Black Bear Ridge market snapshot
Homes, condos and townhomes. Source: Naples MLS listing data, updated October 27, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
About Black Bear Ridge
Black Bear Ridge is a gated community of approximately 100 single-family homes in North Naples, located off Vanderbilt Beach Road near Collier Boulevard. The neighborhood offers an intimate alternative to the area’s larger master-planned developments, with just a few residential streets surrounded by lakes, landscaping and open space. Its location provides convenient access to shopping, dining and everyday services along both Vanderbilt Beach Road and Immokalee Road, with I-75, Mercato, Gulf beaches and other North Naples destinations also easily accessible.
Homes in Black Bear Ridge include both one- and two-story designs, generally offering approximately 2,000 to more than 3,500 square feet of living space with attached two- or three-car garages. Floor plans range from comfortable three-bedroom designs to larger homes with four or five bedrooms, dens, lofts and flexible living areas. Many residences feature private pools, screened lanais and expanded outdoor entertaining spaces, while homesites may offer lake or landscaped views. Because individual owners have continued to improve their properties over time, buyers will find differences in interior renovations, hurricane protection, pool features and outdoor living from one home to another.
Black Bear Ridge combines private single-family living with a modest collection of shared amenities. Residents have access to a clubhouse, community pool, fitness facilities and play area, while association-provided lawn and landscape maintenance reduces some of the routine exterior upkeep associated with owning a detached home. For buyers who want a smaller gated North Naples neighborhood without the scale of a resort or country club community, Black Bear Ridge offers a practical balance.
Why People Like the Black Bear Ridge Community
- Small Neighborhood Setting: With approximately 100 homes, Black Bear Ridge feels considerably more intimate than many of North Naples’ larger gated communities.
- Spacious Single-Family Homes: One- and two-story designs provide a range of layouts, including larger homes with flexible spaces and two- or three-car garages.
- Private Outdoor Living: Many properties include private pools, screened lanais and outdoor entertaining areas in addition to the community’s shared pool.
- Lawn Maintenance Included: Association-provided lawn and landscape maintenance reduces some of the routine upkeep associated with single-family ownership.
- Community Amenities Without a Country Club: A pool, clubhouse, fitness facilities and play area provide convenient recreation without a mandatory golf or private-club membership.
- Convenient North Naples Location: Vanderbilt Beach Road, Collier Boulevard and nearby I-75 provide easy access to shopping, dining, beaches and destinations throughout the area.
What You Need to Know About Living in Black Bear Ridge
- Homes Vary Considerably: Black Bear Ridge includes different floor plans, sizes and construction years, and individual owners have made additional improvements over time. Condition, renovation level and hurricane protection should be evaluated property by property.
- Private Pools Are Property-Specific: Many residences have private pools and spas, but these are not universal. Buyers who prioritize private outdoor recreation should evaluate the individual home.
- HOA Services Have Defined Limits: Lawn and landscape maintenance and several community services are provided through the homeowners association, but buyers should review current documents to understand exactly which responsibilities remain with the homeowner.
- Homesite Orientation Matters: Lake and interior locations can provide different views, privacy and rear exposures, making the individual homesite an important part of comparing properties.
- Association Rules Apply: Leasing, pets, parking, architectural changes and other property-use matters are governed by the community documents and should be verified during the purchase process.
- No Mandatory Golf or Country Club: Black Bear Ridge is not a golf community, so ownership is not tied to a private-club membership.
Current listings
Black Bear Ridge Homes for Sale
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Black Bear Ridge Amenities
Black Bear Ridge offers a comfortable collection of shared amenities appropriate for its smaller scale. The community includes a clubhouse and community room, swimming pool, fitness room and children’s play area, providing convenient options for exercise, relaxation and neighborhood gatherings. Sidewalks, streetlights and landscaped common areas extend throughout the residential streets.
The amenity package is intentionally more modest than those found in Naples’ large resort communities. Many homeowners supplement the shared facilities with private pools, spas and outdoor living areas at their own residences. Combined with association-provided lawn and landscape maintenance, this allows residents to enjoy many of the conveniences of a larger gated development while maintaining the feel of a small single-family neighborhood.
What Is Near Black Bear Ridge?
Downtown Naples (5th Avenue South): 9.7 miles
Closest beach: Clam Pass Park, 7.7 miles
RSW Airport: 20 miles
Nearby golf: Quail Creek Country Club, 4 miles
Notable shopping & dining nearby: Shoppes of Pebblebrooke, 1.6 miles
Closest park: Vineyards Community Park, 2.6 miles
(Distances are approximate straight-line distances.)
Black Bear Ridge Floor Plans
Floor plans are provided as a complimentary resource to help you understand the layouts available in Black Bear Ridge. Plans and specifications can change, so confirm details for any specific home.
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Where Is Black Bear Ridge?
Black Bear Ridge FAQ
Where is Black Bear Ridge located?
Black Bear Ridge is in North Naples, off Vanderbilt Beach Road near Collier Boulevard. Immokalee Road, I-75, Mercato and the Gulf beaches are all easy to reach.
What types of homes are in Black Bear Ridge?
It is a gated community of about 100 single-family homes in one- and two-story designs of roughly 2,000 to more than 3,500 square feet. Plans run from three to five bedrooms with two- or three-car garages, and many homes have private pools and screened lanais.
Is club membership required in Black Bear Ridge?
No, it is not a golf community and ownership is not tied to a private club. The gated community does have an HOA that provides lawn and landscape maintenance, so review what remains the owner's responsibility.
What amenities does Black Bear Ridge offer?
Residents share a clubhouse and community room, swimming pool, fitness room and children's play area. Sidewalks, streetlights and landscaped common areas line the streets.
How big is Black Bear Ridge compared with other North Naples communities?
With roughly 100 homes on just a few streets surrounded by lakes and open space, it feels far more intimate than the area's large master-planned developments. It works well for buyers who want a smaller gated neighborhood without resort or country club scale.
Last updated October 2026 by Renee Hahn, Your Naples Expert. Community details, fees and amenities can change, so confirm specifics for any home you are considering.
