Gateway / East Fort Myers / Buckingham, FL · Single-Family Neighborhoods (Non-Gated)

Forest Lakes

Small lake-oriented neighborhood

Single-Family Neighborhoods (Non-Gated)non-gatedEntry · $200K – $450KFEMA Zone X

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Where Forest Lakes sits

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At a Glance

Forest Lakes at a glance

Price Range
Entry
Typically $200K – $450K
Flood Zone
Zone X
Minimal flood risk
high-confidence estimate, verify by address
Community Type
non-gated
Region
Gateway / East Fort Myers / Buckingham

Amenities & Lifestyle

What you get living in Forest Lakes

FamilyLakefront

Drive Times

Location & access

  • 🏖️ Nearest Beach39 min
  • ✈️ RSW Airport11 min
  • 🏙️ Downtown Fort Myers21 min
  • 🏥 Nearest Hospital25 min
  • 🛣️ I-75 Access8 min

Cost of Ownership

Estimated yearly costs for a entry-tier home

Florida estimates based on a $350,000 home in Forest Lakes. Actual numbers vary, book a Strategy Session for a live, parcel-specific quote.

Property Tax
$4,550
~$379/mo · Lee County millage ~1.3%
Insurance
$1,750, $3,850
Standard homeowners + wind
HOA Estimate
$0, $150/mo
Typically low/none

Estimates only. Florida Homestead Exemption (when you qualify) can knock $750-1,500 off the annual tax bill.

⚠️ Flood Zone Accuracy Note

Forest Lakes is mapped primarily in Zone X

All sample points within Forest Lakes returned Zone X. Individual parcels may differ, flood zones are assigned per parcel by FEMA, not per community.

Before making an offer, always verify the exact flood zone for the specific property address:

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Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · sampled at 5 points per community · confidence: high

Schools Nearby

Top schools within 8 miles of Forest Lakes

Gateway High School

0.8 mi
Highpublic· Score 57/100

Gateway Elementary School

1.3 mi
Elementarypublic· Score 60/100

Gateway High School

1.4 mi
Highpublic· Score 61/100

Gateway Charter Elementary School

1.4 mi
Elementarycharter· Score 60/100

Gateway Charter High School

1.5 mi
Highcharter· Score 67/100

Treeline Elementary School

2.8 mi
Elementarypublic· Score 63/100

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Good Questions

Forest Lakes, frequently asked questions

What are home prices like in Forest Lakes?
Forest Lakes is in the entry price tier, typically Typically $200K – $450K. List prices vary by size, age, condition, and current inventory; search current listings or ask Rick for live comps.
What FEMA flood zone is Forest Lakes in?
Forest Lakes is mapped primarily in FEMA Zone X, Minimal flood risk. Individual parcels can differ; Rick verifies the exact zone for any address.
What schools are near Forest Lakes?
Closest schools include Gateway High School (0.8 mi), Gateway Elementary School (1.3 mi), Gateway High School (1.4 mi). Browse all on the schools directory.
What does it cost to own a home in Forest Lakes?
For a $350,000 home, estimate roughly $4,550/yr property tax, $1,750-$3,850/yr insurance, and $0-$150/mo HOA. Full breakdown in the SWFL cost cheatsheet.
What amenities does Forest Lakes offer?
Forest Lakes features Family, Lakefront. Compare similar communities on the interactive map.