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Palmera by Neal Communities

At a glance

Palmera at a glance

Palmera is a Wellen Park neighborhood in Venice where Neal Communities is one of several builders, selling one- and two-story single-family homes of about 1,530 to 2,960 square feet. Residents share a coastal-style clubhouse with a resort pool, fitness space, pickleball courts, a playground and access to the Wellen Park trail network near Downtown Wellen and CoolToday Park.

Status
Now selling
Homes priced
$416,990 to $539,990
SRQ airport
62 min drive
Tampa airport
115 min drive
Elementary
Taylor Ranch Elementary
Middle
Venice Middle School
High
Wellen Park High School
Quick move-ins
5

Incentives

Latest incentives at Palmera

  • Palmera

    Huge Savings on These Homes in Progress

    Reduced prices on select homes in this community. Availability and savings vary by homesite. Confirm the current purchase price and completion date with the builder. Published monthly payment examples are illustrations, not financing offers.

    No end date published, as of October 11, 2026. The builder's offer page (opens in a new tab)

Ask Janelle before you visit: most offers need the builder's lender or a contract by a date, and she gets them in writing and compares them on your monthly cost. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Floor plans

Floor plans at Palmera

Quick move-ins: 5 homes ready or nearly ready, $519,990 to $763,990. Builders put their biggest incentives on these homes.

5 floor plans Neal Communities publishes for Palmera, lowest price first; each plan opens its own page
PlanCollectionHome typeBedsBathsSq ftGarageFrom
Liberty 4Cruise SeriesSingle-family321,5332-car$416,990
PatriotCruise SeriesSingle-family321,6822-car$434,990
Dream 2Cruise SeriesSingle-family321,8602-car$450,990
Heritage 2Cruise SeriesSingle-family42.52,4292-car$503,990
Vision 2Cruise SeriesSingle-family43.52,9622-car$539,990

Plans and prices as Neal Communities publishes them, checked October 3, 2026. "From" is the base price, before homesite premiums, options, and design studio selections.

Want to walk a model or compare plans on price per square foot? Janelle can set it up. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

The neighborhood

Explore Palmera

Palmera at a glance

A Wellen Park neighborhood with six builders, single-family and coach homes, and planned resort-style amenities, minutes from Downtown Wellen and CoolToday Park.

Newest listings
$374,990 to $1,497,430 (September 24, 2026)
Home types
Single-family homes and coach homes
Builders
Six, including M/I Homes, Mattamy Homes, and Neal Communities
Bedrooms
Two to five bedrooms, two to four baths
Garages
Two-car to four-car layouts
Planned amenities
Coastal clubhouse, pool, pickleball, splash pad, golf simulator
School district
Sarasota County
Amenity status
Confirm completion of each amenity before you buy
  • Resort-style living planned for every age and lifestage
  • Downtown Wellen restaurants and shops about 11 minutes away
  • Atlanta Braves spring training at CoolToday Park about 12 minutes away
  • Emergency care at HCA Florida Wellen Park Emergency about 11 minutes away

About Palmera

Palmera is a Wellen Park neighborhood in Venice where Neal Communities is one of several builders, selling one- and two-story single-family homes of about 1,530 to 2,960 square feet. Residents share a coastal-style clubhouse with a resort pool, fitness space, pickleball courts, a playground and access to the Wellen Park trail network near Downtown Wellen and CoolToday Park.

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Resort-style pool
  • Fitness center
  • Pickleball courts
  • Playground
  • Park
  • Wellen Park trail system

Sales center: 18332 Foxtail Loop, Venice, FL 34293; (888) 720-4429; Mon to Sat 10 am to 6 pm, Sun 12 to 5 pm. Call Janelle before you go, so she is registered as your agent.

Janelle's guide to Palmera, with homes for sale and the local market

From Neal Communities's pages, checked October 3, 2026. The builder's page (opens in a new tab)

Want to see Palmera in person? Janelle registers you with the builder before your first visit. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Schools near Palmera

Assigned schools depend on the address; confirm with the school district. Florida school grades from the Department of Education (opens in a new tab)

Comparing school zones? Janelle can check the assigned schools for the homesite you like. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Restaurants near Palmera

Want to know what is close for dinner out? Janelle knows the area around Palmera. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Entertainment and things to do near Palmera

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Health care near Palmera

Need to be near care? Janelle can keep that in mind as you compare communities. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Getting around and airport near Palmera

Commuting from Palmera? Janelle can tell you what the drive is like at the hours you travel. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Palmera in pictures

  • Photo: Wellen Park

Want to see the models and homesites yourself? Janelle can set up the tour. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

News

Palmera news

In the news

Want to know what is changing at Palmera? Janelle hears about releases and price changes early. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Questions

Palmera FAQ

Who builds Palmera?

Neal Communities builds single-family homes, 1 and 2 stories at Palmera in Wellen Park, Venice.

How many floor plans does Neal Communities offer at Palmera?

Neal Communities publishes 5 floor plans at Palmera in Cruise Series, from 1,533 to 2,962 square feet.

What do new homes at Palmera cost?

Neal Communities base prices run from $416,990 to $539,990 as of October 3, 2026, before homesite premiums and options.

Which schools serve Palmera?

Taylor Ranch Elementary, Venice Middle School, and Wellen Park High School. School zones can change; confirm them for a specific address with the school district.

How far is Palmera from the airport?

About 62 minutes (40 miles) by car to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), and about 115 minutes to Tampa International (TPA).

Is Neal Communities still selling at Palmera?

Yes. Ask Janelle for the homesites and quick move-ins available today.

Can I use my own agent to buy at Palmera?

Usually yes, if your agent registers you on your first visit or contact with Neal Communities. Call Janelle before you visit the sales center or register online.

Builders change prices, plans, and incentives often. Have a question that is not answered here? Ask Janelle for today's answer. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Your first visit

Plan your builder visit with Janelle

Tell Janelle what you would like at Palmera. She can register you with Neal Communities before your first visit to the sales center, find the builder's quick move-in homes and current incentives, or compare Palmera with nearby communities. Prefer to talk? Call or text (813) 394-3313.

What to settle before you visit the model
  • Call or text Janelle first, so she is registered as your agent on your first visit
  • Which incentives require the builder's lender, and what the same home would cost each month with your own lender
  • What the base price includes, and the price of the options you want, in writing
  • The HOA and any CDD assessment, and what each covers
  • Your own inspections during construction and before closing, even on a new home

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The builder

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Comparing Neal Communities communities? Janelle can line them up side by side. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

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