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9820 Citadel Ln
D- Composite 39.57
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The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

  • ARV discount +11.7/15.0
  • Cash flow +7.3/30.0
  • Schools +5.0/10.0
  • 1% rule +4.4/10.0
  • Condition / age +3.8/5.0
  • Livability +3.5/5.0
  • Rent growth +2.3/5.0
  • DSCR +1.5/10.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$259,000

9820 Citadel Ln · Bonita Springs, FL 34135
2 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,020 sqft · Townhouse · 120 Days on market
Built 1986 Good condition $254/sqft · 9% below area Est $286k · 9% under $469/mo HOA · 19% of rent

🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

REDUCED!! BONITA SPRINGS CONDOMINIUM AVAILABLE. FANTASTIC UPSTAIRS CORNER UNIT IN CITADEL WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND DETACHED CARPORT. EASY ACCESS TO BONITA BEACH, RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING AND THE AIRPORT. THIS IS A FANNIE MAE HOMEPATH PROPERTY. PROPERTY IS APPROVED FOR HOMEPATH RENOVATION FINANCING.

Key facts

  • First floor access
  • $469 HOA
  • Garage

Tags

FIRST FLOOR ACCESSWELL APPOINTED KITCHENQUICK ACCESS TO SHOPPINGQUICK ACCESS TO DININGQUICK ACCESS TO ENTERTAINMENT

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Costco Walmart Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 6.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 2-bed/2.0-bath townhouse listed at $259k. Condition is rated good.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $-340 ($-4k/yr) — negative.
  • To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $210k (19.0% below list).
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $243k (6.2% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $210k (19.0% below list) — sets the bar for cash-flow.
  • Cap rate 4.7% vs local median 2.2% in Bonita Springs — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 70/100 on livability (#428 in FL) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: crime A+, housing A+, employment A; Watch: cost of living C-, health & safety D, amenities F.
  • Lee (suburban): math 47% / reading 50% proficiency, ranked #42 of 73 in FL (top 58%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases.
  • Zoned schools: Pinewoods Elementary School (math 81% / reading 74%, grade A, #163 of 2,144 statewide, top 8%, 1,089 students, 25% FRL); Lexington Middle School (math 55% / reading 54%, grade B-, #183 of 571 statewide, top 34%, 1,138 students, 44% FRL); South Fort Myers High School (math 23% / reading 30%, grade F, #489 of 667 statewide, top 74%, 1,917 students, 50% FRL) — zoned schools average 39% FRL vs 57% district-wide (18 pts lower); this property's tenant base skews higher-income than the district average.
  • Market conditions: Rents soft (-0.6%/yr); 1074 active listings in the ZIP; 40 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals lingering (median 115d on market — plan ~5-8 weeks vacancy on turnover, expect pricing pressure); 75% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; solid renter incomes; 15,411 units permitted in Lee County in 2024 (4,686 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • This rent runs 32% of the median local income ($91k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $2k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $8k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Lee County population projected at +44% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 120 days — a 9% lower offer ($236k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 2 sale attempts since 13y ago; this cycle's ask has dropped $36k (12%) from the opening price — seller is motivated, your offer sets the floor, not the list.
  • Current owner paid $104k; list at $259k implies a 150% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Climate carrying-cost: severe wind risk, 99% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→31/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $209,871 (19.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. What do current leases actually rent for vs. the listed asking? Can we see a recent rent roll and the last 12 months of T-12 income?
  2. It's been on market 120 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 19% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  3. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
  4. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
  5. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  6. The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
  7. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
  8. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
  9. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

