Rookery
Homes for Sale in Fort Myers, FL
All 1,387 homes for sale in Fort Myers, FL · median $240,000 · 126 homes for sale in 33966 · Lee County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of November 2026, Rookery in Fort Myers, FL has 1 home for sale. As of November 2026, the MLS records 38 closed sales in Rookery in Fort Myers, FL since 2014, the most recent in September 2026. Recorded prices since 2024 ran from $452,000 to $590,000 (median $555,000), on homes of 2,059 to 2,380 sq ft. Across Fort Myers as a whole, 4,794 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $345,000, 64 median days on market. At that median and Lee County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.97 mills, annual property tax runs about $8,860 ($8,200 with the full homestead exemption).
Rookery is not a community with a deep public sales record right now. The current MLS snapshot does not carry a reliable median price or a meaningful closings count for this pocket of Fort Myers, which means anyone quoting a specific number for this community is likely reaching outside the actual data. That is worth knowing before you anchor on a figure you saw somewhere else.
When the data set is this thin, pricing gets set almost entirely by the individual home, the condition, and the direct comparison to nearby Fort Myers inventory rather than by a community-wide trend line. That is a market posture that rewards a buyer or seller who is willing to pull real, current comps street by street instead of leaning on a headline stat.
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
Rookery sits in Fort Myers, Lee County, and the current MLS feed does not surface a documented set of community amenities, so what you are buying here is the home and its lot rather than a packaged amenity list.
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.
Who Rookery is best for.
Best for
- A buyer who wants a specific Fort Myers property and is comfortable evaluating it on individual condition and comps rather than a community track record
- A buyer or investor who does independent due diligence and is not relying on a published amenity list to make the decision
- A seller willing to have their listing help define current comps in the area rather than lean on an established price history
Probably not for
- A buyer who wants a documented median price and sales history before making an offer
- A buyer specifically shopping for a confirmed amenity package such as a pool, clubhouse, or gated access
- A buyer who prefers to lean entirely on community-level market stats rather than home-by-home comparison
The market around Rookery
Rookery is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33966, 140 homes are on the market and 24% are under contract — a steady corner of Fort Myers.
Across Lee County, 7,579 homes are active and 1,646 pending (18% under contract).
In ZIP 33966 (Fort Myers), 336 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $362K ($224/sq ft), down 6.5% year over year, with a median 62 days on market. Right now 101 active and 27 pending listings put supply at about 3.6 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 33966 housing market and the Lee County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Rookery specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The Rookery buying strategy.
If we were buying in Rookery 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 Rookery.
A community with a thin data trail
The most honest thing to say about Rookery right now is that the MLS snapshot is limited. There is no median price to cite with confidence and no amenity roster confirmed from current listings. That is not a knock on the community itself, it is a statement about what is and is not currently documented in the feed we pull from.
For a buyer, that means the work shifts from reading a community summary to reading individual listings closely: lot specifics, condition, recent permits, and how a given home stacks up against what has actually closed nearby in Fort Myers. For a seller, it means your listing carries more weight in setting the tone for the area than it would in a community with a long, established sales history.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Rookery. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community where the public data set is this limited, the value we bring is pulling the actual comparable sales and active listings ourselves, rather than repeating a community-level stat that does not exist yet. We will tell you plainly when Rookery does not have enough of a track record to support a number you have seen elsewhere, and we will build your pricing or offer strategy off real, current comps instead.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA dues reported around $50/month (about $600/yr) · median of 20 MLS listings, most billed quarterly
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Listings in this community report association dues of about $50 per month ($600 a year) — the median AssociationFee across 20 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed quarterly. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-10.
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Florida Gulf Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 1, 2026) |
| Under-contract shares | Florida Gulf Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2014 (38 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.
Recent Developments in Rookery
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Rookery, 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 project is about 6 miles east of Rookery, elsewhere in Lee County.
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 8 miles east of Rookery.
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 project is about 8 miles east of Rookery, elsewhere in Lee County.
Source: Gulfshore Business - July 2026Infrastructure
New Big Carlos Pass Bridge opens in Lee County
The new fixed-span Big Carlos Pass Bridge connecting the south end of Estero Island with Lovers Key officially opened and was dedicated June 30, 2026. The $90.8 million project replaces an older drawbridge and provides 60 feet of boat clearance along with bicycle lanes and sidewalks. Concrete from the demolished drawbridge was repurposed into an artificial reef offshore.
What it may mean for the marketA new high-span bridge upgrades the coastal road connection and removes the delays associated with the former drawbridge. The project is about 3 miles east of Rookery, elsewhere in Lee County.
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 8 miles east of Rookery, elsewhere in Lee County.
Source: Gulfshore Business - June 2026Retail & Dining
Fort Myers Beach approves Development Order for Times Square entertainment center with hotel and restaurant
Fort Myers Beach town staff issued a Development Order for a three-story mixed-use entertainment center at 1028 and 1046 Estero Boulevard at Times Square, on the former sites of Sunset Beach Tropical Grill and The Playmore Tiki Bar. The 41,285-square-foot project by Persaud Properties would include six hotel units, a restaurant, shopping, a bar, an entertainment venue with a stage and a public pool. No construction permits had been issued as of the approval, with additional environmental and stormwater approvals still required.
What it may mean for the marketA new mixed-use entertainment building would add hotel, dining and retail space to the Times Square commercial district and support its post-storm rebuild. The project is about 4 miles north of Rookery, elsewhere in Lee County.
Source: Fort Myers Beach Observer
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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Common questions about Rookery
Where is Rookery?
Rookery is a community in Fort Myers, Lee County, Florida, ZIP 33966.
Are there homes for sale in Rookery right now?
Yes — 1 active and 0 pending listings as of the last feed refresh (twice daily). They are listed on this page.
Does Rookery have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Rookery in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Answers are generated from county property records, MLS feeds and the figures on this page, as of the page date; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.