2 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Estero
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For SaleMLS# 226033442

$379,000

2 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Estero

8601 Fairway Bend Drive, Estero, FL, 33967

2 beds2 baths1,737 sqft2 garage
GatedGolfPickleballTennisBocceFitness CenterClubhouseCommunity PoolOn-site DiningWaterfront

About this home

Sweeping water views and the iconic island 5th hole at Estero Country Club create an exceptional backdrop for this beautiful villa in The Vines. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac, this 2 Bedroom + Den, 2 Bath home offers 1,747 square feet of single-level living, a spacious 2-car garage, and an expansive lanai designed to make the most of its picturesque water view. Light, neutral paint and soaring living room ceilings create a bright, inviting feel, while crown molding in the den and guest bedroom adds a tailored finishing touch. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and an upgraded tile backsplash, and both the primary and guest bedrooms offer generous walk-in closets. A dual vanity and updated lighting complement the primary bath. Additional features include newer roof, fresh interior paint, and ceiling fans in the primary suite, den, and lanai. The spacious lanai offers electric shutters and ample room for lounging and entertaining. From quiet morning coffee to evenings with friends, this inviting outdoor space makes the most of the home’s beautiful views. Fairway Bend residents enjoy a private community pool, conveniently located directly across the street, along with access to Estero Country Club’s renovated clubhouse, dining, tennis, pickleball, bocce, fitness center, and vibrant social calendar. A social membership is required, with GOLF MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE WITHOUT A WAITLIST for those looking to enjoy the championship course. Ideally located near Coconut Point, shopping, dining, FGCU, and RSW Airport, with easy access to Naples, Fort Myers, and the Gulf’s white sand beaches, this villa offers relaxed living and everyday convenience within one of Estero’s most established golf communities.

Property details

Type
Attached
Year built
1991
Interior
1,737 sqft
Lot size
9,670.32 sqft
Acreage
0.22 acres
Garage
2 car
Days on market
0
Total association fees
$7,720/yr (~$643/mo)
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$5,306/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
No · Low risk (X)
Storm protection
None listed
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
Yes
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

AssociationManagementCableTvInsuranceInternetLegalAccountingMaintenanceGroundsMaintenanceStructurePestControlRecreationFacilitiesReserveFundStreetLightsSecurity

What the association dues cover, per the MLS. Confirm the full schedule with the HOA.

Amenities

BocceCourtClubhouseFitnessCenterGolfCourseLibraryPickleballPrivateMembershipPoolPuttingGreensRestaurantTennisCourtsManagement

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.

At marketThis home is priced in line with comparable recent sales.
This home
$218/sqft
Comp median
$208/sqft
Difference
+5%

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.

AddressSoldSold priceBeds/BathsSq ft$/sqft
8471 Southbridge Dr 2Apr 2026$325,0002/21,805$180
8470 Southbridge Drive 1Dec 2025$425,0003/21,589$267
8400 Southbridge Drive 2Jan 2026$380,0003/21,805$211
8201 Grand Palm Drive 4Oct 2025$325,0003/21,584$205
Average4 comps$363,750$216

Market trends, Estero

Median list
$492,500
Median $/sqft
$264
Median sold (90d)
$515,000
Avg days on market
87
Active listings
466
Median sold price · Estero
$515,000last 3 months1% vs $520,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Estero
0.7% MoM3.2% YoY
$380k$471k$563kJul ’25Sep ’26
$514,900Sep ’26 · 45 sales

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.

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Lower flood risk (zone X)
  • Waterfront
  • 2-car garage
Consider
  • Built 1991 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
Location convenienceHigh
Hospital
6.4 mi
HealthPark Medical Center
Beach
6.4 mi
Lovers Key State Park
Airport
6.2 mi
RSW Intl (Fort Myers)
Shopping
1.6 mi
Coconut Point (Estero)

Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.

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