1% rule
0.94%
Cap rate
4.72%
Cash-on-cash
-5.62%
DSCR
0.75
GRM
8.9

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$285,739
List price
$259,000
Delta
-9.36%
Verdict
FAIR
Comps
14 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 9 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
9820 Citadel Ln #106 0.00mi 3/2.0 (+1) 1,151 (+13%) 1mo $297,000 $258 73
9895 Citadel Ln #203 0.09mi 2/2.0 1,184 (+16%) 16mo $237,500 $201 58
10725 Wilson St #2 1.12mi 2/2.0 1,008 (-1%) 8mo $155,000 $154 57
10725 Wilson St #11 1.12mi 2/2.0 1,008 (-1%) 15mo $110,000 $109 50
9395 Pennsylvania Ave #30 0.61mi 2/2.0 1,141 (+12%) 14mo $240,000 $210 40
28161 Pine Haven Way #132 1.10mi 2/2.0 884 (-13%) 7mo $200,000 $226 37
9700 Rosewood Pointe Ct #101 0.99mi 2/2.0 1,160 (+14%) 15mo $257,000 $222 30
28131 Pine Haven Way #115 1.09mi 2/2.0 884 (-13%) 18mo $234,900 $266 28
9620 Rosewood Pointe Ter #203 1.08mi 2/2.0 1,136 (+11%) 23mo $349,000 $307 27

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 0.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-30.3%
Equity multiple
0.03×
Total profit
$-70,389
Equity at exit
$38,618
10-year hold
IRR
-59.9%
Equity multiple
-0.59×
Total profit
$-115,335
Equity at exit
$22,394

Cash invested: $72,520 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
State Florida
87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+3
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
3-day pay-or-quit; preempts local rent control; landlord-friendly statutes. Court speed varies by county.
Buyer's market Market conditions within 1.0 mi — comparable homes for sale

Active competition Active MLS

For sale now
7 active · 4 under contract
Months of supply
42.0 mo (2%/mo absorbed)
Median asking
$279,999 ($245/sqft)
Median days on market
126 d
This list price
29% of active listings are priced below it
ARV vs active asking
+14.2% above current asking $/sqft

Closed sales set the value; these active listings set current market conditions and a practical price ceiling.

ZIP-level market 34135

Rents YoY
-0.6%
Active inventory
1074
Price-to-rent
8.9×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$2,430 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$1,358
Tax est. 1.5%
$324 /mo · $3,885/yr
Insurance
$108
HOA
$469
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$510
Net cashflow
$-340

Break-even live

Break-even rent $2,859
Max offer price $209,871
Occupancy floor

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $-161 -5% $-250 +0% $-340 +5% $-429 +10% $-519
Rent -10% $-531 -5% $-435 +0% $-340 +5% $-244 +10% $-148
Rate -1.0pp $-209 -0.5pp $-274 base $-340 +0.5pp $-407 +1.0pp $-475

