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    Little Shell Island, Fort Myers, FL 33905

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    $799,000

    COMMERCIAL - Fort Myers, FL

    Lot size:
    0.71 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 29, 2025
    Days on Market:
    380
    Last Refresh:
    May 13 at 11:06 am

    Property Features for Little Shell Island

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Vegetation
    Brush
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    27-45-23-00-00003.0000
    Lot size
    0.71 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Description
    LITTLE SHELL ISLAND IN NW 1/4 OF SW 1/4
    Tax Annual Amount
    1111

    Utilities

    Water front features
    River Front, Navigable Water
    Water front
    1

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    Listing Contact
    Mark Vancosky
    Mark Vancosky

    Listing agent Mark Vancosky License #258023771

    Listing office ERA Right Choice Realty 9001 Daniels Parkway, #102, Ft Myers, FL

    Listing date Apr 29, 2025

    MLS# 225041185 Listing URL

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    HighLights

    • Private island (.7 acres) in the Caloosahatchee River.
    • Zoned AG‑2, offering a wide range of potential uses.
    • Variance granted waiving standard setback conditions.
    • Secluded retreat accessible only by boat.
    • Opportunity to rebuild a dock (subject to permitting).
    • Previous variance application for a solar‑powered lighthouse‑style residence.

    Overview

    Located in the Caloosahatchee River within the Miserable Mile at Marker 93, just south of Tarpon Point Marina, Little Shell Island offers approximately 0.7 acres of natural beauty. This private island is surrounded by calm waters and breathtaking views. Zoned AG-2, the property offers a 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 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. The property presents an opportunity to create something special, with potential for a private escape, an eco-resort concept, or a return to commercial hospitality.
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    Specialty properties

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    City
    Fort Myers
    County
    Lee
    State
    Florida
    Longitude
    -81.7525
    Latitude
    26.6679

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Specialty property - Secluded island retreat with development potential in Southwest Florida.
    Where is this specialty property located?
    The property is located at Little Shell Island Fort Myers, FL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $799,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Private island (.7 acres) in the Caloosahatchee River.; Zoned AG‑2, offering a wide range of potential uses.; Variance granted waiving standard setback conditions.
    (570) 687-3271
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    Mark Vancosky
    Real Estate License ID: 258023771
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    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

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    Cap Rate = 9.97%

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    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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