W SR 80, La Belle, FL 33935 - Hendry County

Bella Villages is part of a 5,280 acre planned mixed-use community approved for a maximum residential density of 15,840 units, 1.5 million square feet of commercial space, and 350,000 square feet of industrial space as specified in the City of LaBelles comprehensive plan.

The subject property is comprised of 3,338 acres with a residential density of 9,800 units and 200 acres for commercial uses. The preliminary site plan has various land uses showing a community with health park, town square, assisted living facility, grand amenities & smaller community amenities, cemetery and various passive outdoor activities such as bicycling, walking paths, golf, tennis, pickle ball, swimming, canoeing, water features and preserves.

AMENITIES

The most obvious amenity today is the Caloosahatchee River which runs from the east to west coast with Lake Okeechobee in the middle. The river is dredged so large boats and yachts can safely navigate the waterway. A future off-site marina could add to the amenities of the community. In addition, there are various passive outdoor parks and recreational areas in the area. The area has some outdoor amenities however the majority will be built in the community.

Nearby shopping malls include Edison Mall (32.4 miles), Gulf Coast Town Center (38.6 miles), and Miromar Outlets (43.4 miles). A Wal-Mart super store is currently under construction just north of the subject property on State Road 80. Southwest Florida International Airport is located 47 minutes from the property.

CURRENT USE

The subject property has been owned and maintained by the Paul family as an operating citrus grove. As a result of citrus canker and greening the property has areas of vacant land and areas with declining trees.

HIGHEST AND BEST USE

The subject property offers a master planned developer the opportunity to develop and build out a phased active adult community with residential and mixed uses in southwest Florida.