Southlands
Homes for Sale in Bonita Springs, FL
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As of November 2026, Southlands in Bonita Springs, FL has 1 home for sale. As of November 2026, the MLS records 18 closed sales in Southlands in Bonita Springs, FL since 2014, the most recent in January 2025. Across Bonita Springs as a whole, 329 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $481,250, 75 median days on market. At that median and Lee County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.97 mills, annual property tax runs about $7,690 ($7,020 with the full homestead exemption).
Last 30 days in Southlands: 2 new listings (median asking $685,000). 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.
Southlands is a small, single-phase enclave of 29 homes, and with a build window running from 1994 to 2008 and a median year built of 2003, this is an established pocket rather than new construction. The story here is size: a median living area of just under 3,919 square feet puts these homes well above typical subdivision scale, and that square footage, along with lot placement and finish level, is what separates one listing from the next more than age does.
With no closings recorded in the current window, there is not enough transaction volume to read a market rhythm or pricing trend with any confidence. A 69% homestead share tells us the majority of these homes are owner-occupied rather than held as investment or seasonal property, which tends to mean listings come to market only when an owner is ready to move, not on a seasonal or rental-driven cycle.
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
Southlands is a compact community of larger-format homes in Bonita Springs, built out over roughly a decade and a half with no new construction currently in the mix.
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 Southlands is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing square footage and a larger floor plan over community amenities
- Buyers comfortable evaluating an established home's condition and updates on a case-by-case basis
- Buyers seeking a smaller, quieter enclave rather than a large master-planned community
Probably not for
- Buyers who want new construction or a builder warranty
- Buyers expecting a clubhouse, fitness center, or organized community amenities
- Buyers who need a deep pool of recent local sales to shape their offer strategy
The market around Southlands
Southlands is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 34135, 571 homes are on the market and 24% are under contract — a steady corner of Bonita Springs.
Across Lee County, 7,579 homes are active and 1,646 pending (18% under contract).
In ZIP 34135 (Bonita Springs), 263 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $430K ($280/sq ft), with a median 65 days on market. Right now 301 active and 69 pending listings put supply at about 13.7 months — a soft market. See the live ZIP 34135 housing market and the Lee County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Southlands specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Homes For Sale Right Now in Southlands
Live MLS inventory for Southlands. 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 Southlands 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 Southlands Right Now (2)
All 2 active and pending Southlands listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.
- 24924 Fairwinds Ln · $720,000 · 3 bd / 3 ba · listed Oct 31, 2026 · listed by Berkshire Hathaway FL Realty
- 24908 Fairwinds Ln · $650,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Sep 11, 2026 · listed by Coldwell Banker Realty
The Southlands buying strategy.
If we were buying in Southlands 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 Southlands.
Scale over count
At 29 homes, Southlands is not a community you shop by inventory volume — you shop it by finding the specific floor plan and lot that fit. The median living area near 3,919 square feet signals these are larger homes built for space, and the 1994–2008 construction range means buyers will encounter a mix of original finishes and updated interiors depending on when a given owner last renovated.
There is no community amenity package identified from current MLS listings, so anything resembling shared recreation, gates, or clubhouse access is not part of the value proposition here — the draw is the home itself and its footprint, not a bundled lifestyle amenity.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Southlands. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community this small, with zero recorded closings in the current window, pricing a home correctly or evaluating an asking price requires pulling comparables from a wider radius and adjusting for square footage and finish level rather than leaning on recent Southlands sales alone — that is the kind of read we do before a number ever goes on paper.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Florida Gulf Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 13, 2026) |
| Under-contract shares | Florida Gulf Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2014 (18 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 Southlands
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Southlands, 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 3 miles northwest of Southlands.
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 4 miles north of Southlands.
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 4 miles north of Southlands, elsewhere in Lee County.
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 2 miles northeast of Southlands.
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 4 miles northwest of Southlands, 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 5 miles north of Southlands, 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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