Neighborhood · Naples, Florida
Forest Lakes
An affordable pocket close to the heart of Naples
1
Homes for sale
$166,000
Median list price
$143
Avg price / sqft
211
Median days on market
Forest Lakes sits within easy reach of central Naples, giving you a quieter residential base without pushing you far from the shops, dining, and beaches that define the area. The neighborhood draws value-minded buyers who want a foothold in Naples proper rather than the sprawl of Golden Gate Estates or the golf enclaves like Tiburon. Assigned schools include Pine Ridge Middle School and Barron Collier High School, and the location keeps you connected to the broader market of Naples homes for sale.
Right now this is a thin, slow-moving market: just one active listing, priced at $166,000, and only three homes sold in the past year. Those sales closed at a median of $90,000, with sellers netting about 88% of asking after a median 211 days on the market. If you're a patient buyer chasing an entry price in Naples, this is one of the few places the numbers still start this low — check the live map to see what's currently available.
Forest Lakes is a community in Naples, Florida.
Quick facts
$166,000 – $166K price range
1,164 sqft median home
3 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Forest Lakes
Every active listing inside the Forest Lakes boundary
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Browse Forest Lakes
By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Forest Lakes market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$90,000
Median sold price
88%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
7 days
Median time to sell
Forest Lakes vs Naples
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Forest Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Forest Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Forest Lakes home
≈ $1,307/mo
$166,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
2,118
Median age
56
Median income
$54,104
Median home value
$284,600
Beyond the listings
Living in Forest Lakes
Lifestyles
Top 6% 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
Top 11% in the U.S.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.
Attitudes
Top 13% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Active
Top 21% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Appearance oriented
Top 22% in the U.S.Smart Chic
Passionate about style, smart chic searches high and low for the perfect look - but not one that will break the bank.
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.
Straight answers
Forest Lakes FAQs
Is Forest Lakes a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit for buyers who want a central Naples location at a lower entry point than the golf and gated communities nearby. The neighborhood is assigned to established schools including Barron Collier High School, and it keeps you close to everything Naples offers without the premium of waterfront enclaves.
Is Forest Lakes expensive?+
Compared to the rest of Naples, no — it's on the affordable end. The single active listing is priced at $166,000, and the three homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $90,000, which is unusually low for the area.
What do homes cost in Forest Lakes?+
The current active listing is $166,000, working out to roughly $143 per square foot on a median home size around 1,164 square feet. Recent closings came in lower, with a median sold price of $90,000, so there's a real gap between asking and final numbers here.
How is the market in Forest Lakes?+
It's slow and low-inventory, with just one home active and three sales in the past twelve months. Homes take a median of 211 days to sell and close at about 88% of asking, so patient buyers have meaningful negotiating leverage.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Median property taxes run about $2,661 per year, which is modest for Naples. HOA figures aren't currently reported in the data, so confirm any association dues on a specific property before you make an offer.
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