3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Dove Hollow
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$279,900

3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Dove Hollow

16430 Timberlakes Drive 103, Fort Myers, FL, 33908

3 beds2 baths1,420 sqft
GatedGolfPickleballTennisBocceClubhousePlaygroundCommunity PoolWaterfront

About this home

This IMPRESSIVELY updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath ground floor condo in Dove Hollow at The Forest is a MUST-SEE and being sold FURNISHED !! Inside, you’ll find new impact-resistant windows, sliders, and front door, plus durable luxury vinyl plank flooring that runs throughout the entire unit, including the screened lanai. The kitchen has been completely renovated with new cabinets, quartz countertops, a stylish backsplash, and all-new appliances, while the living and dining area features a custom built-in storage unit with a bar. A spacious primary suite is designed for comfort, with a Remote-Control Window Blind and a Barn Door leading to a fully updated ensuite. The bathroom features an expanded walk-in shower with bench, double vanity, new toilet, and a custom walk-in closet by Closet Factory. The guest bedrooms and additional bathroom are equally impressive with a new deep soaking tub, vanity, & toilet, and a built-in Murphy bed, workspace with storage by Closet Factory, and barn door in the 3rd bedroom. Step outside to the spacious screened lanai with Electrical Storm Blinds, storage closet, and peaceful views of the pond and 14th Hole of the Golf Course with Southern rear exposure. A dedicated carport is included, and the building has upcoming HOA-funded exterior updates, including fresh paint, new gutters....the NEW ROOF was just completed! Ideal for year-round, seasonal, or as an Investment...up 6 leases annually, and no pets allowed. Located in the highly desirable gated community of The Forest in South Fort Myers, residents enjoy amenities included in the HOA fee: Community pool, a Childrens Park, High speed internet/cable, insurance, & water. For golf enthusiasts, The Forest features two award-winning championship, golf courses—The Bobcat, and The Bear. The latter has just recently completed a major renovation and is simply stunning! The other Course, The Bobcat, IS OPEN! Exceptional INCENTIVES offered now through the end of 2025 to new members of the prestigious Forest Country Club! The community’s location offers unmatched convenience, situated just west of US 41 between Gladiolus Drive/Ben C. Pratt Parkway and Alico Road. You’re only minutes away from SWFL International airport, popular Gulf beaches, as well as an abundance of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.

Property details

Type
Condominium
Year built
1981
Interior
1,420 sqft
Lot size
Not specified
Acreage
Not specified
Garage
None
Days on market
265
Total association fees
$12,602/yr (~$1,050/mo)
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$3,919/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Yes · High risk (AE)
Storm protection
Impact Windows/Doors
Exposure
South
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
No
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

AssociationManagementCableTvInsuranceInternetIrrigationWaterLegalAccountingMaintenanceGroundsMaintenanceStructurePestControlRecreationFacilitiesRoadMaintenanceSewerStreetLightsSecurityTrashWater

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

Amenities

BocceCourtClubhouseGolfCourseBarbecuePicnicAreaPlaygroundPickleballParkPrivateMembershipPoolSidewalksTennisCourtsTrailsManagement

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
$197/sqft
Comp median
$194/sqft
Difference
+2%

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
16472 Timberlakes Drive 204May 2026$260,0003/21,418$183
15631 Red Fox RunApr 2026$325,0002/21,528$213
17025 Golfside Circle 301Oct 2025$210,0003/21,379$152
12078 Terraverde Court 2801Aug 2026$270,0002/21,322$204
Average4 comps$266,250$188

Market trends, Fort Myers

Median list
$319,999
Median $/sqft
$210
Median sold (90d)
$333,950
Avg days on market
95
Active listings
2,482
Median sold price · Fort Myers
$332,500last 3 months0.7% 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 · 60 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 $35,000 (11.7%) from the original list price.

Feb 6, 2026Sold$265,000
Dec 2, 2025Price reducedfrom $289,900$279,900
Apr 25, 2025Listed$300,000

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Waterfront
  • Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
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
  • No garage listed
  • Higher association fees (~$12,602/yr)
Location convenienceHigh
Hospital
2.1 mi
HealthPark Medical Center
Beach
6.6 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
5.6 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
3.5 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.