NAPLES, Fla. — Publix has opened its newest store in Naples, delivering a modernized shopping experience and a major retail anchor to one of Collier County’s most rapidly expanding suburban corridors. Located at 1715 Oil Well Road within The Shoppes at Orange Blossom, the new supermarket directly serves the booming residential growth across Golden Gate Estates and Northeast Naples. (Sources cited below)
As Publix continues expanding across Florida’s highest-growth markets, this new store reinforces the grocer’s longstanding role as the state’s most influential and sought-after retail anchor.
A Modern Publix Built for Today’s Shopper
Spanning 48,387 square feet, the new Publix location offers an enhanced lineup of departments, services, and in-store amenities tailored to consumer expectations for convenience, quality, and fresh offerings. Features include:
✔ Fresh Produce & Organics
A wide selection of organic produce, seasonal items, and Publix-exclusive offerings.
✔ Full-Service Deli
Including the iconic Publix subs, Boar’s Head products, grab-and-go meals, antipasti, and an extensive specialty cheese collection.
✔ Scratch Bakery
Fresh breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, and custom-ordered desserts for celebrations and special occasions.
✔ Meat & Seafood
Custom cuts, Publix GreenWise selections, wild-caught seafood, sushi, and ready-to-cook options.
✔ Pharmacy With Drive-Thru
Prescriptions, health essentials, immunizations, and convenient drive-thru pickup.
✔ Adjacent Publix Liquors
Featuring wine, beer, spirits, mixers, and specialty beverages.
This modern store format enhances the shopper experience while increasing The Shoppes at Orange Blossom’s visibility and long-term value.
Why This Opening Matters for Naples & Collier County
1. A High-Growth Residential Corridor Is Fueling Retail Demand
Oil Well Road, Golden Gate Estates, and Northeast Naples are among the most rapidly growing housing markets in Southwest Florida. The Publix opening supports:
- Expanding single-family home development
- Continued population inflow
- Increased household spending
- Stronger demand for daily-needs retail and services
This area is quickly transitioning from rural-suburban to a major residential hub.
2. Publix Anchors Significantly Enhance Retail Center Value
Across Florida, Publix-anchored centers command:
- Higher traffic volumes
- Strong tenant demand
- Higher rent premiums
- Lower vacancy rates
With Publix now driving daily visits, The Shoppes at Orange Blossom is expected to become a primary commercial node for the surrounding neighborhoods.
3. Outparcel and Pad Site Values Increase Immediately
Publix openings reliably elevate nearby commercial land value. As customer traffic increases, developers and tenants typically seek:
- QSR and drive-thru locations
- Coffee and beverage operators
- Fitness and wellness studios
- Medical offices and urgent care
- Pet care, grooming, salons, and essential services
Expect surrounding parcels along Oil Well Road and Immokalee Road to see accelerated activity.
4. Employment & Economic Impact
New Publix stores typically employ 100–150 team members, and their presence often leads to additional hiring from co-tenants and neighboring businesses. This creates both direct and indirect economic benefits for the corridor.
How This Store Influences Commercial Development in Naples
For CRE brokers, landowners, and developers, the opening of this Publix reinforces several strategic indicators:
- North Naples and Golden Gate Estates remain in a high-growth cycle
- Retail absorption is outpacing supply in key suburban pockets
- Pad-site leasing will accelerate, particularly for drive-thru and service-oriented tenants
- Mixed-use and multifamily developments in the broader area gain feasibility
- Long-term demand for healthcare, education, and neighborhood services is rising
Publix’s presence acts as a stabilizing and value-enhancing force, anchoring future growth across the Northeast Naples submarket.
Summary
The new Publix at 1715 Oil Well Road is more than a grocery store opening—it’s a catalyst for continued residential and commercial expansion across Northeast Naples. As population growth reshapes Collier County’s suburban landscape, this Publix stands as a central anchor for community life, retail activation, and long-term development momentum…