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East Terry Street Construction Is Underway: Here’s What’s Changing in Bonita Springs
Work has officially begun along East Terry Street, and this project is shaping up to be more than a simple repaving job. Drivers and residents near that corridor should expect ongoing activity as crews get to work on what sounds like significant infrastructure changes. It's worth keeping an eye on alternate routes and giving yourself a little extra time if East Terry Street is part of your regular commute.
Work underway at Lee project that includes 600 apartments, 190-room hotel
Construction has kicked off on a large mixed-use project just across from Coconut Point mall, which will bring 600 apartments and a 190-room hotel to the area. The first phase focuses on residential units alongside ground-floor retail space, adding a new neighborhood-style hub to that corridor. For residents already living in Bonita Springs, it's a sign of how quickly the area between here and Estero is filling in with places to live, shop, and stay.
Meet the Bonita Springs Maker Behind Black Mangrove Woodworks
Carlos Castro is a Bonita Springs-based woodworker who blends computer-aided design with hands-on craftsmanship to create custom pieces for homes and hospitality spaces throughout Southwest Florida. His studio, Black Mangrove Woodworks, takes its name from the coastal trees that define our corner of Florida — a nice nod to the local landscape right in the brand itself. If you've been thinking about a custom shelving unit, a statement dining table, or anything in between, it's worth knowing this kind of talent is right here in your own backyard.
The New Retail Reshaping Downtown Bonita Springs
From Midtown at Bonita’s growing tenant list to new boutiques on Old 41, here’s the retail wave coming to downtown and the surrounding area.
Oakes Farms withdraws Bonita Springs venue proposal
After months of anticipation, Oakes Farms has pulled its application for Oakes Landing before the project ever reached a formal zoning review, with the withdrawal request officially filed on June 15. The development had been pitched as a large-scale entertainment destination featuring live music venues and family-friendly spaces somewhere in Bonita Springs. For now, that stretch of potential activity remains on hold, though nothing prevents the developer from coming back to the table with a revised plan down the road.
68-acre Lee County project adds tenants, including popular donut shop
Midtown at Bonita, the large mixed-use development taking shape near Interstate 75, has locked in five new restaurant and retail tenants as the project continues to evolve its commercial lineup. Among the incoming businesses is a donut shop that already has a following in the area, giving residents another nearby reason to make the short trip off the highway. For those of us living downtown, it's a sign that the commercial side of this 68-acre development is starting to fill in with the kind of everyday spots that make a neighborhood feel complete.
Midtown at Bonita Adds Five New Tenants as Leasing Momentum Continues
The mixed-use Midtown at Bonita development keeps building out its tenant roster, with five additional retailers now confirmed to join previously announced anchors TJ Maxx and Ulta Beauty. While the full list of newcomers was not included here, the steady stream of leasing announcements signals that this project is moving closer to becoming a genuine everyday destination for Bonita Springs residents. For neighbors watching this development take shape, it is worth keeping an eye on further updates as opening timelines come into focus.
One West Marine location to close in SW Florida following bankruptcy
The West Marine store on Bonita Crossings Boulevard is set to close as part of the company's bankruptcy proceedings, though no specific closing date has been announced yet. For boaters and water sports enthusiasts in the area, this means losing a convenient local source for marine supplies and gear. It's worth stocking up on any essentials soon, and keeping an eye out for potential clearance sales as the closure moves forward.
Weeks Fish Camp legacy lives on as Bonita Springs boat launch reopens
After sitting closed for more than ten years, the boat launch at the site of the historic Weeks Fish Camp is finally open to the public again, giving Bonita Springs residents a long-awaited way to get back on the water. The waterfront property carries real local history, and its return is welcome news for anyone who loves spending time along our stretch of the Imperial River corridor. If you have been looking for a convenient launch point close to home, this is worth checking out.
Midtown at Bonita Lands TJ Maxx and Ulta, Nears 100K Sq Ft Leased
The Midtown at Bonita development on Bonita Beach Road is filling up fast, with more than 18 tenants now signed on, including TJ Maxx, Ulta Beauty, Chipotle, and Panera Bread. When the 68-acre mixed-use project is finished, it will bring 315,000 square feet of shopping and dining alongside 400 luxury apartments to the area. For residents along that corridor, that means serious everyday conveniences — from quick lunch runs to beauty and home goods — all within a short drive.
New Bonita Springs condo offers 'resort within a resort'
A new condominium development called Infinity at The Colony is bringing an upscale, amenity-rich living experience to Bonita Springs, set within the established surroundings of The Colony Golf and Bay Club. The project leans into a resort-style lifestyle, with the country club setting doing a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to recreation and community feel. For residents already enjoying downtown Bonita, it's a reminder of just how many distinct and well-appointed neighborhoods are taking shape across the area.
Revana Lakes Approved — 299 Homes Coming to Bonita Beach Road
The Bonita Springs City Council approved a new neighborhood called Revana Lakes, giving the green light to 299 homes and 80,000 square feet of retail space on 204 acres along Bonita Beach Road, directly across from the Palmira community. The vote was close at 4-3, reflecting the kind of community conversation that tends to surround larger developments in our area. If the timeline holds, neighbors can expect construction activity to begin sometime in 2027.
Vivid Shores — 1,031-Acre Luxury Lakefront Community Taking Shape
A large new gated neighborhood called Vivid Shores is being developed in the area by STOCK Luxury Homes and Pulte Homes, spanning over a thousand acres of lakefront land. Homes will range from roughly 2,700 to more than 4,000 square feet on generously sized lots, with resort-style amenities planned throughout the community. Model homes are expected to open in 2026, so it will be a little while before the neighborhood comes to life, but it's worth keeping on your radar if you're thinking about what growth is coming to the broader Bonita Springs region.
