$349,000
2 Bed 2 Bath Waterfront Condominium for Sale in WATERS EDGE AT THE FOREST, FL
16581 Waters Edge Court 201, Fort Myers, FL, 33908
About this home
Experience this contemporary second-floor condominium featuring an inviting great room plan with eastern rear exposure and exceptional views of water, the golf course, and tropical landscapes. This fully furnished turnkey residence offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a single-car garage. Dining Room Could Easily Be Converted to a 3RD Bedroom or Den. Overlooking the Bobcat Championship Golf Course holes #2 and #3, the condo offers raised ceilings, newly installed 7" baseboards, custom moldings, new furnishings, custom mirrors, upgraded doors, fresh interior paint, luxury vinyl or porcelain tile flooring (no carpet), and impact-resistant front door and windows. The enclosed four-season lanai is equipped with Storm Smart fabric electric shutters and removable vinyl windows. Easy Extra Year Round Living Space. The remodeled kitchen includes a spacious open island for gatherings, stainless steel appliances, soft-close white shaker cabinetry with pull-outs, custom window treatments, and silhouette blinds. Additional features comprise a well-maintained air conditioning system, Square D electrical panel, new shingle roof, extra built-in storage, and recent paint. This residence did not incur any water intrusion from Hurricane Ian. Membership to the Country Club is optional, 2026 incentive discounts are currently available for new residents. The property is conveniently located just 15 minutes from RSW Airport, within biking distance to Lakes Park's Market Day, and surrounded by over 8 miles of sidewalks, streetlights, more than 20 lakes, and abundant wildlife. Beaches such as Sanibel and Fort Myers Beach are only 20 minutes away. Some amenities described may require membership. There is also a children's park available. Discover the lifestyle offered in The Forest community.
Property details
- Type
- Condominium
- Year built
- 1984
- Interior
- 1,758 sqft
- Lot size
- Not specified
- Acreage
- Not specified
- Garage
- 1 car
- Days on market
- 79
- Total association fees
- $16,444/yr (~$1,370/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $4,886/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Yes · High risk (AE)
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors, Shutters
- Exposure
- East
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- No
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Call, Conditional
- County
- Lee
Total association fees sums the core association dues the MLS feed provides (HOA, condo/master association, and land lease), normalized to a yearly figure. These are separate from and additional to specialty charges — mandatory club or food-and-beverage minimums, special assessments, and rec-lease fees — which the IDX feed does not carry. Always confirm the full fee schedule with the HOA or listing agent.
Maintenance included in the fee
What the association dues cover, per the MLS. Confirm the full schedule with the HOA.
Amenities
Flood risk shown is an area-level estimate and can differ from a specific unit's actual FEMA designation (which varies by structure and elevation). Look up this address on the FEMA Flood Map and verify with a licensed insurance agent before relying on it.
Based on the $/sqft of 4 comparable homes sold nearby in the last 12 months. Indicative, not an appraisal.
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Recently sold nearby
Closed comparable sales within ~1 mile in the last 12 months — similar price, size, beds/baths, and age.
| Address | Sold | Sold price | Beds/Baths | Sq ft | $/sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16561 Heron Coach Way 101 | Jun 2026 | $308,000 | 2/2 | 1,714 | $180 |
| 6114 DEER Run | Jul 2025 | $350,000 | 2/2 | 1,934 | $181 |
| 16938 Villas Square | Jul 2026 | $305,000 | 2/2 | 1,679 | $182 |
| 6301 Key Biscayne Boulevard | Jul 2025 | $320,000 | 3/2 | 1,572 | $204 |
| Average | 4 comps | $320,750 | $187 |
Market trends — Fort Myers
Median of closed MLS sales each month over the available window. Months with too few sales are omitted; the range extends automatically as more sales close.
Live area medians from the MLS · see all listings. Indicative, not an appraisal.
Price & status history
Down $51,000 (13.6%) from the original list price.
| Apr 9, 2026 | Sold | $325,000 |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $376,000 | $349,000 |
| Jan 8, 2026 | Listed | $376,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Waterfront
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors, Shutters
- Built 1984 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
- In a higher-risk flood zone (AE) — flood insurance likely required
- Higher association fees (~$16,444/yr)
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities — approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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