Cape Coral Real Estate: Waterfront Wonderland
Home to many boat enthusiasts, Cape Coral is a city of saltwater and freshwater canal homes and condos. Boaters enjoy the calm clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the white sandy beaches. And it’s the Cape Coral waterfront homes, condos, and parks that attract so many newcomers. In addition to boating, other popular activities here are fishing, swimming, and all kinds of water sports. The miles of waterfront in Cape Coral is the primary reason that CNNMoney voted Cape Coral FL one of the best places in the nation, earning the #2 spot out of 25.
Cape Coral Boat Cruise
On this trip we took photos of Cape Coral canal homes along the way to create a “virtual tour” of our canal system in south Southwest Cape Coral. View this slide show for a flavor of living the waterfront lifestyle in beautiful Cape Coral Florida and what Cape Coral Real Estate has to offer. In Cape Coral, it’s all about your backyard!
Year over year, Cape Coral consistently ranks as one of the safest cities in Florida. And AOL Finance ranked the city as the 17th safest in the entire United States. Additionally, Forbes, Money Magazine, Movoto, and Bankrate have all ranked Cape Coral in their “best of” lists. Most people buying Cape Coral real estate now are not ready to retire, but are purchasing Cape Coral homes or condos now and setting up a vacation home to enjoy now, for retirement later. Wise move.
Cape Coral offers more than outdoor activity. This vibrant city has a lively art and culture atmosphere, many options for shopping and dining. The many locally owned restaurants with international fare has one food critic calling it “Foodie” heaven. A great community for all ages, from families to retirees, Cape Coral has been named one of the best places to live by many publications and has won numerous accolades over the years.
With many years of experience in Cape Coral real estate, we also know it’s the affordable property, a balmy climate and one of the lowest crime rates in the state of Florida that is attractive. Homeowners on Cape Coral’s 400 miles of waterfront canals enjoy the use of boats docked in the waterways bordering their properties, in marinas, or in boat storage facilities. Cape Coral canals also provide drainage during the rainy season.
Registered Boats
Public Parks
Miles of Bike Lanes
Median Age
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Getting To Know Cape Coral
Casual boaters, casual fishermen, die-hard anglers, sailors…. anyone that loves to be on the water loves having their boat in their backyard in Cape Coral.
Cape Coral holds many annual events that celebrate holidays, nature, the arts, and more. Every January, the city holds an annual bike tour called Tour de Cape. Participants can join the 5K-bike tour, three-mile family bike ride, or the 15-30-62-100-mile bike tour. Cape Coral was awarded the League of American Bicyclists bronze distinction as a “Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC).” The organization recognized Cape Coral’s 90 miles of connected bike and pedestrian paths.
The Cape Coral Arts & Music Festival also is held in January. It features more than 400 exhibitors showcasing painting, photography, sculpture, fine crafts, jewelry, digital art, furniture, and mixed media creations. There are food vendors, children’s games, and several stages with live music. Hosted by the Rotary Club of Cape Coral, it is the largest special event in Lee County, attracting more than 100,000 visitors over the two day period.
Other Cape Coral festivities include the Burrowing Owl Festival, Coconut Festival, , and the Holiday Festival of Lights.
Waterfront Wonderland
Read about Cape Coral Real Estate on the Waterfront and the local waterfront lingo such as Gulf Access, Sailboat Access, and Direct Access.
Canal Tour
View this canal tour and see some beautiful waterfront homes in Cape Coral, as well as some fun photos taken when we arrived at Cape Harbour. This tour was taken in Southwest Cape Coral on the saltwater canal area known as “Unit 64” which is south of Cape Coral Parkway and east of Chiquita Blvd.
So Many Places to Go
View our interactive map of Boating Destinations in Cape Coral and other areas of Southwest Florida and read about the restaurants, bars, parks, shopping promenades, and beaches that are just a short cruise away.
Things to Do
Read more about Cape Coral and things to do in Cape Coral. For example, the Cape, as the city is often referred to, is home to numerous parks and nature preserves, making it a real paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Golf is a popular pastime, as well as hiking, bicycling, and birding. And we provide links to the Parks and Recreation web site, including videos of the Cape Coral beach at the Yacht Club.
Frequently Asked Questions
Read our answers to Cape Coral FAQs here.
Photo Gallery
Watch this video montage of beautiful south Cape Coral here.
We have purchased, sold and purchased again from Dave and Brenda. Always treated us with care and respect. Worked hard to achieve pricing we were offering or asking. Great communication skills. Helped to keep us focused and on track to achieve the goal we had set. Have recommended to several friends who share the same experiences as we have. Highly recommend both Dave and Brenda to purchase or sell.
A Little History About Cape Coral
The sprawling community of Cape Coral lies on the northwest side of the Caloosahatchee River and includes 115 square miles of land area, only about 35 percent of it developed.
The city of Cape Coral, Florida emerged in Southwest Florida during the late 50’s and 60’s, mostly as wetlands and has now grown into Lee County’s fastest growing city, as well as one of the safest cities in the nation. City officials estimate that the Cape’s current population is more than 150,000. Many of these residents are part time snowbirds that have purchased a winter get-away in this sunny city.
Aerial View of Southwest Cape Coral Waterfront Unit 64 and Surrounding Neighborhoods
Cape Coral extends from the mile-wide Caloosahatchee to the wetlands on Pine Island Sound. Homes for sale in Cape Coral run from the $100,000s to more than $6 million. The average home price is about $300,000. And it’s more than just a retirement haven. The average age in Cape Coral is in the 40’s. The student population is growing at 5 percent annually.