Maple Ridge is one of the most established, sought-after, and amenity-rich neighborhoods within the award-winning master-planned community of Ave Maria, Florida. Developed by CC Homes, Maple Ridge has become one of the best-selling residential communities in Ave Maria, offering a diverse selection of single-family homes, resort-style amenities, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Known for its spacious floor plans, modern construction, and exceptional lifestyle offerings, Maple Ridge attracts families, retirees, seasonal residents, and professionals seeking a vibrant Southwest Florida community.
Located in the heart of Ave Maria, Maple Ridge enjoys a prime location near the town’s schools, parks, shopping, dining, and recreational facilities. Residents benefit from easy access to the Ave Maria Town Center, where restaurants, retail shops, healthcare services, fitness facilities, and year-round community events create a walkable and connected lifestyle. The neighborhood’s central location allows homeowners to enjoy the convenience of modern amenities while maintaining the small-town charm that has made Ave Maria one of the fastest-growing communities in the nation.
Maple Ridge features a wide variety of home collections designed to accommodate different lifestyles and household sizes. Homes generally range from approximately 1,100 square feet to over 4,000 square feet of living space, with floor plans offering two to six bedrooms. Residences feature open-concept designs, spacious kitchens, high ceilings, impact-resistant windows, energy-efficient construction, smart-home technology, and expansive indoor-outdoor living spaces. Many homes also offer lakefront, preserve, or landscaped views that enhance the community’s appeal.
One of Maple Ridge’s defining features is Club Maple Ridge, an exclusive private amenity center available to residents. This approximately 10,000-square-foot clubhouse serves as the social and recreational hub of the community and features a resort-style swimming pool, fitness center, saunas, coffee bar, children's play areas, event spaces, and a full calendar of community activities coordinated by a dedicated lifestyle director. The clubhouse is designed to provide recreational opportunities for residents of all ages while fostering a strong sense of community.
In addition to the clubhouse, residents enjoy access to numerous outdoor amenities including walking trails, bike paths, sports fields, playgrounds, parks, lakes, and green spaces throughout the community. Recreational opportunities such as basketball courts, baseball fields, tennis courts, soccer fields, and nearby golf facilities support an active outdoor lifestyle that takes full advantage of Southwest Florida’s year-round climate.
Families are particularly drawn to Maple Ridge because of its proximity to schools and family-oriented amenities. The neighborhood offers a welcoming environment with sidewalks, open spaces, and numerous opportunities for children and adults to participate in community activities. Frequent festivals, farmers markets, holiday celebrations, and town events throughout Ave Maria help create a close-knit atmosphere that distinguishes the community from many traditional residential developments.
The neighborhood’s design emphasizes connectivity, wellness, and quality of life. Tree-lined streets, scenic lakes, landscaped common areas, and pedestrian-friendly pathways encourage residents to spend time outdoors and engage with their neighbors. As part of Ave Maria’s Certified Blue Zones Community® initiative, Maple Ridge supports a lifestyle centered around health, activity, and social connection.
Beyond the neighborhood itself, homeowners enjoy access to all of Ave Maria’s expanding amenities. The Town Center features more than 60 businesses, restaurants, cafés, retail shops, parks, recreational facilities, a water park, dog parks, fitness opportunities, and community gathering spaces. Residents also benefit from proximity to Ave Maria University, the iconic Ave Maria Church, and a growing healthcare infrastructure that continues to enhance the community’s long-term appeal.
Maple Ridge also benefits from Ave Maria’s continued growth and recognition as one of America’s top-selling master-planned communities. Ongoing residential expansion, commercial development, healthcare investments, and infrastructure improvements continue to attract new residents and support long-term property values. This continued growth has helped position Maple Ridge as one of the most desirable neighborhoods within the greater Ave Maria market.
Real estate within Maple Ridge remains highly desirable due to its combination of modern construction, extensive amenities, diverse floor plans, and central location. Buyers are attracted to the neighborhood’s strong sense of community, resort-style amenities, and value compared to many coastal Southwest Florida communities. Whether seeking a primary residence, seasonal home, or investment property, Maple Ridge offers one of the most comprehensive lifestyle experiences available in Ave Maria.
Lifestyle at Maple Ridge
Life at Maple Ridge revolves around community, recreation, and convenience. Residents enjoy spending time at Club Maple Ridge, participating in neighborhood events, exercising on walking trails, relaxing by the resort-style pool, and taking advantage of the many amenities available throughout Ave Maria. Whether attending a community festival, gathering with friends at the clubhouse, enjoying outdoor sports, or exploring the Town Center by golf cart, homeowners experience a lifestyle centered around connection, wellness, and active living.
Your Local Ave Maria Real Estate Experts
The McGreevy and Comisar Team at Domain Realty is led by Jesse McGreevy and Marc Comisar, Southwest Florida real estate specialists with extensive experience throughout Ave Maria, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers, and the region’s premier residential communities. Together, they have completed more than 1,700 transactions and over $860 million in career sales throughout Southwest Florida.
Jesse and Marc regularly help buyers and sellers navigate Maple Ridge real estate, providing guidance on resale homes, new construction opportunities, HOA considerations, community amenities, market trends, investment opportunities, seasonal and year-round living, and long-term property values. Their local expertise helps clients understand the unique lifestyle advantages of owning within one of Ave Maria’s most established and amenity-rich neighborhoods.
