In the 1880's Naples, a was a very remote area. The only people walking on its white sandy beaches were the Caloosa Indians. Two of the first settlers that arrived in Naples were Joe Wiggins and Roger Gordon. You can still see these names in Naples as Delnor Wiggins State Park and the Gordon River. IMAGE: Gordon River 2018 Naples FL
In 1886 a group of men from Tallahassee founded a company called "The Naples Town Improvement Company." After the sites were surveyed they started selling lots for $10.
Throughout the late 1880s and 1890s, two wealthy businessmen from Kentucky reorganized the "Naples Town Improvement Company" into a building program based on tourism, sea and rail commerce.
These two men were John S Williams, a U.S. senator and Civil War general and Walter Haldman, owner of the Louisville Courier-Journal. The word got out about the mild climate and excellent fishing Naples offered. Over the next few years, the lots continued to sell, with a season population of about 80.
One of the first few improvements the two wealthy Kentuckians made was a general store, a post office, and by 1888 a 600 foot T shaped Pier was constructed on the Gulf of Mexico. The odd T shape allowed for large ships to dock. Even though the Pier has been destroyed by hurricanes several times, the T shape remains. IMAGE: The Naples Pier 2018
Sales of lots started to dwindle and debt piled up for the Naples Town Improvement Company. They turned belly up in the early 1900s. At that point, Naples became the perfect private retreat for the wealthiest of families for many years. The social life of the wealthy revolved around the Naples Hotel. It became a winter resort for many celebrities such as Gary Cooper, Thomas Edison, Greta Garbo, Hedy Lamarr, Rose Cleveland, and Harvey Firestone to name a few.
In 1911, Barron Collier came to town. He loved the area so much that he bought over a million acres of swampland, which at this time included most of Naples. Barron Collier had a vision of a booming town. But at this point, Naples was only accessible by boat. Barron's vision included bringing roads and railroads through the swampland.
In the 1920s the roads and railways started to infiltrate the Florida swampland. In 1923 the state legislature created Collier County, to which Naples is the county seat. By 1926 Collier personally contributed over $1 million dollars to construct the Tamiami Trail. It is the only paved highway linking Tampa to Miami. In 1927 the Seaboard Air Line Railway's Depot at Tenth Street and 5th Avenue South was almost finished, when the first passenger train, named the "The Orange Blossom Special," pulled into Naples - January 7th, 1927.
From that point forward the town began to boom. In 1943 hundreds of World War II servicemen began arriving in Naples as the US Army Field started training pilots for combat flying. After the war, this airport was returned to the City of Naples and Collier County and was named Naples American Airport in 1953.
Much of the quick and impressive growth and development happened after WWII. Naples opened its first bank in 1950 and the first hospital in 1956.
From the '50s to present you can see the planned and executed development of a gorgeous community boasting with unparalleled prosperity. It's fishing, boating, sunbathing, eateries, and shopping districts continue to attract people today just as it did a century ago.
Fantastic beach cottage! Come see this 3 bedroom 2 bath pool home perfectly located in Naples Park. Its 5 minutes to the beach and just a block from Mercato, This home ha...
Looking for resort-style living with all the best that SW Florida has to offer? This 2 bed/2 bath condo has a fantastic rarely available location in the vibrant community...
Unobstructed Gulf and Bay views from this rarely available 3 BR end unit in the highly desirable high rise of St. Kitts. Whether having coffee at sunrise on the screened...
This almost 2,400 sqft corner unit in Pelican Bay boasts wonderful views of the lake and golf course as well as a large, beautiful, and peaceful green park studded with p...
Welcome to Palazzo Fontana! A spectacular Mediterranean masterpiece nestled in Pelican Bay’s exclusive enclave of Jamestown, a private lake front gated community. Crafted...
C11912 - Paradise is calling, and this spacious condominium is the perfect answer! Situated on the 20th floor of the 5-star Stratford at Pelican Bay, this residence offer...
Updated in 2020! Stunning best describes this beautiful end-unit condo in the highly sought-after community of Breakwater at Pelican Bay. This recently updated three-bedr...
YOU HAVE ARRIVED...GULF SHORE DRIVE...NAPLES...STUNNING BAY VIEWS...DIRECT BEACH ACCESS...SUNRISES & SUNSETS...DOCKS AVAILABLE TO LEASE! This well kept, 2 bed/2 bath, 5th...
Discover the best of Naples living in this 4 Bedroom, 4 Full Bathroom home, ideal for both comfortable family living and lucrative vacation rental. Step into a haven of q...
H11916 Every inch of this spectacular pool home has been reimagined with the highest quality luxury finishes. Enter into the great room floor plan and you’ll immediately...
Your next INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY awaits! This stunning 3-Bedroom + Den, 2-Bath salt water pool home is a lucrative Airbnb success story & perfectly situated just minutes ...
