Homes zoned forCollier Adult & Community Education Center
A planned town in Collier County's eastern reach
48
Homes for sale
$514,500
Median list price
$400
Avg price / sqft
48
Median days on market
The Collier Adult & Community Education Center zone sits in eastern Collier County, in and around the planned town of Ave Maria — a place built from scratch with a walkable center, newer construction and a mix of homes that range from compact starters to large estates. It suits buyers who want modern houses, room to spread out and a quieter pace than the coast, with families and move-up buyers both well represented. Many of the Ave Maria homes for sale are gated or sit on water, and you can see how they cluster on the live map.
The market here is active but measured. With 49 homes on the market and a median list price of $510,000, there's real range — listings run from $135,000 to just over $4 million, and sellers are collecting about 96% of asking on average. Homes take a median of 48 days to sell, so buyers have time to be deliberate rather than panicked, while nearby schools like Palmetto Ridge High School anchor the family appeal.
Collier Adult & Community Education Center is an attendance zone in Ave Maria, Florida.
Quick facts
$135,000 – $4.0M price range
1,658 sqft median home
$617/mo median HOA
$2,600/mo median rent
100 sold in 12 months
Living in the Collier Adult & Community Education Center zone
This zone covers the planned town of Ave Maria and the surrounding stretch of eastern Collier County, a part of Southwest Florida that trades coastal bustle for a more self-contained, built-from-scratch community feel. The town was designed with a walkable center and residential neighborhoods around it, which gives the area a distinct identity compared with the older, more sprawling parts of the county. Buyers here are often drawn by newer homes, planned amenities and the sense that the community is still growing into itself.
The people who do best in this zone tend to want space, modern construction and a quieter pace than you'd find closer to Naples. Families are well represented, and the area's school options make it a natural fit for buyers thinking about the long term. Of the 49 active listings, 10 sit in gated communities, so buyers who value controlled access and uniform community standards have real choices.
At the same time, this is an inland location, and that shapes daily life. You're away from the Gulf beaches and the coastal job centers, so the lifestyle leans toward home, neighborhood and the town center rather than the water. For buyers who see that as a feature rather than a drawback, the Ave Maria homes for sale offer a lot of house and community for the money.
Schools for homes in the Collier Adult & Community Education Center zone
Schools associated with this area include Palmetto Ridge High School at the high-school level, along with Estates Elementary School and Sabal Palm Elementary School at the elementary level. Everglades City School also serves parts of this broader eastern Collier region.
School options are a central reason many families focus on this zone, and having a mix of elementary and high-school choices nearby adds to the practical appeal of settling here for the long term. The presence of these schools shapes the family-oriented character of the surrounding neighborhoods.
Attendance boundaries in Collier County can and do change from year to year, so the single most important step for a family is to confirm the assigned schools for a specific address directly with Collier County Public Schools before making an offer. Don't rely on a listing's school references alone — verify in writing for the exact property you're considering.
Homes for sale in the Collier Adult & Community Education Center zone: prices and housing
The current market shows 49 active listings with a median list price of $510,000 and an average of $396 per square foot. The price range is unusually wide for a single zone — from $135,000 at the entry level all the way up to just over $4 million — which means first-time buyers, move-up families and estate shoppers can all find something. The typical home measures around 1,669 square feet, though actual sizes vary significantly across that price spread.
Over the past 12 months, 100 homes sold at a median price of $571,500, with sellers collecting about 96% of their asking price on average. Homes take a median of 48 days to sell, a pace that gives buyers room to be deliberate. Among active listings, 12 are waterfront, 10 have pools and nine are priced above $1 million, so the premium end of the market is well represented alongside the mainstream.
New construction is part of the story here: seven of the active listings are brand-new homes, reflecting a town still being built out. On the carrying-cost side, the median HOA runs about $617 per month and median property tax is roughly $2,944 per year. Both figures vary by community and by home, so confirm the specifics for any property before you commit — you can track live inventory on the live map.
Getting around from the Collier Adult & Community Education Center zone
This zone sits in eastern Collier County, inland from Naples and the Gulf coast. That location defines the commute: reaching the county's coastal job centers, shopping and beaches means a drive rather than a quick hop, so buyers who work or play on the coast should factor travel time into their decision.
The upside of the planned-town layout is that many daily needs are closer to home, which can offset the distance from the coast for residents who don't commute west every day. The area's roads connect it to the wider Collier County network, but this remains a part of the region where a car is essential for most trips.
For buyers weighing this zone against more central Collier locations, the honest framing is simple: you're trading proximity to the coast for newer homes, more space and often a lower price per square foot. If that trade works for your routine, the inland location becomes a non-issue.
Is the Collier Adult & Community Education Center zone a good fit?
