Ave Maria

It's a planned Collier County town built around a walkable center, with families zoned to Palmetto Ridge High School and adult learning at the community education center. The current mix of 55 listings — including 25 waterfront and 8 new-construction homes — means you can find everything from a starter place to a larger lakeside house. It suits buyers who want newer construction and community amenities over a coastal commute.

It's moderate for Collier County, with a median list price of $469,900 and an average of $238 per square foot. Prices span a wide range from about $3,200 up to $1,450,000, and only four active listings sit above $1M, so most inventory lands in the mid-range. Median rent runs about $2,925 a month if you want to try the area first.

The median list price is $469,900 and the median home size is around 1,958 square feet, working out to roughly $238 per square foot. Over the last 12 months, 24 homes sold at a median price of $442,500. You'll find homes for sale across that range, from compact new-construction to larger waterfront properties.

It's balanced and steady rather than overheated. Homes take a median of 57 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 97% of their asking price on average across the 24 closings in the past year. With 55 active listings you have real selection and typically some negotiating room.

The median HOA fee here is about $162 per month, which is reasonable for a planned community with shared amenities. Median property tax runs around $6,289 per year. Both vary by the specific home and segment — gated and waterfront properties can carry different costs, so check the details on each listing.