OFF MARKET

Off market aug 2023 for $1.6M

$1,775,987

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $11,512/mo

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4,237

sq ft

3978 W Riverside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33901

About this home

Welcome to 3978 W Riverside Drive and the BEST Caloosahatchee riverfront renovation opportunity in Southwest Florida. Flooded and damaged by Hurricane Ian, you're offered a blank slate to remodel this amazing property. Offering an open-concept main home with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, leading seamlessly out to the large lanai & pool, the floor plan and bones of this home are perfect. The master bedroom offers stunning views, a large en-suite bathroom, and an expansive walk in closet. In addition, a stand-alone 1000 square-foot guest home includes a bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen, and screened patio with amazing river views all situated over the extra-large 3-car-garage. The guest house was relatively unaffected by the storm and is move in ready. MLS photos 31-50 show the home as what it was before Hurricane Ian and what it will be again. Comfortably worth $3M+ pre-storm this home has so much potential for an investor or end user. With all that this home has to offer, it's sure to get a lot of attention. Act fast, this opportunity won't last.

Single-familyProperty Type

2006Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

$419Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Trevor Moore • VIP Realty Group Inc

Bought with Pamela Stevenson • Palm Paradise Real Estate

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:FORTMLS #223023922

Redfin Estimate

$1,775,987

$101K since sold in August 2023$109K since October

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This home's estimate is 7.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.65M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAR 11, 2026
$3,725,000
A
5 beds5.5 baths5,257 sq ft
3914 W Riverside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33901
SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$1,425,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,013 sq ft
34 George Town, Fort Myers, FL 33919
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$767,500
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,787 sq ft
4615 Caloosa Vista Way, Fort Myers, FL 33901
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,025,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths4,481 sq ft
1321 Hanton Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$1,925,000
E
4 beds4.5 baths5,195 sq ft
1265 Canterbury Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33901
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$1,025,000
F
4 beds4 baths5,300 sq ft
23 Winewood Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33919

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Market trends in 33901, FL

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

91.8%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$300K

$46K MoM

Avg. days on market

58d

28 days MoM

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Sale history for 3978 W Riverside Dr

Date

Event

Price

FORTMLS #223023922

Aug 25, 2023

Sold

$1,675,000

$395/sq ft

Aug 12, 2023

Pending

—

Aug 2, 2023

Price Changed

$1,850,000

$437/sq ft

Mar 28, 2023

Listed

$1,999,900

$472/sq ft

FORTMLS #220052988

Oct 9, 2020

Sold

$1,750,000

$413/sq ft

Aug 30, 2020

Pending

—

Aug 22, 2020

Listed

$1,894,900

$447/sq ft

+30

Welcome to this completely remodeled riverfront estate in Fort Myers, off historic McGregor Boulevard. This stunning home offers the perfect balance of comfortable living and high-end design with expansive views of the Caloosahatchee River. The entire living area includes over 4200 luxurious square-feet. This includes the open-concept main house with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, leading seamlessly into a large screened lanai, pool, dock/boat-lift and all that riverfront living has to offer. In addition, a stand-alone 1000 square-foot guest home includes bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen and screened patio/amazing river views over the extra-large 3-car-garage. Having undergone complete renovation over the last year, this gorgeous home offers chefs kitchen including stunning island, GE Monogram appliances, gas range, quartz countertops, wood-ceiling inlays, remodeled bathrooms, and huge walk-in closets with built-ins. The home boasts modern smart-home features including Lutron, Nest, Pentair and SimpliSafe. It is hard to list all that is included in this high-end estate. Schedule a tour today. This home is the move-in ready so act fast. .. . it won't last long!

FORTMLS #219000002

Aug 9, 2019

Sold

$1,290,000

$304/sq ft

Jul 22, 2019

Pending

—

May 19, 2019

Price Changed

$1,299,000

$307/sq ft

Mar 14, 2019

Price Changed

$1,399,900

$330/sq ft

Jan 1, 2019

Listed

$1,475,000

$348/sq ft

+30

Welcome to one of the most impressive waterfront estates in Fort Myers. Situated off of historic McGregor Boulevard, overlooking the Caloosahatchee River, this home gives you the feel of pure elegance the moment you step in the door. Offering over 4200 square feet with 3 bedrooms plus a home office, 3 bathrooms, and a 1 bedroom/1 bathroom guest house over the huge 3 car garage, this home offers ample space. The large sliding glass doors maximizes the gorgeous river views from every spot in the home. With its open layout that seamlessly flows from your main living room into the expansive lanai, this home is ideal for entertaining. Offering a heated pool and spa overlooking your large wraparound boat lift, this is outdoor space is one of the best you’ll see. Upgrades include; GE monogram appliances, 10+ foot ceilings, solid wood interior doors, multi-zoned AC system, central vacuum, a Polk audio surround system, and a salt generator for the pool. In the best location in all of Fort Myers, close to downtown, Sanibel, and Fort Myers Beach, this home is truly special from all aspects.

Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #C7415622

Jul 1, 2019

Listing Removed

—

FORTMLS #218032022

Nov 1, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Jul 3, 2018

Price Changed

$1,499,999

$354/sq ft

Apr 30, 2018

Listed

$1,599,000

$377/sq ft

FORTMLS #217049615

Sep 15, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Sep 15, 2017

Price Changed

$1,599,000

$377/sq ft

Aug 3, 2017

Listed

$1,499,000

$354/sq ft

FORTMLS #217034095

Jun 29, 2017

Listing Removed

—

May 15, 2017

Listed

$1,499,900

$354/sq ft

FORTMLS #216077962

May 13, 2017

Price Changed

$1,499,900

$354/sq ft

May 13, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Mar 1, 2017

Price Changed

$1,849,900

$437/sq ft

Jan 30, 2017

Price Changed

$1,999,900

$472/sq ft

Dec 14, 2016

Listed

$2,190,000

$517/sq ft

Tax history for 3978 W Riverside Dr

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

90 ft.

Lot depth

200 ft.

Lot size

0.38 Acres

Year renovated

2005

Sq. Ft.

4,237

Year built

1958

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lee County

APN

344424P2006J0001A

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 25, 2026.

RS-5

Residential Single-Family - 5 District

This district is intended to accommodate single-family residential development and protect existing neighborhoods from incompatible uses. The maximum density permitted is 5 du's per acre and minimum lot size for residential uses is 8,000 sq ft and 10,000 sq ft for all other uses.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Park & open space

Apr 6, 2026 • Final

Renovation: single family

Replace interior drywall damaged by a hurricane and install new kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities. Install new tile flooring and a new air conditioning unit. Perform minor electrical work including removing an outlet and relocating lighting fixtures while maintaining existing plumbing.

Bathroom

Electrical

Kitchen

Plumbing

Remodel

Mar 14, 2024 • Final

Windows/doors: 1&2 family

Remove and replace windows and doors damaged by a hurricane.

Remodel

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.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3

Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Two Spaces
# of Covered Spaces: 3

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Laundry Information
Features: Inside

Interior Features
Window Features: Single Hung
Unfurnished
Other Features: Bedroom on Main Level, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Dual Sinks, Main Level Master, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Split Bedrooms

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 2
Roof Details: Tile
Construction Details: Block, Concrete, Stucco, Wood Frame

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Shutters Manual
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Porch

Pool and Spa Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Concrete, In Ground
Has Spa
Spa Features: Gunite

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.3795
Lot Size Acres: 0.3795
Lot Size Dimensions: 108 x 197 x 88 x 166
Lot Dimensions Source: Appraiser
Lot Size Source: Appraiser
Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Oversized Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Is Waterfront
Waterfront Features: River Front
Zoning Description: RS-5

Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: East
Entry Level: 1

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $19,242.30
Tax Year: 2021

Rental Information
Pets Allowed Details: Yes

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

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

HOA Information
Association Fee 3: 0.0

Community Information
Community Features: Non-Gated

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,237
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Lee County
APN: 344424P2006J0001A

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 25, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Orangewood Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

6/10

Fort Myers Middle Academy

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi

3/10

Fort Myers High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

10/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 107° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years

10/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

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In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in June and 6.8 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.69M – $2.04M

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Home values near 3978 W Riverside Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3954 West Riverside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 3470 Sq. Ft.	$2,362,464
3914 West Riverside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5257 Sq. Ft.	$3,692,310

Address	Redfin Estimate
3965 West Riverside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1639 Sq. Ft.	$2,712,790
4106 West Riverside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1532 Sq. Ft.	$403,384

Address	Redfin Estimate
4109 West Riverside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4158 Sq. Ft.	$2,489,821
3944 West Riverside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4586 Sq. Ft.	$3,426,478

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