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Fort Myers Beach Sets New Record with $11.25M Luxury Home Sale

SUSAN KOSCHALK October 22, 2024

The post-Hurricane Ian real estate market is proving resilient and desirable, with a recent record-breaking sale on Fort Myers Beach setting a new benchmark for luxury properties. A beachfront home at 5940 Estero Blvd. sold for $11.25 million, the highest price ever recorded for a single-family home on the island.

Part of John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate listed the property and announced the sale as a pivotal moment in the market’s recovery.

A New Standard for Island Living
Previously, the record stood at $6.175 million for a home sold in 2022 at 4148 Estero Blvd. But this newly built four-bedroom, six-bathroom home, completed in 2023, has raised the bar.

“This sale reflects Fort Myers Beach’s enduring allure as a prime destination for luxury real estate,” said Doug Grant, leader of The Grant Group. “We’re seeing the impact of updated building codes and high-quality designs capable of withstanding future storms.”

Resilient Design Meets Modern Luxury
Designed by Gary W. Lau Inc., this modern coastal property features:

White oak and tile flooring throughout
Chef’s kitchen with a butler’s pantry and quartz countertops
Thermador appliances and a Lutron lighting system
Elevator access and a full surround sound system
The outdoor space is just as luxurious, with a saltwater infinity pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and fireplace—all elevated to meet new hurricane codes.

Grant emphasized how these new designs are built to endure future storms, saying, “These homes can handle storms like Hurricane Milton with ease, thanks to features like epoxy flooring and raised pools.”

A Bright Future for Fort Myers Beach
The sale not only reflects the appeal of new construction but also the enduring desire for beachfront living.

A growing trend involves teardowns of older properties to make way for modern, storm-resilient homes. This particular property was previously purchased in 2017 for $2 million, and its transformation represents the future of high-end real estate along the coast.

In another recent milestone, a $12.9 million home on Bonita Beach was just sold, further proving that demand for waterfront properties remains strong.

“People still want to be on the beach,” he said. “And it’s going to be new construction that leads the way.”

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