Matlacha Real Estate

Matlacha Real Estate

Welcome to Matlacha, a picturesque gem nestled in the heart of Lee County, Florida. Known for its vibrant arts scene and charming coastal vibe, this quaint community is a haven for those seeking a laid-back lifestyle infused with creativity and natural beauty.

Matlacha, pronounced "Mat-la-shay," is a small island community situated between Pine Island and Cape Coral. Its stunning waterfront views and colorful, eclectic architecture reflect the rich heritage and artistic spirit that define this unique locale. The streets are lined with charming galleries, local boutiques, and inviting eateries, making it a delightful destination for both residents and visitors alike.

For nature enthusiasts, Matlacha is a gateway to some of Florida's most breathtaking natural wonders. With easy access to the Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve, residents can enjoy kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching in a serene environment that showcases the area's rich biodiversity. The sunsets here are nothing short of magical, casting vibrant hues across the sky as the sun dips below the horizon.

Matlacha is also known for its strong sense of community. Local events, such as art walks and farmers' markets, foster connections among residents and celebrate the town’s artistic flair. Whether you’re strolling along the waterfront or enjoying a meal at a local seafood restaurant, you’ll feel the warmth and charm that Matlacha exudes.

With its perfect blend of natural beauty, artistic charm, and a welcoming community, Matlacha is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle waiting to be embraced. Come discover the magic of Matlacha, where every day feels like a vacation!

Newest Listings in Matlacha

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2026031696 MLS

PRICE REDUCTION!!Perfect Opportunity to Customize a Well Built Matlacha Home! This home sits on 100ft of deep-water Gulf access and is the second home from Matlacha Pass which provides open water views! Matlacha is a waterman’s paradise surrounded by world class fishing, pristine beaches, abundant native wildlife and offers access to the Great Calusa Blueway Kayak Trail. Everything Matlacha has to offer, including restaurants and shops, is just a short walk or bike ride away. This open floor plan 3-bedroom 2 bath home is ready for you to personalize but is loaded with tons of upgrades to build upon! As soon as you walk into the home you are met with a panoramic water view through the 20ft of impact sliding doors that line the back of the expansive great room area which is the central hub of the home. There are impact windows and doors throughout this home. The large open kitchen is ready for you to customize and also offers views of the canal and Matlacha Pass. The master suite offers a water view and features a walk-in closet and an oversize jacuzzi. Your guests will be spoiled when they visit with the spa like guest bath that features a Koehler steam shower! The steam shower has beautiful tile work, glass doors as well as a natural green beach pebble floor. The interior of this home includes a large laundry area and a finished garage that the owner used for a recording studio. They always say they don’t build them like they used to and that definitely applies to this home! The roof structure is over-built with plank construction instead of plywood which makes it incredibly strong. A new water barrier and tile roof was installed in 2014 offering many years of roof life (Typical tile roof life is 40-50 years). Third nail was installed to help with insurance discounts as well. The roof has weathered multiple storms with no issues. The outside spaces of this home really make it something special! The screened pool area is the perfect place to take in the beauty of Matlacha, including breath taking sunrises and sunsets or dolphins and manatees that cruise by daily. The pool has been renovated with new tiles, a pebbletech surface and is a heated saltwater system. The pool enclosure has also been updated and features a travertine pool deck. The almost 900 sqft dock is a fisherman’s dream featuring a dual cable 10k covered boat lift complete with remote (cover is currently being stored in the shed). The property itself features lush tropical landscaping including your own mango tree, a custom fence for privacy, a Tuff shed for extra storage and black river stone accents throughout. As a HUGE bonus a Generac Generator has been installed with a 600-gallon propane tank. Home features 2 AC systems as well, one for the main home and one for the finished garage (currently detached). Make sure to view the drone link to see the stunning surroundings of this home! Now is the time to get into Matlacha....Come see this home today and start Living the Island Life!

