Forest Ridge
Homes for Sale in Estero, FL
All 260 homes for sale in Estero, FL · median $325,250 · 440 homes for sale in 33928 · Lee County homes for sale
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As of November 2026, Forest Ridge in Estero, FL has 3 homes for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1995–2000; 3 of 4 report an HOA (median $133/mo); none of the 4 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 16 ft).
Last 30 days in Forest Ridge: 2 new listings (median asking $492,500), 1 under contract right now. As of November 13, 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.
Homes For Sale Right Now in Forest Ridge
Live MLS inventory for Forest Ridge. 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.
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Active · 12 daysActive and pending Forest Ridge listings as of 2026-11-13, 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 Forest Ridge Right Now (4)
All 4 active and pending Forest Ridge listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.
- 3651 Sunland Ln · $460,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Oct 29, 2026 · listed by Frederick Bush Realty, PLLC
- 22175 Seashore Cir · $525,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Oct 20, 2026 · listed by John R Wood Properties
- 22178 Seashore Cir · $439,500 · 3 bd / 2 ba · pending · listed Aug 28, 2026 · listed by William Raveis Real Estate
- 3650 Sunland Ln · $550,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Aug 15, 2026 · listed by Frederick Bush Realty, PLLC
Forest Ridge prices around size and condition more than anything else. With a median living area near 3,079 square feet and a median price of $452,500, the per-square-foot math (median $248.80) sits well below what larger new construction commands in Estero, which tells you this stock competes on space rather than finish level.
The trailing window here is thin — just four closings — so treat any single sale as a data point, not a trend line. A median 64.5 days on market suggests these larger, older homes take longer to find the right buyer, which argues for patient, well-prepared listings rather than aggressive pricing tests.
Figures in this note are as of July 29, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
The 60-Second Overview
Built out between 1988 and 2004, Forest Ridge is an established Estero community of larger-format homes, with a median year built of 1995 and a median living area over 3,000 square feet.
Florida Gulf Coast MLS sales records identify 6 homes in Forest Ridge that have changed hands, built between 1994 and 2000 (median 1996), with a median living area of about 1,550 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-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.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
The setting & the homes.
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Who Forest Ridge is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing larger living space over community-provided amenities
- Move-up buyers comfortable evaluating condition across a wide build-year range
- Owner-occupants planning a longer hold rather than a quick resale
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a clubhouse, pool, or gated amenity package included
- Anyone needing a fast, high-certainty resale timeline given the current days-on-market pace
- Investors seeking a high-turnover rental market, given the strong owner-occupancy pattern
The market around Forest Ridge
Forest Ridge is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33928, 506 homes are on the market and 21% are under contract — a steady corner of Estero.
Across Lee County, 10,622 homes are active and 1,899 pending (15% under contract).
In ZIP 33928 (Estero), 334 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $504K ($246/sq ft), down 15.9% year over year, with a median 63 days on market. Right now 293 active and 77 pending listings put supply at about 10.5 months — a soft market. See the live ZIP 33928 housing market and the Lee County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Forest Ridge specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Forest Ridge on the map.
Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.
Listing locations from Florida Gulf Coast MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
The Forest Ridge buying strategy.
If we were buying in Forest Ridge today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
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.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
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 Forest Ridge.
Space over spec
At 235 homes, Forest Ridge is a defined, fully built-out pocket rather than an active development. The 1988–2004 build window means buyers are looking at three decades of construction standards under one community name, so a per-home condition and systems check matters more here than in a single-era subdivision.
Current MLS listings show no identified community amenities, so whatever draws a buyer to Forest Ridge is the home and lot itself, not a clubhouse or gated package. With 74.5% of homes carrying a homestead exemption, this reads as a community built for long-term occupancy rather than short-hold investment or rotating rental use.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Forest Ridge. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
With only a handful of closings to work from and no amenity package to lean on, pricing and presenting a Forest Ridge home correctly depends on comparing the right vintage and square footage, not just pulling a community-wide average. We walk buyers and sellers through that comparison line by line before a number goes on paper.
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Recently off market in Forest Ridge
Homes in Forest Ridge 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. 1 on record.
- 3690 Bali Ln · off market
| Location | Estero, Lee County, FL · ZIP 33928 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 99 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1994–1999 (median 1996) |
| Typical living area | 2,902 sq ft (median) |
| For sale right now | 3 active, 1 pending · median asking $525,000 |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 80% |
Data as of November 11, 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; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Forest Ridge key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/forest-ridge, data as of November 11, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in Forest Ridge, Estero
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
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.
Just listed in Forest Ridge
The newest homes for sale in Forest Ridge right now, newest first. Each link opens the full listing with every photo, the price history and a tour request.
