Little Shell Island

Fort Myers, FL 33908

$799,000
Price
31,101 / 0.71
Lot Size / Acres
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Description

Own a rare piece of paradise in Southwest Florida! Little Shell Island, located in the Caloosahatchee River within the Miserable Mile at Marker 93—just south of Tarpon Point Marina—offers approximately .7 acres of natural beauty surrounded by calm waters and breathtaking views. Priced at $799,000, this private island is currently zoned AG-2, offering a wide range of potential uses. City and County staff have previously recognized the inherent challenges of island development and have granted a variance...Own a rare piece of paradise in Southwest Florida! Little Shell Island, located in the Caloosahatchee River within the Miserable Mile at Marker 93—just south of Tarpon Point Marina—offers approximately .7 acres of natural beauty surrounded by calm waters and breathtaking views. Priced at $799,000, this private island is currently zoned AG-2, offering a wide range of potential uses. City and County staff have previously recognized the inherent challenges of island development and have granted a variance waiving the standard setback conditions typically required along similar waterbodies in Southwest Florida. Accessible only by boat, Little Shell Island offers a truly secluded retreat. The island has a colorful history, once serving as a popular restaurant destination for locals and passing boaters in the 1970s and 1980s. A previous dock serviced the island, and there may be an opportunity to rebuild, subject to permitting. Additionally, the current owner had previously applied for a variance to build a solar-powered lighthouse-style structure featuring a one-bedroom residence. Whether you envision a private escape, an eco-resort concept, or a return to commercial hospitality, Little Shell Island presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create something truly special in one of Florida’s most iconic waterways.
  1. Listed by Mark Vancosky • ERA Right Choice Realty • markvancoskyrealtor@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Michael Froncek • ERA Right Choice Realty

Property Details for Little Shell Island

Development
FORT MYERS
Community Type
Boating, No Subdivision, Non-Gated
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Desc
Mangrove, Navigable Water, River Front, Riprap
Waterfront Desc
Mangrove, Navigable, River Frontage, Rip Rap
View
Gulf and Bay, River, Water, Water Feature, Mangroves
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 05:14 AM

Property Details for Little Shell Island

StatusActive
MLS #225041185
Days on Market341
Taxes$1,111 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLot & Land
Year Built-
Lot Size0.71 AC
CountyLee County
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Location

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Building Information for Little Shell Island

Building Size-Lot Size0.71 AC

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$4,116 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,023

Property Taxes

$93

HOA Dues

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Property Information for Little Shell Island

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Fort Myers
  • Directions: Access via boat only.
  • Human Modified: No
  • Latitude: 26.53
  • Longitude: -82.00
  • MLS Area Major: FM15 - Fort Myers Area
  • Postal Code: 33905
  • Street Name: Little Shell Island
  • Block: 3
  • Full Address: Little Shell Island
  • View: Yes
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: .00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Amenity Rec Fee: $.00
  • Application Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee Total Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee 2: $.00
  • Maintenance: None
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,110.68
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Transfer Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee 3: $.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Development Name: FORT MYERS
  • Parcel Number: 27-45-23-00-00003.0000
  • Property Type: Lot & Land
  • Section: 27
  • Lot Unit: 0
  • Ground Cover: Brush, See Remarks
  • Source of Measure Lot Dimensions: Appraiser
  • Lot Desc: Irregular Lot, Other, See Remarks
  • Acres: 0.714
  • Lot Size Area: 0.714
  • Source of Measurements: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Legal Desc: LITTLE SHELL ISLAND IN NW 1/4 OF SW 1/4
  • Current Use: Agricultural, Commercial, Mixed Use, Other, Single Family, See Remarks
Property and Assessments
  • Rear Exposure: N
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Planned Use: See Remarks
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Township: 45
  • Senior Community: false
  • Range: 23E
  • Special Assessment: 0.00
  • Sub Condo Name: FORT MYERS
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Residential, Unimproved Land
  • Zoning Code: AG-2
Lease Information
  • Land Lease Fee: $.00
  • Lease Considered: No
  • One Time Land Lease Fee: $.00
  • One Time Mandatory Club Fee: $.00
  • One Time Othe Fee: $.00
  • One Time Special Assessment Fee: $.00
Utilities
  • Sewer: None
  • Utilities: None, Sewer Not Available, Water Not Available
  • Water Source: None
  • Water: None
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Annual Food And Beverage Minimum: 0.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: Beach Rights, Boat Dock, Barbecue, Other, Picnic Area, Pier, Boat Slip, See Remarks
  • Canal Width: Canal Width 200+
  • Community Features: Boat Facilities, Non Gated
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Irrigation Source: None
  • Gulf Access Type: No Bridges, Water Direct
  • Gulf Access: Yes
Interior Features
  • Cooling: See Remarks
  • Elevator Text Details: None
Rental
Rental Information
  • One Time Rec Lease Fee: $.00

Property History for Little Shell Island

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

FORTMLS #225041185

$799,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2025

Listed (Active)

FORTMLS #225041185

$799,000

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Schools near Little Shell Island

This home is within School District of Lee County.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Villas Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Tanglewood Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Heights Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rayma C. Page Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Villas Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Tanglewood Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Heights Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Rayma C. Page Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about Little Shell Island, Fort Myers, FL 33908

Little Shell Island is a 0.71 ac of land for sale in Fort Myers, FL 33908. This property was listed for sale on April 29, 2025 by ERA Right Choice Realty, it's currently listed at $799,000. This listing's school district is School District of Lee County. Nearby schools include Villas Elementary School, Tanglewood Elementary School and Heights Elementary School. Little Shell Island is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 0.71 ac of land on a 31,101 sq. ft. / 0.71 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of ERA Right Choice Realty, Mark Vancosky; ERA Right Choice Realty, Michael Froncek

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