Alva / Olga / Pine Island / Matlacha, FL · Single-Family Neighborhoods (Non-Gated)

Telegraph Creek Estates

Large-lot rural along Telegraph Creek

Single-Family Neighborhoods (Non-Gated)single-familyMid · $450K – $900KFEMA Zones AE / X · varies by lot

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Where Telegraph Creek Estates sits

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At a Glance

Telegraph Creek Estates at a glance

Price Range
Mid
Typically $450K – $900K
Flood Zone
Zones AE / X
Varies by lot, verify your address
High risk · 1% annual chance · BFE established
medium-confidence estimate, verify by address
Community Type
single-family
Region
Alva / Olga / Pine Island / Matlacha

Amenities & Lifestyle

What you get living in Telegraph Creek Estates

AcreageRuralEquestrian FriendlyCreek Access

Drive Times

Location & access

  • 🏖️ Nearest Beach53 min
  • ✈️ RSW Airport35 min
  • 🏙️ Downtown Fort Myers30 min
  • 🏥 Nearest Hospital40 min
  • 🛣️ I-75 Access30 min

Cost of Ownership

Estimated yearly costs for a mid-tier home

Florida estimates based on a $650,000 home in Telegraph Creek 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 (incl. flood)
$7,800, $14,300
Flood + wind in high-risk zone
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

Telegraph Creek Estates is mapped primarily in Zone AE

Our analysis found 2 different flood zones within Telegraph Creek Estates's footprint (Zone AE, Zone X). 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

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Good Questions

Telegraph Creek Estates, frequently asked questions

What are home prices like in Telegraph Creek Estates?
Telegraph Creek 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 Telegraph Creek Estates in?
Telegraph Creek Estates straddles more than one FEMA zone (Zones AE / X), 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 Telegraph Creek Estates?
Closest schools include River Hall Elementary School (2.6 mi), River Hall Elementary School (2.6 mi), Buckingham Exceptional Student Center (3.4 mi). Browse all on the schools directory.
What does it cost to own a home in Telegraph Creek Estates?
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 Telegraph Creek Estates offer?
Telegraph Creek Estates features Acreage, Rural, Equestrian Friendly, Creek Access. Compare similar communities on the interactive map.