Pelican Preserve is Fort Myers' best-known 55+ resort community: about 1,100 acres, roughly 2,500 residences, a large Town Center, 27 holes of optional golf, pools, pickleball, tennis, studios, trails, dog parks, and gated low-maintenance living. Mid-2026 sources place sold medians around $400K-$425K, with condos and attached homes below many single-family homes.
About Pelican Preserve
Pelican Preserve is a gated WCI active-adult community in Fort Myers near Treeline Avenue, Colonial Boulevard, I-75, and RSW airport. It covers about 1,100 acres and includes roughly 2,500 residences across condos, carriage homes, attached villas, and single-family homes built primarily from the early 2000s through 2020.
The community is designed around activity. The Town Center functions like a private village hub, with fitness, pools, clubs, creative studios, performance space, social events, dining, cards, games, and outdoor recreation. It is one of the strongest fits in SWFL for buyers who want a built-in social calendar from day one.
Pros & Cons of Pelican Preserve
Pros
- One of Fort Myers' best-known 55+ resort communities
- Large Town Center with clubs, pools, fitness, studios, theater, and social programming
- 27 holes of optional golf plus tennis, pickleball, trails, and dog parks
- Wide housing range: condos, carriage homes, villas, and single-family homes
- Convenient Treeline/I-75/RSW location for seasonal residents and travelers
Cons
- Age-restricted rules are a feature for some buyers and a limitation for others
- HOA, condo, neighborhood, and golf fees vary by product and membership
- Popular 55+ community, so the best-priced inventory still gets attention
- Not a waterfront boating community
- Seasonal activity peaks can make amenities and tee times busier in winter
What Your Budget Buys in Pelican Preserve
| Housing Type | Typical Price (2026) | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Condos and carriage homes | ~$300K-$450K | Seasonal residents, lock-and-leave living |
| Attached villas | ~$375K-$550K | Low-maintenance full-time or seasonal living |
| Single-family homes | ~$450K-$800K+ | Buyers wanting private space and resort amenities |
*Ranges reflect mid-2026 public market snapshots. Pricing varies by village, view, home size, updates, and fee structure.
The Town Center Is the Draw
Pelican Preserve's Town Center is the reason many buyers choose it over smaller 55+ communities. Residents use the pools, fitness spaces, theater, card rooms, woodshop, art and sewing studios, library, tennis, pickleball, trails, dog parks, and social calendar as an extension of the home. For many relocating retirees, the built-in community matters as much as the floor plan.
What to Verify Before Buying
Pelican Preserve has multiple product types and association layers, so verify the exact monthly and quarterly fees for the home you are considering. Ask what the base association covers, whether there is a condo or neighborhood association, current golf membership options, transfer fees, rental rules, pet rules, guest rules, and the current 55+ occupancy requirements.
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