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

Morse Shores

Older established neighborhood

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

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At a Glance

Morse Shores 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 Morse Shores

FamilyStarter Home

Drive Times

Location & access

  • 🏖️ Nearest Beach39 min
  • ✈️ RSW Airport21 min
  • 🏙️ Downtown Fort Myers16 min
  • 🏥 Nearest Hospital25 min
  • 🛣️ I-75 Access15 min

Cost of Ownership

Estimated yearly costs for a entry-tier home

Florida estimates based on a $350,000 home in Morse Shores. 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

Morse Shores is mapped primarily in Zone X

All sample points within Morse Shores 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 Morse Shores

Orange River Elementary School

0.6 mi
Elementarypublic· DOE Grade B· Score 65/100

Manatee Elementary School

0.8 mi
Elementarypublic· DOE Grade B· Score 61/100

Tice Elementary School

1.6 mi
Elementarypublic· DOE Grade B· Score 62/100

Edgewood Academy

3.2 mi
Elementarypublic· DOE Grade C· Score 51/100

Bayshore School

3.5 mi
Middlepublic· Score 70/100

Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School

3.7 mi
Middlepublic· Score 59/100

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Good Questions

Morse Shores, frequently asked questions

What are home prices like in Morse Shores?
Morse Shores 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 Morse Shores in?
Morse Shores 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 Morse Shores?
Closest schools include Orange River Elementary School (0.6 mi), Manatee Elementary School (0.8 mi), Tice Elementary School (1.6 mi). Browse all on the schools directory.
What does it cost to own a home in Morse Shores?
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 Morse Shores offer?
Morse Shores features Family, Starter Home. Compare similar communities on the interactive map.