This zone makes the most sense for buyers who want newer homes, a planned-community feel and more house for the money than coastal Collier typically offers. With a median list price of $510,000 and a range that runs from $135,000 to over $4 million, there's genuine flexibility across budgets, and the presence of gated communities, waterfront lots and new construction gives buyers real variety within one area.
The trade-offs are honest ones. HOA fees here are on the higher side at a median of about $617 per month, and the inland location means you're away from the Gulf beaches and coastal employment. Buyers who prize a short beach commute or the lowest possible carrying costs may find a better match elsewhere in the county.
For families drawn to the school options and buyers who want a quieter, home-centered lifestyle, though, the fundamentals are solid — a steady market with homes selling at about 96% of asking in a median of 48 days. Start by browsing the Ave Maria homes for sale, confirm the school zone for any address you like, and verify HOA and tax figures before you write an offer.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$1,700,000
43 PELICAN STREET W, NAPLES
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,379 sqft
$360,000
7005 ROMANA WAY UNIT 1701, NAPLES
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,828 sqft
$1,959,900
380 SHARWOOD DRIVE, NAPLES
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,946 sqft
$699,900
TBD 64TH AVENUE NE, NAPLES
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,029 sqft
$699,000
510 12TH AVENUE NW, NAPLES
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,814 sqft
$679,500
2885 41ST AVENUE NE, NAPLES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,505 sqft
$639,900
TBD 37TH AVENUE NW, NAPLES
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,677 sqft
$529,900
2742 68TH AVENUE, NAPLES
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,151 sqft
$449,900
2935 45TH AVENUE NE, NAPLES
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,049 sqft
$440,000
2740 RANDALL BLVD, NAPLES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,126 sqft
$265,000
1155 SANDPIPER STREET UNIT C4, NAPLES
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,062 sqft
$250,000
180 CYPRESS WAY E UNIT C218, NAPLES
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,065 sqft
Every active listing inside the Collier Adult & Community Education Center attendance boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Collier Adult & Community Education Center market
100
Sold, last 12 months
$571,500
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
47 days
Median time to sell
Collier Adult & Community Education Center vs Ave Maria
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
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Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Collier Adult & Community Education Center boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Collier Adult & Community Education Center home
≈ $3,779/mo
$514,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$617/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,600/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
387,697
Median age
55
Median income
$90,458
Median home value
$586,000
Beyond the listings
Living in Collier Adult & Community Education Center
Lifestyles
Top 20% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Hobbies & Interests
Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Food & Drink
Wine Lovers
It's all about the grape. This population enjoys a trip to the vineyard to learn about wine and sharing a good bottle with friends and family.
Food & Drink
Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Emotional
Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Beliefs
Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Straight answers
Collier Adult & Community Education Center FAQs
Is the Collier Adult & Community Education Center zone a good place to live?+
It works well for buyers who want newer homes and a planned-town feel in eastern Collier County rather than coastal density. The area draws families and move-up buyers, with nearby schools like Estates Elementary School adding to the appeal. The trade-off is distance from Naples' beaches and job centers.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's mid-range for Collier County, with a median list price of $510,000 and an average of $396 per square foot. The spread is wide, from entry-level listings near $135,000 up to estates above $4 million, so there's room at multiple budgets. Nine of the 49 active listings are priced above $1 million.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
The median list price is $510,000 and homes that sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $571,500. The typical home is around 1,669 square feet, and sellers are getting about 96% of their asking price on average. You can browse current Ave Maria homes for sale to see the range live.
How is the market right now?+
It's active and steady — 49 homes are listed and 100 sold over the past year, with a median of 48 days on market. That pace gives buyers time to consider options without the frenzy of a hot market. The 96% average sale-to-list ratio suggests sellers price realistically.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here runs about $617 per month, which is on the higher side and often reflects amenities and gated-community services. Median property tax is around $2,944 per year. Always confirm exact HOA and tax figures for a specific home, since they vary by community and assessment.
What schools are assigned to this zone?+
Schools associated with this area include Palmetto Ridge High School, Estates Elementary School, Sabal Palm Elementary School and Everglades City School. Because attendance boundaries change, confirm the exact zone for any specific address directly with Collier County Public Schools before you buy.
What's the commute like from here?+
This is eastern Collier County, so you're inland from Naples and the Gulf — expect a drive to reach coastal job centers and beaches. The planned-town layout keeps daily errands close to home for many residents. If a short beach commute is a priority, factor the inland location into your decision.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes — seven of the 49 active listings are new construction, which reflects a town that's still being built out. That means buyers can often choose between resale homes and brand-new product. You can filter current inventory on the live map to compare.
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Other Ave Maria school zones
Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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