Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/01/2025
Listed
$3,600,000
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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5844 Riverside Ln
General
- Price: $3,600,000
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 2025017019
- Updated: 11/1/2025
- Added to Site: 78 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Split Bedrooms, Great Room, Den - Study, Guest Bath, Guest Room, Home Office, Media Room, Pantry
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator/Freezer, Washer
- Furnishings: Negotiable
- Flooring: Brick, Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Dual Sinks, Shower Only
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Master BR Upstairs
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Dining Room: Eat-in Kitchen, Formal
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None, No Subdivision, Non-Gated
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Concrete
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Boat Lift, Elec Avail at dock, Wooden Dock, Outdoor Grill, Courtyard, Automatic Sprinkler
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Open Porch/Lanai
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Driveway Paved, Garage Door Opener, Attached
Location
- Area: FM05 - Fort Myers Area
- County: Lee
- Subdivision: SUNSET COVE
- Building Name: SUNSET COVE
- Direction Faces: Southeast
School Information
- Elementary School: CHOICE
- Middle School: CHOICE
- High School: CHOICE
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
- Units Assoc/Comm: 1
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Management Type: None
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
- Heating Type: Central Electric
Utilities
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Central
- Water: Central
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Propane, Cable Available
Structural Information
- Description/Design: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Concrete Block, Stucco
- Roof: Tile
- Windows: Casement, Impact Resistant, Single Hung, Impact Resistant Windows, Decorative Shutters
- Doors: Impact Resistant Doors, French Doors
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Stories in Building: 2
- Square Feet: 4,883
- Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Living Area: 4,883 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1997
Lot Features
- Property View: River, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4113
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 17,916
- Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Lot Dimensions: 98 x 177 x 162 x 153
- Frontage Feet: 98
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Irrigation System: Well
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Oversize
- Zoning: RS-1
- Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Oversize
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Gulf Access: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: River Front, Seawall
- Canal Width: Canal Width 200+
Financial Considerations
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Single Family
- Legal Description: SUNSET COVE PB 10 PG 107 LOT 63 + PORTION OF LAND TO SEAWALL AS DESC IN INST# 2018-131512
- Property ID: 16-45-24-05-00063.0000
- Section: 16
- Block: 63
- Lot Number: 63
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Schools
Schools serving 5844 Riverside Ln
School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Tanglewood Elementary School 1620 Manchester Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | K-5 | 1.9 mi |
Villas Elementary School 8385 Beacon Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33907 | K-5 | 2.6 mi |
Orangewood Elementary School 4001 Deleon Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 | K-5 | 3.2 mi |
Cypress Lake Middle School 8901 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
Fort Myers Middle Academy 3050 Central Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901 | 6-8 | 4.6 mi |
Lexington Middle School 16351 Summerlin Road, Fort Myers, FL 33908 | 6-8 | 4.8 mi |
Cypress Lake High School 6750 Panther Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
South Fort Myers High School 14020 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | 9-12 | 4.3 mi |
Fort Myers High School 2635 Cortez Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33901 | 9-12 | 4.6 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 5844 Riverside Ln
Tax History
Tax History for 5844 Riverside Ln
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$12,594
-7%
$984,562
3%
2024
$13,503
2%
$956,814
3%
2023
$13,233
1%
$928,946
-43%
2021
$13,142
—
$1,618,122
79%
2022
$13,138
—
$901,889
4%
2021
$13,142
8%
$863,531
2%
2019
$12,113
—
$844,116
2%
2018
$12,160
—
$828,377
2%
2017
$12,177
—
$811,339
2%
2016
$12,173
-2%
$794,651
-42%
2015
$12,397
—
$1,373,456
1%
2014
$12,400
—
$1,363,887
21%
2013
$12,377
—
$1,125,062
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5844 Riverside Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33919 (MLS# 2025017019) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 5844 Riverside Ln is currently listed for $3,600,000 and was received on November 01, 2025. Want to learn more about 5844 Riverside Ln? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fort Myers? You can browse all Fort Myers real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.