Corkscrew Grove Villages is a planned Alico, Inc. community on former citrus land near Corkscrew Road and State Road 82 in Collier County, where Collier, Lee and Hendry counties meet. On April 28, 2026, Collier County commissioners voted 5–0 to approve the first phase, Corkscrew Grove East Village, for up to 4,502 homes. A second, similar West Village is planned. Here is what the approval means for buyers around Estero.
What Was Approved
- Homes: up to 4,502 dwelling units, including 362 affordable homes for essential workers and at least 10% multi-family.
- Commercial: up to about 238,600 square feet of neighborhood retail and office, plus up to 100,000 square feet of self-storage.
- Civic uses: at least 45,020 square feet, with plans that include an elementary school, a sheriff’s substation, a fire station, parks and bike paths.
- Conservation: Alico has committed more than 6,000 acres to permanent conservation at no cost to taxpayers, and a land exchange opens a wildlife corridor for Florida panthers.
Timeline: When Could Homes Be Built?
Not soon. Alico says construction could begin in 2028 or 2029, once state and federal permits are in hand. WGCU reported that the timeline remains unclear because those approvals are still required. A West Village of similar size is planned, which would bring the two villages to roughly 9,000 homes over about 3,000 acres.
Why It Matters for Estero
Corkscrew Road is the main route between these villages and Estero, so residents would likely shop, work and fly out of the Estero area, with Coconut Point, Miromar Outlets, FGCU and Southwest Florida International Airport all reached by Corkscrew Road. Combined with Kingston in Lee County, Engage Estero projects that the east Corkscrew corridor could grow from about 22,000 residents today to more than 70,000 over the coming decade or more.
For today’s buyers, the practical takeaways are:
- Expect more traffic and road improvements along east Corkscrew Road over time.
- Expect more shopping, services and medical offices to follow the new rooftops.
- If you want a home now, established and newer communities such as Corkscrew Shores, The Place at Corkscrew, RiverCreek and Verdana Village are already built or selling.
The Environmental Debate
The project sits near important Florida panther habitat. Supporters point to the land exchange and conservation commitments; opponents who spoke at the hearing raised concerns about habitat fragmentation and more vehicles in panther territory. A wildlife underpass is already being built with the Florida Department of Transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Corkscrew Grove?
Corkscrew Grove Villages is in Collier County near Corkscrew Road and State Road 82, on former citrus grove land where Collier, Lee and Hendry counties meet, east of Estero.
How many homes will Corkscrew Grove have?
The approved East Village allows up to 4,502 homes. A similar West Village is planned, for roughly 9,000 homes across both villages.
When will Corkscrew Grove be built?
Alico says construction could begin in 2028 or 2029, after state and federal permits are secured.
Who is developing Corkscrew Grove?
Alico, Inc., a Florida agribusiness and land company, is the developer.
Development plans, builders, prices and timelines come from the developers, local government and news reports as of September 2026 and can change. Confirm current details with the builder’s sales center before you buy.
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Sources
- Alico, Inc.: Unanimous approval from Collier County for Corkscrew Grove East Village
- WGCU: Collier commissioners OK land exchange for Corkscrew Grove East Village
- Engage Estero: Greater Estero Community Report, September 2026
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