Dela Park Place is a low-density waterfront condominium community at 1020 S Collier Boulevard near the southern end of Marco Island. Completed in 1997, the community contains approximately 53 residences and combines Gulf and island views, private lanais, tropical grounds, a pool, fishing facilities, racquet recreation and a location convenient to South Marco Island's beaches, boating and dining.
Dela Park Place appeals to buyers who want a more intimate waterfront condominium environment than Marco Island's largest beachfront towers. Two- and three-bedroom residences provide different levels of guest and seasonal-living flexibility, while corner and end positions can benefit from additional natural light and broader water-view angles.
Address 1020 S Collier Boulevard
Completed 1997
Residences Approx. 53 Condos
Location South Marco Island
View Categories Gulf • Island • Waterfront
Residence Types 2 & 3 Bedrooms
Dela Park Place valuation sequence: floor-plan and bedroom category → living area → corner or interior position → floor elevation → Gulf, island and waterfront exposure → lanai size and orientation → parking and storage → storm protection → renovation → association reserves, insurance, assessments and capital projects → closest same-building comparable sales.
Dela Park Place at 1020 S Collier Boulevard
Dela Park Place occupies a distinctive position along the southern portion of Marco Island. Its location provides a more protected and natural coastal visual environment than many central Crescent Beach high-rises.
Depending on the individual residence, views can include Gulf water, surrounding coastal waterways, tropical landscaping and portions of the Ten Thousand Islands environment.
View quality should always be verified from the specific residence because floor level, orientation and surrounding sight lines materially affect the ownership experience.
Only About 53 Residences
Dela Park Place contains approximately 53 condominiums, creating a notably different ownership environment from buildings with several hundred units.
Lower density can mean less frequent turnover. Buyers seeking a particular three-bedroom end residence, floor or view orientation may encounter periods when very few directly comparable properties are available.
Two- and Three-Bedroom Residences
Dela Park Place offers both two- and three-bedroom condominium living. The correct comparable-sales analysis should therefore begin by separating residences according to bedroom configuration and usable living area.
Three-bedroom homes may be particularly attractive to buyers who need a dedicated guest room, home office or additional space for longer seasonal stays.
Buyers should verify the recorded floor plan and legal bedroom configuration rather than relying solely on current furnishings or marketing descriptions.
Three-Bedroom End Residences
End and corner residences can provide some of Dela Park Place's stronger combinations of natural light, multiple exposures and expanded water views.
A three-bedroom end residence should therefore be compared first with other three-bedroom and similar-position Dela Park Place transactions rather than mechanically with smaller two-bedroom units.
Corner Position & Natural Light
Corner and end positioning can influence value beyond square footage. Additional exterior exposure can provide more windows, broader sight lines and different morning or evening light.
Buyers should inspect view and natural light from the living area, kitchen, primary bedroom, guest bedrooms and private lanai before comparing asking prices.
Floor Height Matters
Higher floors can provide wider Gulf and island horizons and greater visual separation from landscaping and recreational areas.
Lower floors may instead create a closer relationship with tropical grounds, water, wildlife and the pool environment.
Floor height should never be considered in isolation. Residence orientation can be equally or more important.
Gulf Views
Selected Dela Park Place residences provide Gulf exposure from principal living areas, bedrooms and lanais.
A Gulf view should be evaluated for width, permanence, direction and any neighboring-building or landscaping influence rather than reduced to a simple yes-or-no feature.
Ten Thousand Islands Views
One of Dela Park Place's more distinctive visual characteristics is its relationship with the natural coastal landscape toward the Ten Thousand Islands.
This can produce a very different ownership experience from the developed western beachfront skyline and can be particularly appealing to buyers who value mangrove islands, marine wildlife and changing coastal scenery.
Marco Island Sunsets
Western and southwestern exposure can provide evening Gulf light and sunset views from selected residences.
Exact sunset visibility changes with orientation and season, so buyers should evaluate the specific unit rather than assume every Dela Park Place residence provides identical sunset exposure.
Private Lanais
Private lanais extend Dela Park Place living toward the water and tropical environment.
