Southmont Cove in Fort Myers

Southmont Cove
Condos for Sale in Fort Myers, FL

Community in Fort Myers · Lee County · ZIP 33908
Median sale $233K
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Live Market Pulse
32/100
Market Heat
Cooler than normal
2015 → 2026 · 91 at the 2022 peak
0 is Southmont Cove's coldest market since 2015, 100 its hottest. Today: 32. How it's scored

Photo via Florida Gulf Coast MLS

Built fromLive Florida Gulf Coast MLS data12 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, Southmont Cove in Fort Myers, FL has 4 homes for sale and 2 pending, asking from $239,000 to $254,900 (median $249,900). Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-12, 30 recorded sales closed at a median of $233,000, $165 per square foot, a median 26 days on market, sellers accepting 94% of original asking (-14% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1997–2000; 6 of 6 report an HOA (median $606/mo); 6 of the 6 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 10 ft). At the median price and Lee County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.97 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,720 ($3,060 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Southmont Cove 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
$233K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 13.7% vs the prior 12 months
-13.7%
1-yr price change
n = 30 and 15 sales in the two windows
$165/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $240 in 2023
94.2%
Sale vs ask
Lee median: 93.3%
Tempo
26days
Median DOM · closed
2 days at the 2022 low
33%
Under contract
Lee: 19% (2,286 of 11,931)
4 · 2
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
30
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 19 a year
Track record · 12 years of records
1,415sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales

Homes For Sale Right Now in Southmont Cove

Live MLS inventory for Southmont Cove. 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 Southmont Cove listings as of 2026-09-12, 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.

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Southmont Cove is pricing on condition right now more than anything else. With a median close near $229,500 and a per-square-foot median around $163, the spread here comes down to how updated a given unit is rather than location inside the community.

A median of 28 days on market paired with a market heat score of 28 tells the same story from two angles: this is a slower, buyer-leaning window. Pricing a listing correctly at the outset matters more than usual, and buyers have room to negotiate on terms, not just price.

Southmont Cove Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 12, 2026

Southmont Cove right now

🔴 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($233K) is down 13.7% from the prior 12 months ($270K). With about 19 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Florida Gulf Coast MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12. Confidence: High (30 and 15 sales in the two windows).

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Updated September 12, 2026 · Live data: Florida Gulf Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Southmont Cove market snapshot (as of September 12, 2026): the median sale price is about $233K ($165 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 26 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is down 14% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Florida Gulf Coast MLS closed sales (30 closings in the current window).

Southmont Cove is a Fort Myers community in Lee County where recent closings sit at a median of $229,500, with pricing shaped largely by unit condition rather than by shared amenities, none of which are showing up in current MLS listings for this community.

Best for

  • Buyers working with a modest budget near the $229,500 median who are comfortable evaluating condition unit by unit
  • Buyers who want a Fort Myers location and are not prioritizing on-site amenities
  • Investors comfortable underwriting on price-per-square-foot fundamentals rather than a fast-appreciation story

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want documented, active community amenities as part of daily life
  • Sellers expecting last year's pricing trajectory to repeat without adjustment
  • Buyers who need a fast, high-competition closing timeline rather than a 28-day-plus market

Windows contain 11 to 30 sales each (30 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size. 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
$200K$250K$300K$350K2014201620182020202220242026
Down 13.7% year over year.
Every sale since 2014 · price vs size
$0$200K$400K1k2k2k2k
250 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$150$200$2502014201620182020202220242026
Up from $131 in 2014 to a $240 peak in 2023; $165 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
02040602014201620182020202220242026
2 days at the 2022 low; 26 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
95%100%2014201620182020202220242026
94.2% now vs Lee 93.3%.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
01020302014201620182020202220242026
11 to 30 a year; 30 in the current window.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning201620182020202220242026
91 at the 2022 peak, 15 in the troughs, 32 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Lee County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,160/mo
Lee County typical true cost to own
$183/mo
Lee County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Southmont Cove Market Scorecard

Thin data

Southmont Cove is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of $249,900, and homes go under contract in about 85 days.

n/a
Months supply
$249,900
Median list
n/a
Median sold
$179
Per sqft
85
Days on mkt
4/2/0
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33908 ZIP is $321,709, about 13.6% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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

Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Housing distress & ownership in Southmont Cove, Fort Myers

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 20 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-09-11)

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 Southmont Cove 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 Southmont Cove.

Best Buy
Buyers focused on entry-level price point in a Fort Myers location rather than a resort-style amenity package.
Biggest Risk
The recent year-over-year decline means recent comps may not hold as a stable baseline for future value.
Sweet Spot
Buyers who plan to update a unit themselves and value price-per-square-foot over turnkey finishes.
Avoid If
You are counting on established community amenities as part of the purchase decision.

What the numbers are actually saying

The year-over-year figure of -18.8% is the headline number for anyone tracking this community, and it should be read as a market correction in the mix of what has sold, not as a forecast. Over a 28-day closings window, the sample here is naturally thin, so a handful of lower-priced or more dated closings can move the median more than they would in a larger, faster-moving community.

A median of 28 days on market is not fast and not stalled, it is a workable timeline for sellers who price to current comps rather than to last year's numbers. For buyers, it means there is little urgency to overbid, but well-priced, move-in-ready units still won't sit.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Southmont Cove. 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 community where the comps move fast and the amenity picture is not clearly documented, we pull current, unit-level data before we talk price with a client, on either side of the transaction.

Southmont Cove in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers focused on entry-level price point in a Fort Myers location rather than a resort-style amenity package.
Biggest advantageThe current posture favors negotiating room on price and terms rather than competing in multiple-offer situations.
Biggest riskThe recent year-over-year decline means recent comps may not hold as a stable baseline for future value.
Sweet spotBuyers who plan to update a unit themselves and value price-per-square-foot over turnkey finishes.
Avoid ifYou are counting on established community amenities as part of the purchase decision.

HOA, CDD & Fees

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 Southmont Cove sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Southmont Cove

Homes in Southmont Cove that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 3 on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Southmont Cove?
The median sale price in Southmont Cove was $233K over the 12 months ending September 12, 2026 (30 closed sales, Florida Gulf Coast MLS).
How long do homes in Southmont Cove take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 12, 2026 took a median 26 days on market (30 sales, Florida Gulf Coast MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for Southmont Cove?
The best agent for Southmont Cove is one who actively works Fort Myers 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 Southmont Cove.
How do I find a top Fort Myers real estate agent who knows Southmont Cove?
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 Southmont Cove and the wider Fort Myers area.
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Buyers working with a modest budget near the $229,500 median who are comfortable evaluating condition unit by unitExcellent fit
Buyers who want a Fort Myers location and are not prioritizing on-site amenitiesExcellent fit
Investors comfortable underwriting on price-per-square-foot fundamentals rather than a fast-appreciation storyExcellent fit
Buyers who want documented, active community amenities as part of daily lifeProbably not
Sellers expecting last year's pricing trajectory to repeat without adjustmentProbably not
Buyers who need a fast, high-competition closing timeline rather than a 28-day-plus marketProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsFlorida Gulf Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 12, 2026)
Community market statsFlorida Gulf Coast MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12, 2026
Under-contract sharesFlorida Gulf Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-08
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2014 (250 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 Southmont Cove? 30 recorded closings; median 26 days on market (window ending 2026-09-12). 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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