DIRECT GULF/ SAILBOAT ACCESS IN ALVA!!! High and dry- updated post Hurricane Ian, no storm damage. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!! This well loved 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom home is in River Oaks, a non-deeded, NO HOA, water front community that sits in the heart of Alva on the Caloosahatchee River. Property is conveniently zoned AG-2! Laminate floors throughout with a fresh coat of paint on all walls- ready to make it your own! Metal roof, newer AC, new well pump, updated kitchen with quaint country style butcher block counter tops! This is the perfect family home and it is move in ready! Extra building out back for storage. Bring your boat and start enjoying the perfect combination of quiet county water front living in a friendly neighborhood!!
* * * DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION * * * Well sought after BOATING COMMUNITY in wonderful River Oaks off Palm Beach Blvd in beautiful Alva FL. Boaters dream home with PRIVATE BOAT DOCK! 4 Homes away from the Caloosahatchee River! Long boat dock to accommodate large boat. Water depth approximately 7 1/2 ft. Large boats and Sail boat accessible. Remodeled home. New bathrooms, driveway, landscaping, painted inside and out, completely tiled through out. New side by side stainless steel refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher. Metal roof. Wonderful open floor plan. Large master bedroom with walk in closet. Beautifully renovated master bathroom with tiled shower and seamless glass enclosure. 2 screened lanai's. Large shed for extra storage. Nice screen room with lights and electricity off boat dock area. Perfect for entertaining. Plenty of room to park your boat AND an RV. Beautiful sunsets right from your waterfront home! This home won't last long! Call for a showing today! Easy to show!
FORTMLS #216058970
Oct 19, 2016
Sold
$125,000
$85/sq ft
Oct 2, 2016
Pending
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Sep 22, 2016
Listed
$125,000
$85/sq ft
+19
This is the perfect location and home for the boater or fisherman with easy access to Sanibel Island and the east coast of Florida via the Intracoastal Waterway. The home is an investor or handyman’s dream and is ready for finishing and custom touches. Located east of I-75 in the quiet and laid back community of River Oaks, located between Palm Beach Blvd and The Caloosahatchee River, great opportunity to own direct sailboat access canal front home, just 4 houses to the river. This 3 bedroom 2 bath home is an outdoor lover’s dream. Enjoy the evening sunsets from the western exposure backyard. There is a detached storage building and screened lanai overlooking the canal. River Oaks is one of the nicest communities and you will enjoy friendly neighbors and quiet evenings. Plenty of room for a pool and to store all your toys.
Public Records
May 6, 2005
Sold
$235,000
$160/sq ft
FORTMLS #80074084
Jan 8, 2003
Sold
$122,000
$83/sq ft
Nov 28, 2002
Price Changed
$141,000
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 2, 1995
Sold
$70,000
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,239 (−6.2%)
2024
$2,387 (+16.6%)
2023
$2,047 (−1.3%)
2022
$2,074 (+3.2%)
2021
$2,009 (+5.4%)
2020
$1,906 (+1.2%)
2019
$1,883 (−2.9%)
$40,000 + $98,084
$138,084
2018
$1,940 (−19.0%)
$40,000 + $98,084
$138,084
2017
$2,395 (+28.3%)
$40,000 + $97,272
$137,272
2016
$1,867 (−0.6%)
$40,000 + $97,272
$137,272
2015
$1,878 (+64.2%)
$40,000 + $62,859
$102,859
2014
$1,144
Tax history for 2170 Gardner Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,239 (−6.2%)
2024
$2,387 (+16.6%)
2023
$2,047 (−1.3%)
2022
$2,074 (+3.2%)
2021
$2,009 (+5.4%)
2020
$1,906 (+1.2%)
2019
$1,883 (−2.9%)
$40,000 + $98,084
$138,084
2018
$1,940 (−19.0%)
$40,000 + $98,084
$138,084
2017
$2,395 (+28.3%)
$40,000 + $97,272
$137,272
2016
$1,867 (−0.6%)
$40,000 + $97,272
$137,272
2015
$1,878 (+64.2%)
$40,000 + $62,859
$102,859
2014
$1,144
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
135 ft.
Lot size
9,801 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
1,470
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lee County
APN
28432702000010050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
AG-2
Agricultural District
The purpose of the agricultural districts is: To provide areas for the establishment or continuation of agricultural operations, with residential uses being permitted as ancillary to agricultural uses; and To accommodate those individuals who understand and desire to live in an agricultural environment.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Office
Research & development
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
Window Features: Single Hung
Unfurnished
Flooring: Laminate
Other Features: Living/Dining Room, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Cable TV, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 1
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Block, Concrete, Stucco
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fence, Patio, Room For Pool
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio, Porch
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.225
Lot Size Acres: 0.225
Lot Size Dimensions: 75 x 130 x 75 x 130
Lot Dimensions Source: Appraiser
Lot Size Source: Appraiser
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Is Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Canal Access, Navigable Water
Zoning Description: AG-2
Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: East
Entry Level: 1
Resale
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,009.46
Tax Year: 2021
Rental Information
Pets Allowed Details: Yes
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric
Location
Multi Unit Information
# Of Units In Community: 1
Community Information
Community Features: Boat Facilities, Non-Gated
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,470
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,801 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Lee County
APN: 28432702000010050
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
The Alva School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Riverdale High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.5mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 27 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Alva, FL • 33920
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 6.8 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$290,000 – $351,000
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