Views - Golf Course
Address
16971 Timberlakes Drive, Fort Myers, FL
Price
$ 897,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#2026022987
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyLee
- CityFort Myers
- AreaFM18 - Fort Myers Area
- NeighborhoodTHE FOREST
- Zip33908
- StyleRanch, One Story
- Year Built1991
- Taxes$ 8572
- Price$ 897,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2732
- Lot Size0.422 Acres
Data Source:
Florida Gulf Coast MLS (SWFLMLS)
Property Description
Experience the perfect blend of privacy, space, and Southwest Florida lifestyle living in the prestigious gated community of The Forest Country Club. Situated on a nearly half-acre homesite with beautiful golf course views both in front of and behind the property, this spacious and beautifully maintained residence offers exceptional versatility as a primary residence, seasonal retreat, or investment opportunity. This incredible 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features over 2,700 square feet under air with a thoughtfully designed floorplan ideal for both comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The home includes a den/bonus room, formal dining room, living room, family room, vaulted ceilings, and an oversized 3-car attached garage. Inside, you’ll find warm wood kitchen cabinetry, walk-in closets, abundant natural light, kitchen and laundry appliances. Ceiling fans throughout for year-round comfort. Seamless indoor-outdoor integration is a hallmark of this home’s design: elegant French doors lead outside from the master bedroom, while both a sliding door and an additional set of French doors open to the lanai from the family room. Outdoors, enjoy your own private oasis surrounded by mature tropical landscaping for enhanced privacy and tranquility. The expansive, screened-in lanai features two ceiling fans to capture the afternoon breeze, an outdoor shower, and a pristine pool complete with a built-in table—perfect for relaxing with refreshments while enjoying peaceful golf course views. The Forest Country Club offers optional membership opportunities, allowing residents the flexibility to enjoy golf, tennis, dining, and social amenities while still benefiting from the beauty and prestige of this established golf community without mandatory membership requirements. Perfectly positioned in one of Fort Myers’ most convenient locations, the home is just minutes from Gulf beaches, RSW International Airport, shopping, dining, entertainment, healthcare, boating, parks, and everyday conveniences. Property Highlights: Located within the gated community of The Forest Country Club Optional golf and club memberships available Nearly 1/2 acre private lot with golf course views from both front and rear 3 Bedrooms + Den | 2.5 Bathrooms Over 2,700 sq ft under air with vaulted ceilings Ceiling fans throughout the interior Private screened-in lanai with 2 ceiling fans, outdoor shower, and pool with a built-in table French doors off the master bedroom; sliding door and additional French doors off the family room Oversized 3-car attached garage Central location, minutes to beaches, shopping, dining, entertainment, and RSW Airport
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Listed $897,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Electric |
| Utilities | Cable Available |
| Possession | Subject To Tenant Rights |
| Roof | Tile |
| Appliances | Dryer,Dishwasher,Electric Cooktop,Freezer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Association Fee Includes | Street Lights |
| Patio/Porch Features | Lanai,Patio,Porch,Screened |
| Architectural Style | Ranch,One Story |
| Pool Features | In Ground |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Block,Concrete,Stucco |
| Pets Allowed | Call,Conditional |
| Year Built | 1991 |
| View | Golf Course |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Single Family |
| Waterfront Features | None |
| Community Features | Golf,Gated |
| HOA Fee 2 | 3113 |
| County | Lee |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Park,Sidewalks |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | THE FOREST |
| Facing Direction | East |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Fort Myers |
| Disclosures | Owner Has Flood Insurance |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Zoning Description | RM-2 |
| MLS Area | FM18 - Fort Myers Area |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| HOA Fee 2 Frequency | Annually |
| Tax Annual Amount | 8572.78 |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/fgcmls/2026022987 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Lot | 15 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | Fort Myers |
| Legal Description | THE FOREST UNIT THREE PB 35 PG 34 BLK 15 LOT 15 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Bedroom on Main Level,Breakfast Area,Bathtub,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Separate/Formal Dining Room,Dual Sinks,Eat-in Kitchen,High Ceilings,Pantry,Sitting Area in Primary,Separate Shower,Cable TV,Walk-In Closet(s),Split Bedrooms |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Hung,Display Window(s),Sliding |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Inside |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Room Type | Bathroom,Den,Family Room,Guest Quarters,Screened Porch,Great Room |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | None,Patio |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Attached,Circular Driveway,Driveway,Garage,Paved,Garage Door Opener |
| Lot Features | Oversized Lot |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.422 |
| Spa | false |
| Building Area Total | 3514 |
| Lot Dimensions | 123 x 152 x 123 x 150 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.422 |
| Private Pool | true |
| Lot Size Source | Appraiser |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Covered Spaces | 3 |
| LotDimensionsSource | Appraiser |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 33908
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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