Cape Coral metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Fort Myers, FL
About Fort Myers
Fort Myers is the Lee County seat and the urban core of Southwest Florida, anchored by the historic River District downtown and the Edison and Ford Winter Estates on the Caloosahatchee. Housing runs from downtown condos and historic neighborhoods like Dean Park to suburban subdivisions and gated communities to the south and east. It hosts two MLB spring-training stadiums, Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), and the region's main employment centers.
Home prices in Fort Myers
The median listing price in Fort Myers is $324,900.
Top places in Fort Myers
- Edison and Ford Winter Estates
- Downtown Fort Myers River District
- Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
- IMAG History & Science Center
- Lakes Regional Park
- Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve
- Hammond Stadium
- JetBlue Park (Fenway South)
Commuting from Fort Myers
- Downtown Fort Myers is the reference point; most city neighborhoods are ~5–15 minutes by car (approximate).
Schools in Fort Myers
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.
Fort Myers FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Fort Myers, FL?
The median listing price in Fort Myers is $324,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Fort Myers, FL?
Downtown Fort Myers is the reference point; most city neighborhoods are ~5–15 minutes by car (approximate). - Which school district serves Fort Myers, FL?
Fort Myers 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.