13833 River Forest Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905
For Sale $299,900
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Direct Sailboat Gulf Access with Open Water in Minutes! Incredible waterfront opportunity on a wide DEEP WATER CANAL with direct sailboat access and open water just minutes away. Perfectly positioned near the Caloosahatchee River, this property offers fast access to the Gulf of Mexico, Sanibel, Captiva, and Fort Myers Beach. Boaters and water enthusiasts will love the private dock, lift, and rare grandfathered-in boat ramp, ideal for launching your boat, canoe, kayak, or jet skis right from your backyard. Enjoy the soothing sounds of the water and the coastal breeze that make this home feel like a private beach retreat.Set on a large .35-acre lot, this 1,403-square-foot home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a garage, along with a 238-square-foot bonus room perfect for a workshop, home office, or recreation space. Many major updates are already complete including electrical, plumbing, kitchen, and a new roof installed in 2017, giving you the freedom to personalize the finishing touches to your own style. The hard work has been done; now you can design your dream waterfront home without paying for someone else’s taste.Inside, the owners have reimagined the floor plan by opening walls, expanding the kitchen with a modern island, and creating a bright, open-concept layout ideal for entertaining. Step through the living area to a large screened patio overlooking the water, the perfect spot for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or weekend barbecues under the Florida sun.For boating enthusiasts, this is truly a boater’s paradise. Turn east for the Gulf islands and world-class fishing, or head west across the Okeechobee Waterway and reach Florida’s Atlantic Coast by day’s end. From there, the adventure continues to the Keys, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or even the Bahamas.Enjoy the rare combination of deep water access, privacy, and potential in one of Fort Myers’ most desirable waterfront corridors. Whether you renovate, expand, or simply enjoy the charm as it is, this home offers endless possibilities and an unbeatable lifestyle on the water.
Built In Features
Bedroom On Main Level
Kitchen Island
Living Dining Room
Main Level Primary
Shower Only
Separate Shower
Cable Tv
Split Bedrooms
Boat Ramp
Clubhouse
Taxes: $2,477.60
Tax Year: 2024
Patio
Room For Pool
Freezer
Ice Maker
Refrigerator
Refrigerator With Ice Maker
Y
Canal Access
Building Description: Ranch, One Story
MLS Area: Fe07 - East Fort Myers Area
Total Square Footage: 2,610
Total Floors: 1
Water: Public
Construction: Block, Concrete, Stucco
Date Listed: 2025-10-31 11:31:19
Furnished: Unfurnished
Windows: Single Hung, Sliding, Impact Glass, Shutters
Parking: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Paved, Two Spaces, Garage Door Opener
Garage Description: Y
Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage: Y
Flooring: Concrete
Roof: Shingle
Heating: Central, Electric
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
Security: None, Smoke Detectors
Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hooku
Irrigation: None
Pets: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Lot Desc.: Rectangular Lot
Amenities: Boat Ramp, Clubhouse
Listing Courtesy Of: Compass Florida Llc
offers@dardagroup.com
Direct Sailboat Gulf Access with Open Water in Minutes! Incredible waterfront opportunity on a wide DEEP WATER CANAL with direct sailboat access and open water just minutes away. Perfectly positioned near the Caloosahatchee River, this property offers fast access to the Gulf of Mexico, Sanibel, Captiva, and Fort Myers Beach. Boaters and water enthusiasts will love the private dock, lift, and rare grandfathered-in boat ramp, ideal for launching your boat, canoe, kayak, or jet skis right from your backyard. Enjoy the soothing sounds of the water and the coastal breeze that make this home feel like a private beach retreat.Set on a large .35-acre lot, this 1,403-square-foot home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a garage, along with a 238-square-foot bonus room perfect for a workshop, home office, or recreation space. Many major updates are already complete including electrical, plumbing, kitchen, and a new roof installed in 2017, giving you the freedom to personalize the finishing touches to your own style. The hard work has been done; now you can design your dream waterfront home without paying for someone else’s taste.Inside, the owners have reimagined the floor plan by opening walls, expanding the kitchen with a modern island, and creating a bright, open-concept layout ideal for entertaining. Step through the living area to a large screened patio overlooking the water, the perfect spot for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or weekend barbecues under the Florida sun.For boating enthusiasts, this is truly a boater’s paradise. Turn east for the Gulf islands and world-class fishing, or head west across the Okeechobee Waterway and reach Florida’s Atlantic Coast by day’s end. From there, the adventure continues to the Keys, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or even the Bahamas.Enjoy the rare combination of deep water access, privacy, and potential in one of Fort Myers’ most desirable waterfront corridors. Whether you renovate, expand, or simply enjoy the charm as it is, this home offers endless possibilities and an unbeatable lifestyle on the water.
Property Details
Price: $299,900
Sq Ft: 1,403
($214 per sqft)
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Unit On Floor: 1
City: Fort Myers
County: Lee
Type: Single Family
Development: River Forest
Acres: 0.35
Year Built: 1964
Listing Number: 2025016729
Status Code: A-Active
Taxes: $2,477.60
Tax Year: 2024
Garage:
1.00
/
Y
Furnishings: Unfurnished
Pets Allowed: Yes
Interior Features:
Built In Features
Bedroom On Main Level
Kitchen Island
Living Dining Room
Main Level Primary
Shower Only
Separate Shower
Cable Tv
Split Bedrooms
Amenities:
Boat Ramp
Clubhouse
Financial Information:
Taxes: $2,477.60
Tax Year: 2024
Exterior Features:
Patio
Room For Pool
Equipment:
Freezer
Ice Maker
Refrigerator
Refrigerator With Ice Maker
View:
Y
Waterfront Description:
Canal Access
Additional Information:
Building Description: Ranch, One Story
MLS Area: Fe07 - East Fort Myers Area
Total Square Footage: 2,610
Total Floors: 1
Water: Public
Construction: Block, Concrete, Stucco
Date Listed: 2025-10-31 11:31:19
Furnished: Unfurnished
Windows: Single Hung, Sliding, Impact Glass, Shutters
Parking: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Paved, Two Spaces, Garage Door Opener
Garage Description: Y
Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage: Y
Flooring: Concrete
Roof: Shingle
Heating: Central, Electric
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
Security: None, Smoke Detectors
Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hooku
Irrigation: None
Pets: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Lot Desc.: Rectangular Lot
Amenities: Boat Ramp, Clubhouse
Map of 13833 River Forest Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905
Listing Courtesy Of: Compass Florida Llc
offers@dardagroup.com