Welcome to 1285 Driftwood Drive, a beautifully maintained home in a desirable waterfront community offering peaceful views of Hancock Creek leading to the Caloosahatchee River. Enjoy watching manatees and other Florida wildlife right from your own backyard. Situated at an impressive 8-foot elevation, this property offers the perfect combination of Florida lifestyle, functionality, and peace of mind—with no city taxes, community fees, or deed restrictions. Enjoy the beauty of the outdoors from the backyard, featuring a magnificent mature Live Oak and Mango tree. A circular driveway provides plenty of parking and attractive curb appeal. The spacious 3-car garage features separate bays and 230-volt electrical service, making it ideal for a workshop, welding, hobbies, or additional storage. Additional storage includes space above the garage and a separate garden storage area. Inside, enjoy beautiful views through a three-panel sliding glass door with an automatic shade, creating a seamless connection between the indoor living space and the outdoors. Hurricane shutters for the lanai provide added protection and peace of mind. The home has been thoughtfully maintained and updated, including a new roof in 2018, water heater in 2021, new appliances including washer and dryer in 2022, and a new A/C system in 2022. The interior was painted and new carpet installed in 2023. In 2026, the bathrooms received new cabinetry, the exterior was freshly painted, and the garage interior was also painted. Additional features include transferable flood insurance and a complete set of the home's original plans. Enjoy the convenience of Judd Park, a county-maintained community amenity located within walking distance, offering two dog parks, multiple tennis courts, a tot lot, a FREE public boat ramp, and an illuminated baseball field. The location is exceptionally convenient—approximately one-half mile from the Cape Coral city limits and approximately one mile from the Edison Bridge connecting North Fort Myers to Fort Myers. Shopping, dining, entertainment, beaches, Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport are all easily accessible. With scenic water views, opportunities to watch manatees, desirable elevation, mature landscaping, abundant storage, an oversized 3-car garage, extensive updates, no deed restrictions, and an outstanding central location, 1285 Driftwood Drive offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the Southwest Florida lifestyle without the restrictions and fees found in many communities. Come see this special property and experience all it has to offer!
For sale
$359,000
1285 Driftwood DR, NORTH FORT MYERS, FL 33903
3beds
1,618sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
0.39 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Abundant storageScenic water viewsMature landscaping
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer Naples 239-297-2957,
John R Wood Properties,
Nicholas Naples, III 239-888-9744,
John R Wood Properties
Source: SWFLMLS,MLS#: 226028241
Originating MLS: Bonita Springs
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, 3 Bed
Bedroom
- Features: First Floor Bedroom, Master BR Ground
Dining room
- Features: Dining - Living, Eat-in Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Smoke Detectors, Great Room, Laundry in Residence
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Shutters - Manual
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,707
- Total interior livable area: 1,618 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Mangroves
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Oversize
Details
- Parcel number: 0344240300000.0080
- Zoning: RS-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Central
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Dog Park, No Subdivision
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: CHARLAU CHANNELS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Barbecue, Bike Storage, Boat Storage, Park, Dog Park, Internet Access, Play Area, See Remarks
Location
- Region: North Fort Myers
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $256,797
- Annual tax amount: $1,476
- Date on market: 8/31/2026
- Lease term: Buyer Finance/Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $359,000+1200.7%$222/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/4/1994 | Sold | $27,600$17/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,477 +6% | $117,240 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $1,393 +3.9% | $113,936 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,341 -10% | $110,617 +3% |
| 2022 | $1,491 +4.5% | $107,395 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,426 +0.3% | $104,267 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,422 +2.8% | $102,827 -62.4% |
| 2019 | $1,383 | $273,731 +177.5% |
| 2018 | $1,383 +0.7% | $98,641 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $1,374 +1% | $96,612 -55.6% |
| 2016 | $1,360 +9.6% | $217,555 +16% |
| 2015 | $1,241 -0.5% | $187,504 +15% |
| 2014 | $1,247 +1.8% | $163,008 -1.1% |
| 2013 | $1,226 +3.6% | $164,801 +27.4% |
| 2012 | $1,183 +0.9% | $129,395 +1.8% |
| 2011 | $1,172 -0.8% | $127,160 +47.2% |
| 2010 | $1,181 -25% | $86,382 -36.9% |
| 2009 | $1,574 +3.8% | $137,000 -27.6% |
| 2008 | $1,516 -6.6% | $189,100 -8.4% |
| 2007 | $1,623 -1.2% | $206,540 +9.4% |
| 2006 | $1,642 -1.8% | $188,780 -2.8% |
| 2004 | $1,672 -2.4% | $194,120 +84.5% |
| 2003 | $1,713 +5.3% | $105,190 +9.6% |
| 2002 | $1,626 | $95,990 +1.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $94,920 |
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