Seated in the heart of Bonita Springs is Highland Woods, a private gated community and country club of 799 homes. “It’s a bundled golf community — homebuyers automatically become members,” says Realtor Lance Martinicchio, who has over 15 years of experience in the real estate industry. “They’ve got a great golf course and excellent amenities.” This lush, tropical enclave of southwestern Florida has recreation in spades.
Laid out in a grid-style format, Highland Woods residents enjoy high walkability throughout the neighborhood. Home styles are ranches and single-family contemporary style homes, often with a Spanish Mission influence. Houses here have long winding brick driveways cutting through manicured lawns studded with palm trees. With broad streets and no sidewalks, the residents of Highland Woods get around by car. For homes with less than 2,000 square feet, prices range from $450,000 to $600,000, with the average sale price being $550,000. Houses with over 2,000 square feet range from $700,000 to $1.1 million, with the average price falling around $900,000.
Residents can play a round or two at the Highland Woods Golf and Country Club, which features a private 18-hole golf course, a clubhouse and an aqua range. Residents can also play tennis, work out at the fitness center, swim in the pool or dine at both formal and casual restaurants within the clubhouse. Residents can also enjoy the Bonita Springs Skate Park right off Pine Avenue.
Highland Woods residents gather at Riverside Park every winter for the Bonita Springs National Arts Festivals. Showcasing three festivals per year between January and March, this event features the work of over 200 local and international artists, all available for purchase.
Residents can get groceries at the Publix Super Market right inside Highland Woods at Bonita Bay Plaza. From here, locals can drive south on US Highway 41 and stop by Home Goods for furniture and home decor. For dining, DeRomo’s Restaurant and Market is a Highland Woods Staple. “DeRomo’s is an excellent Italian market and restaurant,” says Martinicchio. “It’s very popular — everybody goes there.” For a more casual dining experience, residents head to Buffalo Chips Restaurant. This ranch-style dive features Southern-inspired happy hour food and live music.
The Lee County Public School District serves the residents of Highland Woods. Students can start their education at Pinewoods Elementary School, ranked No. 4 in Best Public Elementary Schools in Lee County, earning itself an A-minus on Niche. Students can continue their education at Three Oaks Middle School, which scored a B-plus on Niche. Students can finish their education at Estero High School, which earned a B on Niche. Estero High offers the Applied Engineering Academy program, which provides students with a foundation of knowledge in the study of applied engineering through additional courses.
Though most residents get around by car, public transportation is available through several bus stops along Old 41 Road. For long-distance travel, the Southwest Florida International Airport is just 16 and a half miles north of Highland Woods. The nearest hospital, NCH Bonita Springs Emergency Department, is located on South Tamiami trail, just 3 miles north of Bonita Springs.
Lisa Ninchritz
Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
(239) 256-2171
84 Total Sales
1 in Highland Woods
$219,000 Price
Aaron Lynch
Worthington Realty, Inc.
(239) 221-1378
26 Total Sales
2 in Highland Woods
$230K - $360K Price Range
Justin Jamison
Serhant
(913) 354-7648
24 Total Sales
1 in Highland Woods
$247,000 Price
Patrick Allard
TEAM ALLARD REALTY LLC
(908) 212-9694
20 Total Sales
1 in Highland Woods
$310,000 Price
Kyle Suhr
John R. Wood Properties
(239) 345-2512
104 Total Sales
6 in Highland Woods
$145K - $525K Price Range
Mark Borg
Downing Frye Realty Inc.
(239) 610-5483
59 Total Sales
1 in Highland Woods
$220,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Highland Woods | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Highland Woods, Bonita Springs sell after 95 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Highland Woods, Bonita Springs over the last 12 months is $430,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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