Surrounded by the crystal blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Estero Bay, it isn’t hard to see where Bonita Beach got its name. The titularly “beautiful” island community offers exclusive coastal living with new multimillion-dollar mansions along its beachfront. Bonita Beach is predominantly residential, with only a couple of casual restaurants on its south side. Of course, the island gets its fair share of tourists each winter, but without much public parking, the neighborhood maintains its small, beach town charm.
Bonita Beach offers ten public beach access points along the island.
Hickory Island Beach Park features secluded beaches only accessible by water.
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Multimillion-dollar homes along Bonita Beach shores
The island was once a relatively affordable option for vacation properties on the gulf, according to local Aron Hubers, a Realtor with SanCap Gateway Realty who has sold in Bonita Beach for over a decade. After Hurricane Ian swept the coast in 2022, the market drastically changed, “The little cottages disappeared, and now the beachside is all mansions.” Depending on the property's age, custom-built homes on the sand range between $7 million and $15 million. While many remodeled mansions feature the hallmarks of Spanish Revival architecture, Hubers says new builds display sleek, contemporary designs. Bayfront houses on the island’s east side range from $1.6 million to almost $5 million. That said, new construction bayside can list for as much as $7 million. Beachfront condos range from $700,000 to $1.2 million, while bayside condos range between the mid $300,000s and $700,000. Hubers says the island is an owner’s community, “All the condo buildings have different HOAs, but they only allow you to do monthly rentals. You’re not getting a short-term spring-break turnover. You get people who stay all winter."
Bonita Beach homes are surrounded by water, with communities amongst the natural preserves.
Many homes in Bonita Beach have a distinctive coastal style and beach house design.
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Beautiful beaches and the Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve
Seagulls pecking at the white sand as waves lap at the shore is a typical sight in Bonita Beach. Various beach access points, like Little Hickory Island Park and Barefoot Beach Preserve, stretch up and down the island’s western coastline. Dogs aren’t permitted at most beach parks, but Lee County’s Dog Beach is nearby and it offers a rinse-off station. Longtime local Troy De Mond, a Realtor with Royal Shell Real Estate, praises Bonita Beach’s beautiful views, saying that the gulf often has a “sparkling green-blue glow” and that dolphin pods sometimes swim by. Locals have the beach all to themselves during the summer. Still, tourism is steadily picking back up as the greater community continues its recovery from Hurricane Ian. Fish Trap Bay is a quiet spot for local anglers. The Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve is popular for scenic trips on kayaks, boats and canoes. It’s a protected estuary that spans 138,000 acres of mangroves, brackish water and hundreds of islands. De Mond says visitors will see wading birds, like egrets and herons, and even manatees. “Of course… we see those alligators, too.”
Bonita Beach is a popular destination to relax and enjoy the sunshine.
Bonita Beach offers kayak and paddle board tours on the intracoastal waterways.
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Coconut Jack’s Waterfront Grill and Doc’s Beach House
Coconut Jack’s Waterfront Grill is a bayside restaurant with a menu of fresh, locally caught seafood and classic American cuisine. Doc’s Beach House is another island must-have. The casual, open-air restaurant has been a community fixture since 1987, serving breakfast, pizza, burgers, fried fish and refreshing beverages. More dining options are across the water in Downtown Bonita Springs, a little more than a 5-mile drive away. Small and cozy, A Table Apart is De Mon’s favorite restaurant. Its “amazing food” ranges from duck bao buns to fried yellowtail. Grocery shopping gets done downtown, too. Publix, Aldi and Dollar General can be found at the intersection of Bonita Beach Road and Tamiami Trail.
Doc's Beach House in Bonita Beach features outdoor seating on the sandy beachfront.
Coconut Jack's on Bonita Beach is a locally owned, waterfront grille style, restaurant.
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Bonita Springs Middle Center for the Arts
Bonita Springs is served by the School District of Lee County. Spring Creek Elementary and Bonita Springs Middle Center for the Arts are graded B on Niche. The middle school is ranked No. 10 on Niche’s list of the county’s best public middle schools. It also offers a wealth of electives, from business keyboarding and coding fundamentals to digital art and journalism. Bonita Springs High is graded B-minus and has a career academy for future creative professionals.
Spring Creek Elementary School in Bonita Springs has 768 students in grade K-5.
Bonita Springs Middle School offers many extracurricular activities in Bonita Beach.
