8 Most Affordable Naples Suburbs to Live In

Call it by the nickname, “Paradise Coast,” Naples has become a destination for many people relocating to Florida This Gulf Coast city is known for many things including its wildlife refuges, arts and culture scene, and coastal views.

And if you’re considering buying a home in Naples, there’s three key points to keep in mind – the housing market is somewhat competitive, the median home sale price is $768,750, and the average sale price per square foot is $430. For renters, the average rent price for a two-bedroom apartment in Naples is $2,554.

If those prices don’t fit into your budget, don’t worry. We’ve collected the 8 most affordable Naples suburbs to consider moving to. And the best part is that they’re all less than 50 minutes away from the city center. No matter where you move, you’ll still be close enough to the city without the price of living in Naples. 

#1: Villas

Median home price: $238,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $205 
Driving distance from Naples: 50 minutes
Villas, FL homes for sale
Villas, FL apartments for rent

With a median home sale price of $238,000, Villas is the most affordable Naples suburb on our list. About a 50-minute drive away from Naples, you won’t miss out on what the city has to offer. Living in Villas, you can check out one of the local parks.

#2: San Carlos Park

Median home price: $385,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $268 
Driving distance from Naples: 40 minutes
San Carlos Park, FL homes for sale
San Carlos Park, FL apartments for rent

Taking the second spot on our list is San Carlos Park. Just about 40 minutes from Naples, you can explore the historic Naples Pier and can see views of the water in just a quick drive. When living in this suburb of 18,600 people, you can also spend time exploring the charming downtown.

#3: Golden Gate

Median home price: $419,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $302 
Driving distance from Naples: 20 minutes
Golden Gate, FL homes for sale
Golden Gate, FL apartments for rent

Just 20 minutes away, you’ll find the suburb of Golden Gate. There’s plenty of charming and outdoorsy activities to take part in when living in Golden Gate like checking out one of the many local shops and attractions. 

#4: Naples Manor

Median home price: $435,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $276 
Driving distance from Naples: 15 minutes
Naples Manor, FL homes for sale
Naples Manor, FL apartments for rent

Only slightly more expensive than Golden Gate is the suburb of Naples Manor. With a population close to 5,100, there’s still plenty to do in this Naples suburb. 

#5: Three Oaks

Median home price: $452,250 
Average sale price per square foot: $237 
Driving distance from Naples: 35 minutes
Three Oaks, FL homes for sale
Three Oaks, FL apartments for rent

35 minutes away from downtown Naples is Three Oaks, another great suburb to consider moving to. Home to 5,500 residents, this affordable town can be a great choice for people looking to remain close to Naples without paying the price for a home in the city. Living in Three Oaks, you can have a picnic at Three Oaks Park.

#6: Orangetree

Median home price: $521,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $238 
Driving distance from Naples: 36 minutes
Orangetree, FL homes for sale
Orangetree, FL apartments for rent

Another well-known Naples suburb is Orangetree, where you’ll find the home prices are about $200K less than in Naples. Orangetree has about 5,900 residents and is a great suburb to consider living in. There’s lots of activities to do in this suburb like golfing or spending time outside at Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park, among many other local favorites.

#7: Estero

Median home price: $570,950 
Average sale price per square foot: $306 
Driving distance from Naples: 35 minutes
Estero, FL homes for sale
Estero, FL apartments for rent

Next on our list of affordable Naples suburbs is Estero, which is roughly a 35-minute drive into the city center. With a population of roughly 36,900, Estero is a great area to live in that’s not nearly as big as Naples. If you find yourself moving to this suburb, make sure to visit one of the parks like Koreshan State Park or Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve, see a show at Hertz Arena, and golf at one of the courses.

#8: Bonita Springs

Median home price: $698,385 
Average sale price per square foot: $348 
Driving distance from Naples: 30 minutes
Bonita Springs, FL homes for sale
Bonita Springs, FL apartments for rent

Last but not least on our list of most affordable Naples suburbs is Bonita Springs. This affordable suburb is home to roughly 53,600 residents, so you’ll have a fraction of Naples’s population while remaining close to the city and its attractions. Make sure to spend the day at one of the beaches like Bonita Beach or Little Hickory Island Beach Park, explore Lovers Key State Park, and golf at a course.

Methodology: Affordability is based on whether a suburb’s median home sale price or average sale price per square foot is less than Naples and under a 50-minute drive from downtown Naples. Median home sale price data from the Redfin Data Center during March 2023. Average rental data from Rent.com March 2023. Population data sourced from the United States Census Bureau.

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