3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Fort Myers
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SoldMLS# 2025017512

$239,900

3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Fort Myers

5490 Governors Drive, Fort Myers, FL, 33907

3 beds2 baths1,305 sqft1 garage
GatedCommunity PoolBoatingWaterfront

About this home

Beautifully Updated Home in Gated Governors Island Community! Welcome to 5490 Governors Drive, a charming 3-bedroom single story villa perfectly situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in a desirable gated community with a sparkling community pool. Step inside to find stylish vinyl plank flooring throughout, newer interior paint, and oversized baseboards that add a modern touch. This home also features accordion style shutters for hurricanes! Enjoy Florida living at its best with both a screened-in lanai and an open lanai, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. The home also includes accordion hurricane shutters for added peace of mind. This well-maintained property combines comfort, style, and convenience — all within a beautifully kept community setting close to Bell Tower shops, shopping, dining, and the beaches of Fort Myers. Don’t miss your chance to make this move-in-ready home yours! Schedule a showing today!

Property details

Type
Attached
Year built
1987
Interior
1,305 sqft
Lot size
3,463.02 sqft
Acreage
0.08 acres
Garage
1 car
Days on market
118
Total association fees
$6,660/yr (~$555/mo)
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$3,359/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
No · Low risk (X)
Storm protection
Shutters
Exposure
Southeast
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

AssociationManagementCableTvInternetIrrigationWaterLegalAccountingMaintenanceGroundsPestControlReserveFundSecurityTrash

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

Amenities

PoolManagement

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
$184/sqft
Comp median
$173/sqft
Difference
+6%

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.

AddressSoldSold priceBeds/BathsSq ft$/sqft
5404 Ashton CircleDec 2025$240,0003/21,361$176
13044 Tall Pine CircleFeb 2026$250,0002/21,474$170
8607 Chatham StreetJan 2026$270,0002/21,200$225
13190 Oakmont Drive 6Jun 2026$225,0002/21,332$169
Average4 comps$246,250$185

Market trends, Fort Myers

Median list
$320,000
Median $/sqft
$210
Median sold (90d)
$333,950
Avg days on market
96
Active listings
2,492
Median sold price · Fort Myers
$333,000last 3 months0.6% vs $335,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Fort Myers
6.7% MoM2.1% YoY
$319k$349k$380kJul ’25Sep ’26
$357,500Sep ’26 · 58 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 $69,900 (24.1%) from the original list price.

Mar 26, 2026Sold$220,000
Feb 19, 2026Price reducedfrom $254,900$239,900
Oct 31, 2025Listed$289,900

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Lower flood risk (zone X)
  • Waterfront
  • Storm protection: Shutters
Consider
  • Built 1987 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
Location convenienceHigh
Hospital
0.3 mi
Gulf Coast Medical Center
Beach
8.4 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
2.7 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
0.6 mi
Bell Tower Shops

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.