Compare usable depth and width, screening, privacy, orientation, wind, afternoon sun, railing or screen condition, flooring and hurricane protection.
The view from normal seated height can be just as important as the view presented in standing listing photographs.
Pool & Waterfront Recreation
Dela Park Place has been marketed with a community pool serving the relatively small owner population.
Buyers should review the pool's current condition, operating procedures, guest rules and any planned repairs or capital projects through current association information.
Fishing Pier & Waterfront Setting
Fishing facilities allow residents to interact directly with the South Marco Island waterfront rather than experiencing the water only from private lanais.
Current pier condition, use restrictions, maintenance responsibilities and any planned waterfront improvements should be verified during association due diligence.
Tennis & Racquet Amenities
Racquet recreation has historically been part of the Dela Park Place amenity environment.
Buyers should confirm the current court configuration, tennis or pickleball use, reservation procedures and guest rules because recreation programs can change over time.
Exercise & Gathering Areas
Exercise and resident gathering facilities complement the community's outdoor waterfront amenities.
The value of those spaces should be considered together with their current condition and the association expense required to maintain them.
Parking
Parking should be verified residence by residence.
Confirm the exact parking space associated with the condominium.
Determine whether rights are deeded, assigned or limited common elements.
Review covered versus uncovered status.
Confirm guest-parking rules.
Review current electric-vehicle charging policies.
Private Storage
Owner storage can be particularly valuable for seasonal Marco Island residents who need space for beach equipment, bicycles, luggage and other belongings.
Buyers should verify the exact storage locker or area transferring with the condominium and confirm its legal status and dimensions.
Renovated vs. More Original Condos
Dela Park Place was completed in 1997, so residences can now differ substantially in interior renovation and mechanical condition.
Updated homes may feature opened kitchens, newer cabinetry and counters, renovated bathrooms, contemporary flooring, improved lighting, impact-resistant openings and newer HVAC or plumbing components.
Permanent characteristics should still be compared first: residence category, floor, corner position, Gulf or island view, lanai, parking and storage.
Impact Glass & Storm Protection
Windows, sliding doors, shutters and other hurricane-protection systems may vary among individual Dela Park Place residences.
Buyers should inspect the actual condominium and verify permits, product approvals and responsibility for exterior openings through current condominium documents.
Association Financial Due Diligence
Dela Park Place buyers should review the condominium association with the same care given to the private residence.
Operating Budget
Review recurring expenses, contracts, utilities and current association obligations.
Reserve Funding
Review reserve balances, applicable reserve studies and planned future contributions.
Structural Information
Review applicable engineering, milestone and structural-maintenance documentation.
Master Insurance
Review property, wind and applicable flood coverage together with deductibles and owner responsibilities.
Waterfront Components
Review fishing-pier, shoreline and other waterfront maintenance where applicable.
Assessments
Determine whether assessments are outstanding, approved, contemplated or under discussion.
Roof, Elevators & Mechanical Systems
Buyers should review maintenance and capital planning for major building systems such as the roof, elevators, exterior envelope, plumbing, electrical systems, pool equipment and other common components.
A completely remodeled condominium can still carry future association-level financial exposure if major common-property projects remain ahead.
Flood & Coastal Insurance
Dela Park Place's South Marco Island waterfront setting makes property, wind and flood-insurance review particularly important.
Buyers should understand the distinction between association master insurance and the separate coverage required for the individual residence. Deductibles, interior improvements, loss-assessment coverage and recent claims history should be reviewed with qualified insurance professionals.
Rental Rules
Rental restrictions can influence both use and resale value.
Buyers considering seasonal or investment use should verify the current minimum lease term, number of permitted leases, application process, approval procedures, fees and occupancy restrictions through the current Dela Park Place condominium documents.
Pet Rules
Current pet policies should likewise be verified from the written condominium rules rather than inferred from an older listing.
Confirm the number, size, weight and type of pets permitted, together with any owner-versus-tenant limitations and common-area requirements.
How to Value a Dela Park Place Condo
The strongest valuation starts with Dela Park Place itself.
Bedroom category: separate two-bedroom and three-bedroom residences.
Living area: compare similar usable interior size.
