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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
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
Vineyards
$300ks - $2Ms
Vineyards, Naples, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 1986 - present | 2,733 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
Grandezza
$200ks - $2Ms
Grandezza, Estero, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2001 - 2009 | 979 homes
Arborwood Preserve
$300ks - $600ks
Arborwood Preserve, Fort Myers, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 2016 - present | 827 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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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
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
5 rating (1 review) Riviera Golf Estates
$100ks - $300ks
Riviera Golf Estates, Naples, FL
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1967 - 2003 | 700 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
Heritage Bay
$200ks - $1Ms
Heritage Bay, Naples, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2005 - 2014 | 1,400 homes
5 rating (2 reviews) Island Walk
$300ks - $800ks
Island Walk, Naples, FL
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 1998 - 2004 | 1,856 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
Esplanade Lake Club
$400ks - $2Ms
Esplanade Lake Club, Fort Myers, FL
New Construction | Age-targeted | Built 2020 - present | 650 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
The Place at Corkscrew
$500ks - $1Ms
The Place at Corkscrew, Estero, FL
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 2016 - present | 1,325 homes
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Burnt Store Marina 1303 ISLAMORADA BLVD, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3..., Punta Gorda, FL 33955
$379,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,376 sq ft

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House

1303 ISLAMORADA BLVD, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 3...
Community: Burnt Store Marina
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Burnt Store Marina 2060 MATECUMBE KEY RD 2104, PUNTA GORDA,..., Punta Gorda, FL 33955
$339,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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960 sq ft

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Condo

2060 MATECUMBE KEY RD 2104, PUNTA GORDA,...
Community: Burnt Store Marina
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