Naples' Original Master-Planned Beachfront Neighborhood — 4,791 Residences, 1.33-Mile Beach Walk, Village Shops on Venetian Bay
Park Shore is Naples' original master-planned neighborhood — a 1.5-square-mile community of 4,791 residences situated between Pelican Bay to the north, The Moorings to the south, the Gulf of Mexico to the west, and US-41 to the east. Developed by the Lutgert family beginning in the early 1970s from 760 acres of raw land, Park Shore was the first neighborhood in Naples conceived as a unified master plan — and it produced two of the most significant firsts in Florida real estate: Colony Gardens, the first condominium development in Florida history, and a 1.33-mile paved beachfront promenade that remains the defining feature of the neighborhood's Gulf Shore Boulevard corridor. Park Shore's 806 single-family homes line Venetian Bay and Inner Doctors Bay to the east of Gulf Shore Boulevard, while its 3,985 condominiums include 25+ distinct high-rise and mid-rise buildings — from classic towers built in the 1970s and 1980s to newer glass curtain-wall residences — creating the most diverse beachfront condo corridor in Naples. The Village Shops on Venetian Bay and Waterside Shops at Pelican Bay are both within the neighborhood's immediate reach, establishing Park Shore as the lifestyle center of central Naples.
Park Shore Real Estate Statistics
| Average Price | $3M |
|---|---|
| Lowest Price | $309K |
| Highest Price | $17.9M |
| Total Listings | 117 |
| Avg. Days On Market | 199 |
| Avg. Price/SQFT | $993 |
Property Types (active listings)
Park Shore - Active Listings
2025 Park Shore Sales Data
Park Shore delivered strong performance across both single-family homes and condominiums in 2025, with the condo market particularly active at 158 transactions:
| Property Type | Units Sold | Avg Sale Price | Avg $/Sq Ft | Avg Size | Highest Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-Family Homes | 43 | $4,715,326 | $1,218 | 3,564 sq ft | $15,000,000 |
| Condominiums | 158 | $1,943,164 | $801 | 2,074 sq ft | $10,100,000 |
Highest single-family sale of 2025: $15,000,000 ($2,284/sq ft) — a brand-new 2025 home on a 0.34-acre lot with 6,566 sq ft, 5 bedrooms plus den, 5 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, bay views, and a 3-car garage.
Highest condo sale of 2025: $10,100,000 ($1,647/sq ft) — a 7th-floor unit at Le Rivage built in 1996 with 6,131 sq ft, 4 bedrooms plus den, 5 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom, and 3 garage spaces.
The Neighborhood — History, Character & Design
Park Shore's story begins in the early 1970s when Raymond L. Lutgert and the Lutgert family acquired 760 acres of undeveloped land and set out to build Naples' first master-planned neighborhood from the ground up. The vision was comprehensive: a community with Gulf-front residential towers, Venetian Bay waterfront homes, a dedicated park and beach access point, and a commercial village integrated into the waterfront. The result established the template for luxury neighborhood development in Naples.
Among Park Shore's most historically significant distinctions is Colony Gardens — the first condominium development ever built in Florida. The mid-rise building with private docks established the model for high-density beachfront living that would define the Gulf Shore Boulevard corridor for the next five decades. By the mid-1990s, Park Tower and Venetian Tower had risen, and the Village on Venetian Bay had taken shape as the neighborhood's social and commercial hub.
Today, Park Shore's Gulf Shore Boulevard corridor is the most diverse beachfront high-rise market in Naples — ranging from vintage towers of the 1970s and 1980s that offer excellent value per square foot, through the full-service buildings of the 1990s and 2000s, to glass curtain-wall residences like The Terraces that represent the contemporary architectural evolution of Gulf-front living. No two buildings are alike, and the range of floor plans, building ages, price points, and amenity packages within a single neighborhood gives Park Shore buyers more choice than any comparable beachfront market in Naples.
The Terraces at Park Shore — one of the neighborhood's most architecturally distinctive Gulf-front buildings.
Park Shore Beach Walk
The Park Shore Beach Walk is one of the most loved features of the neighborhood — a 1.33-mile paved promenade along the Gulf of Mexico, maintained by the Gulfshore Association of Condominiums, providing a continuous pedestrian connection along the beachfront corridor. Fifteen access points from Park Shore beachfront condos connect to the walk, and five dedicated loops near Meridian, Aria, Park Shore Tower, Brittany, and Le Ciel Venetian Tower create a complete running and walking route totaling approximately 5 miles round-trip. For residents of Gulf Shore Boulevard buildings, the Beach Walk is their front yard — a morning jog along the Gulf or an evening walk to watch the sunset from the sand is accessible from the lobby without getting in a car. This is the most distinctive lifestyle feature Park Shore offers that no other Naples neighborhood can replicate at the same scale.
