$2,195,000
3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Gateway Villas
500 Estero Boulevard 195, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931
About this home
Welcome to Gateway Villas at DaBeach on Estero Island—perfectly positioned along the highly sought-after north end of Fort Myers Beach. Nestled on the pristine one-mile stretch of sand between Times Square and Bowditch Point Park, Gateway Villas is a gated beachfront condominium complex of just 46 residential units, offering rare weekly rental capability—a premier advantage for exceptional income potential on the new Estero Island. Gateway Villas condominium complex has been beautifully revitalized back to "new" and Residene 195, a true 3 bedroom 3 bath, is following suit. Unit 195 occupancy is expected in late Summer 2026 and this brand new seaside Oasis will welcome you. This rare offering is a first floor, over ground. residence ( This is only one of only two spacious 3 bedroom units in the building) At completion, this luxury residence with be finished out with custom shaker cabinetry, quartz counters, Thermador appliances and porcelain tile through out. Gateway offers weekly rentals and Owners and may have pets. Gateway is a gem on the north end of the island. Gateway Villas features a large and welcoming geothermal heated pool, grilling area, and gated ,open parking for owners and guests. Step directly onto the sand with quick and easy beach access right outside your door. Enjoy a short walk to Times Square and the future Estero Island entertainment district—making this an unbeatable location for lifestyle and revenue. With its weekly rental flexibility and unmatched beachfront setting, Gateway Villas remains one of the strongest revenue-producing properties on Estero Island.
Property details
- Type
- Condominium
- Year built
- 1979
- Interior
- 1,725 sqft
- Lot size
- 11,286.396 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.26 acres
- Garage
- None
- Days on market
- 225
- Total association fees
- $11,220/yr (~$935/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $30,730/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Yes · High risk (VE)
- Storm protection
- None listed
- Exposure
- West
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- Yes
- Gulf access type
- Direct — Gulf frontage
- 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.
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Price & status history
Up $300,000 (15.8%) from the original list price.
| Jun 1, 2026 | Price increasedfrom $1,995,000 | $2,195,000 |
| Dec 6, 2025 | Listed | $1,895,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Gulf access (Direct — Gulf frontage)
- Built 1979 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
- In a higher-risk flood zone (VE) — flood insurance likely required
- No garage listed
- Higher association fees (~$11,220/yr)
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
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