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Property Description
Discover this charming cottage-style retreat on Telegraph Creek in Alva! Nestled on over half an acre, this freshly updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers a rare blend of modern comfort and Old Florida charm. Inside, you'll find bright and airy living spaces with tasteful updates throughout, creating a move-in ready home or the perfect weekend getaway. Step outside and enjoy all the extras - two detached garages provide ample storage for vehicles, boats, or hobbies, while the private dock offers direct access to the River via Telegraph Creek for fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the water. Surrounded by mature trees and open space, this property delivers peace, privacy, and plenty of room to spread out, all while being just a short drive from shops, dining, and everything Alva and the surrounding area have to offer. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, seasonal escape, or unique waterfront investment, this cottage checks all the boxes.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 18200 Elmwood Dr
General
- Sold For: $205,000
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 2025011622
- Added to Site: 117 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Workshop, Other
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator/Freezer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Combo Tub And Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Dining Room: Eat-in Kitchen
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, Inside
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None, Boating, No Subdivision
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Dock, Wooden Dock, Storage
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: 2+ Spaces, Driveway Unpaved, Detached
Location
- Area: AL01 - Alva
- County: Lee
- Subdivision: ALVA
- Building Name: ALVA
- Driving Directions: N River Road to Elmwood. Where the pavement ends and dirt road begins take a left on that driveway. Home is straight ahead. Garage & workshop on South side of fence DOES belong to this property. No warranties or repairs will be made to the outbuildings
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- Elementary School: PROXIMITY
- Middle School: PROXIMITY
- High School: PROXIMITY
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
- Units Assoc/Comm: 1
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Management Type: None
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Electric
- Heating Type: Central Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Description/Design: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Impact Resistant, Single Hung, Impact Resistant Windows, Shutters
- Doors: Impact Resistant Doors
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Stories in Building: 1
- Square Feet: 900
- Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Living Area: 900 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1957
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Extra Building
Lot Features
- Property View: Creek
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.633
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 27,573
- Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Lot Dimensions: 120 x 210 x 130 x 210
- Frontage: Private Road
- Frontage Feet: 120
- Irrigation System: None
- Lot Features: Horses Ok, Oversize
- Zoning: AG-2
- Lot Description: Horses OK, Oversize
Horse Property
- Horse Property: Yes
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Gulf Access: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Creek
- Canal Width: Canal Width 31-80
- Boat Dock Slip: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Single Family
- Legal Description: FR 250 FT S OF N LI OF GL 2 W OF CRK S 165 FT NWLY 153 FT N 111 FT E TO POB
- Property ID: 15-43-26-00-00011.0020
- Section: 15
- Block: 11
- Lot Number: 2
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Schools
Schools serving 18200 Elmwood Dr
School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
River Hall Elementary School 2800 River Hall Parkway, Alva, FL 33920 | K-5 | 1.5 mi |
The Alva School 17500 Church Avenue, Alva, FL 33920 | 6-8 | 5.9 mi |
Harns Marsh Elementary School 1800 Unice Avenue North, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 | K-5 | 6.4 mi |
Harns Marsh Middle School 1820 Unice Ave N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 | 6-8 | 6.1 mi |
Oak Hammock Middle School 5321 Tice Street, Fort Myers, FL 33905 | 6-8 | 6.5 mi |
Varsity Lakes Middle School 801 Gunnery Road North, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 | 6-8 | 7.4 mi |
Riverdale High School 2600 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers, FL 33905 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Lehigh Senior High School 901 Gunnery Road North, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 | 9-12 | 7.3 mi |
Dunbar High School 3800 Edison Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33916 | 9-12 | 10.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 18200 Elmwood Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/05/2026
Sold
$205,000
-21.12%
MLS
10/27/2025
Price Reduced
$259,900
-3.74%
MLS
9/22/2025
Listed
$270,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
18200 Elmwood Dr, Alva, FL 33920 (MLS# 2025011622) is a Single Family property that was sold at $205,000 on January 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 18200 Elmwood Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Alva? You can browse all Alva real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