C11901 - Oh, the views!!! Don't miss your opportunity to capture this pristine, updated residence on the prime 4th floor with rich wood floors and extended flexible space...
Experience coastal luxury in its finest form with this fully renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence in Naples Park. Impeccably designed, this property boasts contempor...
LAKE VIEW AND PRIVATE SPA! This beautiful villa has a big spa on the private side lanai to enjoy a glass of wine and relax in at the end of the day. Begin the day watchi...
Mystique, built in 2019, offers modern luxury amenities plus the luxury beachfront lifestyle you dream of. This condominium is for the beach lover who wants high-rise liv...
Gorgeous remodel in this beautiful condo overlooking the ocean!Walking distance to the white sands of Vanderbilt Beach from this water view, two bedroom, two bath cond...
An exquisite oasis in the heart of Pelican Bay! This stunning Chateaumere Royale condominium, meticulously renovated from top to bottom, offers the ultimate in luxurious ...
The Glenview is the ONLY equity ownership LifeCare community in Florida. Enjoy a 62+ y/o, elegant beach, and boutique senior lifestyle community located in the prestigio...
The Glenview is the ONLY equity ownership LifeCare community in Florida. Enjoy a 62+ y/o, elegant beach, and boutique senior lifestyle community located in the prestigio...
The Glenview is the ONLY equity ownership LifeCare community in Florida. Enjoy a 62+ y/o, elegant beach, and boutique senior lifestyle community located in the prestigio...
The Glenview is the ONLY equity ownership LifeCare community in Florida. Enjoy a 62+ y/o, elegant beach, and boutique senior lifestyle community located in the prestigio...
C11869 - A Naples Dreamscape! Totally refreshed with endless soaring views from the eighteenth floor of the luxe world-class Biltmore Condominium located directly on the ...
Experience breathtaking sunsets on the Gulf of Mexico from the spacious lanai of this 8th floor, furnished St Raphael residence with 9' ceilings. Enjoy a view of the Gulf...
Breathtaking views above Pelican Bay in this stunning, move in ready and rarely available Chateaumere Royale residence providing unsurpassed views of the Gulf! Never agai...
Welcome to your slice of paradise… Beautifully updated 3 bed, 2 bath home in coveted Naples Park, just a stone's throw from the sun-kissed Gulf shores of Vanderbilt Beach...
Nestled in a prime location, this Naples Park home is a stone's throw away from the beach! Just imagine yourself enjoying this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a southern ...
Oppourtunity to own in this low rise coastal community. This is a spacious, 3 bedroom 2 bath first-floor, end unit with an oversized, enclosed lakefront Florida room. Cha...
Nestled within prestigious Pelican Bay, this delightful coach home boasts 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. Inside, high ceilings and an open living area create a welcoming ambianc...
The ultimate in luxury living awaits! Introducing Penthouse 16 in the acclaimed St. Raphael with sweeping panoramic Gulf views from the extensive private 1,343 sq ft wra...
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION...in the coveted 500 BLOCK of Naples Park! Nothing left to do but move in & enjoy this 3 bedroom 2 bathroom POOL home which has been COMPLETE...
Immaculate CORNER, END unit remodeled and beautifully decorated. GULF & BAY VIEWS from the 5th floor with wrap-around lanais for endless Naples sunrises and sunsets. Watc...
Extraordinary views from this light and airy two-bedroom plus den, two-bath condominium ideally located on the sought-after north side of the building. You'll be captivat...
Nestled in the heart of Naples, you'll find this delightful three-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family home. It enjoys an enviable location, perfectly positioned between t...
Welcome to MAGICAL PELICAN BAY! Glencove is located on the MAIN BOULEVARD, and is walking distance to the beach or if you want to get to the beach faster, catch a Tram!! ...
Welcome to your dream home, located in the beautiful North Naples! As soon as you step inside, you'll be captivated by the spacious and inviting living area. Volume ceili...
C11781 - Discover coastal paradise at its finest in this exquisite two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo in the prestigious Vanderbilt Landings of Naples, Florida. Nestled just...
C11777 Just in time for season! This unit encompasses over 1,500 sq ft of living space which includes 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a screen enclosed lanai. This unit overlo...
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION, and NO HOA FEES! MOVE-IN ready, the home is in a prime location west of U.S. 41 just .5 miles to Mercato’s upscale restaurants & shopping an...
Immaculate new construction on the 500 Block of Naples Park! This custom-built dream home by Kaye Lifestyle Homes features 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, an outdoor grilli...
C11789 - This beautifully renovated golf view opportunity is being offered turnkey furnished, providing an effortless approach to enjoying a carefree lifestyle in Southwe...
This charming single-family home is perfectly located walking distance (only .20 miles) from the Naples Florida Mercato with its wonderful shopping and eating establishme...
