This fully-updated gem in the much sought after Historic Edison Park, located just off the iconic palm-lined McGregor Boulevard, is just steps from everything. Experience the perfect blend of 1950s soul and 2026 convenience in the heart of Edison Park. This meticulously maintained residence, just freshly painted, offers total peace of mind with a 2019 metal roof and impact-resistant windows already in place. Relax on your charming front porch, overlooking a rare, private view with no opposite neighbors. Inside, gleaming original wood floors lead to a fully updated kitchen and designer bathroom—both installed with lovely fixtures and new appliances. You’ll find a cozy family room anchored by a beautiful fireplace—the perfect spot for quiet evenings or hosting friends. This inviting space flows into a massive screened porch, offering seamless indoor/outdoor living and endless possibilities for year-round entertaining. Cool features about this home are the original oak wood floors throughout and original pine in the kitchen, some of the original upper kitchen cabinets from 1950, a nice sized garage, a huge pantry for a home of this age, a light-filled breezeway, the wonderful lanai that spans the back of the home, instant hot water, and sympathetic upgrades in keeping with the era of the home. Just steps to the vibrant River District, this home puts the best of Fort Myers at your doorstep.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$286Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Tina Sujana• Florida Homes Realty & Mortgage
SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN EDISON PARK AREA OFF MCGREGOR BLVD. FEATURING 2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATHROOM , 1 CAR GARAGE AND OVERSIZED SCREENED LANAI. HOME NEEDS TLC AND A KITCHEN. THIS IS A FREDDIE MAC/HOMESTEPS FORECLOSURE SOLD IN AS-IS CONDITION WITH THE RIGHT TO INSPECT. PLEASE PROVIDE PROOF OF FUNDS OR PRE APPROVAL LETTER. Use AS-IS FARBAR CONTRACT FOR OFFERS. THIS IS NOT A SHORT SALE!
FORTMLS #217023201
Sep 20, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2017
Price Changed
$175,000
$140/sq ft
Mar 28, 2017
Listed
$235,000
$188/sq ft
FORTMLS #200724818
May 11, 2007
Sold
$231,000
$185/sq ft
Apr 26, 2007
Price Changed
$236,900
$189/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 6, 2005
Sold
$295,000
$236/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 1986
Sold
$65,000
$52/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,157 (−0.2%)
2024
$1,159 (+2.7%)
2023
$1,129 (−1.1%)
2022
$1,141 (+0.6%)
2021
$1,135 (+9.7%)
2020
$1,034 (+0.9%)
2019
$1,025 (−73.8%)
2018
$3,909 (+242.7%)
2017
$1,141 (+2.3%)
2016
$1,115 (−0.6%)
2015
$1,122 (+9.3%)
2014
$1,027
Tax history for 1640 Marlyn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,157 (−0.2%)
2024
$1,159 (+2.7%)
2023
$1,129 (−1.1%)
2022
$1,141 (+0.6%)
2021
$1,135 (+9.7%)
2020
$1,034 (+0.9%)
2019
$1,025 (−73.8%)
2018
$3,909 (+242.7%)
2017
$1,141 (+2.3%)
2016
$1,115 (−0.6%)
2015
$1,122 (+9.3%)
2014
$1,027
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
93 ft.
Lot depth
143 ft.
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,251
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lee County
APN
234424P3020300180
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 25, 2026.
RS-6
EDISON PARK
Residential Single-Family - 6 District
This district is intended to accommodate single-family residential development and protect existing neighborhoods from incompatible uses. The maximum density permitted is 6 du's per acre.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Park & open space
Feb 13, 2026 • Final
Roof
Re-roof a residential building with 5-v metal roofing.
Roofing
Aug 13, 2019 • Final
Re-roof: 1&2 family
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.