- 22175 Seashore Cir $525,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,481 sq ft · new today Courtesy of John R Wood Properties
- 3651 Sunland Ln $460,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,480 sq ft · listed Nov 1, 2026 Courtesy of Frederick Bush Realty, PLLC
- 3650 Sunland Ln $550,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,550 sq ft · listed Mar 4, 2026 Courtesy of Frederick Bush Realty, PLLC
Checked against the MLS nightly. All new listings in this market.
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What it really costs to own in Forest Ridge
The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from the tax roll, the MLS, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.
| Property tax | Current owners' bills run a median of $1,900/yr across 8 listings here (MLS tax records, 2026-11-13). |
|---|---|
| HOA dues | Median $133/month across 3 MLS listings (most billed quarterly; 2026-11-13). Dues cover what the documents say they cover; ask for the budget and reserve study. |
| Home and flood insurance | The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Lee County is $2,197/yr (6,508 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes depend on roof age, wind mitigation and construction. |
| Roof and age | Median build year 1996 across 8 listings. An original roof here would be about 30 years old; under Florida's 2022 reform (SB 2-D) carriers may require an inspection past 15 years, so budget for a roof report, and for replacement where it fails. |
Estimated carrying cost at the median asking price, before the mortgage: about $474/month (tax $158, HOA $133, insurance $183). An estimate from the sources above, not a quote.
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21% of homes for sale in ZIP 33928 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 (2026-11-13).
Recent Developments in Forest Ridge
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Forest Ridge, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Builder Activity
Kolter Urban's 24-story Island at West Bay Club tops out in Estero
The 86-residence tower reached its highest point at an Oct. 30 ceremony, roughly the construction midpoint, with completion expected in mid-2027. Residences start at $2.7 million, and the building has a rooftop pool plus access to the community's golf, tennis and beach club. Estero's mayor said it may be the village's last high-rise because suitable land is scarce.
What it may mean for the marketAdds 86 high-end condominium homes to Estero's inventory in 2027 while signaling limited future high-rise capacity in the village. The site is about 1 mile southwest of Forest Ridge.
Source: Gulfshore Business - October 2026Parks & Amenities
Sale of 11.4-mile rail corridor for Bonita Estero Rail Trail nears closing
Estero, Bonita Springs and Collier County are set to buy the Seminole Gulf Railway corridor for $60 million, with closing expected by Jan. 14, 2027. Soil testing found elevated arsenic and hydrocarbons that consultants say can be managed with engineering controls. The corridor is planned as the multiuse Bonita Estero Rail Trail.
What it may mean for the marketA continuous trail through Estero and Bonita Springs would add a walking and biking route connecting residential areas to shopping and regional trails. The site is about 1 mile north of Forest Ridge.
Source: Gulfshore Business - October 2026Retail & Dining
Whataburger opens in Estero with 158 seats
Whataburger opened its second Southwest Florida restaurant at 22927 Lyden Drive in Estero, across U.S. 41 from Coconut Point. The restaurant seats 158 and employs about 80 people. It is open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
What it may mean for the marketAdds a late-hours dining option and roughly 80 jobs near the Coconut Point retail area. The site is about 1 mile north of Forest Ridge.
Source: Gulfshore Business - September 2026Development
Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay tops off second tower
The second of two 22-story towers at 5000 Coconut Road reached full height on Sept. 18, 2026, completing the 224-residence project by London Bay and Coastal Construction. Tower One is more than 90% purchased and Tower Two about 45%. Move-ins and completion are scheduled for August 2027.
What it may mean for the marketAdds high-end waterfront condominium inventory in the Estero and Bonita Springs area, with completion expected in August 2027. The site is about 3 miles southeast of Forest Ridge.
Source: Gulfshore Business - August 2026Development
Audubon and Cameratta settle lawsuit over 10,000-home Kingston community
Audubon and Cameratta Companies settled a federal suit over the Kingston permit; Cameratta will buy about 98 acres off Carter Road and give up a 100-foot easement for a road through Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. Kingston covers about 6,700 acres in eastern Lee County, with first model homes expected within about two months.
What it may mean for the marketRemoves a legal obstacle to a master-planned community of about 10,000 homes east of Estero, and rules out a road link into Collier County through the sanctuary. The site is about 12 miles east of Forest Ridge.
Source: Gulfshore Business - June 2026Retail & Dining
High 5 Entertainment underway at Village Hub SportsPark in Estero
Vertical construction is underway on a High 5 Entertainment venue at the Village Hub SportsPark on the north side of Williams Road in Estero. The facility will include the 21-court Estero Pickleball Club, a 16-lane bowling alley, two miniature golf courses, an arcade, a full-service kitchen and bar, and retail space. The CEO said construction should finish within six to eight months, targeting soft openings in February 2027.
What it may mean for the marketA new entertainment and dining venue adds recreational and commercial space to the Estero activity hub. The project is about 2 miles north of Forest Ridge, elsewhere in Lee County.
Source: Gulfshore Business
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Florida Gulf Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 13, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 33928)) |
| Under-contract shares | Florida Gulf Coast MLS records, as of 2026-11-11 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2026 (1 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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