At a glance
| Typical home value | $890,300 (−7.7% in a year, Zillow, Aug 2026) |
|---|---|
| Location | Southwest Cape Coral, off Pelican Boulevard south of Cape Coral Parkway |
| ZIP code | 33914 |
| Home types | Mid-rise and high-rise condos, coach homes and single-family estate homes |
| Size | About 377 homes in three enclaves |
| Marina | Deep-water marina with Gulf access |
| Developer | Grosse Pointe Development Company |
| HOA / CDD | Gated community with master and enclave associations; ask for each budget |
Is Tarpon Point a good area to live?
Tarpon Point suits buyers who want a gated, resort-style marina community and can carry the costs. It sits where the Caloosahatchee River meets the Gulf, with a private clubhouse, a deep-water marina and the Westin resort next door. It is also the most expensive Cape Coral neighborhood in Zillow's data, at $890,317 in August 2026, and values fell 7.7% in a year.
With about 377 homes, few are for sale at any time, so expect a longer search and compare within each enclave.
What Tarpon Point is known for
Tarpon Point describes itself as a gated enclave of three high-rise waterfront condominiums, single-family homes, estate homes and villas overlooking a deep-water marina, a nature preserve, the Caloosahatchee River and Sanibel. It sits on the site of the old Rose Garden, Cape Coral's first tourist attraction, and was developed by Grosse Pointe Development Company. The community says it is about 23 miles north of Naples.
Its Mediterranean-style architecture and the resort next door make it more of a destination than most Cape Coral neighborhoods.
Homes and prices in Tarpon Point
A brokerage search on 25 September 2026 showed 12 listings with a median asking price of $937,000, averaging 147 days on market. A handful of sales can move these figures, so compare the same enclave and building. See the Cape Coral housing market page for the city trend.
Tarpon Landings condos
210 condos in three 12-story buildings with marina views. Because they are well over three habitable stories, ask for the structural integrity reserve study and any milestone inspection summary; the Cape Coral condo guide explains both.
Tarpon Gardens coach homes
120 coach homes with lake or park views, sharing community amenities.
Tarpon Estates single-family homes
47 single-family homes, some on canals with private deep-water docks. Preferred builders have included Aubuchon Homes, Boran Craig Barber Homes and Harborside Custom Homes.
Living in Tarpon Point
Marina, resort and dining
Residents have a private clubhouse with a fitness center and pool. Listed amenities also include concierge service, an amphitheater, a day spa, walking trails, tennis, pickleball, a putting green and a marina with a ship's store. Marina Village, next to The Westin Cape Coral Resort, has shops and restaurants within walking distance. Ask which amenities are private to residents and which are shared with hotel guests, and how slips are assigned, leased or sold.
Schools
Public school assignment is set by the School District of Lee County's enrollment zones, not by the neighborhood name, so check the address on the district's school zone map. New students enroll online, and the district requires a proof of address such as a utility bill or signed lease; if you own a homesteaded property, that is the address you must use. We don't state which schools serve a street.
Getting around
Tarpon Point is off Pelican Boulevard, south of Cape Coral Parkway, in ZIP code 33914. Two bridges cross the river to Fort Myers: the Cape Coral Bridge, from Cape Coral Parkway to College Parkway, and the Midpoint Memorial Bridge, from Veterans Parkway to Colonial Boulevard. Most households drive; LeeTran runs the county's buses.
Costs: HOA, taxes and flood
Master and enclave associations
Expect a master association and an enclave or condo association. Ask for each budget, reserves, special assessments and the annual cost of any marina slip.
Property tax and city assessments
Inside city limits, the bill combines city, Lee County, school and special district millage. For fiscal 2026 the city's operating millage was 5.1471. The city also charges per-parcel assessments that the homestead exemption does not reduce: for fiscal 2026, fire service averaged $529.76 for a single-family home, solid waste was $384.25 per residential unit and stormwater $156. See the Lee County property tax guide.
Flood and storm
Check the parcel on the city's flood portal and the flood zone guide, and ask for permits for any storm repairs since 2022.
Pros and cons of Tarpon Point
Pros
- Gated, with a deep-water marina and Gulf access.
- Resort amenities, dining and a spa within walking distance.
- A choice of mid-rise condos, coach homes and estates.
Cons
- The highest Zillow typical value in our Cape Coral data, down 7.7% in a year.
- Few listings at any time.
- Two layers of association fees, plus waterfront insurance.
- Resort visitors and events next door.
Compare with Cape Harbour, the other marina community in the southwest, and the gated communities guide.
Common questions
Is Tarpon Point in Cape Coral gated?+
Yes. Tarpon Point describes itself as a gated enclave of high-rise waterfront condominiums, single-family and estate homes and villas around a deep-water marina. Marina Village's shops and restaurants and the adjacent Westin resort are used by visitors, so ask which areas and amenities are private to residents.
How much are homes in Tarpon Point?+
Zillow's typical home value for Tarpon Point was $890,317 in August 2026, down 7.7% from a year earlier. A brokerage search on 25 September 2026 showed 12 listings with a median asking price of $937,000. Condos in Tarpon Landings and estate homes in Tarpon Estates sit at very different price points.
Where is Tarpon Point in Cape Coral?+
Tarpon Point is in southwest Cape Coral, off Pelican Boulevard south of Cape Coral Parkway, where the Caloosahatchee River flows into the Gulf of Mexico. The community says it is about 23 miles north of Naples. It sits in ZIP code 33914, next to The Westin Cape Coral Resort and Marina Village.
How many homes are in Tarpon Point?+
Local listings describe about 377 homes in three enclaves: 210 condos in the three 12-story Tarpon Landings buildings, 120 coach homes in Tarpon Gardens and 47 single-family homes in Tarpon Estates. The small size means few homes are for sale at any time, so plan for a longer search.
What amenities does Tarpon Point have?+
Local listings describe a private clubhouse with a fitness center and pool, concierge service, an amphitheater, a day spa, walking trails, tennis, pickleball, a putting green and a marina with a ship's store. Marina Village's shops and restaurants and The Westin Cape Coral Resort are next door. Ask which amenities are private to residents.
Sources
- Tarpon Point Marina: Official community site
- GreaterFtMyers.com: Tarpon Point
- Zillow Research: Home value, rent and market data (August 2026)
- City of Cape Coral: Flood protection and information
- Florida House of Representatives: Final bill analysis, CS/CS/HB 913 (2025)
- School District of Lee County: Student enrollment
- School District of Lee County: Registration requirements
- City of Cape Coral: Tax billed assessments (non-ad valorem taxes)
- City of Cape Coral: City Council approves 2026 budget, lowers millage rate
- Wikipedia: Cape Coral, Florida
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