North Central Naples offers family living and retiree charm
North Central Naples sits a few miles from the Gulf as a residential area surrounded by retail and outdoor recreation. "This community is good for an older population, but also families. The public schools are excellent," says Barry Eisenberg, a Naples resident and experienced Realtor with Premiere Plus Realty. While home prices in the city typically are higher than the rest of the nation, within the North Central Naples neighborhood, houses tend to sell for less than in the rest of the metropolitan area. North Central Naples is comprised of multiple residential subdivisions, many of which have tidy streets and front lawns.
North Central Naples features tree-lined sidewalks and lush landscaping throughout the community.
The Naples Fine Art Show is a recurring event featuring local artists.
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Pricing can range from $250,000 to over $3 million
Many homes are inside gated developments, such as Lakeside of Naples and the Marbella Isles condominium community. Most detached homes sit on a quarter of an acre or less, though the Livingston Woods community features houses on lots of around two-and-a-half acres. Buyers will find New Traditional homes and dwellings with Mediterranean influences throughout the area. Pricing varies widely in North Central Naples, much like other parts of the city. Smaller houses typically range between $365,000 and $800,000. Most detached homes over 1,750 square feet cost $675,000 to $2.2 million; residences spanning over 3,000 square feet usually fetch from $2.1 million to over $6 million. Condos are typically priced between $250,000 and $775,000.
Most homes in North Central Naples have private swimming pools and outdoor space.
Homes in North Central Naples are adorned with tropical landscaping and manicured lawns.
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Businesses on Airport-Pulling and Pine Ridge Roads
Airport-Pulling Road and Pine Ridge Road are populated with retail plazas featuring big-box stores like Home Depot, Lowe's Home Improvement and Best Buy. Pine Ridge Crossing Shopping Center has a Publix and a Target. The commercial roadways also have a mix of chain and local restaurants. The family-owned Steamers of Naples serves New England-inspired seafood dishes. The Local Restaurant is a farm-to-table establishment with a rotating menu and vegan offerings. Parmesan Pete's and Mystic Lobster Roll Co. are down Airport-Pulling Road. Entertainment attractions are close by, including Off The Hook Comedy Club and Regal Naples movie theater. Residents here are about 5 miles from popular retail destinations like Mercato and Waterside Shops. Both locations are hot spots for shopping and dining, with Mercato also offering nightlife options. For more upscale shopping options, the busy Fifth Avenue South and Third Street South shopping centers, located in downtown Naples, are about 10 miles away.
True Fashionistas is a popular women's boutique near North Central Naples.
Big-box shopping options like Walmart are close to North Central Naples.
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Children are zoned for highly rated school
Younger children may attend Osceola Elementary. Students living in the community's far northern section can enroll in Pelican Marsh Elementary, recognized as the second-highest ranked public elementary school in Collier County by Niche. Both elementary schools have A ratings from Niche. Students can advance to Pine Ridge Middle and Barron Collier High; Niche ranks both among the county's top public schools and gives them A ratings. The district offers Parental Choice, which allows locals to apply to schools outside of their residential zone; however, families must provide their own transportation to out-of-zone schools.
A wide parking lot surrounds the multi-building layout of Osceola Elementary School in Naples.
Pine Ridge Middle School is the home of the Panthers and serves North Central Naples.
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Locals enjoy private amenities and public spaces and the beach
Many residents live in subdivisions with private amenities such as clubhouses, community pools, fitness centers and tennis courts. Kensington Golf and Country Club is an exclusive facility to the south, where members can play the club’s 18-hole golf course or take to the courts for pickleball, tennis or bocce. Vineyards Community Park is roughly 5 miles away. The green space has multiple sporting fields, a playground and a splash pad. The grounds host youth athletic leagues like Pee Wee All Sports. The neighborhood is also close to sunny Gulf Coast destinations like Clam Pass Beach Park, about 5 miles away, and Vanderbilt Beach, around 7 miles away.
North Central Naples borders Vineyards Community Park’s trails and open green space.
The clubhouse at North Central Naples includes a pool and gym for year-round recreation.
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Traveling on C.A.T. and Interstate 75
The Collier Area Transit has bus routes along Pine Ridge Road and Airport-Pulling Road. However, much of Naples is car dependent. The neighborhood sits next to the Interstate 75 corridor, which is the primary route for travel both north and east. Physicians Regional - Pine Ridge offers 24-hour emergency care services. Southwest Florida International Airport provides commercial airline trips about 25 miles from the neighborhood.
The Naples Arts District is close by
The Naples Arts District sits just beyond the neighborhood, but highlights the abundance of art and artists that add to the area’s vibrancy. "North Central Naples has several cultural things to do and art festivals," Eisenberg says. The Arts District showcases numerous galleries and studios, some of which offer public classes. Open Studios Art After Dark is a monthly event for residents to explore the galleries and meet local artists.
The Arts District near North Central Naples hosts studios, classes, and Art After Dark events.
North Central Naples residents will enjoy meeting and chatting with local artists at weekly events.
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Risks factors of coastal living
As part of a coastal region, the neighborhood experiences tropical storms and hurricanes. Some residences are located in a FEMA X Flood Zone, which means that flooding risks are low. However, the entire neighborhood has a chance of flooding.
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North Central Naples Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Central Naples, Naples sell after 125 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in North Central Naples, Naples over the last 12 months is $512,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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