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Olde Naples, FL
The city of Naples grew up around the seashore and a boat pier, which served as the town's lifeline during the 1880s. At that time, well-to-do northerners came southward and built homes around the pier.
The arrival of the railroad in the 1920s, and the completion of the Tamiami Trail (Highway 41) at about the same time, spurred the town’s growth eastward. But, the heart of Naples remained where the first shell-paved roads had once run - the area now called Olde Naples.
Well-known for its tree-lined downtown shopping plazas, sidewalk cafes, and lively nightlife, Olde Naples also holds many of the city's historic and architectural treasures, including its wide, sugar-white sand beaches. A recent renaissance of Olde Naples has brought boutiques and eye-pleasing streetscaping to Fifth Avenue South at the center of Naples.
The beautiful banyan, flowering Poinciana trees, and coconut palms serve to charm all those who stroll the avenues of Olde Naples that stretch all the way to the Gulf of Mexico. “Olde Naples” loosely refers to the area that extends from South Golf Drive southward to Aqualane Shores, although strictly speaking, the term "Olde Naples" refers only to the section around the Naples Pier.
Fifth Avenue South combines a historic main street community feel with that of a sophisticated world-class destination. Residents and visitors also enjoy the ambience of Third Street in historic Olde Naples that offers an elegant shopping area of more than 100 fine apparel shops, gift boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries.
Located in the southern section of Naples--between Naples Bay and the Gulf of Mexico--the Third Street South shopping area has a charm and elegance that is designed for your pleasure. A local pub in the original neighborhood, Olde Naples Pub, is a favorite hang-out among locals, and is just two blocks from Naples historic fishing pier. After visiting the beach, it’s time to drop by and enjoy a frosty mug and some of the traditional Naples pub fare.
Olde Naples Homes for Sale
There are quaint cottages and beach-front estates as well as everything in between in this neighborhood. Olde Naples homes for sale include vintage homes from the turn-of-the-century as well as newer homes. The neighborhood has an interesting architectural mix.
There is also an excellent selection of condominiums, although zoning regulations do not permit condos to be located directly on the beach on the south side of the Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club. Understandably, the values of the properties are directly influenced by distance from the beach.
Olde Naples real estate offers lots of variety in terms of home size, age and price. When you own a home with an Olde Naples address, those who are familiar with the Olde Naples area might be just a little envious.
One of the favorite pastimes for neighborhood residents is watching the stunning sunsets from the beach. In a unique twist, all of the east/west avenues were planned to end at the beach. It doesn't matter where you live in Olde Naples, that beautiful sunset display is just minutes away.
Our local real estate market experts can help you decide if Olde Naples is right for you. For an easy way to find the home of your dreams, call us at 239-261-4000, or use the form below to send an email.
The Belz Sells Team
Olde Naples Homes for Sale
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