Corner or end position: account for added light and view angles.
Floor: elevation affects horizon, privacy and landscape relationship.
Water view: distinguish Gulf, island and other waterfront exposures.
Lanai: compare usable size, orientation and privacy.
Parking: verify exact rights.
Storage: confirm the private allocation.
Storm protection: compare impact openings and shutters.
Renovation: adjust after permanent characteristics are aligned.
Association condition: account for reserves, insurance, assessments and capital projects.
Dela Park Place & the Luxury Waterfront Market
Dela Park Place is not an ultra-luxury Gulf-front tower such as Cape Marco or Madeira. Its strongest residences instead occupy a more intimate South Marco waterfront niche.
Premium three-bedroom end residences with stronger Gulf and Ten Thousand Islands views can compete near Marco Island's million-dollar waterfront threshold, while two-bedroom and less premium positions may occupy a lower price category.
That variation is precisely why one building-wide price-per-square-foot figure should not be used to value every Dela Park Place condominium.
Plantation provides a somewhat larger high-rise environment with direct Gulf and Caxambas Pass exposure, a fishing pier and residence sizes extending into very large combined and penthouse categories.
Dela Park Place offers fewer residences and a more intimate South Marco setting, with particular appeal in three-bedroom end units and Gulf/island view positions.
Dela Park Place vs. Courtyard Towers
Courtyard Towers emphasizes much larger three-bedroom interiors, navigable-water access and common boating facilities.
Dela Park Place emphasizes Gulf and island scenery, a lower residence count, fishing and the South Collier Boulevard waterfront environment.
Dela Park Place vs. Cape Marco
Cape Marco belongs to a substantially higher luxury tier with gated Gulf-front towers, much larger premium residences and extensive building-specific amenities.
Dela Park Place may appeal to buyers who want South Marco water views and lower-density condominium living without moving into Cape Marco's larger residence sizes and upper-luxury price structure.
Buying a Dela Park Place Condo
Begin by identifying the legal bedroom count, living area, corner or interior position and floor.
Next compare the permanent Gulf, island or other water view and evaluate the lanai from principal living areas. Confirm parking, storage, storm protection and renovation.
Review association budgets, reserves, engineering information, insurance, assessments and current capital projects before closing.
Selling a Dela Park Place Condo
Sellers should begin with recent Dela Park Place transactions from the closest residence category.
A premium three-bedroom end residence with broad Gulf and Ten Thousand Islands views should not be priced mechanically against a two-bedroom interior residence with a materially different orientation.
After permanent characteristics are aligned, renovation, storm protection, furnishings when relevant, mechanical condition, parking and storage can be used as secondary adjustments.
Dela Park Place Market Activity
With approximately 53 residences, Dela Park Place can have limited active inventory and relatively few annual comparable sales.
For broader context, use the Marco Island Waterfront Condo Market Report, then return to Dela Park Place, the correct residence category, floor, position, water view and association condition before estimating individual value.
Dela Park Place Listings & Private Tours
Schulz Realty can help buyers and sellers compare Dela Park Place residences by bedroom configuration, living area, floor elevation, corner or interior position, Gulf and island views, private lanai, parking, storage, renovation, storm protection, association condition and the most relevant same-building comparable sales.
Dela Park Place residence counts, building details, construction dates, floor plans, living areas, bedroom configurations, Gulf and island views, lanai dimensions, parking and storage rights, fishing-pier facilities, racquet amenities, pool and exercise facilities, storm protection, association fees, reserve funding, structural and engineering information, insurance coverage, deductibles, assessments, waterfront projects, capital improvements, rental provisions, pet policies and individual residence features may vary or change. Buyers and sellers should verify material information through current Dela Park Place condominium documents, association financial statements, applicable engineering and reserve information, insurance records, inspections, public records, title work and other appropriate qualified professionals.
Current Dela Park Place Marco Island Condos for Sale
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The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program (BR Program) of M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. Properties listed with brokerage firms other than this company are marked with the BR Program Icon or the BR House Icon and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. The properties displayed may not be all the properties available through the BR Program. The information provided is for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any other purpose.