Alva / Olga / Pine Island / Matlacha, FL · Waterfront / Boating Communities
Matlacha Shores
Canal-front adjacent to Matlacha Isles
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Where Matlacha Shores sits
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At a Glance
Matlacha Shores at a glance
Amenities & Lifestyle
What you get living in Matlacha Shores
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Location & access
- 🏖️ Nearest Beach44 min
- ✈️ RSW Airport45 min
- 🏙️ Downtown Fort Myers27 min
- 🏥 Nearest Hospital29 min
- 🛣️ I-75 Access39 min
Cost of Ownership
Estimated yearly costs for a mid-tier home
Florida estimates based on a $650,000 home in Matlacha Shores. Actual numbers vary, book a Strategy Session for a live, parcel-specific quote.
Estimates only. Florida Homestead Exemption (when you qualify) can knock $750-1,500 off the annual tax bill.
⚠️ Flood Zone Accuracy Note
Matlacha Shores is mapped primarily in Zone VE
Our analysis found 2 different flood zones within Matlacha Shores's footprint (Zone VE, Zone AE). The exact flood zone for any specific home depends on its parcel, homes on different streets, lots, or elevations within the same community can have different zone classifications.
Before making an offer, always verify the exact flood zone for the specific property address:
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · sampled at 5 points per community · confidence: medium
Schools Nearby
Top schools within 8 miles of Matlacha Shores
Oasis Elementary School - North
2.1 miChristian Life Academy
2.8 miTrafalgar Elementary School
2.9 miOasis Elementary School - South
3.8 miOasis Charter Middle School
3.9 miOasis High School
3.9 miReady to Look Closer?
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Good Questions
Matlacha Shores, frequently asked questions
- What are home prices like in Matlacha Shores?
- Matlacha Shores is in the mid price tier, typically Typically $450K – $900K. List prices vary by size, age, condition, and current inventory; search current listings or ask Rick for live comps.
- What FEMA flood zone is Matlacha Shores in?
- Matlacha Shores straddles more than one FEMA zone (Zones VE / AE), the exact zone depends on the specific lot, so insurance can differ street to street. Rick verifies the exact zone for any address before you offer.
- What schools are near Matlacha Shores?
- Closest schools include Oasis Elementary School - North (2.1 mi), Christian Life Academy (2.8 mi), Trafalgar Elementary School (2.9 mi). Browse all on the schools directory.
- What does it cost to own a home in Matlacha Shores?
- For a $650,000 home, estimate roughly $8,450/yr property tax, $7,800-$14,300/yr insurance (incl. flood), and $0-$150/mo HOA. Full breakdown in the SWFL cost cheatsheet.
- What amenities does Matlacha Shores offer?
- Matlacha Shores features Boating Direct Gulf Access, Waterfront, Canal. Compare similar communities on the interactive map.