Welcome to the crown jewel of The National Golf & Country Club! Perfectly positioned on the most coveted lot in the entire community, this exceptional lakeside residence delivers unobstructed water and golf course views from every angle—a rare and breathtaking backdrop that simply cannot be replicated. Set on a premier southwest-facing homesite, this stunning lakeside model captures golden sunsets over the water from its heated saltwater pool and spa, framed by the largest patio in the collection—ideal for entertaining, relaxing, and soaking in the serene beauty that surrounds you. Offering 2,720 square feet of refined living, 14 FOOT CEILINGS, this home features three spacious bedrooms, a large den, and three full bathrooms, thoughtfully designed with open, light-filled spaces that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living. A three-car garage adds both convenience and functionality, while the flowing floor plan ensures every room enjoys picturesque views. Quiet, Cul-De-Sac street, no thru traffic- perfect for families! This is a Social Membership home, providing access to world-class amenities while offering a rare and compelling opportunity for golf enthusiasts. The seller also has a separate Golf Condo available for purchase, currently rented at $2,200 per month without golf, allowing you to retain your golf membership through the condo while generating passive income. In other words—you can enjoy the home of your dreams on the best lot in the community, keep your golf privileges, and offset ownership with rental income—a truly unique lifestyle and investment opportunity rarely available in The National. Luxury. Location. Strategy. This one checks every box.
Sold for $862,000
$862,000
5496 Whistling Straights CT, AVE MARIA, FL 34142
3beds
2,720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2024
0.25 Acres Lot
$857,800 Zestimate®
$317/sqft
$5,867 Estimated rent
Home value
$857,800
$772,000 - $952,000
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Three spacious bedroomsExceptional lakeside residenceLarge denPremier southwest-facing homesite
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Listed by:
Jessica Howard, LLC 754-265-6582,
eXp Realty LLC
Bought with:
NMLS NMLS
Source: SWFLMLS,MLS#: 226005083
Originating MLS: Naples
Originating MLS: NaplesFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Den - Study, Guest Bath, Guest Room, Office, Screened Lanai/Porch, 3 Bedrooms Plus Den
Dining room
- Features: Dining - Family, Eat-in Kitchen
Kitchen
- Features: Island
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Refrigerator/Freezer, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Tub
Features
- Built-In Cabinets, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Fire Sprinkler, French Doors, Laundry Tub, Pantry, Smoke Detectors, Tray Ceiling(s), Volume Ceiling, Wheel Chair Access, Window Coverings, Den - Study, Guest Bath, Guest Room, Home Office, Laundry in Residence, Screened Lanai/Porch
- Flooring: Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Coverings, Shutters - Manual
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,268
- Total interior livable area: 2,720 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Golf Cart, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Wheel Chair Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened Lanai/Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Kitchen
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Community, In Ground, Concrete, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Community, In Ground, Concrete, Equipment Stays, Heated, Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course, Lake, Preserve
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Frontage type: Lakefront
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Oversize
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana, Tennis Court(s), Outdoor Kitchen
- Parcel number: 63760013523
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Block
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Assessment Paid
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Pool, Fitness Center, Golf, Putting Green, Racquetball, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Gated
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Gated Community, Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: THE NATIONAL GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB AT AVE MARIA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bike And Jog Path, Bocce Court, Business Center, Cabana, Clubhouse, Pool, Community Room, Spa/Hot Tub, Fitness Center, Full Service Spa, Golf Course, Guest Room, Internet Access, Pickleball, Private Membership, Putting Green, Racquetball, Restaurant, Sauna, Sidewalk, Streetlight, Tennis Court(s)
- HOA fee: $7,074 annually
Location
- Region: Ave Maria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $317/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $625,964
- Annual tax amount: $9,440
- Date on market: 1/31/2026
- Lease term: Buyer Finance/Cash
- Contingency: Inspection
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Sold | $862,000-7.2%$317/sqft |
Source:  SWFLMLS #226005083 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2026 | Pending sale | $929,000$342/sqft |
Source: SWFLMLS #226005083 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2026 | Price change | $929,000-2.1%$342/sqft |
Source: SWFLMLS #226005083 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2026 | Price change | $949,000-2.1%$349/sqft |
Source: SWFLMLS #226005083 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $969,000+26.5%$356/sqft |
Source: SWFLMLS #226005083 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Lennar Homes Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2023 | Price change | $765,922-6.1%$282/sqft |
Source: Lennar Homes Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2023 | Price change | $815,922+13.2%$300/sqft |
Source: Lennar Homes Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2023 | Listed for sale | $720,922$265/sqft |
Source: Lennar Homes Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,306 +9.2% | $625,964 +8.4% |
| 2024 | $9,440 +5476.7% | $577,684 +4137.4% |
| 2023 | $169 | $13,633 |
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Neighborhood: 34142
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- 7/10Estates Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 7.6 mi
- 8/10Corkscrew Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 10 mi
- 6/10Palmetto Ridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.4 mi
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