Crystal Lakes in Fort Myers

Crystal Lakes
Homes for Sale in Fort Myers, FL

Community in Fort Myers · Lee County · ZIP 33905
286 homesBuilt 1973–2023Median sale $150K
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Live Market Pulse
35/100
Market Heat
Cooler than normal
2015 → 2026 · 86 at the 2022 peak
0 is Crystal Lakes's coldest market since 2015, 100 its hottest. Today: 35. How it's scored

Photo via fgc

Built fromLive fgc data12 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · Crystal Lakes Housing Pulse fgc + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$150K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 9.1% vs the prior 12 months
-9.1%
1-yr price change
n = 12 and 7 sales in the two windows
$125/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $183 in 2023
86.6%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
67days
Median DOM · closed
10 days at the 2022 low
12
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 9 a year
Ownership and context
35%
Owner-occupied · Crystal Lakes
117 of 332 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
65%
Non-owner-occupied · Crystal Lakes
incl. 31% trust or LLC-held · 51% out-of-state
100%
Cash buyers · Crystal Lakes
12 of 12 sales, 12 mo ending July 2026
286
Homes in the community
plus 46 vacant residential lots · 332 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 12 years of records
Est. 1973
Community established
homes built 1973-2023, median 2003 (FL DOR 2025)
1,220sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
4.2%/yr
Turnover rate
about 12 of 286 homes trade a year
Crystal Lakes Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of July 29, 2026

Crystal Lakes right now

🔴 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($150K) is down 9.1% from the prior 12 months ($165K). With about a dozen 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 fgc closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 29. Confidence: Medium (12 and 7 sales in the two windows).

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Updated July 29, 2026 · Live data: fgc, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Crystal Lakes market snapshot (as of July 29, 2026): the median sale price is about $150K ($125 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 67 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is down 9% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level fgc closed sales (12 closings in the current window).

Crystal Lakes is a community of 286 homes in Fort Myers, Lee County, built between 1973 and 2023 (median 2003.0), with a median living area of about 2,046 square feet. 35% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Windows contain 3 to 19 sales each (12 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
$100K$150K$200K2014201620182020202220242026
Down 9.1% year over year.
Every sale since 2014 · price vs size
$0$100K$200K1k2k2k
112 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$100$1502014201620182020202220242026
Up from $82 in 2014 to a $183 peak in 2023; $125 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
0501002014201620182020202220242026
10 days at the 2022 low; 67 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
80%90%2014201620182020202220242026
86.6% now.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
010202014201620182020202220242026
3 to 19 a year; 12 in the current window.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning201620182020202220242026
86 at the 2022 peak, 25 in the troughs, 35 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.

$2,123/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.

How much local inventory is already under contract

20% of homes for sale in ZIP 33905 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 (2026-08-18).

Crystal Lakes Market Scorecard

Balanced

Crystal Lakes is currently a balanced market., and homes go under contract in about 90 days.

$150,000
Median sold
$141
List $/sqft
90
Days on mkt
3/1/0
Active/Pend/Sold

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

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

Housing distress & ownership in Crystal Lakes, 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 5 listings

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. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Crystal Lakes

Live MLS inventory for Crystal Lakes. 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 Crystal Lakes listings as of 2026-07-29, 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.

Listing locations from fgc. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

If we were buying in Crystal Lakes 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 Crystal Lakes.

A closer look at the Crystal Lakes market

At a median of $125 per square foot, Crystal Lakes prices sit in a fairly defined band, so condition and updates — more than the list price — tend to separate one home from the next.

The trailing-12-month median down 9% year over year. Homes that do trade take a median 67 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.

The housing stock is 286 homes built between 1973 and 2023, and 35% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
2.8D · Buy Score
Recent Direction3.7/10
Owner Commitment3.5/10
Pricing Power1.0/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 3 factors (2.8). Basis: Recent Direction -9.1% year-over-year; Owner Commitment 35% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 86.6% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
  • 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 Crystal Lakes sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Crystal Lakes?
The median sale price in Crystal Lakes was $150K over the 12 months ending July 29, 2026 (12 closed sales, fgc).
How long do homes in Crystal Lakes take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending July 29, 2026 took a median 67 days on market (12 sales, fgc).
How many homes are in Crystal Lakes?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 286 homes plus 46 vacant residential lots in Crystal Lakes (public records).
What share of Crystal Lakes is owner-occupied?
35% of Crystal Lakes parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Crystal Lakes built?
Homes in Crystal Lakes were built between 1973 and 2023, with a median year built of 2003.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in Crystal Lakes?
Cash buyers took 100% of Crystal Lakes sales in the 12 months ending July 2026 (12 of 12 closings, fgc).
Who is the best real estate agent for Crystal Lakes?
The best agent for Crystal Lakes 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 Crystal Lakes.
How do I find a top Fort Myers real estate agent who knows Crystal Lakes?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Crystal Lakes and the wider Fort Myers area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Crystal Lakes?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Crystal Lakes purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

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Data sources & freshness

Community market statsfgc closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 29, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (7 streets, ZIP 33905))
Under-contract sharesfgc records, as of 2026-07-18
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2014 (112 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 fgc 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 Crystal Lakes? 12 recorded closings; median 66 days on market (window ending 2026-07-29). 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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