525 Bayside Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33919

OVER $200K PRICE REDUCTION! Rare opportunity to live on a canal that intersects with the river for stunning river & sunset views!  Secluded .48-acre canal front lot on private drive is only one house from the river with 130ft of canal frontage!  This pool home sustained damage from the hurricanes and may be renovated or you can build your new direct gulf & sailboat access dream home! Solid CBS construction with hurricane impact windows and doors throughout.  Roof & Solar Panels installed in 2021 & have a transferable warranty. Solar panels for minimal electric bills and a whole-house water filtration system. Pool and enclosed screen lanai are intact with a travertine deck and small koi pond. Grounds incorporate a Japanese-style stroll garden with stone pathways and rock formation, shady seating areas and a teahouse gazebo adjoining a koi pond with a rock waterfall. Shaded brick patio along canal with boat davits (10Klb each) for easy access to river and gulf.  Home is being sold for mostly land value but is a great opportunity for end users or investors.  Home has tile throughout, 2 master suites + den + office and 3 bathrooms.  Main kitchen & Secondary kitchen have white shaker cabinetry and granite countertops. All bathrooms have tiled showers & white shaker vanities and granite countertops. Garage is oversized with a sink & electric for an EV charger. There are endless possibilities for restoring the home to its original splendor. The home could also be built up by adding additional floors to take advantage of even more spectacular views! Come walk the property and see for yourself what can be done to make this canal front, diamond in the rough a magnificent river view home!  Premiere location close to restaurants, shopping, physicians/hospitals, schools, entertainment, parks & recreation, places of worship and more!  Short car ride to beaches, downtown River District, RSW International Airport and I-75 for quick access north or south of Fort Myers. THIS WON'T LAST SO MAKE YOUR SHOWING APPOINTMENT TODAY!