$499,000
3 Bed 2 Bath SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in SEMINOLE ESTATES, FL
3965 W Riverside Drive, Fort Myers, FL, 33901
About this home
Opportunity Knocks on West Riverside Drive! Rarely available 1/3 -acre corner lot in one of the most desirable streets in Fort Myers. The existing home was damaged during Hurricane Ian and has been fully gutted, offering a blank canvas for your vision. Home structure appears to be in exceptional condition with roof replaced in 2021 and newer main breaker panel. Whether you're an investor, builder, or future homeowner, this is an ideal opportunity for remodel or new construction at this amazing location. Surrounded by multi-million-dollar homes and near the vibrant downtown Fort Myers, Edison & Ford Winter Estates, marinas, parks, and top dining and shopping destinations. Don’t miss your chance to create something special at 3965 W. Riverside Drive—a premier location ready for your next project.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1964
- Interior
- 1,639 sqft
- Lot size
- 14,287.68 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.33 acres
- Garage
- 1 car
- Days on market
- 67
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $6,986/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- No · Low risk (X)
- Storm protection
- None listed
- Exposure
- Northwest
- 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1150 Vesper Drive | Jun 2026 | $535,000 | 2/2 | 1,552 | $345 |
| 1326 Burtwood Drive | Oct 2025 | $472,000 | 2/2 | 1,726 | $273 |
| 1435 Terra Palma Drive | Dec 2025 | $385,000 | 3/2 | 1,530 | $252 |
| 10300 McGregor Boulevard | Jun 2026 | $389,000 | 3/2 | 1,755 | $222 |
| Average | 4 comps | $445,250 | $273 |
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 $39,000 (7.8%) from the original list price.
| Dec 5, 2025 | Sold | $460,000 |
| May 16, 2025 | Listed | $499,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Lower flood risk (zone X)
- Built 1964 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities — approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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