3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Cape Coral
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SoldMLS# 2025004284

$450,000

3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Cape Coral

5309 SW 8th Place, Cape Coral, FL, 33914

3 beds2 baths1,557 sqft2 garage
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About this home

Welcome to 5309 SW 8th Place, a boater's dream in the highly sought-after Unit 64 of Cape Coral. Offered for sale for the very first time, this home is perfectly positioned on the southern finger canals (faster access) with direct Gulf access—no bridges or locks to slow you down. Within a 15-minute boat ride, you can be at local marinas, restaurants, and bait shops, all without leaving your neighborhoods canal system, making every day on the water a breeze. As you approach, you'll notice the great curb appeal and low-maintenance landscaping, all topped by a durable metal roof with many years of life left. The interior features an inviting open-concept, split floor plan, providing excellent privacy for the primary suite and guest bedrooms. Sliding glass doors span the back of the house, offering expansive views of the Torrance Canal, which maintains an average depth of 6 feet at the dock. The kitchen is designed for both style and function, with sleek gray cabinetry, beautiful granite countertops, and new fixtures. The LVP flooring adds a modern touch throughout. A convenient pass-through window makes serving food and drinks on the spacious lanai effortless. The lanai offers ample room for entertaining and is perfectly suited for adding a pool if you desire. For the serious boater, the dock features a captain's walk and an 8,000-pound boat lift, more than enough for most boaters in Southwest Florida. This home is located on a street renowned for its pride in ownership and the area is considered one of the best areas for boaters in all of Southwest Florida. With comparable vacant lots selling for over $390,000 and other homes listed near $700,000, this property is priced to sell and represents an exceptional value. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of paradise. Schedule your private showing today!

Property details

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year built
1981
Interior
1,557 sqft
Lot size
10,018.8 sqft
Acreage
0.23 acres
Garage
2 car
Days on market
19
Total association fees
None
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$6,300/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Yes · High risk (AE)
Storm protection
None listed
Exposure
East
Waterfront
Yes
Gulf access
No
Gulf access type
N/A
Pool
No
Spa
No
Natural gas
No
Water
Assessment Paid
Sewer
Assessment Paid
New construction
No
Pets
Yes
County
Lee

Maintenance included in the fee

RoadMaintenanceStreetLights

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

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
$289/sqft
Comp median
$276/sqft
Difference
+5%

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
805 SW 52nd StreetAug 2026$400,0003/21,451$276
818 El Dorado ParkwayAug 2026$389,9003/21,579$247
5024 Skyline BoulevardJan 2026$460,0003/21,616$285
Average3 comps$416,633$269

Market trends, Cape Coral

Median list
$399,000
Median $/sqft
$232
Median sold (90d)
$384,750
Avg days on market
92
Active listings
2,482
Median sold price · Cape Coral
$384,999last 3 months6.9% vs $360,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Cape Coral
2.6% MoM5.7% YoY
$340k$365k$390kJul ’25Sep ’26
$369,990Sep ’26 · 69 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 $11,500 (2.6%) from the original list price.

Oct 2, 2025Sold$438,500
Aug 20, 2025Listed$450,000

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Waterfront
  • 2-car garage
Consider
  • Built 1981 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
  • In a higher-risk flood zone (AE) — flood insurance likely required
Location convenienceHigh
Hospital
6.3 mi
Cape Coral Hospital
Beach
7.4 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
8.3 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
7.4 mi
Bell Tower Shops

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

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