3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Cape Coral
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For SaleMLS# 2025012434

$599,900

3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Cape Coral

142 SW 51st Terrace, Cape Coral, FL, 33914

3 beds2.5 baths1,700 sqft2 garage
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About this home

Direct Gulf access luxury waterfront living awaits in this beautifully updated coastal retreat. Featuring a dock and lift (12,000 LB), this exceptional home offers quick access to the river and effortless boating The interior showcases solid wood Cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, and a hammered sink in the kitchen, blending style with quality craftsmanship. The spacious primary suite features a wall of windows with stunning water views, while the spa-like primary bath creates a serene private escape. An oversized guest bedroom with room for a sitting area, an updated guest bath, and an extended lanai make this home ideal for comfortable living and entertaining. Additional highlights include a metal roof (3 years old), extra-deep oversized garage, southern exposure, and a beautiful neighborhood setting.

Property details

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year built
1965
Interior
1,700 sqft
Lot size
10,018.8 sqft
Acreage
0.23 acres
Garage
2 car
Days on market
305
Total association fees
None
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$8,399/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Yes · High risk (AE)
Storm protection
None listed
Exposure
South
Waterfront
Yes
Gulf access
Yes
Gulf access type
Direct — no bridges
Pool
No
Spa
No
Natural gas
No
Water
Assessment Paid
Sewer
Assessment Paid
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.

Below marketThis home is priced below comparable recent sales, a potential value.
This home
$353/sqft
Comp median
$385/sqft
Difference
-8%

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
5050 Sorrento CourtAug 2026$620,0003/31,610$385
5315 Pelican BoulevardFeb 2026$635,0003/21,513$420
4910 Sorrento CourtApr 2026$525,0003/21,768$297
Average3 comps$593,333$367

Market trends, Cape Coral

Median list
$399,000
Median $/sqft
$232
Median sold (90d)
$385,000
Avg days on market
94
Active listings
2,481
Median sold price · Cape Coral
$385,000last 3 months7.2% vs $359,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Cape Coral
1.3% MoM8.4% YoY
$340k$365k$390kJul ’25Aug ’26
$384,750Aug ’26 · 413 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 $120,100 (16.7%) from the original list price.

May 29, 2026Price reducedfrom $640,000$599,900
Sep 30, 2025Listed$720,000

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Gulf access (Direct — no bridges)
  • 2-car garage
Consider
  • Built 1965 — 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
5.7 mi
Cape Coral Hospital
Beach
7.4 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
7.3 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
6.5 mi
Bell Tower Shops

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

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