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# Top Real Estate Agents in Cape Coral, Florida

> Find top real estate agents in Cape Coral, Florida. Median home price: $360K. Connect with the best local agents today.

**Agents Ranked:** 12 | **State:** Florida

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## Top 10 Agents

### #1 Mike Darda
- **Brokerage:** The Darda Group
- **Total Sales:** 3367
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 8
- **Listings:** 115
- **Website:** https://www.dardagroup.com/

### #2 The Christiano Team
- **Brokerage:** The Christiano Team
- **Total Sales:** 2729
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 22
- **Listings:** 128

### #3 Palm Paradise Group
- **Brokerage:** Palm Paradise Realty Group
- **Total Sales:** 2858
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 10
- **Listings:** 139

### #4 Ted Stout
- **Brokerage:** Realmark Realty Group II LLC 
- **Total Sales:** 1073
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 28
- **Listings:** 25

### #5 Adrian Waring
- **Brokerage:** Priceless Realty  LLC
- **Total Sales:** 509
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 26
- **Listings:** 3

### #6 Dustin Gardner Schooner Bay Team
- **Brokerage:** Schooner Bay Realty, Inc.
- **Total Sales:** 1891
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 51
- **Listings:** 36

### #7 Ann M. Stone P.A.
- **Brokerage:** Pro-Gulf Properties, LLC
- **Total Sales:** 706
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 18
- **Listings:** 6

### #8 James Sommers
- **Brokerage:** ReMax Trend
- **Total Sales:** 1086
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 23
- **Listings:** 15

### #9 AJ Ackerman
- **Brokerage:** lpt Realty
- **Total Sales:** 1244
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 17
- **Listings:** 3

### #10 Mike Lombardo
- **Brokerage:** Mike Lombardo Team of Old Glory Realty
- **Total Sales:** 1446
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 27
- **Listings:** 18

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## Frequently Asked Questions — Cape Coral Real Estate

### What is the average home price in Cape Coral, Florida?

The median home price in Cape Coral is $360,000. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting.

### How long does it take to sell a home in Cape Coral?

Homes in Cape Coral spend an average of 59 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer.

### How do I find the best real estate agent in Cape Coral, Florida?

Look for agents with documented sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Cape Coral's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Cape Coral based on documented sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold.

### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in Cape Coral?

In Florida, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Cape Coral will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions).

### How much does a real estate agent cost in Cape Coral?

In Florida, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing.

### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in Cape Coral?

Ask about their recent sales in Cape Coral specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these.

### What makes Cape Coral unique among Southwest Florida cities for boaters?

Cape Coral has over 400 miles of navigable canals, more than any other city in the world, making it a paradise for boat owners who want direct water access from their backyard. Properties on sailboat-access canals that connect to the Caloosahatchee River and then the Gulf of Mexico carry the highest premiums. Even inland freshwater canal homes offer fishing and kayaking access, giving the majority of the city a waterfront lifestyle at a range of price points.

### How did Hurricane Ian affect the Cape Coral real estate market?

Hurricane Ian made direct landfall near Cape Coral in September 2022, causing devastating flooding in many canal-front and low-lying neighborhoods. The market initially saw distressed sales, but strong demand from out-of-state buyers and investors seeking post-storm deals pushed prices back up. New construction has surged as many damaged homes were torn down and rebuilt to current Florida building codes, which has modernized much of the housing stock.

### What are the most desirable areas within Cape Coral?

Southwest Cape Coral near Tarpon Point Marina and Cape Harbour offers upscale waterfront dining and walkability alongside luxury canal-front homes. The Southeast Cape near Yacht Club Beach is popular with buyers wanting Gulf access and proximity to the downtown core. Northwest Cape Coral has large lots with freshwater canals at more affordable prices and is a favorite for buyers who want space and a quieter residential feel.

### How does Cape Coral compare to Fort Myers in terms of price and lifestyle?

Cape Coral generally offers newer construction on larger lots with canal access at prices competitive with or slightly below Fort Myers for comparable square footage. The trade-off is that Cape Coral is more car-dependent with fewer walkable commercial corridors than Fort Myers, though the Cape Coral Parkway area has been developing more retail and restaurant options. Buyers seeking a boating-centric suburban lifestyle consistently prefer Cape Coral over Fort Myers.

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*Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/fl/cape-coral*