Cape Coral
Cape Coral is one of the most sought-after waterfront markets in the country, and for good reason.
Cape Coral is one of the most sought-after waterfront markets in the country, and for good reason.
Browse thousands of Cape Coral homes for sale, updated daily directly from the Southwest Florida MLS. Whether you’re searching for a gulf-access canal home, a waterfront condo, or a single-family property in one of Cape Coral’s established neighborhoods, you’ll find the full picture here — from entry-level homes to multi-million dollar estate properties.
Cape Coral is one of the most sought-after waterfront markets in the country, and for good reason. With over 400 miles of navigable canals — more than any other city in the world — it offers a level of water access that’s virtually unmatched in Southwest Florida. Boaters can reach the Gulf of Mexico directly from a growing number of neighborhoods, and gulf-access properties remain among the most in-demand listings in the entire region.
Beyond the waterways, Cape Coral has seen significant growth and development over the past decade. The restaurant and retail scene along Cape Harbour and Tarpon Point Marina rivals anything in Fort Myers, and the city continues to attract both full-time residents and vacation rental investors drawn by the sunshine, the lifestyle, and the relatively accessible price points compared to Naples or Sanibel.
Cape Coral’s canal system is the backbone of its real estate market, but not all canals are equal. Gulf-access canals — those with unobstructed routes to open water — command a significant premium over freshwater or dead-end canals. Knowing the difference before you buy matters enormously.
Some of the most established waterfront neighborhoods include Cape Harbour, a marina community with walkable dining and boutique shopping; Tarpon Point Marina, a resort-style enclave with boat slips and waterfront condos; the Yacht Club area, one of the city’s original waterfront neighborhoods with direct river access; and Palaco Grande, known for its wide canals and proximity to the Caloosahatchee River.
With 32+ years of experience in Southwest Florida waterfront real estate, Shane Wilson knows this market in detail — which streets have the best water access, where the value is, and what to watch for in a market this active.
Use the search explore current listings, or filter by community using the links above. Ready to talk through what fits your goals? Contact Shane for a no-pressure conversation about the Cape Coral market.
208,745 people live in Cape Coral, where the median age is 48.6 and the average individual income is $39,856.758. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Cape Coral, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Hummingbird Table, Nabilo’s Pizza, and Cape Coral Aikido.
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| Dining | 3.69 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.24 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.33 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.93 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.68 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.44 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.97 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Cape Coral has 80,265 households, with an average household size of 15.7. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Cape Coral do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 208,745 people call Cape Coral home. The population density is 2,143.889 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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