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Property Description
Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort in this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage with a separate 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guest house. Recent updates include a newly completed kitchen in the detached guest house, increasing usability and offering additional flexibility for rental income, guest accommodations, or private living space. This offers the flexibility to live in the main residence while leasing the guest house, or enjoy the entire property as your own private retreat. Located just minutes from Downtown Fort Myers, this gem offers easy access to the city's vibrant nightlife, dining, shopping, and scenic riverfront parks. Inside, the main home boasts an open floor plan, a stylish kitchen with quartz countertops, and sunlit living spaces that radiate Florida charm. Step outside to your private backyard oasis, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy the best of Fort Myers, Florida, whether you're strolling along the Caloosahatchee River, exploring historic sites, or indulging in fresh seafood. Don't miss out on this rare find, main house not in a flood zone. Schedule a showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 847 James St
General
- Price: $359,000
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 225017611
- Updated: 1/11/2026
- Added to Site: 337 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Split Bedrooms, Living Room, Pantry
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator/Freezer, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Primary Bathroom: Combo Tub And Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Dining Room: Dining - Living
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None, Non-Gated
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detectors
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Courtyard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Glass Porch
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Covered, Driveway Paved, Attached Carport, Carport
Location
- Area: FE01 - East Fort Myers Area
- County: Lee
- Subdivision: HENDRY ESTATES
- Building Name: HENDRY ESTATES
- Driving Directions: Edgewood Ave east to James street.
- Direction Faces: Southwest
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
- Units Assoc/Comm: 2
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Management Type: None
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
- Heating Type: Central Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Assessment Paid, Central
- Water: Assessment Paid, Central
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Description/Design: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Concrete Block, Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Single Hung, Impact Resistant Windows, Shutters
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Stories in Building: 1
- Square Feet: 1,622
- Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Living Area: 1,622 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1951
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guest House
Lot Features
- Property View: Landscaped Area
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.254
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,064
- Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Fence: Yes
- Irrigation System: None
- Lot Features: Irregular Lot
- Zoning: RS-6
- Lot Description: Irregular Lot
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: None
- Canal Width: None
Financial Considerations
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Single Family
- Legal Description: HENDRY ESTATES BLK 4 PB 7 PG 58 LOT 10 + W 1/2 LOT 9
- Property ID: 07-44-25-P3-00904.0100
- Section: 7
- Block: 4
- Lot Number: 10
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Schools
Schools serving 847 James St
School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edgewood Academy 3464 Edgewood Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33916 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
James Stephens International Academy 1333 Marsh Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33905 | K-5 | 1.1 mi |
Tice Elementary School 4524 Tice St, Fort Myers, FL 33905 | K-5 | 1.5 mi |
Oak Hammock Middle School 5321 Tice Street, Fort Myers, FL 33905 | 6-8 | 3.4 mi |
Varsity Lakes Middle School 801 Gunnery Road North, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 | 6-8 | 7.8 mi |
Harns Marsh Middle School 1820 Unice Ave N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 | 6-8 | 9.4 mi |
Dunbar High School 3800 Edison Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33916 | 9-12 | 2.3 mi |
Riverdale High School 2600 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers, FL 33905 | 9-12 | 7.9 mi |
Lehigh Senior High School 901 Gunnery Road North, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971 | 9-12 | 8.1 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 847 James St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/17/2025
Price Reduced
$359,000
-6.75%
MLS
6/28/2025
Price Reduced
$385,000
-3.46%
MLS
4/03/2025
Price Reduced
$398,800
-2.73%
MLS
2/15/2025
Listed
$410,000
680.95%
MLS
4/28/2009
Sold
$52,500
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 847 James St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$458
-65%
$58,531
3%
2024
$1,291
3%
$56,881
3%
2023
$1,248
1%
$55,224
-27%
2021
$1,232
-2%
$76,006
42%
2022
$1,258
2%
$53,616
4%
2021
$1,232
22%
$51,335
81%
2018
$1,011
-9%
$28,387
-48%
2017
$1,116
10%
$54,815
9%
2019
$1,015
-46%
$50,181
-25%
2016
$1,875
57%
$66,671
25%
2015
$1,197
27%
$53,199
49%
2014
$940
14%
$35,727
47%
2013
$826
—
$24,364
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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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847 James St, Fort Myers, FL 33916 (MLS# 225017611) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 847 James St is currently listed for $359,000 and was received on February 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 847 James St? 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.