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Less than 10 miles from Interstate 75
Bonita Beach does not offer public transportation, but the streets are walkable and bikeable thanks to the sidewalk along Hickory Boulevard, the main road. Access to Interstate 75 is about 7 miles away, and it’s a 23-mile drive from the island to Southwest Florida International Airport. The closest hospital is NCH Bonita Springs, just under 10 miles away.
Bonita Beach is centrally located on the Southwest Florida coast, making is accessible.
Bonita Beach is just 10 miles from Interstate 75.
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The City of Bonita Springs on hurricane season
Hurricane Ian changed the landscape of Bonita Beach and served as a grave reminder of hurricane season’s severity. Hurricane season ranges from June 1st to November 30th. Bonita Beach properties are at extreme risk for flooding and wind damage. The City of Bonita Springs encourages residents to keep a hurricane preparedness plan and sign up for emergency notifications.
Bonita Beach's waters are warm enough to offer year round swimming.
Bonita Beaches are kept clean by citizens who pitch in on clean up events.
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Parks in this Area
Barefoot Beach Access Park
Lovers Key State Park
Bike Trails
Boating
Trails
Bonita Beach Dog Park
Dog Park
Trails
Beach
River Walk Park Bonita Bay
Bonita Beach Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Volleyball
Little Hickory Island Beach Park
Transit
Airport
Southwest Florida International
38 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bonita Beach
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bonita Beach, Bonita Springs sell after 158 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bonita Beach, Bonita Springs over the last 12 months is $1,574,414, down 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Experience the pinnacle of coastal luxury with this exceptional waterfront villa, where pristine beach access, private boating, breathtaking bay views, and a rare oversized one-car garage come together to create an unparalleled lifestyle. Perfectly positioned just steps from Beach Access #6, this meticulously maintained residence offers the best of both worlds, effortless access to the Gulf’s
Waterfront 2-Bedroom Condo with Stunning Views & Resort-Style AmenitiesWelcome to 25820 Hickory Boulevard, Unit 202, a beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom second-floor condo in Bonita Springs, FL, offering breathtaking waterfront views and an exceptional coastal lifestyle.Step inside to discover a bright and airy open-concept living space with large windows that frame stunning water vistas. The
Welcome to the exclusive opportunity to own a piece of paradise in one of the most coveted condominium high-rise buildings on Bonita Beach! Casa Bonita Grande remains a premier address in Southwest Florida, just steps away from the Gulf of Mexico. Following a recent beach nourishment project, the property’s prime gulf frontage is even further strengthened, ensuring this stunning residence remains
PRICED BELOW CURRENT APPRAISED VALUE. Welcome to paradise at Casa Bonita II, Unit 506! Directly on the pristine shores of Bonita Beach, this two-bedroom, two-bath condominium offers an unparalleled beachfront living experience. This is your chance to own the breathtaking gulf views that stretch from Naples to Sanibel Island and will take your breath away. You just can't get the same view from any
Special Pricing! Right out of a beachfront coastal living magazine! Paradise is yours here on Hickory Island located between Barefoot Beach and Lover's Key. This is a 'middle stack' unit that boasts WIDE PANORAMIC Gulf views from every room! Step outside and take a seat on the beach, or take a beach walk to the end of Hickory Island for breathtaking views and amazing sunsets day after day. This
Experience the best of Bonita Beach at this vacation rental home, just steps away from Bonita Beach access 3. Although the area is currently being rebuilt after Hurricane Ian, this fully intact and updated home offers a comfortable and relaxing getaway. Surrounded by natural mangrove forests and situated between the Gulf of Mexico and Fish Trap Bay, you'll feel at home in this serene
One-of-a-kind resort-style living with gorgeous gulf and bay views! Located within a gated community, this tranquil living offers a rare gulf-side swimming pool, tennis/pickleball, social gathering rooms, fitness center, game room, library/remote office, bikes, grilling areas, serene outdoor areas and much more. A fourth-floor unit in the coveted A Building with lanais on the front (screened
Available April 1st 2025 for a long term lease (min 3 months.) Rate negotiable depending upon length of lease. A longer lease will warrant a better rate. Experience beachfront living at its finest in this FULLY RENOVATED condo now available for the first time user. Featuring a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath directly on Bonita Beach. Enjoy AMAZING sunsets! Step out to the soft, white sand and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,954
Median Age
71
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
65.7%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,422
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$134,713
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
62%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.7%
% Population in Labor Force
32.2%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
56°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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