Historically, Fort Myers, Florida real estate for
sale was relatively inexpensive, but since the end of the Great Recession prices
have begun to rise.
After years of serving as a stopping-off
point to the beach islands of Sanibel and Captiva, Fort Myers is becoming a
destination in itself. The city of Fort Myers and its surrounding area has
recently become a popular destination for second home buyers and investors
seeking rental income, from both the United States and the world. Its
attraction was and remains its year-round tropical climate that promises sunshine and an
annual average temperature in the mid-70s.
In February 2019 Fort Myers
was ranked by US News & World Report as number six on its list of “Best Places
to Live Near the Beach.” The list was based on the order of appearance on US
New and World Report’s overall “Best Places to Live” list, which factors in the
area’s affordability, job market, morning commute and access to quality health
care. Fort Myers was also on US News & World Report’s 2018 list of “Best
Places to Retire”, ranking number two and “Best Places to Live”, ranking number
41.
Even before these awards
Fort Myers real estate for sale was beginning to appreciate and that trend has
continued since the report’s publication.
The city of Fort Myers has
made a concerted effort to develop its downtown core over the past number of
years. Businesses have begun to move to the area and the city’s restaurant and
art scene are expanding. Large sporting events held during the off-season of
June to September are drawing visitors. Taken as a whole Fort Myers’s downtown is
becoming a draw for investors, year-round visitors and conventions, with its
walkable areas, arts scene, myriad bars and restaurants, all offering a diverse
selection of options. Fort
Myers, Florida’s real estate for sale possibilities now
include an attractive array of condominiums along its waterfront and single
family homes along famed McGregor Boulevard.
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