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8601 Belle Meade Dr, Fort Myers, FLVideo Tour of 8601 Belle Meade Dr, Fort Myers, FL.
Situated on a lush 1.16-acre homesite in the highly sought-after gated community of Belle Meade, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath pool estate offers 2,443 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with exceptional privacy and upscale finishes throughout. The custom gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring premium Wolf appliances, custom hardwood cabinetry, and a built-in **Sub-Zero style refrigerator. The home also includes integrated accordion-style impact hurricane shutters, providing both convenience and peace of mind. Inside, the home offers separate living and recreation areas enhanced by elegant custom trim details. Expansive disappearing sliding glass doors open seamlessly to the covered outdoor living lanai, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The panoramic screened enclosure overlooks the sparkling pool and an expansive backyard with tranquil pond and preserve views, offering a rare level of privacy. Additional features include: "¢ Side-load insulated and air-conditioned garage "¢ High-speed EV charger "¢ Wall-to-wall natural tile flooring with brand-new luxury carpeting "¢ Modern interior and exterior lighting "¢ A unique jetted soaker tub and shower system in the second bath This meticulously maintained home has numerous recent updates, including a newer roof, AC system, hot water heater, screened lanai, and Samsung washer and dryer. Belle Meade is known for its spacious estate homes on approximately 1-acre deed-restricted homesites, low HOA fees, and a peaceful, park-like setting. Offered fully furnished, this is a rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready estate in one of the area's most desirable communities. Enjoy the best of Southwest Florida living with walking and biking paths nearby, close proximity to shopping, dining, and hospitals, and convenient access to the Estero Bay Preserve State Park, Fort Myers Beach, and the barrier islands. Flood insurance is minimal and transferable. Schedule your private showing today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8601 Belle Meade Dr
General
- Price: $999,899
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 2025013209
- Updated: 3/10/2026
- Added to Site: 176 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Great Room, Den - Study
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator/Freezer, Washer
- Furnished: Yes
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Primary Bathroom: Separate Tub And Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Dining Room: Dining - Family
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, Inside
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None, See Remarks, Gated
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Concrete, Custom Upgrades, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat
- Security/Safety: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: None
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Screened Porch, Screened Lanai/Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Location
- Area: FM13 - Fort Myers Area
- County: Lee
- Subdivision: BELLE MEADE
- Building Name: BELLE MEADE
- Driving Directions: Summerlin to Winkler Ext, 1.5 miles down on left is Belle Meade Gated entrance. Input code and drive toward the back of this beautiful upscale neighborhood. Home will be on your right just about half way into the neighborhood.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: CHOICE
- Middle School: CHOICE
- High School: CHOICE
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Legal/Accounting, Manager, Master Assn. Fee Included, Reserve, Street Lights, Street Maintenance
- Units Assoc/Comm: 1
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Management Type: Professional
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Electric
- Heating Type: Central Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Central
- Water: Central
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Description/Design: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Concrete Block, Stucco
- Roof: Tile
- Windows: Single Hung, Shutters - Manual
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Stories in Building: 1
- Square Feet: 2,443
- Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Living Area: 2,443 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1998
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guest House
Lot Features
- Property View: Landscaped Area
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.159
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 50,486
- Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Lot Dimensions: 150 x 150 x 328 x 328
- Frontage: Private Road
- Frontage Feet: 150
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Irrigation System: Well
- Lot Features: Oversize
- Zoning: AG-2
- Lot Description: Oversize
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: None
- Canal Width: None
Financial Considerations
- Other Assoc Fees: $176
- Other Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Single Family
- Legal Description: BELLE MEADE PB 55 PGS 47-50 LOT 18
- Property ID: 10-46-24-03-00000.0180
- Section: 10
- Lot Number: 18
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Schools
Schools serving 8601 Belle Meade Dr
School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rayma C. Page Elementary School 17000 South Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers, FL 33908 | K-5 | 2.7 mi |
Heights Elementary School 15200 Alexandria Court, Fort Myers, FL 33908 | K-5 | 3 mi |
San Carlos Park Elementary School 17282 Lee Road, Fort Myers, FL 33967 | K-5 | 4.8 mi |
Lexington Middle School 16351 Summerlin Road, Fort Myers, FL 33908 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
Cypress Lake Middle School 8901 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 6-8 | 3.8 mi |
Three Oaks Middle School 18500 Three Oaks Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33967 | 6-8 | 6 mi |
Cypress Lake High School 6750 Panther Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 9-12 | 3.5 mi |
South Fort Myers High School 14020 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | 9-12 | 4.3 mi |
Estero High School 21900 River Ranch Road, Estero, FL 33928 | 9-12 | 7.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8601 Belle Meade Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/17/2025
Price Reduced
$999,899
—
MLS
10/02/2025
Listed
$999,900
21.2%
MLS
8/29/2022
Sold
$825,000
—
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 8601 Belle Meade Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,936
-18%
$517,105
-15%
2024
$8,506
-8%
$611,325
-7%
2023
$9,218
175%
$656,415
78%
2021
$3,356
-2%
$368,389
43%
2022
$3,408
2%
$258,198
4%
2021
$3,356
2%
$247,217
2%
2019
$3,297
—
$241,659
2%
2018
$3,305
—
$237,153
2%
2017
$3,296
—
$232,275
2%
2016
$3,280
-1%
$227,498
-29%
2015
$3,329
—
$321,110
-1%
2014
$3,314
—
$323,194
17%
2013
$3,303
—
$275,297
—
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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8601 Belle Meade Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908 (MLS# 2025013209) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 8601 Belle Meade Dr is currently listed for $999,899 and was received on October 02, 2025. Want to learn more about 8601 Belle Meade Dr? 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.

