Cape Coral metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Lehigh Acres, FL
About Lehigh Acres
Lehigh Acres is Lee County's largest unincorporated community — a sprawling inland suburb of more than 130,000 people built on a 1950s–60s plat of small lots. Housing is overwhelmingly affordable single-family homes and manufactured homes, making it the region's value market for first-time buyers. It is car-dependent and still building out commercial and civic infrastructure, with newer retail along Lee Boulevard and Homestead Road.
Home prices in Lehigh Acres
The median listing price in Lehigh Acres is $322,300.
Top places in Lehigh Acres
- Harns Marsh
- Veterans Park Recreation Center
- Mirror Lakes Golf Club
- Majestic Golf Club
- Lehigh Acres Community Park
- Williams Avenue Park
- Lehigh Regional Medical Center
- Lee Boulevard corridor
Commuting from Lehigh Acres
- Typical drive to downtown Fort Myers: ~25–35 minutes (approximate; SR-82/Lee Blvd, roughly 18 miles).
Schools in Lehigh Acres
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.
Lehigh Acres FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lehigh Acres, FL?
The median listing price in Lehigh Acres is $322,300. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Lehigh Acres, FL?
Typical drive to downtown Fort Myers: ~25–35 minutes (approximate; SR-82/Lee Blvd, roughly 18 miles). - Which school district serves Lehigh Acres, FL?
Lehigh Acres 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.