Island Shores
Homes for Sale in Fort Myers Beach, FL

All 226 homes for sale in Fort Myers Beach, FL · median $522,000 · 351 homes for sale in 33931 · Lee County homes for sale

Community in Fort Myers Beach · Lee County · ZIP 33931
Median sale $3.20M
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As of September 2026, Island Shores in Fort Myers Beach, FL has 5 homes for sale and 1 pending, asking from $1,950,000 to $2,399,000 (median $2,150,000). Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 3 recorded sales closed at a median of $3,200,000, $1,021 per square foot, a median 38 days on market, sellers accepting 90% of original asking. Homes listed or recently sold were built 2023–2026 with 5 new construction; 5 of the 5 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 4 ft). At the median price and Lee County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.97 mills, annual property tax runs about $51,100 ($50,440 with the full homestead exemption).

Island Shores key facts
LocationFort Myers Beach, Lee County, FL · ZIP 33931, 33993
Home types (current listings and sales)condos 67%, singlefamilyresidence 33%
Sale prices, last 12 months$3,200,000 median across 3 closed sales · $1021 per sq ft
Days on market (closed sales)38 median
For sale right now5 active, 1 pending · median asking $2,150,000

Data as of September 20, 2026. Listing information provided by the Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Island Shores key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/island-shores, data as of September 20, 2026.

Last 30 days in Island Shores: 1 new listing (median asking $2,399,000), 1 under contract right now. As of September 26, 2026, Listing information provided by the Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate.

Live · Island Shores Housing Pulse Florida Gulf Coast MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$3.20M
Median sold · 12 mo
$1021/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $1649 in 2023
90.0%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
38days
Median DOM · closed
24 days at the 2023 low
17%
Under contract
Lee: 18% (1,646 of 9,225)
5 · 1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
3
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 4 a year
Track record · 12 years of records
2,560sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales

Homes For Sale Right Now in Island Shores

Live MLS inventory for Island Shores. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Island Shores listings as of 2026-09-26, priced high to low. Listing information provided by the Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Tap any home to ask about it.

Every Home for Sale in Island Shores Right Now (6)

All 6 active and pending Island Shores listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

  • 724 Estero Blvd · $2,399,000 · 2 bd / 1 ba · listed Sep 18, 2026 · listed by Premiere Plus Realty Company
  • 855 Lagoon St 4 · $1,950,000 · 2 bd / 2 ba · listed Sep 4, 2026 · listed by Premiere Plus Realty Company
  • 855 Lagoon St 1 · $2,150,000 · 2 bd / 2 ba · listed Jul 4, 2026 · listed by Premiere Plus Realty Company
  • 855 Lagoon St 3 · $1,950,000 · 2 bd / 2 ba · listed Jul 4, 2026 · listed by Premiere Plus Realty Company
  • 855 Lagoon St 2 · $2,150,000 · 2 bd / 2 ba · listed Jun 27, 2026 · listed by Premiere Plus Realty Company
  • 441 Estero Blvd · $4,899,000 · 4 bd / 4 ba · pending · listed Jun 27, 2026 · listed by Premiere Plus Realty Company
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Island Shores prices by the square foot more than by the address. At a median of $1,021.31 per square foot against a median price of $3.2M, this is a market where structure, view line, and water access carry the number more than any broader neighborhood effect. With only three closings in the current window, that median should be read as a snapshot of what has actually traded, not a stable trend line.

A median 38 days on market suggests these homes are not sitting, but the small sample size means one or two unusual sales can swing both price and pace. For a buyer, that argues for underwriting each listing on its own condition and location rather than leaning on the community average. For a seller, it means comparable-sale selection matters more here than in a higher-volume segment.

The 60-Second Overview

Island Shores market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $3.20M ($1021 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 38 days on market for closed sales.

In ZIP 33931 (Fort Myers Beach), 330 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $444K ($436/sq ft), up 5.0% year over year, with a median 89 days on market. Right now 233 active and 26 pending listings — a soft market. See the live ZIP 33931 housing market and the Lee County market.

Florida Gulf Coast MLS sales records identify 23 homes in Island Shores that have changed hands, built between 2021 and 2026 (median 2025), with a median living area of about 3,248 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 4-bath layout. Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

Island Shores sits in Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, at a price point where per-square-foot cost is doing most of the talking and transaction volume stays thin enough that each closing carries real weight in the numbers.

Best for

  • A buyer targeting a specific property in Fort Myers Beach at the higher end of the price spectrum, prepared to evaluate it on its own merits.
  • A buyer comfortable with limited closed-sale data and willing to lean on per-square-foot analysis over headline price comparisons.
  • A seller with a well-differentiated property who wants pricing built from recent comparable closings rather than a broad community average.

