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With its world-class beaches and gorgeous weather, Fort Myers, Florida real estate beckons to both tourists and new residents every day, including people seeking to move into Fort Myers, Florida existing homes or resale homes. Searching Fort Myers, Florida MLS resale listings is almost effortless on NewHomesRealEstate.net because we have volumes of comprehensive listings of Fort Myers existing homes for sale, from mansions to investment properties to fixer-uppers.

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Fort Myers, Florida Area Demographics

Fort Myers, Florida real estate is located along the wide Caloosahatchee River, which exits into the Gulf of Mexico about 10 miles southwest of the city. Situated south of Tampa Bay and Sarasota and north of the Florida Everglades, Fort Myers is known as the “City of Palms” and lies south across the Caloosahatchee from Cape Coral, Florida, the state’s third-fastest-growing city. Three large barrier islands, Pine Island, Sanibel Island and Captiva Island, shelter Fort Myers from the gulf. Fort Myers is part of the Florida Suncoast, which stretches from north of St. Petersburg south to Naples along the state’s western shore.

One of Florida’s fastest-growing cities, Fort Myers has a population of 61,412 (2005 U.S. Census), an increase of more than 25 percent since 2000. Fort Myers is the county seat of Lee County (population 544,758). The county grew by more than 100,000 residents in five years, an increase of more than 24 percent, making it the 63rd fastest growing county (by percentage) in the nation.

Anyone with a taste for the sea and the sun will find it hard to resist the Fort Myers area, where striking sunsets and seemingly endless beaches with spectacular shelling and looming lighthouses draw both residents and visitors all year long. Lee County, which covers 1,212 square miles, was created in 1887 as a subdivision of Monroe County and drew its name from Robert E. Lee, the famous American Civil War general. In 1923, Lee County was split to create Collier County to the south and Hendry County to the east.

Fort Myers’ balmy climate produces 90-degree days in summer months, but the average high in January is a comfortable 70 degrees. With the moderating influence of the gulf, freezing temperatures occur less than once per year on average. In August, 2004, Hurricane Charley smacked Lee County, causing extensive damage. The next year, Hurricane Wilma battered a wide area just south of Fort Myers all the way to Florida’s east coast.

Fort Myers, Florida History and Culture

Fort Myers, Florida real estate has witnessed profound changes during its history, which spans more than 10,000 years of human habitation, based on the discovery of ancient Indian mounds throughout the area. Spanish explorers landed north of Fort Myers near Sarasota almost 500 years ago. Fort Myers was originally built in 1850 after the Third Seminole War and named after Col. Abraham Charles Myers, then chief quartermaster in Florida. Fort Myers was incorporated in 1886 and the late 1800s and early 1900s were a period of growth and change for Fort Myers, which established itself then as the historical and governmental hub of Lee County as well as the gateway to the Southwest Florida region, a major tourist destination in Florida and a popular place to live for retirees.

The area was considered a “cow town” until northerners began to migrate to Florida for the warm climate and sunshine. In 1885, Thomas Alva Edison came to Fort Myers and made the town his winter home. Another famous resident who wintered in Fort Myers was Henry Ford. The winter homes of both Edison (Seminole Lodge) and Ford (The Mangoes), which are both primary tourist attractions in the region, are located on McGregor Boulevard in Fort Myers.

Fort Myers, Florida Attractions, Activities and Amenities

Fort Myers, Florida real estate provides unlimited opportunities for its residents and visitors. Whether you are interested in the arts, sports or a leisurely stroll along the beach, Fort Myers can accommodate you. Besides its rich history, Fort Myers offers its residents great business opportunities and a quality family lifestyle. The area emphasizes the fostering of nurturing neighborhoods and strong educational programs. Retirees, too, can find a quality of life in Fort Myers not found in other communities. Personal income and effective buying income have steadily risen since 1990, with the greatest recent employment growth in the home health industry. The cost of living is far below other Florida destinations such as Miami and Orlando.

Everything from nature hiking to upscale shopping to just plain relaxing can be found on nearby Sanibel Island and the 20 miles of pristine, white, sandy beaches which comprise its shore. The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife refuge on Sanibel features 278 species of resident and migratory birds, observation towers, a wildlife drive, hiking and canoe trails, as well as fishing and crabbing. Shell collecting, or “shelling,” on Sanibel is considered world class. Water sports, including fishing and boating, are extremely popular.

For almost 70 years, Fort Myers has been famous for its professional baseball spring training. From late February to early April, both the Boston Red Sox and the Minnesota Twins call Fort Myers’ Hammond Stadium home. During the summer months, the Fort Myers Miracle, a Twins minor-league team, play at Hammond Stadium.

Living in Fort Myers, the “City of Palms,” constantly reminds both its residents and visitors of its rich history, natural beauty and its status as one of the best places to live now and in the future.

Whether you seek a luxury home, a starter home, a condominium, a townhouse or an investment property, NewHomesRealEstate.net can help you find the Fort Myers, Florida real estate you desire.