Cascades at Estero is a gated, 55+ active-adult community of 614 single-family homes off Estero Parkway, between US-41 and Three Oaks Parkway in Estero, Florida. Built by Levitt & Sons and completed by Medallion Home, it is known for a 28,000 sq ft clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, racquet sports and an all-inclusive HOA that covers lawn care, cable, internet and alarm monitoring.
Cascades at Estero market snapshot compiled from local MLS-based brokerage reports, September 2026. Prices change daily; see the live MLS listings below.
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About Cascades at Estero
Cascades at Estero was started by Levitt & Sons in 2002 and finished by Medallion Home beginning in 2009. The 158-acre community is gated with a staffed entry and sits west of I-75 off Estero Parkway, close to Coconut Point and US-41. Every home is a single-family detached home, which is less common for 55+ communities in Southwest Florida, where many offer attached villas.
Cascades is an age-restricted community under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act: at least 80% of occupied homes must have a resident who is 55 or older. Review the association’s rules on occupancy, guests and leasing before you buy.
Cascades at Estero Housing Options
Homes range from about 1,500 to 2,550 sq ft with two to three bedrooms and two-car garages, a size range that fits full-time retirees and seasonal owners alike.
Levitt & Sons and Medallion Home offered plans in three series, the Dynasty, Majestic and Phoenician, ranging from two-bedroom designs to larger three-bedroom plans, some with a den or flex room. Many owners have added private pools, extended lanais and screened enclosures over the years, so two homes with the same floor plan can look and feel very different inside. Ask for the permit history on any additions.
Lake-view homes and homes with private pools generally sell at a premium over interior lots.
Cascades at Estero Builders & Floor Plans
Levitt & Sons built most of the community between 2002 and 2007, and Medallion Home completed the remaining homesites starting in 2009. Floor plans include the Anastasia, Carrington, Aruba, St. Kitts, Montego, Ventana and Las Palmas. Because homes are now 15 to more than 20 years old, updates vary widely: some have new roofs, impact windows and remodeled kitchens, while others are closer to original condition.
As a broker who also holds a Florida general contractor license, Sal can help you estimate what it would cost to update a home and how those updates affect value and insurance.
Cascades at Estero Amenities
Cascades has one of the most extensive clubhouses of any 55+ community in the area:
- 28,000 sq ft clubhouse with a ballroom, billiards, card rooms and library
- Arts and crafts studio with kilns
- Indoor and outdoor heated pools
- Har-Tru tennis courts, 4 pickleball courts and bocce
- Walking and biking trails
- A racket sports director and an activities director running a full social calendar
Cascades at Estero Location & Commute
Cascades sits off Estero Parkway between US-41 and Three Oaks Parkway, west of I-75, in the 33928 ZIP code. Coconut Point and Florida Gulf Coast University are about 10 minutes away, Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) about 15 to 20 minutes, and the Gulf beaches about 20 to 30 minutes. Healthcare, including Lee Health’s Coconut Point campus, is close by.
The location west of I-75 means shorter trips to the beaches and US-41 shopping than communities on east Corkscrew Road.
Cascades at Estero HOA Fees
Cascades has an all-inclusive HOA. Quarterly dues have run about $1,180 to $1,456 and include:
- Lawn care and irrigation water
- Cable TV and internet
- Alarm monitoring
- The staffed gate and use of all amenities
A one-time transfer fee (about $2,500) is due at closing. Ask whether any CDD or special assessment applies to the specific home, and review the current budget and reserves. Estimate your monthly cost with our mortgage calculator.
Cascades at Estero Market Snapshot
Over the past 12 months, Cascades at Estero homes sold for a median of about $418,000, with sales ranging from about $275,000 to $650,000. Updated pool homes on lake lots sit at the top of the range. For a gated 55+ community with single-family homes and an all-inclusive HOA in central Estero, that makes Cascades one of the better values in the area.
Selling in Cascades? Buyers compare condition and updates closely. Get a free valuation on our What’s My Home Worth? page.
Who Cascades at Estero Is Best For
Cascades is a strong fit for active adults 55 and over who want a detached home, a busy social calendar and predictable monthly costs, close to shopping, healthcare and the beaches. It suits both full-time retirees and snowbirds. Buyers under 55, or those who want newer construction, should compare RiverCreek or The Reserve at Estero next door.
Tips for Buying in Cascades at Estero
Focus on roof age, AC age, windows and plumbing, since most homes are original 2000s construction. Request the wind mitigation report and four-point inspection, and get insurance quotes early. Confirm occupancy and leasing rules if you plan to rent the home part of the year, and review the association’s reserve study. Our Southwest Florida Hurricane Center covers evacuation zones and flood insurance for Estero.
Cascades at Estero FAQ
Can someone under 55 buy in Cascades at Estero?
Cascades is a 55+ community under federal rules requiring at least 80% of occupied homes to have a resident 55 or older. Review the association’s specific age and occupancy rules before buying.
Who built Cascades at Estero?
Levitt & Sons built most of the community from 2002 to 2007, and Medallion Home completed it starting in 2009.
What do the HOA fees in Cascades include?
Dues of about $1,180 to $1,456 per quarter have included lawn care, irrigation water, cable and internet, alarm monitoring, the staffed gate and all amenities.
Are there villas or condos in Cascades?
No. Cascades at Estero is all single-family detached homes, from about 1,500 to 2,550 sq ft.
Are rentals allowed in Cascades at Estero?
Leasing is governed by the association’s rules, which may include minimum lease terms and age requirements. Check the current documents for the home you are considering.
Is Cascades at Estero built by GL Homes?
No. Cascades at Estero was built by Levitt & Sons and Medallion Home. GL Homes built RiverCreek, a different, all-ages Estero community.
Communities Near Cascades at Estero
Buyers looking at Cascades often also consider The Reserve at Estero next door, Belle Lago, and the all-ages communities of Bella Terra and RiverCreek.
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