Park Shore Condominium Communities
Park Shore Condominium Communities
Park Shore Association & Raymond Lutgert Park
The Park Shore Association (PSA) is a voluntary community organization open to all residential property owners within Park Shore — both single-family homeowners and condominium residents. PSA membership provides access to Raymond Lutgert Park, a private beach park for members located at 4061 Gulf Shore Boulevard North at the intersection with Park Shore Drive. The park hosts seasonal community events including the Spring Fling and Easter Egg Hunt. Membership fees are a $500 one-time signup, $300 annual subscription, $150 annual renewal, and $100 voluntary annual dues — a modest cost for private beach access in one of Naples' most desirable locations. Because membership is voluntary and not tied to any mandatory HOA, Park Shore single-family homeowners are not subject to community-wide mandatory fees.
Village Shops on Venetian Bay & Waterside Shops
Village Shops on Venetian Bay — Located on the water's edge of Venetian Bay within Park Shore, the Village Shops is a Mediterranean-inspired waterfront shopping and dining destination with 50+ boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. The Village is also home to Park Shore Marina, offering cruising and fishing boat rentals and bareboat charters — waterfront access and retail in a single stop. The Venetian Bay Yacht Club offers dock space and memberships for residents. The annual Naples boat festival parade in December draws the community together at the Village for one of the most scenic waterfront events on the Gulf Coast.
Waterside Shops at Pelican Bay — An open-air luxury retail destination at the northern edge of Park Shore featuring Saks Fifth Avenue, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co., Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Michael Kors, Lilly Pulitzer, Pottery Barn, Barnes & Noble, and 60+ shops and restaurants. Waterside Shops is one of the finest outdoor luxury malls in Florida and a consistent destination for Park Shore residents year-round.
Boating in Park Shore
Park Shore's single-family homes line Venetian Bay and Inner Doctors Bay — the waterway system that connects the neighborhood's east side to Naples Bay and ultimately to the Gulf of Mexico via Doctors Pass, located at the southern boundary of The Moorings. Canal-front and bayfront single-family homes in Park Shore offer private dock access with views of Venetian Bay's calm waters and the downtown Naples skyline. The Village Shops Marina provides accessible boat rental and charter options for residents and visitors who prefer not to maintain a private vessel. For boating buyers evaluating Park Shore single-family homes, confirming dock access, water depth, and navigable routes is an important part of due diligence — contact us and we can confirm these specifics for any property you're evaluating.
Pet-Friendly Buildings in Park Shore
Most Park Shore high-rise buildings restrict pets to small dogs under 25 to 30 pounds — a significant consideration for buyers traveling with larger animals. Five buildings in Park Shore are known to accept larger dogs. Pet policies vary by building and are subject to change at any time based on board decisions. Always confirm the current pet policy directly with the association before purchasing if a larger dog is part of your household. Contact us and we can identify which active Park Shore listings are in pet-friendly buildings for your specific pet's size and breed.
Schools Serving Park Shore
Public Schools: Sea Gate Elementary School, Gulfview Middle School, Naples High School — all within the Collier County Public School District, rated "A" by the Florida Department of Education since 2017.
Charter Schools: Mason Classical Academy (K–12), Naples Classical Academy.
Private Schools: Community School of Naples (Pre-K–12), Seacrest Country Day School, The Village School of Naples.
How Far Is Park Shore from Key Destinations?
| Village Shops on Venetian Bay | Within neighborhood |
| Waterside Shops at Pelican Bay | 5 minutes |
| Clam Pass Park | 5 minutes |
| Artis-Naples / Baker Museum | 7 minutes |
| Lowdermilk Park | 8 minutes |
| Downtown Naples / 5th Avenue South | 10 minutes |
| Naples Pier | 11 minutes |
| Mercato | 11 minutes |
| Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens | 11 minutes |
| Conservancy of Southwest Florida | 12 minutes |
| Naples Botanical Garden | 17 minutes |
| Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park | 17 minutes |
| Marco Island | 36 minutes |
| Naples Airport (APF) | 14 minutes |
| Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) | 32 minutes |
| Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) | 56 minutes |
| Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) | 1 hour 38 minutes |
Frequently Asked Questions About Park Shore Real Estate
What is Park Shore in Naples, Florida?
