3 Bed SingleFamilyResidence Sold in Gulf Heights
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SoldMLS# 2025018053

$799,000

3 Bed SingleFamilyResidence Sold in Gulf Heights

5356 Palmetto Street, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931

3 beds2 baths1,440 sqft2 garage
GatedBeach Access

About this home

Stunning Beach Retreat Across from the Gulf! No flood damage to the interior living spaces — move-in ready and worry-free. Nestled on a serene wooded lot with breathtaking tree-top views, this charming beach house offers the perfect blend of privacy and coastal living. Offered furnished—just bring your suitcase and settle right in. Thoughtfully outfitted for immediate comfort, this home is ready for you to move in and start living your best life from day one. Boasting 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 well-appointed bathrooms, this home is designed to meet all your needs. The expansive garage provides ample space for all your beach and outdoor gear, and the property is just moments from the shore. The master suite is a true sanctuary, featuring soaring ceilings and its own private viewing deck – the perfect spot to relax and take in the surrounding beauty. The spacious kitchen is a chef's delight, offering plenty of room to create meals and entertain, while the great room, with its striking wood-beamed ceiling, makes a dramatic first impression. Outside, a low-maintenance paver driveway and walkways add both elegance and ease of care. With all these exceptional features, this home is competitively priced and sure to move quickly. Call today to schedule your private showing!

Property details

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year built
1991
Interior
1,440 sqft
Lot size
5,619.24 sqft
Acreage
0.13 acres
Garage
2 car
Days on market
3
Total association fees
None
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$11,186/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Yes · High risk (VE)
Storm protection
Shutters
Exposure
South
Waterfront
No
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

Amenities

BeachRightsBeachAccessStorage

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.

Above marketThis home is priced above comparable recent sales.
This home
$555/sqft
Comp median
$508/sqft
Difference
+9%

Based on the $/sqft of 5 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
5557 Estero BoulevardMay 2026$900,0003/41,360$662
4753 Estero Boulevard 1602Mar 2026$825,0002/21,318$626
4745 Estero Boulevard 1204Apr 2026$670,0002/21,318$508
125 Gulfview AvenueApr 2026$640,0003/21,443$444
179 Hibiscus DriveJun 2026$650,0002/21,611$403
Average5 comps$737,000$529

Market trends, Fort Myers Beach

Median list
$720,000
Median $/sqft
$618
Median sold (90d)
$485,000
Avg days on market
125
Active listings
387
Median sold price · Fort Myers Beach
$485,000last 3 months4.9% vs $510,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Fort Myers Beach
18.3% MoM3.8% YoY
$442k$595k$749kJul ’25Sep ’26
$550,000Sep ’26 · 10 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.

Price & status history

Down $50,350 (6.3%) from the original list price.

Dec 2, 2025Sold$748,650
Nov 11, 2025Listed$799,000

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Storm protection: Shutters
  • 2-car garage
Consider
  • Built 1991 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
  • In a higher-risk flood zone (VE) — flood insurance likely required
Location convenienceHigh
Hospital
6.5 mi
HealthPark Medical Center
Beach
2.6 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
11.1 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
7 mi
Coconut Point (Estero)

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

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