Cape Coral metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Cape Coral, FL
About Cape Coral
Cape Coral is Lee County's largest city, a master-planned waterfront community built around more than 400 miles of canals — more navigable waterways than any other city in the world. Housing is dominated by single-family homes, many with Gulf-access boat docks, plus growing condo and new-construction neighborhoods. It is one of the fastest-growing cities in Florida, popular with boaters, families, and remote workers seeking relative affordability on the water.
Home prices in Cape Coral
The median listing price in Cape Coral is $402,800.
Top places in Cape Coral
- Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve
- Cape Coral Yacht Club
- Sun Splash Family Waterpark
- Rotary Park
- Tarpon Point Marina
- Four Freedoms Park
- Coral Oaks Golf Course
- Cape Harbour
Commuting from Cape Coral
- Typical drive to downtown Fort Myers: ~20–30 minutes (approximate; Cape Coral Bridge or Veterans Parkway, roughly 10–15 miles).
Schools in Cape Coral
Public schools: School District of Lee County. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Cape Coral FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Cape Coral, FL?
The median listing price in Cape Coral is $402,800. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Cape Coral, FL?
Typical drive to downtown Fort Myers: ~20–30 minutes (approximate; Cape Coral Bridge or Veterans Parkway, roughly 10–15 miles). - Which school district serves Cape Coral, FL?
Cape Coral is served by School District of Lee County. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.