C11673 - Live where Eagles SOAR! Don’t miss this 17th floor updated meticulously maintained sunny sky home located in Pelican Bay’s prestigious Coronado tower. Be captiva...
Rarely available. Renovated top floor condominium offers stunning views of the golf course and lake. The open living room with large sliding glass doors leads to an overs...
Tremendous value! Reduced to sell. Sought-after Pelican Bay, directly on the berm. Easy walk or one stop away by tram to one of two private resort-style beaches with caba...
This luxurious and rarely available Bay Colony Shores residence – designed by renowned RG Design and built by prestigious Gulfshore Homes – is all about location, lifesty...
C11756Nestled within the prestigious community of Calais, Pelican Bay, this exquisite 3/2condo is the nicest available under $1.4. Meticulously renovated, this residence...
Light and bright describe this lovely condo with southern exposure and golf course views. Exterior features include a large storage closet on the lanai and under buildi...
This stunning 3rd-floor unit with vaulted ceilings offers the ultimate in luxury, comfort, and convenience. Located in the desirable community of Pebble Creek, this metic...
Property was totally remodeled this year. Everything replaced or renewed.
Seller financing 4.5% New contemporary to be built custom home. Live luxuriously in your 10,606 total sq ft home. Impressive grand foyer w/soaring ceilings opens into a g...
Luxury living meets breathtaking views in this idyllic location within Pelican Bay. St Raphael #708 boasts updated finishes and modern amenities and is a short walk or t...
H11640 WEST of US 41 & Southern Exposure. This cream puff home is nestled in the quaint beachside community of Naples Park. The idyllic location between two of the world’...
This luxurious new construction home, located in the highly desirable 500 Block of Naples Park was just completed by TTM Development & TTM Home Design! It has all the ame...
This stunning penthouse on the 21st floor offers an unparalleled level of luxury and elegance. With over 6,000 square feet of living space and a prime beachfront location...
Investor Alert!!! This successful four bedroom, two bathroom turn-key short term vacation rental home is ready for a new investor to scoop up and cash in on the booming ...
The 2.27 acres lot is for a large single-family house in the highly desired Golden Gate Estates. Great location, surrounding area including new schools, new Collier Count...
Coastal contemporary Naples Park turnkey pool home will take your breath away the moment you enter. Walk or bike to the beach from the 500 Block! This 2 bedroom / 2 bath...
Located in the beautiful beach community of Pelican Bay, this end unit offers south-facing views and impact windows. Also awaiting you are a sizable owners suite with wal...
Welcome Home!!! This beautifully renovated waterfront home is ready for you to move into. Located in the highly sought after Conners/Vanderbilt Beach neighborhood, this ...
Pride in ownership is the best description for this super clean four-bedroom home in Naples Park! Fantastic kitchen/great room living area with easy access to outdoor li...
Fantastic opportunity to own a completely renovated rental property located on an oversized lot in the 500 block of 106th Ave, which is the more desirable locations in al...
870 8th Court E in Naples Park presents an exceptional prospect for investors seeking an entry into the vibrant short term rental market. This lavish 5-bedroom home, comp...
Welcome to your NEW CONSTRUCTION dream home in the heart of Naples Park, one of the most coveted neighborhoods in the area. This custom home offers the best of coastal li...
High floor designer residence with gorgeous Gulf and sunset sky views! This spacious three-bedroom-plus-den, three-bath features a large Gulf-facing screened-in lanai wit...
C11562. Experience beachfront luxury at Trieste at Bay Colony. This stunning building’s amenities include a movie theatre, fitness center, conference room, guest suites...
Views, Views, Views! Must see for yourself. The Grosvenor tower at Pelican Bay epitomizes high-rise living in our beautiful Naples Florida. Unit 1004 boasts north-west sw...
Beautiful, bright, and modern corner end unit in the fantastic Cap Ferrat; updated, offered furnished and ready for you for the season. The primary bedroom offers privacy...
Welcome to your next real estate investment opportunity in Naples Park! This property offers many advantages that make it a standout choice for investors. This property b...
Exceptional end residence in the preferred 05 stack with broad unobstructed Gulf views from most rooms in the heart of Pelican Bay boasts nightly sunsets, impeccable cond...
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! HOT NAPLES PARK! 2021 4/3 TURNKEY, OPEN FLOOR PLAN located on 93rd Ave, the best street in Naples Park. MOVE IN FOR SEASON! WALK TO VANDERB...
An Idyllic Blend of Beach & Boating: Nestled in an exclusive enclave w/ only three single-family residential streets on the coveted beach side Vanderbilt Connors & being ...
Located just 1 mile away from one of Collier County’s best beaches, This 2 story completely renovated home puts you just steps away from beautiful SWFL beaches and restau...
