Lely, FL

Population
3,804
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
9 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$326,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$2,347/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$69,846
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Lely is a quiet residential community nestled in Southwest Florida, just five miles southeast of downtown Naples. With a population of around 3,700, it offers a relaxed suburban lifestyle surrounded by manicured golf courses, leafy neighborhoods, and coastal nature preserves. Living here puts you minutes from the Gulf Coast's famous white-sand beaches without being caught in the middle of seasonal tourist crowds. It sits right along U.S. 41, making daily commutes and weekend trips to Marco Island simple and fast.

Families in the area are served by Collier County Public Schools, including Lely Elementary and nearby high school campuses. Everyday convenience is a major draw, with grocery stores, local dining, and shopping plazas scattered along the main roads. Between the community golf clubs, neighborhood parks, and easy access to boating and fishing, Lely provides a comfortable, sunny setting for anyone seeking a peaceful corner of the Naples area.

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