Probably not for

  • A buyer who wants a defined slate of community amenities included in the purchase.
  • A buyer who needs a large pool of recent comparable sales to feel confident in a price.
  • A buyer working with a budget well below this tier's median price point.

Windows contain 0 to 8 sales each (3 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Listing information provided by the Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$1M$2M$3M2014201620182020202220242026
Every sale since 2014 · price vs size
$0$1M$2M$3M1k2k3k4k
60 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$500$1K$2K2014201620182020202220242026
Up from $469 in 2014 to a $1649 peak in 2023; $1021 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
1002002014201620182020202220242026
24 days at the 2023 low; 38 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
60%80%100%120%2014201620182020202220242026
90.0% now.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
02582014201620182020202220242026
0 to 8 a year; 3 in the current window.
How much local inventory is already under contract

8% of homes for sale in ZIP 33931 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-21).

Island Shores Market Scorecard

Balanced

Island Shores is currently a balanced market., a median asking price of $2,150,000, and homes go under contract in about 68 days.

$2,150,000
Median list
$3,200,000
Median sold
$3139
List $/sqft
68
Days on mkt
5/1/0
Active/Pend/Sold

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Florida Gulf Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Housing distress & ownership in Island Shores, Fort Myers Beach

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 30 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-09-19)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Listing information provided by the Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Listing locations from Florida Gulf Coast MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

If we were buying in Island Shores today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Island Shores.

Best Buy
Buyers targeting a specific waterfront property in Fort Myers Beach rather than a defined community package.
Biggest Risk
A closings window of three means the current median can shift meaningfully with the next sale or two.
Sweet Spot
Buyers comfortable underwriting each home individually, with attention to condition and water access.
Avoid If
You are counting on shared community amenities as part of the purchase decision.

Pricing at the top of the sheet

At this price tier, the median of $3.2M is less a market benchmark than a marker of what a handful of specific properties commanded. With a closings window of three, buyers should treat the per-square-foot figure ($1,021.31) as more informative than the headline price, since it normalizes for size across a small and varied set of sales.

No community amenities are identified from current MLS listings, which means whatever draws a buyer to Island Shores is coming from the home itself, the lot, or the water, not a shared clubhouse or recreational package. That puts the emphasis squarely on individual property due diligence rather than community-level features.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Island Shores. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a segment this thin on transactions, we pull the actual closed comparables rather than relying on an automated estimate, and we walk buyers through what is driving the per-square-foot number on any specific listing before an offer goes in.

Island Shores in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers targeting a specific waterfront property in Fort Myers Beach rather than a defined community package.
Biggest advantagePer-square-foot pricing gives a clearer read on value here than the median price alone.
Biggest riskA closings window of three means the current median can shift meaningfully with the next sale or two.
Sweet spotBuyers comfortable underwriting each home individually, with attention to condition and water access.
Avoid ifYou are counting on shared community amenities as part of the purchase decision.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Island Shores homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Island Shores.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Island Shores sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Island Shores?
The median sale price in Island Shores was $3.20M over the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 (3 closed sales, Florida Gulf Coast MLS).
How long do homes in Island Shores take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 took a median 38 days on market (3 sales, Florida Gulf Coast MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for Island Shores?
The best agent for Island Shores is one who actively works Fort Myers Beach and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Island Shores.
How do I find a top Fort Myers Beach real estate agent who knows Island Shores?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Island Shores and the wider Fort Myers Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Island Shores?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Island Shores purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Island Shores, and what county is it in?
Island Shores is in Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, FL, ZIP codes 33931, 33993. The community's center is about 2 miles east of the center of Fort Myers Beach (straight-line).
A buyer targeting a specific property in Fort Myers Beach at the higher end of the price spectrum, prepared to evaluate it on its own merits.Excellent fit
A buyer comfortable with limited closed-sale data and willing to lean on per-square-foot analysis over headline price comparisons.Excellent fit
A seller with a well-differentiated property who wants pricing built from recent comparable closings rather than a broad community average.Excellent fit
A buyer who wants a defined slate of community amenities included in the purchase.Probably not
A buyer who needs a large pool of recent comparable sales to feel confident in a price.Probably not
A buyer working with a budget well below this tier's median price point.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsFlorida Gulf Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 26, 2026)
Community market statsFlorida Gulf Coast MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20, 2026
Under-contract sharesFlorida Gulf Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2014 (60 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Florida Gulf Coast MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Thinking of selling in Island Shores? 3 recorded closings; median 38 days on market (window ending 2026-09-20). See the Lee County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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