Park Shore is Naples' original master-planned neighborhood — a 1.5-square-mile community of 4,791 residences developed by the Lutgert family beginning in the early 1970s. It includes 806 single-family homes on Venetian Bay and Inner Doctors Bay, and 3,985 condominiums in 25+ high-rise and mid-rise buildings along Gulf Shore Boulevard North. Park Shore is home to Colony Gardens — the first condominium development in Florida history — and the 1.33-mile Park Shore Beach Walk. In 2025, single-family homes averaged $4,715,326 and condominiums averaged $1,943,164.
What is the Park Shore Beach Walk?
The Park Shore Beach Walk is a 1.33-mile paved promenade along the Gulf of Mexico, maintained by the Gulfshore Association of Condominiums. It runs along the Gulf Shore Boulevard beachfront corridor with 15 access points from Park Shore condominiums and 5 dedicated loops near Meridian, Aria, Park Shore Tower, Brittany, and Le Ciel Venetian Tower — creating a continuous 5-mile round-trip walking and running route directly on the Gulf. For residents of beachfront buildings, the Beach Walk provides front-door access to the Gulf without a car — the defining lifestyle feature of Park Shore living.
What is the price range for Park Shore real estate?
Park Shore offers one of the widest price ranges of any Naples beachfront neighborhood. Condominiums begin in the low to mid $300s for smaller units in vintage mid-rise buildings and extend to $10 million-plus for the largest Gulf-front residences. In 2025, condominiums averaged $1,943,164 ($801/sq ft) with the highest condo sale at $10,100,000 (Le Rivage). Single-family homes averaged $4,715,326 ($1,218/sq ft) with the highest sale at $15,000,000. The diversity of buildings and price points makes Park Shore accessible to a broader range of buyers than most Naples beachfront neighborhoods.
What is the Village Shops on Venetian Bay?
The Village Shops on Venetian Bay is a Mediterranean-inspired waterfront destination within Park Shore featuring 50+ boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants on the edge of Venetian Bay. Park Shore Marina on site offers cruising and fishing boat rentals and bareboat charters. Venetian Bay Yacht Club memberships and dock space are available for residents. The Village hosts the annual Naples boat festival parade each December — one of the most scenic community events on the Gulf Coast. Waterside Shops at Pelican Bay, just north, adds Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co., Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and 60+ additional luxury retailers within 5 minutes.
Does Park Shore have a private beach?
Yes — eligible residents can join the voluntary Park Shore Association (PSA) for access to Raymond Lutgert Park, a private beach park at 4061 Gulf Shore Boulevard North. PSA membership costs $500 one-time signup, $300 annually, with $150 renewal and $100 optional annual dues. The association hosts seasonal events at the park. Park Shore is not governed by a mandatory master HOA — association participation and beach park access are both voluntary for single-family homeowners. Beachfront condo residents also have direct access to the Gulf through their building's beach access point and the Beach Walk.
Are there pet-friendly buildings in Park Shore?
Most Park Shore high-rise buildings restrict pets to dogs under 25 to 30 pounds. Five buildings in Park Shore are known to accommodate larger dogs. Pet policies vary by building, change periodically based on board decisions, and must always be confirmed directly with the association before purchasing. If traveling with a larger dog or multiple pets, contact us before you begin narrowing your search — we can identify which current listings are in buildings that allow your specific pet, saving you significant time in the research process.
What is the historical significance of Park Shore?
Park Shore holds two significant distinctions in Florida real estate history. It was Naples' first master-planned neighborhood — conceived and developed by the Lutgert family beginning in the early 1970s as a comprehensive community rather than piecemeal development. And Colony Gardens, built within Park Shore's boundaries, was the first condominium development in the state of Florida — establishing the model for high-density beachfront condo living that would eventually define Gulf Shore Boulevard's skyline and the broader Florida coastal real estate market.
How do I find the right Park Shore condo building for my needs?
With 25+ distinct buildings spanning five decades of construction and a price range from the mid-$300s to $10 million-plus, selecting the right Park Shore building requires matching your priorities to the right community. Building age affects price per square foot, renovation costs, and reserve fund status. Beachfront vs. bayfront position determines views and beach access. Rental restrictions vary widely. Pet policies differ. Full-service amenities vary from basic to resort-scale. Contact Alpizar & Company at (239) 438-1102 for a complimentary consultation — we can match you to the right Park Shore building based on your specific lifestyle, budget, and ownership goals. Browse our community list above for details on individual buildings.
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