Waterfront Home for Sale in River Forest, FL, $450,000
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For SaleMLS# 2026032850

$450,000

Waterfront Home for Sale in River Forest, FL, $450,000

13838 River Forest Drive, Fort Myers, FL, 33905

beds baths sqft
GatedBoatingWaterfront

About this home

Riverfront lot with brand NEW SEAWALL with upgraded higher bulkhead. Discover the perfect setting for your dream home on this exceptional riverfront lot, featuring a brand-new seawall with an upgraded, higher bulkhead. The previous home has already been removed, allowing you to save time and money while avoiding future complications. With the new seawall in place and the old structure gone, you can bypass the lengthy permitting process and focus on designing your new home right away. Boater’s Paradise on the Caloosahatchee River! This exceptional direct Gulf-access lot is located on the peaceful, scenic stretch of River Forest Dr in Fort Myers. Featuring a brand-new oversized seawall, this homesite is ready for your dream waterfront estate. No bridges, no locks—just open water access to the Gulf of Mexico in minutes. Enjoy stunning river views, tranquil sunsets, and a true Southwest Florida boating lifestyle. Whether you're an avid fisherman, weekend cruiser, or sunset seeker, this property offers the perfect launch point. Situated in an established, quiet neighborhood with easy access to I-75, downtown Fort Myers, shopping, dining, and more. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a prime piece of riverfront property with everything in place to start building your waterfront dream.

Property details

Type
Residential
Year built
Not specified
Interior
Not specified
Lot size
16,770.6 sqft
Acreage
0.39 acres
Garage
None
Days on market
0
Total association fees
None
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$6,300/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Yes · High risk (AE)
Storm protection
None listed
Exposure
North
Waterfront
Yes
Gulf access
Yes
Gulf access type
Direct — no bridges
Pool
No
Spa
No
Natural gas
No
Water
Public
Sewer
Assessment Paid
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

Median list
$320,000
Median $/sqft
$211
Median sold (90d)
$332,999
Avg days on market
96
Active listings
2,537
Median sold price · Fort Myers
$332,000last 3 months2.2% vs $325,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Fort Myers
1.8% MoM4.8% YoY
$314k$347k$380kJul ’25Aug ’26
$314,125Aug ’26 · 12 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 — no bridges)
Consider
  • In a higher-risk flood zone (AE) — flood insurance likely required
  • No garage listed
Location convenienceModerate
Hospital
9.6 mi
Lehigh Regional Medical Center
Beach
22.8 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
12.2 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
11.8 mi
Edison Mall (Fort Myers)

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

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