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The Brooks

The Brooks

Neighborhood in Estero, Florida

Lee County 34135

$892,699 Average Value
$374 Average Price per Sq Ft
77 Homes For Sale

The Brooks offers four distinct communities for golf lovers

The Brooks has long been one of the most sought-after, master-planned communities in Southwest Florida. The sprawling 2,500-acre development encompasses four gated communities: Lighthouse Bay, Copperleaf, Shadow Wood and Spring Run. Golf memberships are bundled into homeownership for residents in Copperleaf and Spring Run, while Lighthouse Bay traded a golf course for private lakefront living for each home. More than 80% of the population is age 65 or older and the median age is 76, making it a popular choice among retirees. “In Shadow Wood and the other Brooks communities, these are mostly second or third homes for people,” says Wayne Taylor, a resident of more than 20 years and real estate agent with John R. Wood Properties. “You have the beach people, you have the fishing people and you have the golf people. Where we are, if you’re not a golfer, it’s probably not the best place for you.”

Luxury single-family homes and condos above the Estero and Fort Myers medians

Each community in The Brooks offers something different. Copperleaf has the lowest density with 565 units, while all 650 homes in Lighthouse Bay have lake views. Shadow Wood is the largest community with 34 neighborhoods and nearly 1,500 homes, but Spring Run comes in a close second with about 850 homes in 20 neighborhoods. Buyers can find Spanish Mission and Mediterranean-style condos, single-family homes, carriage homes and multi-million-dollar mansions. The median price of a single-family home is $760,000, higher than Estero’s median of $560,000 and much higher than the Fort Myers median of about $400,000. Condos can range from $300,000 to $1 million, while single-family homes can cost between $700,000 and $3 million. All communities come with substantial HOA fees and other fees.The CAP Index Crime Score in The Brooks is 1 out of 10, lower when compared to the national average of 4.

Private golf courses and membership at The Commons Club

All golf courses in The Brooks are private. Shadow Wood alone has three courses, offering 54 holes of championship golf. The community also offers coveted access to The Commons Club. “It’s an optional club for all to join, which has three different levels of membership,” Taylor says. “The top-tier membership includes a private beach on the Gulf. I think that is one of the big deals about living in The Brooks, is that private beach club. People really, really like it.” All four communities have their own fitness centers, clubhouses and facilities, such as tennis and pickleball courts. Every community has a private pool except for Shadow Wood, which will have a resort-style pool once a new lifestyle center opens in 2026. Residents are a short drive from Bonita Beach and Barefoot Beach, which are renowned for their shelling. Hertz Arena, home of the Florida Everblades hockey team, is about 7 miles away.

Close to Estero High School and Florida Gulf Coast University

Lee County Public Schools District serves the area. Florida’s open enrollment means middle and high schoolers can rank which school they’d like to attend based on their attendance zone. A lottery system determines admittance. Kids can start at Pinewoods Elementary School, which Niche ranks as the second-best elementary school in the county with an A-minus rating. Three Oaks Middle School receives a B-plus, and the B-rated Estero High School is just north of the community. The high school has several career academies and programs ranging from art to applied engineering. Lee County has several private schools and charter schools. Florida Gulf Coast University is less than 15 minutes away. The university offers 65 undergraduate programs and is known for The Water School, which focuses on water quality and environmental sciences.

Fort Myers and Naples are within a 25-mile drive

The Tamiami Trail, also known as Route 41, and Interstate 75 are two of the region’s major thoroughfares. Estero is equidistant between Naples and Fort Myers, which Taylor says is an asset to the community. “It’s close to the airport without being right in it, it’s got easy access to shopping, and it's close enough to Naples that people can enjoy that whole different atmosphere without being there and being in the traffic a lot.” The Brooks is about 15 miles from Southwest Florida International Airport, and the closest emergency department is at Lee Health Coconut Point. Traffic picks up during the peak season of mid-January through April.

Coconut Point is the go-to shopping center in southwest Florida

Coconut Point is an expansive outdoor shopping center with more than 140 retailers and restaurants and draws shoppers from across the region. “It’s always bustling there,” Taylor says. “There are good restaurants and really all sorts of good shopping.” Inside The Brooks, The Rookery in The Commons Club is a members-only, full-service restaurant with a patio and live music. Most clubhouses inside the community have a bar and food service. Just outside the community, The Brooks Town Center has a handful of businesses and services, including a post office, Anthony’s New York Pizzeria and Paradise Scoops ice cream shop. Publix has groceries within 3 miles of the community, and Miromar Outlets has even more options about 4 miles away.

Things to keep in mind

Hurricane season typically runs from June through November and brings near-daily rain showers. Additionally, southwest Florida has developed rapidly in the last decade, which has brought increased traffic and frequent construction to the area.
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Transit

Airport

Southwest Florida International

27 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime The Brooks US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

The Brooks Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$679,900
Median Sale Price
$735,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,200,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$416,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
300
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$374

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,448
Number of Homes for Sale
77
Median Year Built
2002
Months of Supply
3.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,700
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,541
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    1 - 4pm

    22949 Shady Knoll Dr, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

    $1,600,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,604 Sq Ft
    • 22949 Shady Knoll Dr
    • New 23 days ago

    SKIP THE WAIT LIST - FULL GOLF MEMBERSHIP!!!! Welcome to this exquisite property located in the heart of Estero at Shadow Wood at The Brooks. Located in a gated community, this home offers unparalleled access to luxury amenities, including a private beach club, 3 golf courses, a fitness center, and various dining options. Entertain guests in the expansive outdoor spaces, featuring a pool, spa,

    Marianne Fechter John R. Wood Properties

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  • Sunday, Jun 15
    1 - 4pm

    Unlisted Address

    $398,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,458 Sq Ft

    The wait is over! The most requested Spring Run Condo is now available. This first floor, end, 2 bedroom plus den, is light, bright, spacious and clean with breathtaking views. Enjoy a quick swim after golf and relax on your private lanai with incredible views of the 4th fairway of the redesigned John Stanford 18 hole course. This premier, golf included community, with its 20,000 square foot

    Rita Sokol Downing Frye Realty Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
5,563
Median Age
76
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
2.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
82.7%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$102,125
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,565

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
62%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.2%
% Population in Labor Force
19.2%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

4 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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