$5,688

closing credit¹

2728 Providence St Fort Myers, FL 33916

$479,000
3 beds
2 full
1,840 sqft
0.3 acres
$260 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2728 Providence St

QUAINT UPDATED BUNGALOW. DEAN PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT. Originally built in 1915, this charming historical register home was just the second home built in the original Dean Park. Now fully updated and expanded, it offers 3BBR/2BA including a huge primary bedroom suite, a classic wrap-around front porch and a sprawling 140" X 87' oversize lot, filled with mature trees. The front and two side porches invite you to enjoy the tranquil environment. Paver-stone walked leads up to the pillared porch. A privacy fence encloses a large paver-stone patio, creating your own Shangri-La in the heart of the city. The home was affected by the hurricanes, but remediation preserved the charm of the original woodwork and brickwork, including a fireplace in the entry room with a mantle created from a single piece of wood. Original historic home includes the formal entry room, dining room, two bedrooms, kitchen and bath, both now fully updated. A major 2005 expansion added a gathering/family room, the new primary bedroom, a laundry room and attached garage. The bedroom has 2 walk-in closets. comfortable sitting area and beautifully updated ensuite bath. The kitchen has plenty of wooden cabinets with granite countertops. Buyers will receive a $5000 appliance package so you can get precisely the make and models you want. It is conveniently located between the formal dining room and the gathering room, making the home ideal for entertaining, inside or out. The garage has alley-access and a bright workshop area, perfect for people who tinker or garden. Plenty of parking, hidden from the entertainment patio by the privacy fence. Stroll the quiet pet-friendly streets to absorb the historic envelope of Dean Park. Add a few steps to reach the downtown Ft. Myers River District with its plethora of restaurant and entertainment choices, plus a riverfront park that is both tranquil and vibrant. Motivated sellers. Priced well below competition. Yours to enjoy.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size1,840 sqft
Lot size0.28 Acres
Year built1915
ParkingAttached, Driveway, Garage, On Street, Unpaved, Garage Door Opener
MLS #225010978
Attached garage1 space
ViewOther

Summary

  • MLS Number: 225010978
  • MLS Name: SWFL
  • Office Name: John R. Wood Properties
  • Office Phone: (239) 333-2411
  • Office Email: jrichter@johnrwood.com
  • Listing Agent: Michael Newes

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 15, 2014
Home Sold
$252,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$294,171$4,792
2022$258,539$4,459
2021$207,773$4,459
2020$188,151$4,136
2019$153,661$3,559
2018$139,692$3,260
2017$162,310$3,314

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Franklin Park Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

2323 Ford St

5

Edgewood Academy

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

3464 Edgewood Ave

6

Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

2401 Euclid Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $38,821. The most common annual income of people living in Fort Myers, FL is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

46%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

66%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • KiaKia
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 2728 Providence St

This home is located at 2728 Providence St in Fort Myers, FL and zip code 33916 in the Dean Park Historic District neighborhood. This 1,840 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $479,000.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Fort Myers, FL there were more than 8 sold above asking price, over 212 sold below and more than 35 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Fort Myers, FL increased by 21.3% between December and January 2025. In January 2025 median list price was $374,744 and the average listing age was 82 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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