Fort Myers Beach Homes for Sale, FL
Beach condos, canal homes, cottages and Gulf-front homes in Fort Myers Beach. Seven miles of Gulf beach.
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Living in Fort Myers Beach
Fort Myers Beach is a laid-back beach town on Estero Island, a seven-mile strip of sand along the Gulf. The town incorporated in 1995 and had about 5,600 residents in the 2020 census. It is a favorite for people who want a true beach lifestyle, with sandy beaches, fishing and sunsets just steps from home.
Times Square sits at the center of the island, with shops and restaurants close to the sand. At the north tip, Bowditch Point Park offers boardwalks and bird watching. To the south, Lovers Key State Park has two miles of undeveloped beach and mangrove kayak trails, and Estero Bay is a calm place to paddle.
Homes include beach condos, cottages, canal homes with boat docks and Gulf-front properties. Recent waterfront listings have ranged from about $250K to $3.5M, with a median list price around $760K. Buyers like the easy boating access, the small-town community events and the short drive to shopping and dining in Fort Myers and Estero.
What draws people here
- Seven miles of Gulf beach on Estero Island
- Times Square, the walkable heart of town
- Bowditch Point Park with mangrove boardwalks
- Lovers Key State Park with two miles of undeveloped beach
- Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve for kayaking
- Canal living with boat access to the Gulf
- Waterfront restaurants and tiki bars
- Sunset sails and fishing charters
Why buyers choose Fort Myers Beach
- Seven miles of Gulf beach
- Canal homes with direct boat access
- Walkable Times Square
- Two great parks at each end of the island
- Close to Estero, Fort Myers and Sanibel
Fort Myers Beach is a great fit for
- Beach lovers
- Boaters and anglers
- Vacation home buyers
- Retirees
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Fort Myers Beach at a glance
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| Location | On Estero Island, a seven-mile barrier island in Lee County between Sanibel to the north and Bonita Springs to the south. Matanzas Pass separates it from San Carlos Island and the mainland. |
| Zip code | 33931 |
| Home types | Beach condos, canal homes, cottages and Gulf-front homes |
| Size | about 5,600 residents (2020 census) |
| Built | Incorporated 1995 |
| Membership | No golf |
| Price range | $250K–$3.5M+ |
Highlights of Fort Myers Beach
Good to know
- The town uses ZIP codes 33931 and 33932.
- Fort Myers Beach Elementary is the only school on the island and is part of the Lee County School District.
- Lovers Key State Park charges a small vehicle entry fee.
- The island hosts the long-running Shrimp Festival, celebrating the local shrimping fleet.
- Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve, Florida’s first aquatic preserve, sits along the island’s bay side.
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Fort Myers Beach questions, answered
How much do homes cost in Fort Myers Beach?
Recent waterfront listings have ranged from about $250K for condos to about $3.5M for larger canal and Gulf homes, with a median waterfront list price around $760K.
How long is Fort Myers Beach?
Fort Myers Beach sits on Estero Island, which runs about seven miles along the Gulf.
How many people live in Fort Myers Beach?
The town had about 5,600 residents in the 2020 census, and it grows during the winter season.
Can you have a boat in Fort Myers Beach?
Yes. Many homes sit on canals with docks and access to Estero Bay and the Gulf.
What is near Fort Myers Beach?
Lovers Key State Park is at the south end of the island, Sanibel is a short drive north, and Estero and Fort Myers shopping and dining are a short drive inland.
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