3 Bed SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in Franklin Park
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For SaleMLS# 2026020782

$166,000

3 Bed SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in Franklin Park

2992 Lafayette Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33916

3 beds1 baths920 sqft
Gated

About this home

Investor Special in Historic Franklin Park! Concrete block single-family home with solid bones and immediate income potential. This 3-bedroom home features classic terrazzo floors, a fenced yard, and a single carport—ideal for low-maintenance ownership. Tenant already in place, making this a turnkey opportunity for investors or a smart entry point for a first-time buyer. Located in the historic Franklin Park area, this property offers character, stability, and upside.

Property details

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year built
1965
Interior
920 sqft
Lot size
6,490.44 sqft
Acreage
0.15 acres
Garage
None
Days on market
86
Total association fees
None
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$2,324/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
No · Low risk (X)
Storm protection
None listed
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

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
$180/sqft
Comp median
$156/sqft
Difference
+15%

Based on the $/sqft of 3 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
2165 Ben StreetSep 2025$165,0002/21,118$148
2656 Dr Ella Piper WayAug 2026$157,0003/21,008$156
2816 Central AvenueDec 2025$130,0002/1720$181
Average3 comps$150,667$162

Market trends, Fort Myers

Median list
$319,998
Median $/sqft
$209
Median sold (90d)
$330,000
Avg days on market
98
Active listings
2,493
Median sold price · Fort Myers
$330,000last 3 months1.5% vs $335,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Fort Myers
6.3% MoM2.6% YoY
$319k$349k$380kJul ’25Aug ’26
$338,500Aug ’26 · 354 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 $9,000 (5.1%) from the original list price.

Aug 24, 2026Back on market
Jul 8, 2026Price reducedfrom $175,000$166,000
May 15, 2026Listed$175,000

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Lower flood risk (zone X)
Consider
  • Built 1965 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
  • No garage listed
Location convenienceHigh
Hospital
5.7 mi
Cape Coral Hospital
Beach
14 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
3.4 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
2.6 mi
Edison Mall (Fort Myers)

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

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Listing information is provided in part by the Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service (MLS) through its Broker Reciprocity / Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program. Properties displayed may be listed by brokerages other than SWFL Relocation Team. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or this brokerage and should be independently verified. Fees, flood zones, taxes, square footage, and school assignments are estimates from the feed and must be confirmed. © 2026 SWFL Relocation Team. All rights reserved.