The birthplace of Fort Meyer’s “City of Palms” nickname
Set along the Caloosahatchee River in southwestern Florida, McGregor Corridor is a community shaped by botanical history and quiet coastal living. Its defining feature, McGregor Boulevard, traces its origins to the early 1900s when Thomas Edison imported 200 royal palms from Cuba to line the roadway—a project that later inspired Fort Myers’ “City of Palms” nickname.
Today, this nearly 15-mile corridor remains shaded by mature palms and banyans, connecting historic 1930s-era homes to walkable sidewalks and bike paths. The riverfront location provides access for kayaking and boating, with waterways linking to the Gulf of Mexico, while the boulevard’s residential streets reflect a mix of Spanish Revival and Florida architecture. “The architecture and lifestyle are the biggest draws,” says Eric Dinkel, a Realtor with Cornerstone Coastal Properties. “Homes hold their value well here.” Though quieter than downtown Fort Myers, just minutes away, McGregor Corridor's appeal lies in its balance of historical roots and riverfront location—a neighborhood where palms planted over a century ago continue to frame daily life.
Ranch-style homes can be found in the McGregor Corridor neighborhood.
Lush landscaping and palm trees help homes in the neighborhood stand out.
McGregor Boulevard in the McGregor Corridor neighborhood is lined with giant royal palm trees.
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Waterfront homes with river accessibility
In McGregor Corridor, the majority of properties have typically sold for between $250,000 and $400,00, though a number of others have gone for above the half-million-dollar mark. Intricate, palatial estates stretch into the multi-million-dollar range, as well. The variety of styles means contemporary, modern flair can be found alongside more modest ranch homes on McGregor Corridor's streets, as well as larger riverfront complexes and Spanish Revival designs. Many of the homes on the waterfront feature small docks extending out into the rolling waters of the Caloosahatchee. Some constructions have been standing for a century or close to it, with much of the neighborhood’s development taking place between the 1950s and the turn of the millennium, while new homes are still being built and there’s other, private communities to the south.
Towering royal palms overlook this home in the McGregor Corridor neighborhood.
Contemporary flair adorns this McGregor Corridor home.
Homes along the shoreline in the McGregor Corridor neighborhood have large docks reaching out into the water.
The McGregor Corridor neighborhood features interconnected canals that lead to the Gulf of Mexico.
There are many historic homes in the McGregor Corridor neighborhood
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A well-regarded school pipeline
Students in the McGregor Corridor neighborhood attend schools in the Lee County Public Schools district. Tanglewood Elementary School is located immediately northeast of Whiskey Creek Country Club, serving pre-kindergarten up through fifth grade and receiving a B-plus from Niche. Cypress Lake Middle School follows with its enrollment of students from sixth to eighth grade, also scoring a B-plus with Niche and ranking in the service’s top 25% of public middle schools in the state. Cypress Lake High School finishes the pipeline with grades nine through 12, ranked the 30th-best high school for the arts in Florida by Niche and rating at an A-minus.
Cypress Lake Middle School has about 786 students.
Tanglewood Elementary has an 18-to-1 student-teacher ratio.
Cypress Lake High School is a highly rated school with a 22-to-1 student-teacher ratio
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Rutenberg offers the closest open green space
To the east are about half a dozen parks within a few minutes’ drive, and the closest of is Rutenberg Park near the southeastern end of the community. With fields for baseball and football, courts for tennis and basketball, a playground and outlets for walking dogs and bird watching, Rutenberg has plenty to offer its visitors. Also nearby are Jefferson Park, which features a dog-walking trail; the small Seminole Park; Bowling Green Park, with a playground; and Hunter Park, with its walking and biking trails along with grilling areas and pavilion.
The playground at Rutenberg Park is fun for the whole family.
The closest public park to McGregor Corridor, Rutenberg Park has facilities for sports like tennis.
You can take lessons on Rutenberg Park's tennis courts.
Jefferson Park is located near the McGregor Corridor neighborhood.
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Maritime dining along McGregor Boulevard
For some local flavor, residents of McGregor Corridor can head to the local Deep Lagoon Seafood and Oyster House, which has four locations. Featuring intricate artwork of a variety of fish lining the walls, from sharks to swordfish, the restaurant is located near the southernmost end of McGregor Corridor. Other favorites include the Lazy Flamingo and Whiskey Creek Station, the latter of which has been in operation for nearly four decades and prides itself on its comfort food. CRaVE Restaurant does triple duty as a place to eat as well as a sandwich shop and market, while both the McGregor Café and the McGregor Pizza Company are situated near the northern end of the area. Cypress Lake Drive has additional eateries and, along Cleveland Avenue a few minutes east, chains like Krispy Kreme and Hooters can be found alongside shopping centers on the main thoroughfare. A Publix on South Pointed Boulevard, a Walmart Neighborhood Market to the east and a nearby Sprouts Farmers Market all serve grocery needs.
The Deep Lagoon Seafood and Oyster House is a beloved local restaurant.
The Lazy Flamingo in the McGregor Corridor neighborhood has a great atmosphere.
The Deep Lagoon Seafood and Oyster House offers waterfront dining.
McGregor Pizza and Deli Co. has a range of pies.
The menu at Crave Restaurant in McGregor Corridor features a variety of feel-good food options.
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Seven miles from downtown Fort Myers
Farmers markets, art and music walks, annual festivals and boat shows are yearly staples in Fort Myers proper, but closer to McGregor Corridor there’s other opportunities for recreation. Fort Myers Country Club was designed more than a century ago and sits just north, playing host to events as well as those who want to hit the links. Master-planned communities like The Landings and the Caloosa Yacht and Racquet Club are also nearby, while Fort Myers Beach is only about a 10-mile drive south.
The entrance to the Landings Yacht, Golf and Tennis Club.
The Landings Yacht, Golf and Tennis Club offers numerous sporting amenities.
Some of the fairways at The Landings Yacht, Golf and Tennis Club are lined with palm trees.
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Headed west across the river or south to the beach
College Parkway serves as McGregor Corridor's link across the Caloosahatchee, becoming the Cape Coral Bridge and Cape Coral Parkway as it spans the river before passing into Cape Coral itself. McGregor Boulevard bisects the wider, middle portion of the neighborhood and geographically serves as the eastern boundary for the northern and southern sections, the thoroughfare becoming San Carlos Boulevard en route to the beach as it runs south and, to the north, reaching into Fort Myers.
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Best part of Fort Myers, historical palm tree lined streets, every amenity you can think of! Close to the beach, and a very charming and vibrant doewntown!
3.0Niche User
5/14/2015Niche Review
Employment is here and there but its not flourishing. I would jus say average.
3.0Niche User
5/14/2015Niche Review
its a good place to live if you're older and want to raise a family, but being a teenager here can get old and boring.
3.0Niche User
5/12/2015Niche Review
Ft. Myers does not have many mom-and-pop stores which I personally prefer, it mainly consists of chain stores and extremely similar places. There's not too much variety or choice of shopping. It's possible to get everything needed but the stores could use some updating and variation.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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McGregor Corridor Demographics and Home Trends
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