H227 - Mesmerizing Mizner!!! An amazing opportunity to own a piece of history that is listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. The Mizner Estate located on 1+ fenced acres with lush landscaping, a pond with fountains, front and rear verandas and 20+ Royal Palm Trees. The Mizner Estate is a short walk from Downtown Ft Myers, where restaurants, shopping, theater and nightlife abound. The property offers a 3000+ square foot, three bedroom, five bath Main home and a separate Carriage with two separate living quarters. No detail was missed by the owner. While the home is residential multi family zoned it is licensed to operate as an event venue, bed & breakfast, restaurant and countless other business ventures or you could live in an Estate Home on Millionaire Row where Edison used to enjoy visits. This home needs to be seen to fully appreciate all it has to offer. Schedule your showing today.
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
1.05 acresLot Size
$537Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by LeAne Taylor Suarez• John R. Wood Properties
Landmark Home designed by noted architect Addison Misner who helped launch the Florida Renaissance movement in the early 1920's. The extraordinary architecture has landed this home on the National Registry of Historic Places. Desirably located within walking distance to exciting Historic Fort Myers River District with its galleries, theaters, fine dining and boutique shopping. This unique property is zoned Urban General which allows for both residential and limited commercial uses and was most recently used as a design studio and sales center. Known as The Alderman House after its original resident, Frank Alderman Sr. , the President of the original Fort Myers National Bank, a key figure in financing downtown buildings and developments like Dean Park. With a brand new roof and air conditioning this stunning building is ready to be restored to an elegant single family home again or perhaps you'd prefer to run it as a gorgeous Bed & Breakfast. If an office is what you'd like, move right in and open up. Home is ADA compliant and signage has already been approved. Contact agent for all the exciting details. Be sure to watch the video tour of the property.
Public Records
Aug 21, 2015
Sold
$515,000
$133/sq ft
FORTMLS #205055036
Mar 2, 2015
Price Changed
$1,500,000
$387/sq ft
May 2, 2005
Sold
$1,505,000
$389/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 14, 2005
Sold
$1,505,000
$389/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1995
Sold
$225,000
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 7, 1990
Sold
$54,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,514 (+15.1%)
2024
$17,824 (+0.6%)
2023
$17,709 (+61.6%)
2022
$10,961 (+940.5%)
$342,053 + $239,576
$581,629
2021
$1,053 (+27.5%)
$342,053 + $239,576
$581,629
2020
$826 (+1.8%)
2019
$812 (−88.7%)
2018
$7,172 (+1.3%)
2017
$7,081 (−19.1%)
$206,100 + $109,665
$315,765
2016
$8,754 (+29.1%)
$206,100 + $109,665
$315,765
2015
$6,783 (−55.1%)
$206,100 + $185,081
$391,181
2014
$15,113
Tax history for 2572 1st St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,514 (+15.1%)
2024
$17,824 (+0.6%)
2023
$17,709 (+61.6%)
2022
$10,961 (+940.5%)
$342,053 + $239,576
$581,629
2021
$1,053 (+27.5%)
$342,053 + $239,576
$581,629
2020
$826 (+1.8%)
2019
$812 (−88.7%)
2018
$7,172 (+1.3%)
2017
$7,081 (−19.1%)
$206,100 + $109,665
$315,765
2016
$8,754 (+29.1%)
$206,100 + $109,665
$315,765
2015
$6,783 (−55.1%)
$206,100 + $185,081
$391,181
2014
$15,113
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.05 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
3,388
Year built
1924
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Lee County
APN
134424P2000070010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 26, 2026.
U-GEN
DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AREA
Urban General District
The urban general district areas shall encourage compatible infill and encourage live/work units and limited mixed-uses/
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Bank
Day care facility
Housing
Office
Dec 13, 2024 • Final
New plumbing: 1&2 family
Install a backflow prevention device with certification.
Plumbing
Jul 9, 2024 • Final
Non-ad valorem -
Install new asphalt pavement.
Grading
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.
Other Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Family/Dining Room, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, Living/Dining Room, See Remarks, Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
Multi Unit Information
# Of Units In Community: 1
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Roof Details: Shingle, Tile
Construction Details: Block, Concrete, Stucco
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Fruit Trees, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio, Privacy Wall, Storage, Water Feature, Awning(s)