17585 Blackfriar DR, Fort Myers, FL 33908

$550,000 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
2,184  sqft
Built in 1993

This beautifully updated and fully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath pool home with a 2-car garage is nestled in the highly desirable Island Park Woodlands community of Fort Myers, FL. Offering Gulf access, space for boat storage, and remaining high and dry during recent hurricanes, this property is truly a rare find. The home features a spacious screened pool area, ideal for sunbathing, with an enclosed patio that creates a wonderful poolside gathering space. The remodeled kitchen is modern and inviting, equipped with solid surface countertops and stainless steel appliances, making it perfect for both cooking and entertaining. Both bathrooms have been stylishly updated, designed to impress. The home is enhanced with a new lighting package, making it move-in ready. Recent updates include a new A/C system, refrigerator, oven, and dishwasher installed in 2023. A new water softener and water heater were added in 2022, while the washer and dryer were replaced in 2021. The hurricane-rated garage doors and manual metal storm shutters provide extra security. There's paved boat parking along the side of the home, and the fenced pet area in backyard, complete with a doggy door. Built in 1993, the home underwent quality renovations after Hurricane Ian and only experienced minimal water intrusion, with no more than 3 inches inside any interior walls. Island Park Woodlands is a serene neighborhood of 173 homes that offers exclusive access to a community boat ramp, providing Gulf access via Ten-Mile Canal, which connects to Mullock Creek, Estero Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico. The homeowners association amenities include a tennis and pickleball court, a fully fenced playground, grills, Lake Grasmere, and a T-dock, all for an annual fee of just $240. This community is conveniently located near Terreverde Golf Course, The Forest Country Club, and a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. It also provides easy access to Southwest Florida International Airport, Florida Gulf Coast University, Lakes Regional Park, and the stunning beaches of Fort Myers, Sanibel, and Captiva. This home presents a unique opportunity to enjoy one of Lee County’s best-kept secrets.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
French Doors, Pantry, Smoke Detectors, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Kitchen:
Pantry
Appliances:
Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Water Treatment Owned
Dining:
Breakfast Bar, Dining - Family, Dining - Living
Laundry:
Washer/Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Residence
Flooring:
Laminate, Tile
A/C:
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
Heating:
true, Central Electric

Exterior

General:
Screened Lanai/Porch, Tennis Court(s)
Style:
Ranch, Single Family
Pool:
Below Ground
Parking:
Attached, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Metal, Shingle
General:
Concrete Block, Stucco, 1, Concrete Block

Location

Road/Access:
Paved
HOA Amenities:
Community Boat Ramp, Community Gulf Boat Access, Pickleball, Play Area, Streetlight, Tennis Court(s), 240.0, Annually
Originating MLS:
Florida Gulf Coast
County:
Lee

Lot

Zoning:
RS-1, 12-46-24-03-00000.1440
View:
Landscaped Area, Partial Buildings, View
Restrictions:
None/Other

Utilities

Water:
Central
Sewer:
Septic Tank

Financial

Source:
Florida Gulf Coast

This listing courtesy of:
Grow Prosper Move Realty

About Fort Myers, FL

Housing

Number of Units
163,028
Median Home Value
$263,407
Median Rent
$1,115

31.77% of housing units are renter occupied.

20.86% are vacant.

Commute

Car
74.05%
Public Transportation
1.01%
Walk to Work
1.45%
Work from Home
21.11%
Other
1.38%

The median travel time to work is 20 minutes.

People

Population
292,513
Median Age
46.60
Median Household Size
2.51

Education

High School
27.02%
Associate’s Degree
8.21%
Bachelor’s Degree
21.13%
Graduate Degree
14.05%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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