Arbel
$532,139
Average Value
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Homes For Sale
Canal-front homes and ranch-style off the water
Arbel homes are divided into two sections, an upper grouping of streets that run parallel to canals breaking off from the Imperial River, and a grouping of homes below Pennsylvania Avenue without waterfront access. Most homes away from the water are stucco ranch-style options, with more expensive two- and three-story homes close to the water. The ranch-style homes usually fall between $225,000 and $525,000 while the waterfront homes sell for $500,000 to upward of $3,000,000 depending on their size. These larger waterfront homes typically have private docks as well. There are about 670 total homes in the neighborhood and the average number of days on the market for Arbel is close to three times the national average. Homes can be anywhere from 800 to 3,000 square feet in size and were built anywhere from the early 1980s to 2023. Lush green lots fall between 8,000 square feet and 0.35 acres.
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Barefoot Beach fishing and Imperial River kayaking
Between the Gulf of Mexico, the Imperial River and its canals, there are plenty of waterfront possibilities. Fishing is one of the most popular activities, both shoreline and offshore. There are lots of places to rent kayaks or take a boat out on the river as well. The protected waters of Fish Trap Bay are west of the neighborhood and Barefoot Beach is a local favorite. “The beach here is known for having very white, plush sand and calm waters,” Henriquez says. “The Gulf of Mexico typically isn’t very choppy so it’s great for a wide audience of visitors like older folks and families with young kids because they don’t have to worry about riptides and rough water.” The beach is also lined with boutiques and cafes. Other outdoor amenities include the Bonita Springs Community Park which has tennis courts and a baseball field, and Riverside Park, which is decorated by sculptures and has an amphitheater for locals to enjoy live performances.
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Golf course, garden and historic hotel
There are plenty of restaurants, entertainment options and other amenities both in and around the neighborhood and growing downtown area. The Shangrilah Springs historic hotel is one of the most popular destinations thanks to its restaurant Harves & Wisdom. “It’s a very unique dining experience. Everything is organic, they grow their own vegetables on the property and have their own bees for pollination,” Henriquez says. “The horticulturist on staff keeps the gardens stunning and filled with exotic plants, and works with the executive chef to prepare everything onsite.” The Everglades Wonder Gardens is known for its exotic plants as well, along with a diverse collection of animals that range from alligators to turtles to flamingos. The Bonita Fairways Golf Club is another opportunity to enjoy the outdoors on a privately owned 18-hole course. Designed by Gordon Lewis, the course is complemented by an onsite restaurant. Another nearby restaurant is Iguana Mia, known for its casual Mexican fare which includes everything from margaritas to fish tacos. Locals can pick up their groceries from Publix.
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B rated schools and college prep programs
Students in Arbel can attend Bonita Springs Elementary, which received a B-minus rating from Niche and serves about 550 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17-to-1. Lexington Middle School is another option with a B-plus rating from Niche that serves about 1,100 students with a student-teacher ratio of 20-to-1. Estero High School received a B rating from Niche and serves about 1,350 students with a student-teacher ratio of 21-to-1. Students are encouraged to participate in a Cambridge AICE (Advanced International Certificate of Education) program, an international curriculum that better prepares students with the skills to be successful in college and the world.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sue Myhelic
Sue Myhelic
Gulf Breeze Real Estate LC
(239) 326-9352
183 Total Sales
1 in Arbel
$875,000 Price
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Lisa Cachon
Lisa Cachon
Your Home Sold Guaranteed Rlty
(239) 296-3495
154 Total Sales
1 in Arbel
$595,000 Price
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Kasey Thompson
Kasey Thompson
Safe Harbour Realty Inc
(239) 388-7335
95 Total Sales
6 in Arbel
$165K - $2.2M Price Range
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Drayton Herold
Drayton Herold
KW Elevate Luxury
(239) 451-5756
40 Total Sales
1 in Arbel
$535,000 Price
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Patrick Corbett
Patrick Corbett
John R Wood Properties
(586) 327-8803
19 Total Sales
1 in Arbel
$481,000 Price
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Mark Borg
Mark Borg
Responds QuicklyDowning Frye Realty Inc.
(239) 610-5483
62 Total Sales
1 in Arbel
$590,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Island Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Riverside Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Events
Depot Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Bonita Springs Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
River Walk Park Bonita Bay
Bonita Springs Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
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Arbel Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Arbel, Bonita Springs sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Arbel, Bonita Springs over the last 12 months is $260,000.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$260,000
Median Sale Price
$260,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
529
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,630
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,362
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,138
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 12pm
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$4,900 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,657 Sq Ft
- 27526 Los Amigos Ln
- Unit ID1073491P
- Bonita Springs, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,324
Median Age
45
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,750
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,921
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
22.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
56°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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