$320,000
3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Ariel, FL, $320,000
5260 S Landings Drive 1603, Fort Myers, FL, 33919
About this home
NEW PRICE.... SELLER IS READY TO GO!! Welcome to Ariel, the Landings’ premier high-rise, known for its luxury amenities and vibrant community. Located in the desirable “03” stack—one of Ariel’s most sought-after floor plans—this unit offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths. The “03” or “E” stack is prized for its generous layout and exceptional views, making it a favorite among residents. This spacious 2,390 square foot property on the 16th floor offers stunning panoramic views to the east, south, and southwest. Enjoy both sunrise and sunset-colored skies from your home. Two of the bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms. One includes its own private balcony with a southwest-facing view of the river toward Sanibel Island. Two swift glass-front elevators provide quick access from the under-building parking garage and secured lobby to the 16th floor. The foyer opens adjacent to a large laundry and utility room with storage, a new water heater, and updated air handler. There is plenty of wall space throughout for showcasing your artwork, from the foyer through the living areas. Each bedroom is generously sized and includes a walk-in closet. All sliding doors have been upgraded to new impact glass for peace of mind. Ariel is often called “the club within the club” because of its exceptional amenities reserved just for its owners: three tennis courts, a 24-hour fitness center, a game room with ping pong, billiards, and pinball, a card and meeting room, library, and a party/gathering room with a dance floor and big screen TV's. Also included are an under-building parking spot and a cooled, secured storage space. The building is now being freshly painted. For a small fee, your guests and family can stay in one of four guest suites available on the lobby level. Discover for yourself all this active community has to offer...at The Landings Yacht, Golf & Tennis Club!
Property details
- Type
- Condominium
- Year built
- 1983
- Interior
- 2,396 sqft
- Lot size
- 35,449.128 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.81 acres
- Garage
- 1 car
- Days on market
- 402
- Total association fees
- $18,558/yr (~$1,547/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $4,480/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Yes · High risk (AE)
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors
- 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 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5260 S Landings Drive 605 | Feb 2026 | $305,000 | 2/2 | 2,215 | $138 |
| 5260 S Landings Drive 1003 | Feb 2026 | $307,000 | 3/3 | 2,463 | $125 |
| 12430 McGregor Boulevard | Feb 2026 | $270,000 | 3/2 | 2,589 | $104 |
| 1309 N Brandywine Circle | Apr 2026 | $273,000 | 3/3 | 2,256 | $121 |
| 14573 Abaco Lakes Drive 203 | Jun 2026 | $325,000 | 3/2 | 2,387 | $136 |
| 1427 Carmelle Drive | Sep 2025 | $335,000 | 4/2 | 2,237 | $150 |
| Average | 6 comps | $302,500 | $129 |
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 $60,000 (15.8%) from the original list price.
| Jun 5, 2026 | Sold | $320,000 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $370,000 | $320,000 |
| Feb 26, 2025 | Listed | $380,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Waterfront
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- Built 1983 — 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 (~$18,558/yr)
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities — approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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