C11581 - Exceptional opportunity to own one of few END UNIT second floor residences in the Breakwater neighborhood . Offering expansive 2.5 car garage, cascading water v...
C11542 You’ve decided on Pelican Bay, Naples finest resort community, with over three miles of private beach access, including three restaurants, pavillions, bars, beach ...
This gorgeous waterfront condo offers large bay views from in the unit and views of gulf from front patio. This exclusive property is one of only fifteen residences in Be...
Majestic views of the Bay & Gulf from this updated Vanderbilt Beach condo that comes with a DEEDED BOAT SLIP WITH 24,000 LIFT BEING INSTALLED. This unit boasts never-endi...
Rarely available 05 Stack in building 470 offered TURNKEY. Southern exposure, END unit with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and open concept living. This property is the perfect back...
Explore the potential of this charming beachy bungalow nestled in the highly sought-after 700 block of Naples Park. Boasting tile flooring throughout and additional stora...
Fantastic opportunity to own a single-family home in desirable Naples Park. Property is nearly 1600 sq ft. under air with three bedrooms, and two full bathrooms. The comp...
Seller leaseback possibly offering a unique opportunity for that investor seeking return on investment (ROI) while securing a residence in Naples, Florida. Up to 18 month...
Introducing an exceptional and exclusive opportunity in the coveted Naples Park - a rare gem among residential lots is FINALLY AVAILABLE. This prime piece of real estate,...
Introducing an exceptional and exclusive opportunity in the coveted Naples Park - a rare gem among residential lotS is FINALLY AVAILABLE. This prime piece of real estate,...
Offered here is a prime 500 block Naples Park pool property just 1 mile via sidewalk to Naples’ world-famous Vanderbilt Beach. Also, about 1.5 miles to the NW is the pop...
RARELY AVAILABLE 3 bed & 3 bath condo with a garage on Vanderbilt Beach can be yours! Enjoy the sunset every night from one of your two private lanais. You will enjoy w...
Beautiful double lot on highly desirable street in the 700 block of Naples Park in North Naples! This cozy two-bedroom, two-bath residence overlooks a large meticulously ...
Perfectly nestled within the exclusive high rise of Chateaumere Royale, comes a light and bright spacious open floor plan and corner unit that boasts two bedrooms, two ba...
Exceptional beachfront living awaits you at Moraya Bay. This highly coveted & richly appointed unit is on the 10th floor & truly is a home in the sky! Featuring 3 en-suit...
This Connors Vanderbilt Beach lot offers everything: large cleared southern exposure waterfront lot with new raised seawall, house has been cleared - save on impact fees,...
V10649 Enjoy the epitome of luxury living in this highly sought-after seaside community near the Ritz Carlton Beach Resort. Two story coastal contemporary Sorrento model ...
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION... WALK TO MERCATO AND THE BEACH!! This 4 bedroom 3 bath POOL home has been RENOVATED with high end finishes from top to bottom. This propert...
Rare Lakefront lot west of 41! Close to beach & shopping, this lot is off 107th Avenue . This is the only lakefront lot for sale in Naples Park!
Newly updated walking distance to the beach home is being sold TurnKey and move in ready, with all the new furnishings, new appliances and new decorations. Newly renovate...
Offered here is a prime Vanderbilt Drive property just ½ mile via sidewalk to Naples’ world-famous Vanderbilt Beach. Professionally decorated and turnkey furnished, this...
Offered here is a prime Vanderbilt Drive property just ½ mile via sidewalk to Naples’ world-famous Vanderbilt Beach. Professionally decorated and turnkey furnished, this...
MESMERIZING VIEWS - Enjoy soothing luxury, unparalleled location and gorgeous bay water views from this new construction residence along Vanderbilt Beach. Nestled on the ...
Indulge in the pinnacle of luxury living with this impeccably remodeled 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom grand home. Every detail has been meticulously curated, showcasing a harmoni...
Captivating Coastal Living This stunning condo in Vanderbilt Towers offers a rare combination of coastal beauty and modern amenities. Just steps from the beach, you ca...
2 blocks to the beach and just across from the Ritz Carlton! Vanderbilt Hideaway is small intimate building of just 15 residences sitting directly on the waterway with Gu...
H11354. Great Investment! Main house has 2 Bedrooms/ 2 Baths & Washer & Dryer-Back of the house is a 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath Efficiency with a lock-off to main house or entry t...
L11367 - Discover the epitome of waterfront living in Naples, Florida, with this exceptional vacant land opportunity. This prime canal-front property offers direct Gulf ...
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program (BR Program) of M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. Properties listed with brokerage firms other than this company are marked with the BR Program Icon or the BR House Icon and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. The properties displayed may not be all the properties available through the BR Program. The information provided is for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any other purpose.