NOT LISTED FOR SALE

13857 River Forest Dr Fort Myers, FL 33905

Estimated Value: $533,000 - $687,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,221 Sq Ft
$264/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 29, 2021

Last sale price $495,000 $223 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,309/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Dock
  • Boat Lift
  • River View
  • Boating
  • Concrete Pool
  • Home fronts a canal

About This Home

As of June 2021

RIVER FOREST POOL home on the canal with SOUTHERN exposure and deep boat access! Wow! DON'T MISS THE VIDEO! This charming 2,200 sq. ft., 4BR, 3BA home is in the friendly Fort Myers community of RIVER FOREST. With an in-ground, cement and caged swimming pool, expansive yard and interior living space large enough for the whole family, you can't beat the value that this home offers. With some TLC, you will have a gem!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debbie Dreher

Real Broker, LLC License #NAPLES-462544434 Listed on: 04/28/2021

Real Broker, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Debbie Dreher

Real Broker, LLC License #NAPLES-462544434 Listed on: 04/28/2021

Real Broker, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,691

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 100
  • Home fronts a canal
  • South Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Property is zoned RS-1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Deeded Parking

Property Views

  • River
  • Canal

Home Design

  • Concrete Block With Brick
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,221 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Great Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Tile Flooring
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Pool

  • Concrete Pool
  • In Ground Pool

Outdoor Features

  • No Fixed Bridges
  • Boat Lift
  • Private Dock
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 20-43-26-03-00000.0270

Community Details

Recreation

  • Boating
  • Gulf Boat Access

Additional Features

  • Voluntary home owners association
  • Clubhouse

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,691

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Legal Description: RIVER FOREST UNIT 1 PB 12 PG 62 LOT 27
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Table: Residential
  • Street View Param: 1$26.719352$-81.735049$100.72$13.33$1.00$O5vM_qPhTORiv6vmzI1jkg
  • Building Design: Single Family
  • Building Description: 1 Story/Ranch
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished Description: Unfurnished
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 222.87
  • Total Floors: 1
  • Room Count: 7
  • Additional Rooms: Great Room, Screened Lanai/Porch
  • Estimated Living Area: 2221
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Bedroom Description: Master BR Ground
  • Bedrooms: 4 Bed
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Equipment: Auto Garage Door, Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Floor Plan: Great Room
  • Windows: Double Hung

Exterior Features

  • Gulf Access: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Private Spa: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction: Concrete Block
  • Gulf Access Type: No Bridge(s)/Water Direct
  • Boat Access: Boat Dock Private, Boat Lift
  • View: Canal, Partial River
  • Exterior Features: Fence, Patio
  • Exterior Finish: Stucco
  • Private Pool Type: Below Ground, Concrete
  • Waterfront Type: Canal

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Description: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Driveway Paved

Utilities

  • Cable Available: Yes
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Electric
  • Heat: Central Electric
  • Sewer: Central
  • Water: Central

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Mandatory HOA: No
  • Restrictions: Deeded
  • Sub Condo Name: RIVER FOREST
  • HOA Description: Voluntary

Association/Amenities

  • Pets: No Approval Needed
  • Development: River Forest
  • Amenities: Clubhouse
  • Community Type: Boating

Lot Info

  • Builder Product: No
  • Lot Back: 100
  • Lot Frontage: 100
  • Lot Left: 150
  • Lot Right: 155
  • Lot Unit: 27
  • Section: 20
  • Total Area: 4861
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning Code: RS-1
  • Acres: 0.3500
  • Rear Exposure: South
  • Lot Description: Oversize
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 150 X 100 X 155
  • Parcel Number: 20-43-26-03-00000.0270

Rental Info

  • Lease Limits: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Description: County Only
  • Taxes: 4691.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 28, 2021
Closed on
Jun 29, 2021
Sold by
Estero Bay I Llc
Bought by
Santiago Carvajal Lourdes M and Carvajal Manuel
Seller's Agent
Debbie Dreher
Real Broker, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Dreher
Real Broker, LLC
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$495,000
Current Estimated Value
$585,690

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$90,690
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.06%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2005
Sold by
Battaglia Patricia
Bought by
Estero Bay I Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$464,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 1996
Sold by
Poulos William J and Poulos Deborah G
Bought by
Battaglia Joseph and Battaglia Patricia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.93%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Santiago Carvajal Lourdes M $495,000 Cottrell Title & Escrow Llc
Estero Bay I Llc $580,000 Masters Title Llc
Battaglia Joseph $200,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Estero Bay I Llc $464,000
Previous Owner Estero Bay I Llc $464,000
Previous Owner Battaglia Joseph $284,000
Previous Owner Battaglia Joseph $53,493
Previous Owner Battaglia Joseph $230,000
Previous Owner Battaglia Joseph $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/29/2021 06/29/21 Sold $495,000 0.0% $223 / Sq Ft
05/06/2021 05/06/21 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2021 04/28/21 For Sale $495,000 -- $223 / Sq Ft
Source: Naples Area Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,699 $141,760 -- --
2023 $1,699 $137,631 $137,621 $10
2022 $3,769 $283,464 $0 $0
2021 $5,158 $356,141 $131,993 $224,148
2020 $4,691 $313,320 $112,875 $200,445
2019 $4,305 $283,433 $112,875 $170,558
2018 $4,677 $303,621 $112,875 $190,746
2017 $4,548 $287,464 $98,175 $189,289
2016 $4,585 $289,053 $114,744 $174,309
2015 $4,319 $266,798 $105,348 $161,450
2014 $3,972 $244,500 $103,586 $140,914
2013 -- $211,709 $86,352 $125,357
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Debbie Dreher

    Real Broker, LLC

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Map

Source: Naples Area Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 221029723

Naples Area Board of REALTORS®

APN: 20-43-26-03-00000.0270

Florida Lee County Fort Myers 33905

13857 River Forest Dr, Fort Myers, FL

This home is located at 13857 River Forest Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905 since 28 April 2021 and is currently estimated at $585,690, approximately $263 per square foot. This property was built in 1966. 13857 River Forest Dr is a home located in Lee County with nearby schools including Orange River Elementary School, Tice Elementary School, and The Alva School.

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