Gateway / East Fort Myers / Buckingham, FL · Buckingham & Rural East Lee

Orange River Estates

Older river-access on Orange River

Buckingham & Rural East Leenon-gatedMid · $450K – $900KFEMA Zone X

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Where Orange River Estates sits

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At a Glance

Orange River Estates at a glance

Price Range
Mid
Typically $450K – $900K
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 Orange River Estates

River AccessBoating CanalAcreage

Drive Times

Location & access

  • 🏖️ Nearest Beach41 min
  • ✈️ RSW Airport13 min
  • 🏙️ Downtown Fort Myers19 min
  • 🏥 Nearest Hospital27 min
  • 🛣️ I-75 Access10 min

Cost of Ownership

Estimated yearly costs for a mid-tier home

Florida estimates based on a $650,000 home in Orange River Estates. Actual numbers vary, book a Strategy Session for a live, parcel-specific quote.

Property Tax
$8,450
~$704/mo · Lee County millage ~1.3%
Insurance
$3,250, $7,150
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

Orange River Estates is mapped primarily in Zone X

All sample points within Orange River Estates 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 Orange River Estates

Gateway Elementary School

1.2 mi
Elementarypublic· Score 60/100

Gateway High School

1.2 mi
Highpublic· Score 57/100

Gateway High School

1.3 mi
Highpublic· Score 61/100

Gateway Charter Elementary School

1.4 mi
Elementarycharter· Score 60/100

Gateway Charter High School

1.6 mi
Highcharter· Score 67/100

Treeline Elementary School

2.3 mi
Elementarypublic· Score 63/100

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Good Questions

Orange River Estates, frequently asked questions

What are home prices like in Orange River Estates?
Orange River Estates 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 Orange River Estates in?
Orange River Estates 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 Orange River Estates?
Closest schools include Gateway Elementary School (1.2 mi), Gateway High School (1.2 mi), Gateway High School (1.3 mi). Browse all on the schools directory.
What does it cost to own a home in Orange River Estates?
For a $650,000 home, estimate roughly $8,450/yr property tax, $3,250-$7,150/yr insurance, and $0-$150/mo HOA. Full breakdown in the SWFL cost cheatsheet.
What amenities does Orange River Estates offer?
Orange River Estates features River Access, Boating Canal, Acreage. Compare similar communities on the interactive map.