Waterway Estates
Community amenities, El Rio Golf Club and county parks
How residents of the Waterway Estates neighborhood spend their free time depends on the subdivision in which they live. For those living in Moody River Estates, outdoor options like tennis, water aerobics and pickleball are steps away from home. Regardless of subdivision, locals can practice their swing at El Rio Golf Club, a course centered between Moody River Estates and Waterway Estates, or stop by one of the many parks located within a two-mile radius of the neighborhood, including Waterway Park and Kurt Donaldson Community Park. When choosing a green space, there’s no need to worry about quality. “All of our county parks that you see on the map are kept up with and utilized,” Boyd-Jones says.
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Condos and houses in Moody River Estates and Waterway Estates
The neighborhood has two main subdivisions, both offering waterfront single-family homes and amenity-rich condos. In the homeowners association of Moody River Estates, homes feature stucco finishes and tile roofs, and each property is steps from a picturesque lake. Palm trees act as a barrier between houses, and a wide sidewalk connects to community amenities. In the namesake subdivision of Waterway Estates, ranch-style homes with uniform property sizes line a narrow canal. “There are a lot of vacation homes, but there are usually lease restrictions,” Boyd-Jones says. While two-bedroom condo units in Moody River Estates start around $325,000, waterfront homes in the community over 2,500 square feet reach nearly $700,000. Three-bedroom houses in the Waterway Estates subdivision begin around $360,000 and reach up to $1 million for homes over 4,000 square feet.
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Access to nightly and annual events in the City of Palms
Homeowners in Moody River Estates benefit from private events and parties, but all residents in the Waterway Estates neighborhood gain access to the countless events happening in Fort Myers. Whether looking for orchestra performances, live theater events or farmers markets, downtown Fort Myers features a full calendar of events to attend throughout the year. Some of the most popular annual activities include the boat parade, concert series and international film festival.Stores and restaurants on both sides of the Caloosahatchee River
Whether grabbing ingredients for dinner or looking for a spot to dine for lunch, residents benefit from the neighborhood’s convenient proximity to retailers on both sides of the river. Publix Super Market at Orange Grove Center sits across the Hancock Bridge Parkway, near El Rio Golf Club, and national retailers like Target, Five Below and Lowe’s Home Improvement are less than 5 miles away at Del Prado Crossing. For restaurants, spots like Brooke’s Restaurant & Lounge and Ristorante Fabio can be reached in about a mile, and downtown Fort Myers includes top-rated dining options less than 5 miles away, including Ford’s Garage Fort Myers and Izzy’s Fish & Oyster.
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Walkable elementary and A-rated high school in Lee County
Part of Lee County Public Schools, the neighborhood gains access to a walkable elementary school and a top-rated high school. Students start their education at Hancock Creek Elementary, a B-graded school, according to Niche. From here, students transition to Caloosa Middle, a B-minus-graded school, before attending North Fort Myers High, an A-graded school ranked as the third-best public high school in the county. At North Fort Myers High, students can participate in the Center for the Arts and Media to pursue a specialized education in subjects like dance, visual arts and orchestra.Cleveland Avenue and Interstate 75
With the Hancock Bridge Parkway flanking the neighborhood, residents can easily reach Cleveland Avenue—a highway connecting right to downtown Fort Myers by car and bus. Ramps to Interstate 75 are less than 10 miles away for long-distance travel, and the Southwest Florida International Airport is less than 20 miles southeast.Hospitals to the north, east and west
The neighborhood has multiple medical facilities in three directions. Cape Coral Hospital is less than 3 miles east, and Lee Memorial Hospital is less than 10 miles west. Additionally, the Veterans Affairs Clinic at Cape Coral is less than 5 miles north.
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Alicia Swain
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Donald Hindle III
Donald Hindle III
INBOUND REALTY LLC
(855) 946-4670
20 Total Sales
1 in Waterway Estates
$340,000 Price
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Kelby Rendeiro
Kelby Rendeiro
Caretta Blue LLC
(786) 901-6440
76 Total Sales
1 in Waterway Estates
$317,500 Price
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Jerry Niesman
Jerry Niesman
KW PEACE RIVER PARTNERS
(239) 291-4189
131 Total Sales
2 in Waterway Estates
$121K - $380K Price Range
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Judith Ann New
Judith Ann New
RE/MAX Realty Team
(239) 208-0061
52 Total Sales
1 in Waterway Estates
$142,000 Price
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Penny Lehmann
Penny Lehmann
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(239) 341-5269
185 Total Sales
2 in Waterway Estates
$318K - $455K Price Range
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Mark Borg
Mark Borg
Responds QuicklyDowning Frye Realty Inc.
(239) 610-5483
62 Total Sales
1 in Waterway Estates
$310,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Waterway Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Judd Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Grills
North Shore Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Beach
Paul Sanborn Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Kurt Donaldson Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Mary Moody Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Waterway Estates | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Waterway Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Waterway Estates, North Fort Myers sell after 118 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Waterway Estates, North Fort Myers over the last 12 months is $375,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$420,000
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$500,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$175,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
123
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$218
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,308
Number of Homes for Sale
62
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
6.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,219
Above the national average
1,927
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,447
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
592
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 191 - 3:30pm
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Sunday, Jul 2011am - 1:30pm
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Sunday, Jul 201 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,550 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,600 Sq Ft
- 1731 Golf Club Dr
- Unit 7
- North Fort Myers, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,961
Median Age
55
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,426
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$118,281
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
38.9%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.1%
% Population in Labor Force
59.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
57''
Average Winter Low Temperature
55°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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