL 34114
$399,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,629 sq ft

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Villa

8385 WHISPER TRACE LN 104, NAPLES, FL, 3...
Community: Fiddler's Creek
WildBlue 17211 BLUE SAPPHIRE DR, FORT MYERS, FL, ..., Fort Myers, FL 33913
$1,487,595

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,690 sq ft

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House

17211 BLUE SAPPHIRE DR, FORT MYERS, FL, ...
Community: WildBlue
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Pelican Bay 7515 PELICAN BAY BLVD 5C, NAPLES, FL, 34..., Naples, FL 34108
$2,350,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,153 sq ft

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Condo

7515 PELICAN BAY BLVD 5C, NAPLES, FL, 34...
Community: Pelican Bay
Kings Gate 24208 BUCKINGHAM WAY, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3..., Punta Gorda, FL 33980
$264,999

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,382 sq ft

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House

24208 BUCKINGHAM WAY, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3...
Community: Kings Gate
Bonita National Golf & Country Club 17951 BONITA NATIONAL BLVD 422, BONITA S..., Bonita Springs, FL 34135
$385,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,162 sq ft

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Townhome

17951 BONITA NATIONAL BLVD 422, BONITA S...
Esplanade Lake Club 11640 ROSETO CT, FORT MYERS, FL, 33913, Fort Myers, FL 33913
$2,050,000

3 beds

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4 baths

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3,301 sq ft

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House

11640 ROSETO CT, FORT MYERS, FL, 33913
Community: Esplanade Lake Club
Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club 11640 COURT OF PALMS 304, FORT MYERS, FL..., Fort Myers, FL 33908
$690,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,395 sq ft

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Condo

11640 COURT OF PALMS 304, FORT MYERS, FL...
Old Bridge Village 5520 COLONIAL RD, NORTH FORT MYERS, FL, ..., North Fort Myers, FL 33917
$149,500

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,176 sq ft

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Manufactured Home

5520 COLONIAL RD, NORTH FORT MYERS, FL, ...
Community: Old Bridge Village
Verandah 2979 HERITAGE PINES DR, FORT MYERS, FL, ..., Fort Myers, FL 33905
$466,393

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,079 sq ft

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House

2979 HERITAGE PINES DR, FORT MYERS, FL, ...
Community: Verandah
Pelican Bay 695 ARDMORE LN, NAPLES, FL, 34108, Naples, FL 34108
$4,795,000

5 beds

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5 baths

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4,847 sq ft

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House

695 ARDMORE LN, NAPLES, FL, 34108
Community: Pelican Bay
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Bonita Bay 4751 BONITA BAY BLVD 2101, BONITA SPRING..., Bonita Springs, FL 34134
$1,245,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,616 sq ft

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Condo

4751 BONITA BAY BLVD 2101, BONITA SPRING...
Community: Bonita Bay
Cindy Certified
42536 LITTLE RIDGE RD, PUNTA GORDA, FL, ..., Punta Gorda, FL 33982
$629,000

4 beds

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4 baths

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2,916 sq ft

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House

42536 LITTLE RIDGE RD, PUNTA GORDA, FL, ...
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