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  • $699,700

    260 Sterling Ave, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

    3beds
    1,584sqft
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    $4,513/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1958
    8,712 Square Feet Lot
    $647,000 Zestimate®
    $442/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This canal-front parcel on Fort Myers Beach awaits your vision for re-building to create a spectacular new home and offers a rare chance to create your dream waterfront lifestyle. This is an unbeatable location on an oversized lot with 83 feet of water frontage, across from beautiful natural mangroves, so you can embrace the quintessential Florida lifestyle with boating, fishing, and water sports right at your doorstep. The house is presently empty and ready for construction. The structure of this home weathered the storm, and it presents an incredible opportunity for those with vision and a passion for coastal living. Imagine waking up to the gentle sway of palm trees and the promise of a sun-drenched day on Fort Myers Beach. Your personal boat ramp makes launching effortless, inviting you to explore the stunning waterways and beyond – it’s just a quick cruise to the bay and out to the open Gulf. A leisurely stroll puts you directly on the pristine sands of Fort Myers Beach, where you can soak up the sun, collect seashells, and enjoy breathtaking sunsets. This community is resilient and rebuilding stronger than ever, which is a testament to the enduring appeal and vibrant future of this coveted location. With your creative touch, this property can be transformed into a stunning waterfront retreat. Don't miss this chance to invest in your slice of paradise and create lasting memories on Fort Myers Beach. This is more than just a property, it's an opportunity to build your dream!
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    Listed by:

    Kathleen Waite 239-236-4350,

    Keller Williams Realty Fort Myers and the Islands,

    Sarah Ashton 239-691-4915,

    Keller Williams Realty Fort Myers and the Islands

    Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2250393MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: DR/LR Combo, Kitchen, Laundry, Workshop
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: See Remarks
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Eat-in Kitchen, 8 Ft Ceilings
      • Flooring: Terrazzo
      • Doors: French Doors, Jalousie, Sliding Doors
      • Windows: Jalousie, Sliding
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,296
      • Total interior livable area: 1,584 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: No Garage
      Features
      • Entry location: Ground Level
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Canal
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Canal
      • Waterfront features: Canal Salt, No Bridge, Seawall, Canal
      • Frontage length: 83
      Lot
      • Size: 8,712 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 334624W2005L00130

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Ground Level, Stucco
      • Roof: Fiberglass
      Condition
      • Year built: 1958

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Mcphie Park
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Fort Myers Beach

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $442/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $672,358
      • Annual tax amount: $2,558
      • Date on market: 3/4/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 516 days
      • Listing terms: BTF/Cash

        Estimated market value

        $647,000

        $556,000 - $751,000

        $5,193/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/3/2025Price change$699,700-1.3%$442/sqft
        Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250393 Report a problem
        3/4/2025Listed for sale$709,000+516.5%$448/sqft
        Source: SWFLMLS #225023839 Report a problem
        2/10/1994Sold$115,000$73/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,712 +4.6%$215,752 +2.9%
        2024$2,592 +1.3%$209,672 +3%
        2023$2,558 -3%$203,565 +3%
        2022$2,638 +1.7%$197,636 +3%
        2021$2,593 -0.4%$191,880 +1.4%
        2020$2,604 +2.2%$189,231 -50.4%
        2019$2,546 $381,144 +110%
        2018$2,546 +3.6%$181,528 +2.1%
        2017$2,458 +0.6%$177,794 -53.7%
        2016$2,444 +1.1%$383,839 +6.4%
        2015$2,417 -0.7%$360,808 +6.4%
        2014$2,434 +0.3%$339,003 +17.2%
        2013$2,426 +1.1%$289,205 +8.4%
        2012$2,399 +0.9%$266,895 -7.7%
        2011$2,377 -1.9%$289,164 -0.5%
        2010$2,422 +8.3%$290,590 -20.6%
        2009$2,236 +7.3%$365,760 -3%
        2008$2,083 -2.9%$377,070 -26.9%
        2007$2,145 -4.6%$515,510 +5.8%
        2006$2,247 -2.6%$487,290 +71.2%
        2004$2,307 -1.5%$284,680 +19.9%
        2003$2,343 +1.3%$237,420 +20.9%
        2002$2,313 $196,370 +38.9%
        2000-- $141,350
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 33931

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        47 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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