2701 Bruce Street, Matlacha

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2026031165 MLS

Experience the Matlacha island lifestyle from this charming historic home featuring direct water access, impact windows, a private garage, and an oversized yard. Located directly across from Matlacha Park and the public boat launch, this property places you just steps from historic downtown Matlacha, waterfront restaurants, art galleries, local shops, fishing, kayaking, and open-water adventures. Inside, the home offers stainless steel appliances, easy-care tile flooring, updated electrical, and a newer Florida room with peaceful views of the surrounding natural scenery. Impact windows add valuable storm protection, energy efficiency, and peace of mind. The oversized yard is a rare find in Matlacha, providing space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, recreational equipment, or future improvements. The garage and additional bonus square footage offer even more flexibility for storage, hobbies, or customization. Whether you are searching for a full-time residence, seasonal Florida escape, weekend fishing retreat, or income-producing rental property, this home offers an exceptional combination of location, waterfront access, character, and opportunity. Homes with direct water access in the heart of Matlacha are difficult to duplicate. Schedule your private showing today and see why this unique island property deserves your attention.

11242 Matlacha Avenue, Matlacha

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2026027347 MLS

Rare! The amazing view from this renovated duplex on the artsy island of Matlacha is INCREDIBLE! Wake up to spectacular sunrises over the water, dolphins right there. That cool bay breeze in the morning will put an inferno in your belly to pack the boat, and prepare for the day's adventure of exploring outer islands! Whether you need a lucrative short-term Airbnb investment that comes furnished, a multi-generational family vacation retreat, or a live-in income property, this home delivers that Key West lifestyle you can't get anywhere else for this price. The tropical island environment makes the perfect backdrop for quiet time, outdoor entertaining, or watching the boats cruise under the bridge. You can see it all here, from wildlife to space shuttle launches! This concrete fortress offers storm protection for the windows and doors, and a heavy-duty metal roof which reflects heat, keeping the home cooler. Walk to historic Matlacha’s world-famous colorful art galleries, unique boutiques, and popular nearby restaurants or coffee shop. Your outdoor adventures can start immediately, with the best proximity to the community park, kayak launches, hiking trails, and some of the best fishing flats in the world. If you like a laid-back island vibe while remaining just minutes from Cape Coral, Fort Myers, grocery stores, and major airports, this is the property for you. Schedule your private showing today!

2498 Bayshore Drive, Matlacha

Historic Matlacha Vacant lot ready to build your Bayfront Island Home.. Unique opportunity to build a Colorful Island Cottage with a new seawall and raised fill dirt... Zoned C-1 the Historic designation lets you have a single family home... Visit this quaint Fishing village, check out the shops and restaurants with bayfront views... This property has the spectacular evening Sunset Views... Check this out today !!!

4748 Pine Island Road NW, Matlacha

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2026026235 MLS

YOUR MATLACHA WATERFRONT DREAM STARTS HERE – FULLY RENOVATED 3+DEN / 2 BATH – DIRECT GULF ACCESS! ALL HURRICANE IMPACT WINDOWS AND NEW ROOF - all the work has been mdone for you! Imagine waking up every morning to the calm of the water, sipping your coffee while boats drift by and the island comes to life. This beautifully updated waterfront home is not just a place to live it is a lifestyle you’ve been waiting for. Located in the heart of Matlacha, this 3 bedroom plus den, 2 full bath residence has been lovingly refreshed with a completely redone kitchen and brand-new bathroom with tile throughout, creating a bright, modern space that feels both stylish and welcoming. The open layout invites you to gather, relax, and entertain with ease. The den offers the flexibility today’s buyers crave your home office, reading retreat, or extra space for visiting friends and family. Every room is filled with natural light, making the entire home feel warm and connected to the outdoors. Step outside and you are instantly on island time. The property sits on an oversized lot, providing ample space for outdoor living, and there’s plenty of room on the side of the house for RV or boat parking. With direct access to Matlacha Pass, your days can be spent fishing at sunrise, kayaking through quiet canals, or cruising to nearby waterfront restaurants for dinner. This is the Southwest Florida lifestyle simple, relaxed, and unforgettable. Waterfront homes like this rarely become available in Matlacha, especially ones that are fully renovated and move-in ready. If you have been waiting for the right home, this is it.

2742 Bruce Street, Matlacha

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2026025826 MLS

Classic Matlacha Cottage on an oversize lot with deep water access! This completely renovated 2-bedroom, 1.5 bath classic comes FULLY FURNISHED and is nestled right in the heart of Matlacha. Not only is this home surrounded by world-class fishing, pristine gulf beaches, incredible native wildlife, it is also within walking distance to everything Matlacha has to offer including art galleries, restaurants and shops. This perfectly renovated home is the definition of coastal chill and features wood plank ceilings, tile throughout, beautiful new kitchen complete with quartz countertops, updated electrical with raised outlets, DenseGlass wallboard throughout, new washer and dryer and new water heater. Enjoy the incredible Matlacha sunsets and native wildlife from the back patio that along with the seawall was replaced in 2019! Roof is also a 2019! Come see this home today and start Living the Island Life!

