Homes for sale in
Matlacha, Florida
Florida's artsy fishing village on the water
4
Homes for sale
$1,476,500
Median list price
$655
Avg price / sqft
127
Median days on market
Matlacha is a tiny, color-drenched island community on the drawbridge road to Pine Island, where the pace slows down and the water is always close by. It's the kind of place where waterfront homes sit steps from working docks, and the character leans toward galleries, seafood shacks, and boaters who know the backcountry by heart. This is Lee County at its most laid-back — a place people move to precisely because it isn't like everywhere else.
Right now the Matlacha market is small and firmly at the high end: just four active single-family homes, with a median list price of $1,476,500 and a range that runs from $349,000 all the way to $2,785,000. Homes here sit longer than in busier suburbs — a median of 127 days on market — which gives a serious buyer real room to negotiate. With only a handful of listings at any given time, the trick is knowing what's available and moving when the right one appears.
Matlacha is in Lee County, Florida.
Within a 30-minute drive
Quick facts
$349,000 – $2.8M price range
2,104 sqft median home
Leans buyer right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Matlacha
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$349,000
2650 COCO PLUM DRIVE, MATLACHA
1 bd · 1 ba · 468 sqft
$2,785,000$2,985,000
12271 SHOREVIEW DRIVE, MATLACHA
3 bd · 4 ba · 3,257 sqft
$2,598,000
12201 SHOREVIEW DRIVE, MATLACHA
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,021 sqft
$355,000
11476 MAY STREET, MATLACHA
2 bd · 2 ba · 951 sqft
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The Matlacha market
Leans buyer
24.0 months of inventory
Inventory is building — buyers have leverage and time.
2
Sold, last 12 months
$500,000
Median sold price
91%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
61 days
Median time to sell
Matlacha vs Lee County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 16.9% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 200.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Matlacha, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
Where to look
Matlacha neighborhoods
Show all 8 Matlacha neighborhoods A–ZHide the full neighborhood list+
Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
Beyond the listings
Living in Matlacha
Waterfront is the default
Three of the four active listings are on the water, so canal and bay access is the norm rather than the exception here.
A true small-island market
With only four homes for sale, inventory is scarce and each listing that comes up is worth a close look.
Luxury dominates the mix
Two of the current listings are priced above $1 million, reflecting Matlacha's high-end waterfront appeal.
Pool homes available
Two of the active properties include a private pool, pairing island living with a backyard retreat.
Room to negotiate
A median 127 days on market means well-prepared buyers can often work the price and terms.
Population
845
Median age
65.2
Median home value
$458,300
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 13% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Hobbies & Interests
Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Beliefs
Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Hobbies & Interests
Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Culture
Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Food & Drink
Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
On the calendar
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Cape Coral Comedy Night
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Girl Krush
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Pollen and Bee Bread
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Radium Girls
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What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Matlacha home
≈ $8,763/mo
$1,476,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
100%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
Straight answers
Matlacha real estate FAQs
Is Matlacha a good place to live?+
Matlacha suits people who want an easygoing, water-focused island lifestyle over big-box convenience. It's a small community known for its galleries, seafood, and boating, and nearly every home for sale — three of the four active listings — is on the water. If you value quiet and character over a large housing selection, it's a strong fit.
Is Matlacha expensive?+
Yes, it skews high. The median list price is $1,476,500, and two of the four current luxury homes ($1m+) are priced above a million, though the range does start at $349,000. Average price per square foot runs about $655, reflecting the waterfront premium.
What do homes cost in Matlacha?+
Active prices currently span from $349,000 up to $2,785,000, with a median list price of $1,476,500. The typical home is around 2,104 square feet at roughly $655 per square foot. You can browse by price to see what's available at the entry end of the market.
How is the Matlacha market right now?+
It's a small, slow-moving market with just four active listings and a median of 127 days on market. That longer timeline works in a buyer's favor, giving you time to evaluate and negotiate. Because inventory turns over infrequently, it helps to track just reduced listings closely.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
All four active listings are single-family homes with no HOA data reported, so you're generally buying without a mandatory association fee. The median annual property tax runs about $9,289, which reflects the area's higher waterfront values. Always confirm the exact tax and any fees on a specific property before you commit.
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