Ave Maria Living: More Than Just a Neighborhood
It’s not easy to achieve a first-place ranking, but Naples, Florida has done just that. Recognized by US News and World Report as the Best Place to Retire and the Best Place to Live, Naples proudly rose above 149 other top cities. This achievement underscores the city’s appeal, with its pristine beaches, world-class pickleball and golf, and a vibrant, safe community.
Many Naples homebuyers begin their search for a new home as close to the coastline as possible but quickly realize that homes close to the Gulf Coast can be quite expensive. While gaining in popularity, Naples’ average home price has surged well above the national average. In response to the growing demand for attainable housing, developers are increasingly looking east, into land once occupied by citrus groves and cattle farms.
That’s where Ave Maria shines. Located just 20 miles east of Naples, Ave Maria is the fastest growing community in Collier County, and a Top 20 Master-Planned Community in the US. Offering attainable home prices and an abundance of amenities, Ave Maria is a perfect choice for families and the active adult home buyer who wants to live in a welcoming and amenity-rich community.
This charming, self-sustaining town is a certified Blue Zones community and is designed to foster close-knit social connections. Ave Maria offers residents daily conveniences, an abundance of social activities and frequent Town Center events. Residents have easy access to outdoor recreation and Ave Maria is designed to encourage residents to bike ride or walk throughout the community making it a perfect fit for active residents.
While affordability is one of the key reasons many choose Ave Maria, there’s much more to the town. This master-planned community by Barron Collier Companies, sits on 5,000 acres and is surrounded by 17,000 acres of nature preserves.
Ave Maria boasts more than 70 businesses in the Town Center, Park of Commerce and Midtown Plaza, a university, on-site schools, a waterpark and an active events calendar for community members and the public to connect and enjoy social opportunities.
The combination of affordability and small-town charm makes Ave Maria an appealing option for those looking to move to Southwest Florida. With a variety of home styles starting from the high $200s to $800s by premier builders Lennar, Pulte Homes, CC Homes and Del Webb; purchasers can find a home that fits their lifestyle and budget. Whether you’re looking for an active lifestyle amongst your 55+ peers or a place where your children can ride their bikes to the local ice cream shop, this Big Kind of Small Town offers a perfect fit for every type of new home seeker.