Cape Coral

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Cape Coral, FL

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Discover one of Florida's hidden treasures

Suburban Coastal Scenic Peaceful Growing Welcoming Active

Overlooking the mouth of the Caloosahatchee River as it flows into the Gulf of Mexico, Cape Coral offers residents a gorgeous natural environment complemented by a laidback atmosphere. Thanks to the beautiful weather, there are endless opportunities to spend time outdoors, from exploring the nearby forests to deep-sea fishing on the Gulf to lounging on the white-sand beaches of nearby Sanibel Island. Folks who enjoy an active lifestyle will love Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve, one of the largest preserved green spaces in the area offering a walking trail and kayak rentals.

Renting an apartment in Cape Coral also puts a wealth of cultural activities and events at your fingertips. Be sure to visit the Cape Coral Historical Society Museum, which offers a unique collection of historical treasure that will give you a glimpse of the area’s past. Other great destinations include the Cultural Park Theatre Company, the Railroad Museum, Bob Rauschenberg Gallery, and Vavrina Art Gallery.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Cape Coral, FL is $1,516 for a studio, $1,655 for one bedroom, $1,888 for two bedrooms, and $2,301 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cape Coral has decreased by -7.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,655/month
768 Sq Ft
House
$3,206/month
1,662 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,824/month
1,252 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,899/month
1,365 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

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Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Diplomat Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,069 Students

8
out of 10

Cape Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

759 Students

8
out of 10

Trafalgar Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

911 Students

7
out of 10

Gulf Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,231 Students

6
out of 10

Caloosa Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

972 Students

6
out of 10

Gulf Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

812 Students

8
out of 10

Trafalgar Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

986 Students

7
out of 10

Challenger Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,124 Students

6
out of 10

Diplomat Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

912 Students

6
out of 10

Caloosa Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

935 Students

5
out of 10

Ida S. Baker High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,933 Students

4
out of 10

Cape Coral High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,887 Students

4
out of 10

Mariner High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,852 Students

3
out of 10

Island Coast High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,653 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Reflections Park
  • Yellow Fever Creek Preserve
  • Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve
  • Rotary Park Environmental Center
  • Jaycee Park

Airports

  • Southwest Florida International
  • Punta Gorda

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Living in Cape Coral

Restaurants

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Residents can choose from both locally owned restaurants and more popular national chains. With being so close to the water, many restaurants offer picnic-style to-go meals that can be taken to the beach for an afternoon picnic or romantic balcony dining overlooking the waters of the Gulf. Some of the more popular restaurants in the Cape Coral area include Iguana Mia, Anthony’s on the Boulevard, Brew Babies Garden Bistro and Rib City.

Shopping

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The Cape Coral area offers residents a variety of boutique stores and shopping malls to go shopping at. Many of these shopping venues are located in Cape Coral, while others are just a short drive just over the bridge in Ft. Myers. Some local shopping options include the Edison Mall, Tanger Factory Outlet Stores, Cape Harbor, and Gulf Coast Town Center.

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