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Fort Myers,FL 33905
Key Details
Property Type Vacant Land
Sub Type Residential Lot
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Subdivision Fort Myers
MLS Listing ID 225041185
Originating Board Florida Gulf Coast
Annual Tax Amount $1,110
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 0.714 Acres
Acres 0.714
Property Sub-Type Residential Lot
Property Description
Own a rare piece of paradise in Southwest Florida! Little Shell Island, located in the Caloosahatchee River within the Miserable Mile at Marker 93—just south of Tarpon Point Marina—offers approximately .7 acres of natural beauty surrounded by calm waters and breathtaking views. Priced at $799,000, this private island is currently zoned AG-2, offering a wide range of potential uses. City and County staff have previously recognized the inherent challenges of island development and have granted a variance waiving the standard setback conditions typically required along similar waterbodies in Southwest Florida. Accessible only by boat, Little Shell Island offers a truly secluded retreat. The island has a colorful history, once serving as a popular restaurant destination for locals and passing boaters in the 1970s and 1980s. A previous dock serviced the island, and there may be an opportunity to rebuild, subject to permitting. Additionally, the current owner had previously applied for a variance to build a solar-powered lighthouse-style structure featuring a one-bedroom residence. Whether you envision a private escape, an eco-resort concept, or a return to commercial hospitality, Little Shell Island presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create something truly special in one of Florida's most iconic waterways.
Location
State FL
County Lee
Area Fm15 - Fort Myers Area
Zoning AG-2
Direction Access via boat only.
Exterior
Exterior Feature Boat Slip,Dock Included
Community Features BBQ - Picnic,Beach - Private,Community Boat Dock,Community Boat Slip,Fishing,See Remarks,Boating,No Subdivision,Non-Gated
Utilities Available None
Waterfront Description Mangrove,Navigable Water,Rip Rap,River Front
View Y/N No
View Bay,Gulf and Bay,Mangroves,River,Water
Present Use Agricultural,Commercial,Mixed Use,Other/See Remarks,Single Family
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Irregular Lot,See Remarks
Faces Access via boat only.
Sewer None
Water None
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Tax ID 27-45-23-00-00003.0000
Acceptable Financing Cash,None/Other
Listing Terms Cash,None/Other