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1281 Caloosa Dr, Fort Myers, FL, 33901

$675,000

Home List Price

$8,016*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
2,298 SqFt
$294/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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1281 Caloosa Dr, Fort Myers$675,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$8,016*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Garage, Attached Carport
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1955
HeatingCentral, Electric
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
WaterfrontNone
ViewOther
MLS #224033604
Lot Size0.43 Acres
StatusActive

About 1281 Caloosa Dr

Location, Location, Location! This home boasts 2298 sqft on an oversized lot with almost 0.43 acres on one of the most desirable streets in old Fort Myers! As you drive down the palm tree lined street towards the Caloosahatchee River, you can feel the beauty of this neighborhood. As you enter the home, the open living area has a stunning wood burning fireplace which is the perfect place to sit and enjoy a book. The updated kitchen has white shaker cabinetry, 48" built in pantry, limestone countertops and stainless steel appliances with a wet bar that can be used as a separate prep area. The rear den allows for a separate living space and the HUGE family room would be a perfect game room with large windows overlooking the expansive fenced in back yard. Here you will find an open patio, fire pit, large mature trees and plenty of space for a pool AND a detached garage and guest house. The possibilities are endless! The carport on the side of the 1 car garage has a large gate to allow access to the backyard for trailer or boat storage. The bedrooms have original oak flooring adding to the charm of this mid-century home. Roofs were replaced in 2013, AC replaced in 2019, cast iron from bathrooms and kitchen were replaced in 2018, bathrooms and kitchen were updated in 2018, new blown in insulation in 2019 and chimney serviced in 2019. Flood zone X, No HOA, No CDD! Don't wait and schedule your private showing today! Houses here don't last long!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Other, Ranch, One Story
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,298 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Realty Rents and Sales, LLC
  • Office Phone: (239) 225-1234
  • Listing Agent: Noelle Tietz

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Wet Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Fireplace, Living/Dining Room, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Cable TV

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront: None
  • View: Other
  • Exterior: Fence, None, Patio, Room For Pool

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Attached Carport

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Oversized Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.43 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Fort Myers High School, Public Magnet Grades 9-12
  • Dunbar High School, Public Magnet Grades 9-12
  • Cypress Lake High School, Public Magnet Grades 9-12
  • Fort Myers Middle School, Public Magnet Grades 6-8
  • Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Cypress Lake Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Allen Park Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5
  • Edison Park Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5
  • Orangewood Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Fort Myers Country Club, head north on McGregor Blvd, left on Caloosa Dr, house is on the right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $675,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $294/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $5,166
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Fort Myers, FL

City

Med. Sold Price

$370.2K

Med. Price/SqFt

$243

Avg. Days On Market

69

# of Sold Homes

469

1281 Caloosa Dr vs Fort Myers

17 DAYS ON ROCKET

-52 Days

$675,000

+$304.7K More

$294/SqFt

+$51 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $304.7K more than the Median Sold Price and $51/SqFt more than other homes in Fort Myers, FL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: SWFL
  • MLS Number: #224033604

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Realty Rents and Sales, LLC
  • Office Phone: (239) 225-1234
  • Listing Agent: Noelle Tietz

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 23, 2013Home Sold
$160,000
Aug 04, 2005Home Sold
$455,000
Nov 30, 2004Home Sold
$355,000
Oct 22, 2003Home Sold
$228,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$5,166$243,860
2019$5,252$243,853
2018$5,433$247,099
2017$5,650$251,942

History based on county public records data.

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$3,436

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$2,090

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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3
/10

  • Allen Park Elementary School

  • 3345 Canelo Dr

  • 0.59 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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5
/10

  • Edison Park Elementary School

  • 2401 Euclid Ave

  • 1.24 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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3
/10

  • Orangewood Elementary School

  • 4001 Deleon St

  • 1.24 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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1
/10

  • Fort Myers Middle School

  • 3050 Central Ave

  • 1.30 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades 6-8

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3
/10

  • Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School

  • 4750 Winkler Avenue Ext

  • 3.07 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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5
/10

  • Cypress Lake Middle School

  • 8901 Cypress Lake Dr

  • 5.35 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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6
/10

  • Fort Myers High School

  • 2635 Cortez Blvd

  • 0.84 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades 9-12

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1
/10

  • Dunbar High School

  • 3800 Edison Ave

  • 3.36 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades 9-12

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4
/10

  • Cypress Lake High School

  • 6750 Panther Ln

  • 5.44 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $92,157. Most Fort Myers, FL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1281 Caloosa Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1281 Caloosa Dr property is $675,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1281 Caloosa Dr is a house located in Fort Myers, Florida, 33901.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1281 Caloosa Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1281 Caloosa Dr are:
Allen Park Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Edison Park Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Orangewood Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Fort Myers Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Cypress Lake Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Fort Myers High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
Dunbar High School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Cypress Lake High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $5,166 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on September 23, 2013 for $160,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1281 Caloosa Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1281 Caloosa Dr is 2,298 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1281 Caloosa Dr is 1955.

Rocket Homes›Florida›Lee County›Fort Myers›33901›1281 Caloosa Dr

This home is located at 1281 Caloosa Dr in Fort Myers, FL and zip code 33901 in the Riverside Park neighborhood. This 2,298 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.43 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $675,000.

Fort Myers, FL housing market in March 2024 saw over 19 listings sold above listed price, more than 68 sold at listed price and over 382 sold below. The number of listings in Fort Myers, FL increased by 8.1% between February 2024 and March 2024. Listings spent 69 days on the market in March 2024, and had a median list price of $370,217 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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