$3,600,000
5844 Riverside Lane Fort Myers, FL 33919
For Sale MLS# 2025017019
4 beds 5 baths 4,883 sq ft Single Family
Details for 5844 Riverside Lane
MLS# 2025017019
Description for 5844 Riverside Lane, Fort Myers, FL, 33919
Welcome to 5844 Riverside Lane. Experience timeless elegance in this exquisite old-world estate designed by renowned architect W.A. Bud Lawrence. Perfectly positioned along the Caloosahatchee River, this home exudes charm and character unlike any other property on the market today. Boasting an exceptionally rare 177 feet of river frontage and an expansive backyard complete with a basketball court, the sense of space, privacy, and exclusivity is unmatched. With over 4,800 square feet of living area, the home features four generously sized bedrooms, an upstairs den, a temperature-controlled library, a TV room, a formal dining area, a breakfast nook with some of the best views in the home, and a grand living room with soaring ceilings. Step outside the kitchen to discover multiple intimate courtyard seating areas that evoke the ambiance of a Mediterranean villa. The pool area offers breathtaking river views, a comfortable pool size, and ample deck space for lounging or entertaining. Distinctive architectural details include copper gutters, Venetian plaster walls, tongue-and-groove wood beam ceilings, hand-carved solid wood doors, custom metal railings, authentic buckshot-detailed wood floors, Mexican Saltillo tile, and Chicago brick accents throughout. Modern upgrades complement the craftsmanship, including a new tile roof (2023), new dock (2023), newer HVAC systems, impact-rated windows and doors, premium kitchen appliances, and a 500-gallon buried propane tank. Constructed entirely of concrete block on both levels, this home offers enduring built quality and strength rarely found in homes today. Located in the Sunset Cove neighborhood off of McGregor Boulevard, one of Fort Myers’ most coveted waterfront enclaves, this residence provides convenient access to Downtown Fort Myers, Sanibel Island, Fort Myers Beach, RSW International Airport, premier shopping and dining, top-rated schools, and so much more. Embrace the unmatched lifestyle offered at 5844 Riverside Lane where old-world craftsmanship meets modern luxury on the banks of the Caloosahatchee.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 5
Lot Size: 0.41 Acres
Square Feet: 4,883 sq ft
Year Built: 1997
Garage: Yes
Stories: 2 Story
Construction: Block,Concrete,Stucco
Subdivision: Sunset Cove
Furnished: Yes
County: Lee
Days On Market: 20
Construction Status: Resale
School Information
Elementary: Choice
Middle: Choice
High: Choice
Room Information
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 4
1/2 Baths: 1
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Brick,Carpet,Tile,Wood
Doors/Windows: Single Hung, Shutters, Impact Glass, Casement Window(s)
Additional Interior Features: Pantry, Eat-In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Split Bedrooms, Bedroom on Main Level, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Home Office, Central Vacuum, Separate Shower, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Shower Only, Dual Sinks, Upper Level Primary
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Available
Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Electric
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Description: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Paved, Garage, driveway
Roof: Tile
Pool: In Ground, Concrete
Lot View: River,Water
Lot Dimensions: 98 x 162 x 177 x 153
Zoning: RS-1
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Security/High Impact Doors, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Courtyard, Outdoor Grill, Porch, Open, Cul-de-Sac, Oversized Lot, Sprinklers Automatic
Waterfront Details
Water Front Features: Seawall, River Front
Community Features
Community Features: Non-Gated
Financial Considerations
Terms: All Financing Considered,Cash
Tax/Property ID: 16-45-24-05-00063.0000
Tax Amount: 13502.77
Tax Year: 2024
A broker reciprocity listing courtesy: VIP Realty Group Inc
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