6 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Gulf Heights
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For SaleMLS# 226023614

$8,975,000

6 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Gulf Heights

5256 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931

6 beds8 baths4,579 sqft
GatedBeach AccessBoatingWaterfront

About this home

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged, AI generated or rendered. 5256 Estero Boulevard presents a rare and captivating Gulf-to-Boulevard assemblage on Fort Myers Beach. Spanning over ½ acre with 90 feet of direct Gulf frontage and approximately 270 feet of depth, this exceptional offering provides an unmatched opportunity for investors, developers, or those seeking to create a legacy beachfront estate. (See the adjoining 5300 Estero assemblage for additional Gulf-front opportunities.) The property consists of three parcels, including two Gulf-front single-family residences offering a combined 8 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, and more than 4,500 square feet of living space, along with a large multifamily parcel extending to Estero Boulevard. This rear parcel can also be divided into two single-family homesites, creating an irreplaceable development footprint in one of Southwest Florida's most desirable beachfront locations. Zoned for weekly rentals and new elevated construction with private pools, the property offers exceptional flexibility for luxury vacation homes, a boutique beachfront resort, an exclusive residential compound, or a high-performing income-producing investment. The weekly rental zoning significantly enhances the property's revenue potential while maximizing future development opportunities. For those seeking an even larger vision, 5256 Estero Boulevard can be combined with the adjacent 5300 Estero assemblage, creating nearly one acre with approximately 180 feet of continuous Gulf frontage—one of the largest and most prestigious contiguous beachfront holdings on Fort Myers Beach. With extremely limited Gulf-front inventory and the island's continued redevelopment, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to secure a premier beachfront investment offering exceptional scale, outstanding income potential, long-term value, and lasting legacy appeal in the heart of Fort Myers Beach.

Property details

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year built
1990
Interior
4,579 sqft
Lot size
23,522.4 sqft
Acreage
0.54 acres
Garage
None
Days on market
27
Total association fees
None
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$125,650/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Yes · High risk (VE)
Storm protection
Impact Windows/Doors
Exposure
Southeast
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
Yes
County
Lee

Amenities

BeachRightsBeachAccess

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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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
3420 Estero BoulevardDec 2025$6,900,0005/54,409$1,565
Average1 comps$6,900,000$1,565

Market trends, Fort Myers Beach

Median list
$749,000
Median $/sqft
$621
Median sold (90d)
$474,000
Avg days on market
129
Active listings
399
Median sold price · Fort Myers Beach
$472,000last 3 months12.8% vs $541,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Fort Myers Beach
22.5% MoM36.9% YoY
$442k$595k$749kJul ’25Aug ’26
$465,000Aug ’26 · 25 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.

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Gulf access (Direct — Gulf frontage)
  • Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
Consider
  • Built 1990 — 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
Location convenienceHigh
Hospital
6.5 mi
HealthPark Medical Center
Beach
2.5 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
11.2 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
7.1 mi
Coconut Point (Estero)

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

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