2567 Cay Cove, Matlacha

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2026022664 MLS

WELCOME TO YOUR MATLACHA FISHING PARADISE! Just four homes from the channel, this DIRECT GULF ACCESS waterfront retreat offers the laid-back island lifestyle that makes Matlacha one of Florida's most beloved boating communities. Known for its colorful art galleries, waterfront restaurants, and "Old Florida" charm, Matlacha delivers a Key West vibe without the Key West price tag. For ANGLERS & BOATERS, the location simply doesn't get much better! Cast a line right from your backyard and reel in snook, snapper, grouper, trout, sheepshead, and countless other species. Watch dolphins and manatees cruise through the channel behind the home while enjoying your morning coffee, then head out to the Gulf and Boca Grande in approximately 20-30 MINUTES BY BOAT. The composite dock with 10K BOATLIFT and separate kayak launch make boating a breeze! This home is very low maintenance with a stone front yard which also doubles as additional parking for all of your toys! Come see today and start Living the Island Life! Recent improvements include a NEW 2025 roof featuring premium 165 MPH wind-rated shingles, upgraded aluminum carport roofing, a FULLY REMODELED bathroom, NEW kitchen island and lower cabinetry, NEW stove and refrigerator, TILE ALL THROUGHOUT, washer and dryer, and fresh interior paint. The home also features a unique flood-conscious wall system with waterproof PVC materials designed to simplify future maintenance and restoration. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, seasonal escape, or investment opportunity, this property offers the perfect blend of island charm, boating convenience, and peace of mind.

2691 Geary Street, Matlacha

WOW! OWNER FINANCING!! AMBERJACK HARBOR, CLEARED 60FT. WIDE LOT southern exposure, WITH DIRECT GULF ACCESS, NO BRIDGES, DEEP WATER DOCKAGE, NEW SEAWALL, NEW WRAP AROUND COMPOSITE DOCK WITH NEW REMOTE CONTROLED 10K LB. BOAT LIFT AND 2 JET SKI LIFTS, WATER AND ELECTRIC @ DOCK, MINUTES AWAY FROM BOCA GRANDE WITH THE BEST TARPON FISHING IN THE WORLD! READY TO BUILD ON, WATER AND SEWER, LOCATED IN MATLACHA, A KEY WEST STYLE AREA WITH SHOPS, RESTAURANTS, SHRIMP DOCKS,TWO PUBLIX SHOPPING CENTERS CLOSE BY, FORT MYERS, SANIBEL ISLAND AND NORTH CAPTIVA BEACHES MINUTES AWAY, NEW MULTI MILLION DOLLAR RESIDENCES UNDER CONSTRUCTION!!!!! SURVEY PROVIDED SURVEY VERIFIES 60ft.X80ft. SURVEY COMPLETED PRIOR TO NEW DOCK AND SEAWALL INSTALLATION, 3 BED 3 BATH 3,068 S/F RESIDENTIAL PLAN AVAILABLE

2849 TRIGGERFISH Street, Matlacha

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 226022449 MLS

THIS RESIDENCE HAS BEEN REMODELED FROM THE SLAB TO THE ROOF! THREE MASTER SUITS!!! NEW INTERIOR: NEW DRYWALL / PAINTED AND TEXTURED, NEW KITCHEN CABINETS AND VANITIES, NEW QUARTZ COUNTER TOPS, NEW KITCHEN / BATH PLUMBING AND FIXTURES, SS FARM SINK, SS LG APPLIANCES: RANGE/CONVECTION OVEN, MICROWAVE, 25c/f REFRIGERATOR/W ICEMAKER, DISPOSAL, 2 LAZY SUSANS AND 6 DOOR PANTRY, FULL SIZE WASHER AND DRYER, HWH, ALL TILE BATHS WITH LIGHTED MIRRORS, FLOATED VANITIES, 3 CEILING FANS, NEW 200 AMP ELECTRIC SERVICE PANEL, NEW CENTRAL AIR / INSULATION IMPACT WINDOWS / DOORS, METAL ROOF, PAINTED STUCCO EXTERIOR, NEW LANDSCAPING AND RIVER ROCK, COMPOSITE DOCL WITH 10k LB. BOAT LIFT / H2O/ELECTRIC @ DOCK, LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! 5 minutes for 2 Publix shopping centers with gas, banks, restaurants, shops, ride your bike or take your boat to the shops and restaurants of Matlacha, NO HOA FEES! MINUTES TO THE BEACHES SANIBEL AND BOCA GRANDE TARPON WATERS! NO ISSUES WITH LOW TIDE WATER LEVELS, BEST VALUE ON THE WATER!!!