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

Down payment
$64,750
Closing costs
$7,770
Reserves months
Total cash needed

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Cash invested
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 40 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
9820 Citadel Ln Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1020 $1,575 $1.54 9d 1 0.02mi
9871 Citadel Ln #208 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1151 $3,000 $2.61 119d 1 0.07mi
9871 Citadel Ln #208 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1151 $3,000 $2.61 9d 1 0.07mi
27841 Wisconsin St Bonita Springs, FL 3.0 2.0 1164 $3,500 $3.01 119d 1 0.10mi
9861 Alabama St #3 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 866 $2,100 $2.42 115d 1 0.11mi
9861 Alabama St #3 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 866 $2,100 $2.42 119d 1 0.11mi
9834 Kentucky St Bonita Springs, FL 3.0 2.0 1332 $3,450 $2.59 119d 1 0.23mi
27911 Hacienda East Blvd Unit 217B Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1500 $2,100 $1.40 99d 1 0.24mi
10004 Connecticut St Bonita Springs, FL 3.0 2.0 1420 $3,100 $2.18 119d 1 0.35mi
28151 Dovewood Ct Bonita Springs, FL 2.0–3.0 2.0 1474 $1,930 $1.31 0d 9 0.36mi
10280 Carolina St Unit 1 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 1.5 1040 $2,200 $2.12 115d 1 0.49mi
10282 Carolina St Unit 1 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 1.5 1040 $2,300 $2.21 9d 1 0.49mi
27710 Tennessee St Bonita Springs, FL 1.0 1.5 1040 $1,900 $1.83 7d 1 0.54mi
28105 Mandolin Ct #213 Bonita Springs, FL 3.0 2.0 1500 $2,600 $1.73 119d 1 0.54mi
27715 Tennessee St Unit b Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 1.0 885 $1,750 $1.98 119d 1 0.54mi
27501 Playa del Rey Ln #503 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 1.0 1120 $1,775 $1.58 0d 1 0.61mi
27501 Playa del Rey Ln #503 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 1.0 1120 $1,695 $1.51 0d 1 0.61mi
9060 Palmas Grandes Blvd #101 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1190 $5,500 $4.62 87d 1 0.68mi
9050 Palmas Grandes Blvd #101 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1200 $2,000 $1.67 119d 1 0.72mi
9204 Pennsylvania Ave Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 1.0 900 $1,895 $2.11 119d 1 0.73mi
28052 Palmas Grandes Ln #101 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1500 $7,200 $4.80 119d 1 0.73mi
27600 S View Dr #159 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1090 $1,900 $1.74 119d 1 0.76mi
27600 S View Dr #153 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1090 $1,900 $1.74 9d 1 0.76mi
27671 Arroyal Rd #108 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 1.0 1090 $1,900 $1.74 119d 1 0.80mi
27601 Arroyal Rd #126 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1090 $1,900 $1.74 119d 1 0.80mi
9002 Somerset Ln Unit 9002 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1200 $2,400 $2.00 82d 1 0.80mi
9071 Las Maderas Dr #101 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1364 $2,700 $1.98 87d 1 0.81mi
9851 Costa Mesa Ln Unit 1546344P Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1194 $1,935 $1.62 111d 1 0.81mi
10575 Crockett St Unit 303 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1000 $2,400 $2.40 119d 1 0.82mi
10575 Crockett St Unit 406 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 900 $2,450 $2.72 99d 1 0.82mi
9050 Las Maderas Dr #101 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1364 $2,100 $1.54 119d 1 0.84mi
9030 Las Maderas Dr #101 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1432 $2,500 $1.75 119d 1 0.85mi
9855 Costa Mesa Ln #403 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1146 $1,600 $1.40 119d 1 0.85mi
27304 Buccaneer Dr Bonita Springs, FL 3.0 1.0 1216 $2,695 $2.22 99d 1 0.87mi
10651 Hampton St Bonita Springs, FL 3.0 2.0 1325 $3,150 $2.38 87d 1 0.88mi
27665 Horne Ave Unit F Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 1.0 784 $2,200 $2.81 82d 1 1.02mi
27250 Shriver Ave Unit 1073506P Bonita Springs, FL 4.0 1.0–3.0 661 $4,572 $6.91 0d 3 1.07mi
28121 Pine Haven Way #110 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 884 $2,100 $2.38 119d 1 1.10mi
28121 Pine Haven Way #109 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 1040 $1,795 $1.73 119d 1 1.10mi
28161 Pine Haven Way #131 Bonita Springs, FL 2.0 2.0 884 $1,700 $1.92 0d 1 1.11mi

Property features AI

Finance

Other
One unit per floor; building has 16 units and complex has 66 units; building has 2 floorsPossession at closingRestrictions include deeded rules with limits on number of vehicles, no commercial use, and no motorcycles
HOA & community
Mandatory HOA (professional management)Community poolCommunity roomQuarterly master HOA feeHOA maintenance covers insurance, lawn/land maintenance, management, exterior pest control, reserves, street lights, and trash removalTotal annual recurring HOA fees listed

Exterior

Parking
Detached carport (1 space)
Security
Gated community
Utilities
Central waterCentral sewerCable available
Home design
Residential garden apartment in a low-rise (1-3) buildingBuilt in 1986Concrete block constructionRear exposure to the westLocated in the Citadel / Citadel West development
Construction
Concrete block constructionTile roofStucco finishGarden apartment
Exterior features
DeckImpact resistant doorsImpact resistant windowsSingle hung windowsStucco exteriorLandscaped area viewCentral irrigationRegular lot

Interior

Kitchen
RangeMicrowaveRefrigerator/FreezerDishwasher
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Flooring
CarpetTile
Bathrooms
2 full bathroomsMaster bathroom with shower (no tub)
Heating & cooling
Central electric heatCentral electric air conditioningCeiling fans
Interior features
Built-in cabinetsCable prewireLaundry tubPantrySmoke detectorsWalk-in closetWindow coveringsDining areas in family and living roomsSplit bedroom floor planFurnished
Laundry & utility
WasherDryerLaundry in residence

