$887,051Average Value$214Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes 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.”
Spring Run in The Brooks is a private gated community centered around a golf and country club.
Golfers in The Brooks have access to an extensive course with scenic views.
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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.
The Brooks golf memberships include carts and concierge services.
The Commons Club in the Brook offers scenic views and lots of recreational amenities.
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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.
Homes in The Brooks are built in a familiar suburban layout with multiple styles and designs.
The Brooks features townhomes and condominiums with private garages.
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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.
Residents in The Brooks can grab a tasty snack from the nearby Auntie Anne's.
The Brooks residents will find groceries and home essentials at the nearby Target.
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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.
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.
Pinewoods Elementary School in Naples has a large central entrance.
Three Oaks Middle School ranks above average in Math, Science and English.
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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
On average, homes in The Brooks, Estero sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in The Brooks, Estero over the last 12 months is $734,722, up 93% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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1st Floor Condo offering 2 bedrooms plus Den and 2 baths. Enter to a welcoming neutral atmosphere, tile flooring in the kitchen, dining and bathrooms and wood look luxury laminate throughout the remainder of the condo. The open kitchen features beautiful neutral colored granite countertops, tile backsplash and all new cabinetry offering plenty of storage. The versatile den is great for a home
Rarely available and move-in ready! Portobello V floor plan, west facing lot with lake and fountain views! Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom villa, offering 2,006 sq. ft. of single-level living. This home features the largest villa floor plan in the community - the coveted Portobello V layout - designed for spacious, indoor-outdoor living, full of natural light! Step
Experience exceptional living in this spacious two-bedroom plus den, two-bath home located in the highly sought-after Spring Run at the Brooks. Nestled within a vibrant bundled golf community, residents enjoy access to a newly renovated clubhouse, championship golf, tennis, a resort-style pool, on-site dining, a fitness center, and on top of their own luxury amenties buyers can join a private
Shadow Wood Best Value Condo!!! Recently refreshed with wallpaper removal and painting. New HVAC. Crown Molding. Electric Hurricane Shutters on the lanai. Great opportunity to put the finishing touches on this southern exposure lakeview condo with easy access in and out of the newly updated Coconut Road Gatehouse. Shadow Wood Country Club offers 54 holes of championship golf, 2 clubhouses, 9 Har
Wake up to wide water views and swaying palms in this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath second-floor condo in the highly sought-after Palmetto Ridge neighborhood of Shadow Wood at The Brooks. Ideally located directly across from the renovated community pool, this home offers unmatched privacy, peace, and panoramic views of the lake and fairway. Fully and custom designed by Kingon Homes &
CABLE, INTERNET & LAWN SERVICE INCLUDED WITH RENT!! Home is offered NOT furnished. Move right in to this stunning Kingfisher model in the highly sought-after community of Shadow Wood at the Brooks. This beautiful home boasts a spacious floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, perfectly situated on a picturesque lakefront lot. From the moment you enter, you'll be greeted by an open, airy
Turnkey furnished as of 5/26/2025. Wake up every morning to peaceful waterfront views that are sure to put a smile on your face. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath first-floor end-unit condo offers 2,060 sq. ft. of living space (per developer), plus a 233 sq. ft. enclosed lanai with impact sliders, which could easily be integrated into the interior. Enjoy a 2-car attached garage, a long driveway
Available January, April and off season. Come enjoy your season in this stunning single-family home in Shadow Wood at the Brooks. It is fully equipped with every comfort a guest could want during their stay. Living area with great room Large screen TV, open fully equipped kitchen with four-burner gas stove, granite countertops, and island. Master suite with king bed, TV, walk-in closet, ensuite
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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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