2823 Janet Street, Matlacha

Welcome to the quaint island village of Matlacha, a residentially zoned vacant lot offering direct Gulf access. This is your chance to build exactly what you want, exactly where you want it, with the open water of the Gulf at your doorstep. What sets this lot apart even further is that the hard work has already been done for you. A seawall and dock were completed in 2016, simply bring your builder and your boat. Matlacha is one of Southwest Florida's most treasured fishing communities. Imagine launching your boat and heading straight out to the world-class flats of Pine Island Sound and Charlotte Harbor; prime hunting grounds for snook, redfish, tarpon, and more. Matlacha's charm extends far beyond the fishing. This vibrant, colorful island community is celebrated for its eclectic waterfront galleries, beloved locally-owned restaurants serving the freshest catch, and an unmistakable Old Florida energy that simply cannot be manufactured. It is a place where neighbors wave, sunsets stop you in your tracks, and life feels genuinely slower and sweeter. Whether you are planning a custom dream home, a private fishing retreat, or a generational investment, this lot is calling you!

2609 Bayshore Drive, Matlacha

Discover a rare opportunity to own a premier waterfront homesite in the heart of Matlacha. This cleared 9,582 SF residential lot offers approximately 200 feet of concrete seawall frontage along beautiful Matlacha Pass, providing direct Gulf access with no bridges. Ideal for a custom waterfront residence, the property is ready for your vision with ample space for a luxury home, pool, outdoor entertaining areas, and boating amenities. Enjoy breathtaking water views, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, and immediate access to world-class fishing, boating, Pine Island Sound, Charlotte Harbor, Tarpon Pass, Redfish Pass, and the Gulf of Mexico. Located in the charming fishing village of Matlacha, known for its vibrant art scene, waterfront restaurants, and laid-back island lifestyle. Whether you're a builder, investor, or end user seeking the perfect waterfront retreat, this exceptional homesite offers the opportunity to create a true Southwest Florida paradise. Rare direct-access waterfront lots like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find.

2638 SECOND Street, Matlacha

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 2026021644 MLS

Positioned on a spectacular Gulf access waterfront homesite with sweeping open water views, this impressive custom built estate delivers the ultimate Southwest Florida boating lifestyle with quick access to open water and an exceptional blend of scale, craftsmanship, and location. Spanning over 3800 square feet, this expansive residence was thoughtfully designed with high quality materials and timeless architectural details throughout, offering a level of construction and presence rarely found today. From the moment you enter, soaring ceilings, grand living spaces, elegant finishes, and walls of glass immediately draw your attention to the breathtaking waterfront backdrop. Designed for both entertaining and everyday luxury living, the home features four bedrooms, five bathrooms, multiple indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, a spacious chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry and expansive counter space, and a large upstairs bonus room with its own private balcony overlooking the water, creating the perfect setting for a media room, guest retreat, executive office, or additional lounge space. The primary suite offers a private waterfront sanctuary with generous proportions, oversized walk in closets, and a spa style bath designed for comfort and relaxation. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a resort style pool and spa, expansive screened lanai, and multiple waterfront entertaining areas perfectly positioned to capture stunning sunrises, coastal breezes, and panoramic water views. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the newly constructed dock, new seawall, and quick Gulf access that make this property ideal for enjoying world class fishing, island hopping, and endless days on the water. Additional upgrades include a new tile barrel metal roof that enhances both durability and curb appeal. Set on a beautifully landscaped waterfront parcel in one of Southwest Florida’s most desirable boating locations, this extraordinary residence offers a rare opportunity to own a substantial luxury waterfront home with exceptional views, premium boating access, and the true essence of Florida coastal living.

12130 Shoreview Drive, Matlacha

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