Listing history 36 events

  1. 2026-07-14
    days on market $259,000 Active 120 DOM
  2. 2026-07-13
    days on market $259,000 Active 119 DOM
  3. 2026-07-13
    days on market $259,000 Active 118 DOM
  4. 2026-07-12
    days on market $259,000 Active 117 DOM
  5. 2026-07-10
    days on market $259,000 Active 116 DOM
  6. 2026-07-09
    days on market $259,000 Active 115 DOM
  7. 2026-07-07
    days on market $259,000 Active 113 DOM
  8. 2026-07-06
    days on market $259,000 Active 112 DOM
  9. 2026-07-05
    days on market $259,000 Active 111 DOM
  10. 2026-07-02
    days on market $259,000 Active 108 DOM
  11. 2026-07-01
    days on market $259,000 Active 107 DOM
  12. 2026-06-30
    days on market $259,000 Active 106 DOM
  13. 2026-06-29
    days on market $259,000 Active 105 DOM
  14. 2026-06-28
    days on market $259,000 Active 104 DOM
  15. 2026-06-25
    days on market $259,000 Active 100 DOM
  16. 2026-06-22
    days on market $259,000 Active 98 DOM
  17. 2026-06-22
    days on market $259,000 Active 97 DOM
  18. 2026-06-17
    days on market $259,000 Active 93 DOM
  19. 2026-06-16
    days on market $259,000 Active 92 DOM
  20. 2026-06-15
    days on market $259,000 Active 91 DOM
  21. 2026-06-13
    days on market $259,000 Active 89 DOM
  22. 2026-06-10
    days on market $259,000 Active 86 DOM
  23. 2026-06-09
    days on market $259,000 Active 85 DOM
  24. 2026-06-07
    days on market $259,000 Active 83 DOM
  25. 2026-06-03
    days on market $259,000 Active 79 DOM
  26. 2026-06-02
    days on market $259,000 Active 78 DOM
  27. 2026-06-01
    days on market $259,000 Active 77 DOM
  28. 2026-06-01
    days on market $259,000 Active 76 DOM
  29. 2026-04-28
    price $270,000
  30. 2026-04-13
    price $282,500
  31. 2026-03-16
    listed $295,000 Active
  32. 2022-07-01
    price $1,600
  33. 2013-04-19
    soldstatus $103,500 305-char remark
    Show marketing remark (305 chars)

    REDUCED!! BONITA SPRINGS CONDOMINIUM AVAILABLE. FANTASTIC UPSTAIRS CORNER UNIT IN CITADEL WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND DETACHED CARPORT. EASY ACCESS TO BONITA BEACH, RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING AND THE AIRPORT. THIS IS A FANNIE MAE HOMEPATH PROPERTY. PROPERTY IS APPROVED FOR HOMEPATH RENOVATION FINANCING.

  34. 2013-03-14
    price $107,900 305-char remark
    Show marketing remark (305 chars)

    REDUCED!! BONITA SPRINGS CONDOMINIUM AVAILABLE. FANTASTIC UPSTAIRS CORNER UNIT IN CITADEL WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND DETACHED CARPORT. EASY ACCESS TO BONITA BEACH, RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING AND THE AIRPORT. THIS IS A FANNIE MAE HOMEPATH PROPERTY. PROPERTY IS APPROVED FOR HOMEPATH RENOVATION FINANCING.

  35. 2013-03-14
    historical 305-char remark
    Show marketing remark (305 chars)

    REDUCED!! BONITA SPRINGS CONDOMINIUM AVAILABLE. FANTASTIC UPSTAIRS CORNER UNIT IN CITADEL WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND DETACHED CARPORT. EASY ACCESS TO BONITA BEACH, RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING AND THE AIRPORT. THIS IS A FANNIE MAE HOMEPATH PROPERTY. PROPERTY IS APPROVED FOR HOMEPATH RENOVATION FINANCING.

  36. 2013-01-28
    listed $103,500 305-char remark
    Show marketing remark (305 chars)

    REDUCED!! BONITA SPRINGS CONDOMINIUM AVAILABLE. FANTASTIC UPSTAIRS CORNER UNIT IN CITADEL WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND DETACHED CARPORT. EASY ACCESS TO BONITA BEACH, RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING AND THE AIRPORT. THIS IS A FANNIE MAE HOMEPATH PROPERTY. PROPERTY IS APPROVED FOR HOMEPATH RENOVATION FINANCING.

