Lee County, Florida
Fort Myers
The Lee County seat on the Caloosahatchee River, with a historic downtown, riverfront condos, and many gated and golf communities.
Fort Myers sits on the south bank of the Caloosahatchee River. Its historic downtown, the River District, has restaurants and condos by the water, and McGregor Boulevard runs southwest past the Edison and Ford Winter Estates beneath rows of royal palms.
What you’ll find for sale
Older homes along the McGregor corridor, riverfront condo towers, and a wide choice of gated, golf, and master-planned communities to the south and east. The beaches and islands nearby are separate markets with their own prices and rules.
What to check before you buy
- Community fees. Gated and golf communities carry HOA dues and sometimes CDD fees or club memberships. Get the full list in writing.
- Flood zone. Riverfront and low-lying areas are in special flood hazard areas. Compare insurance quotes between addresses.
- Storm history. Ask what repairs were made after recent hurricanes and whether the permits were closed.
Your contact for Fort Myers
Area descriptions are general and are not a statement about who should or shouldn't live anywhere. We're glad to send school, flood, and community information from public sources for any address so you can judge for yourself.