Fort Myers Beach Real Estate

Ft. Myers Beach, Florida - An Island Gem

Want to have some fun in the sun in Southwest Florida - then consider Ft. Myers Beach. A favorite of sun lovers, boaters and winter snowbirds, the seven miles of wide sandy beaches draws residents and visitors from all over the world, including generations of families. The hub of all activity is Times Square - where the storefronts are all painted in beach motifs, the dining is outdoors, and you can people watch all day! People watching is a sport at The Beach and you'll enjoy the diverse and eclectic folks who live and visit this gem. At the end of day everyone gravitates to the Pier - a landmark on "The Beach" for watching sunsets or casting a line in the surf.

Nightlife is everywhere on Ft. Myers Beach especially around the Times Square area, but if you'd like a more soulful approach head towards the south end of Estero Island where you'll find wide, wide long expanses of beach and peaceful surroundings. On the western side is the Gulf of Mexico but just across the boulevard you'll find the intercoastal channels and Estero Bay - a US protected waterway. Here is where you'll find abundant wildlife where manatees and dolphins abound and every type of water bird makes the mangrove islands their home.

Ft. Myers Beach offers many sponsored activities during the year including the Shrimp Festival in March and the International Sand Sculpting Festival in November. In May, there's the Offshore Gran Prix Power Boat Race and the Air Show. Combined with the every day activities like parasailing, jet skiing and fishing charters, there's always something to do on The Beach! And, when you're feeling adventuresome, Ft. Myers and Naples are both just a short drive away.

Fort Myers Beach Homes and Condos for Sale

The Ft. Myers Beach real estate market has something for everyone too. Dotting the Gulf side of the island you'll find high and mid rise condos, lavish mansions, and Key West style residences. On the Bay side you can find every type of home you could wish for – snug bungalows, stilted clapboards, and charming new architecturally pleasing designed condominiums.

Map of Fort Myers Beach

So, whether you're looking for a winter get away, a weekly timeshare or a island retirement retreat you can find it on Ft. Myers Beach. Essentially, the island offers almost any type of property you can imagine. And once you find just the right place, you'll quickly come to understand, a Ft. Myers Beach home or condo is a destination, a refuge, and a way of life here in Southwest Florida.

For more information about Ft. Myers Beach and its residential lifestyle choices – just contact us – one of our associates will be happy to assist you. To search for homes and condos for sale in Ft. Myers Beach, visit our Ft. Myers Beach MLS Search. To see other Southwest Florida search options, visit our Florida Home Search page.

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