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Climate risk First Street

  • 🌊 Flood 4/10 Moderate FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 13% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 1/10 Low
  • 🌡 Heat 10/10 Extreme 7 d/yr ≥107°F today · 31 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 10/10 Extreme 99% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 2/10 Low 1 unhealthy d/yr today · 1 by 30 yrs out

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$29,155
− Mortgage interest
−$14,508
− Property taxes
−$3,885
− Insurance
−$1,295
− Repairs & maintenance
−$2,332
− Management
−$2,332
− HOA
−$5,628
− Depreciation
−$7,535
Taxable loss
−$8,360
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$2,006
After-tax cash flow
$-2,068/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Condition & rehab AI · 12 photos

Good 75/100 None rehab

This move-in ready 2-bedroom, 2-bath first-floor condo is in good condition and offers a comfortable and convenient layout perfect for full-time living, a seasonal getaway, or an investment property.

Value-add opportunities

  • Both Painting the exterior and interior walls — Fresh paint can enhance curb appeal and interior aesthetics.
  • Both Updating the flooring — New flooring can improve the overall look and feel of the home.
  • Both Upgrading the kitchen appliances — Modern appliances can attract more buyers and renters.
  • Both Landscaping improvements — A well-maintained yard can increase the home's curb appeal and value.
  • Both Adding smart home features — Smart home features can increase the home's appeal and value, especially for tech-savvy buyers and renters.
D Composite school gradezoned avg 50/100

Zoned Schools

Elementary Three Oaks Elementary School A- FL #345/2,144 Nat'l #3,382/41,679 Middle Lexington Middle School B- FL #183/571 Nat'l #2,564/14,009 High South Fort Myers High School F FL #489/667 Nat'l #12,196/17,239

Schools (NCES district)

District
Lee
NCES district ID
1201080
Math proficiency
47% ▼ -11.00%
Reading proficiency
50% ▼ -4.00%
Median HH income
$49,518
Composite
41.49/100
National rank
#3458
State rank
#42 of 73 in FL
B Composite livability gradescore 70/100

Livability — Bonita Springs

Score
70/100
State rank
#428
US rank
#7576

Category grades

Amenities F Commute F Cost of living C- Crime A+ Employment A Housing A+ Health & safety D User ratings A+

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Bonita Springs, FL
County
Lee County · 871,946 people
City population
64,727
Metro
Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL
Population (ZIP)
48,252
Household income
$91,380
Rent vs Own
17.7% rent · 82.3% own
Severe rent burden
17% of renters

Population outlook (Lee County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
871,946 people
By 2030
955,468 · +9.6%
By 2040
1,113,587 · +27.7%
By 2050
1,256,891 · +44.1%
By 2075
1,560,270 · +78.9%
By 2100
1,726,848 · +98.0%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Predominantly White (69%)
Race & ethnicity
White 69% Hispanic / Latino 26% Two or more races 13% Native American 3% Black 2%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 8% Puerto Rican 4% Cuban 3%
Common ancestry
Romanian 5% Lithuanian 2% Slovak 2%
Foreign-born
22% · Canada, Jamaica
Languages at home
74% English-only · Spanish 21% French/Haitian/Cajun 1% Russian/Polish/Slavic 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Lee

2024 margin
Strong R (+28.4) · D 35.5% · R 63.9%
2008→2024 swing
-18.0pp toward R · 2008: -10.4pp · 2024: -28.4pp
All cycles
2024: R+28.4 2020: R+19.2 2016: R+20.4 2012: R+16.6 2008: R+10.4

Not yet ingested

Civics

Price history

+160.9% since first listed
8 events — show timeline
  • 2026-04-28 Price Changed $270,000 NAPLESMLS
  • 2026-04-13 Price Changed $282,500 NAPLESMLS
  • 2026-03-16 Listed $295,000 NAPLESMLS
  • 2022-07-01 Price Changed $1,600 RENT.
  • 2013-04-19 Sold (MLS) $103,500 FORTMLS
  • 2013-03-14 Listing Removed FORTMLS
  • 2013-03-14 Price Changed $107,900 FORTMLS
  • 2013-01-28 Listed $103,500 FORTMLS

Cash-flow waterfall

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