Retail for Sale in Fort Myers Beach, FL, $1,500,000
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For SaleMLS# 2026032895

$1,500,000

Retail for Sale in Fort Myers Beach, FL, $1,500,000

185 Old San Carlos Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931

beds baths2,490 sqft

About this home

Commercial Development Opportunity in the Heart of Fort Myers Beach As Fort Myers Beach continues its remarkable transformation, opportunities to own commercial property within the Downtown Core are becoming increasingly limited. With nearby commercial sites already moving into contract, available inventory along Old San Carlos Boulevard continues to shrink, making this an ideal time to secure a position in one of the island's most active redevelopment corridors. Located at 185 Old San Carlos Boulevard, this Commercial Boulevard (CB) zoned property presents an outstanding opportunity for investors, developers, and business owners alike. The existing structure provides the option to renovate and occupy in the near term, while the site's zoning and location create exceptional possibilities for future redevelopment. The property enjoys a highly visible location close to Times Square, the Fort Myers Beach Pier, Crescent Beach Family Park, Lynn Hall Memorial Park, and the Gulf of Mexico. Surrounded by restaurants, retail shops, entertainment venues, and popular tourist destinations, the area continues to attract increasing numbers of residents and visitors as redevelopment projects reshape the island. Ongoing public improvements, private investment, upgraded infrastructure, and new commercial development are helping redefine the Downtown Core into one of Southwest Florida's premier coastal destinations. This continued momentum offers significant long-term potential for businesses seeking to establish a presence in an expanding market. Commercial Boulevard zoning supports a broad range of permitted uses, including retail, restaurant, office, bar, hospitality, residential, and mixed-use projects. Whether your plans involve creating a destination dining experience, boutique retail space, professional offices, vacation accommodations, or a multi-level mixed-use development, this property offers the flexibility and location to bring those plans to reality while benefiting from the continued growth of Fort Myers Beach.

Property details

Type
Retail
Year built
1955
Interior
2,490 sqft
Lot size
4,312.44 sqft
Acreage
0.10 acres
Garage
None
Days on market
0
Total association fees
None
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$21,000/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Yes · High risk (VE)
Storm protection
None listed
Exposure
Not specified
Waterfront
No
Gulf access
No
Gulf access type
N/A
Pool
No
Spa
No
Natural gas
No
Water
Not specified
Sewer
Not specified
New construction
No
Pets
Not specified
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.

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Market trends — Fort Myers Beach

Median list
$720,000
Median $/sqft
$614
Median sold (90d)
$474,500
Avg days on market
133
Active listings
421
Median sold price · Fort Myers Beach
$475,000last 3 months14.8% vs $557,500 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Fort Myers Beach
13.4% MoM34.2% YoY
$442k$595k$749kJul ’25Aug ’26
$485,000Aug ’26 · 3 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

Consider
  • Built 1955 — 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
6.3 mi
HealthPark Medical Center
Beach
0.4 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
10.8 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
8.7 mi
Bell Tower Shops

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

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