The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples: Construction Progress, Sales Momentum & What Buyers Should Know
A look at one of Naples’ most anticipated Gulf-front developments — and what its construction trajectory signals for luxury buyers.
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples continues to gain momentum as one of the most significant branded luxury developments on Florida’s Gulf Coast. With vertical construction now complete across the primary buildings and the project steadily advancing toward occupancy, buyers are beginning to see clearer timelines, stronger pricing signals, and increasing scarcity within this boutique waterfront enclave.
As Naples evolves into a global destination for ultra-luxury real estate, projects carrying internationally recognized hospitality brands are attracting heightened attention — and The Ritz-Carlton Residences is no exception.
A Major Construction Milestone
The development has officially topped off, with the two tallest tower buildings reaching their full 12-story height and structural work completed on four of the five buildings within the community.
This milestone typically represents a pivotal shift in the construction cycle, signaling reduced structural risk and a transition toward interior build-out, glazing, and amenity installation.
Current projections indicate the property is on track to receive its temporary certificate of occupancy in the near term, with move-ins anticipated beginning in early 2026. For buyers evaluating timing, this places the residences firmly within the next wave of newly delivered luxury inventory in Naples.
Strong Sales Reflect Buyer Confidence
Demand has remained exceptionally strong. Approximately 75% of the 128 residences have already sold, representing roughly $475 million in total sales volume.
This level of absorption — well ahead of completion — often signals both buyer confidence and limited remaining opportunities within the development.
Residences feature expansive three-, four-, and five-bedroom floorplans, with pricing reportedly starting around $5 million+, alongside a limited collection of penthouses designed to capture panoramic Gulf and lagoon views.
A Boutique Gulf-Front Lifestyle
Unlike larger high-rise corridors, The Ritz-Carlton Residences is intentionally designed as a more intimate, estate-style community spanning five boutique buildings.
Planned amenities reflect the brand’s hospitality DNA and include:
• A private 22-slip marina
• Direct access to Vanderbilt Beach
• A 28,000-square-foot Vanderbilt Club with restaurant, lounge, and spa
• Resort-style pools and outdoor gathering spaces
• Fitness and wellness facilities
• Walking trails, green spaces, and a putting green
• Concierge-level services associated with the Ritz-Carlton brand
For many buyers, this blend of waterfront positioning and hotel-style service creates a lock-and-leave ownership experience increasingly favored by seasonal and global homeowners.
Why Timing Matters for Buyers
Projects approaching completion often attract a distinct buyer profile — those seeking new construction without the extended uncertainty of early pre-development phases.
At this stage, purchasers typically benefit from:
• Greater clarity on delivery timelines
• Confidence in building scale and view corridors
• More predictable construction progress
• The ability to plan occupancy or seasonal use
However, late-cycle buying can also mean fewer floorplan choices and diminished negotiating leverage as inventory tightens.
Positioned Within Naples’ Evolving Luxury Landscape
Branded residences continue to reshape the upper tier of Naples real estate, appealing to buyers who value service, prestige, and long-term property relevance.
The Ritz-Carlton Residences occupies a particularly strategic location — nestled between two existing Ritz-Carlton resorts and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Gulf of Mexico and Vanderbilt Lagoon.
Availability of brand-new waterfront residences in this area remains exceptionally rare, further reinforcing the project’s positioning as a potential legacy asset within the Naples market.
What Comes Next
With structural construction complete, the next phases buyers can expect include:
• Interior framing and finish work
• Exterior detailing and glazing
• Amenity construction
• Landscape installation
• Final inspections and occupancy approvals
As the development moves through these stages, pricing typically stabilizes and resale conversations often begin even before first closings occur — a pattern frequently seen in high-demand branded projects.
Considering The Ritz-Carlton Residences — or comparing it to other Gulf-front opportunities in Naples?
Email Marcia for a Private ConsultationAs The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples advances toward completion, the project is transitioning from vision to reality. For luxury buyers evaluating new construction on the Gulf, this stage offers a rare combination of certainty, prestige, and proximity to delivery — all within one of Southwest Florida’s most supply-constrained waterfront corridors.
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