Homes for sale · Lehigh Acres, FloridaRichmond
Affordable new-build living in Lehigh Acres
17
Homes for sale
$345,000
Median list price
$219
Avg price / sqft
46
Median days on market
Richmond is a quiet, spread-out corner of Lehigh Acres where single-family homes sit on generous lots and new construction is reshaping entire blocks. It suits buyers who want a first home or a value-driven move without HOA fees and with easy access to neighboring pockets like Eisenhower and Sunshine. The pace here is residential and uncrowded — this is a place to settle in, not a resort-style enclave.
For a buyer today, the numbers are approachable: 15 active listings with a median list price of $345,000 and 7 of those homes brand new. Sellers have been getting 100% of asking on average over the last year, but with a median 102 days on market there's room to negotiate on the right listing. Browse the current inventory on the live map to see how new builds compare with resale homes.
Richmond is a community in Lehigh Acres, Florida.
Quick facts
$235,000 – $530K price range
1,568 sqft median home
$1,800/mo median rent
30 sold in 12 months
Living in Richmond
Richmond is a residential neighborhood within Lehigh Acres, the large inland community east of Fort Myers in Lee County. Like much of Lehigh, it was laid out decades ago on a wide grid of lot-and-block streets, which means homes here tend to sit on their own parcels with space between neighbors rather than packed into dense subdivisions. The character is quiet and unhurried — this is a place where you'll see new homes going up alongside established ones, and where daily life revolves around your own yard and the broader Lehigh Acres amenities nearby.
The neighborhood suits a specific kind of buyer well. First-time buyers appreciate the entry-level pricing, families value the lot sizes and the absence of HOA fees, and value-minded investors note the steady rental demand. It's not a lifestyle-community destination — there's no golf course, no gated entrance, and no waterfront within Richmond itself — so buyers looking for resort-style living will want to look elsewhere in the region.
What Richmond offers instead is affordability and flexibility. With a median list price of $345,000 and a meaningful share of brand-new homes, it's possible to buy something recently built without stretching into luxury-market territory. For buyers who care more about square footage, a new roof, and a manageable monthly cost than about shared amenities, Richmond is a sensible fit.
Neighborhoods and communities in Richmond
Richmond sits among several named pockets of Lehigh Acres, and the lines between them can feel subtle because the whole area shares the same grid pattern and residential feel. Nearby communities include Eisenhower and Sunshine, both of which draw the same mix of new-construction and resale buyers you'll find in Richmond itself.
Other adjacent pockets worth knowing include Alabama and Joel, along with Parkdale. These are not gated enclaves with their own clubhouses — they're organizing names for sections of the broader Lehigh Acres grid, each with slightly different mixes of established homes and new builds. Because inventory is thin across the area, it pays to look at several of these pockets together rather than fixating on one name.
When you're comparing communities here, focus on the specifics of each lot and home rather than the neighborhood label: distance to the main arterial roads, how much new construction is nearby, and the age and condition of neighboring homes. Browsing the live map is the fastest way to see how listings cluster and where the new builds are concentrated.
Homes for sale in Richmond: prices and housing
The current market is small and accessible. There are 15 active listings with a median list price of $345,000, spanning from about $235,000 at the entry end to $529,900 at the top. The average price per square foot is $222, and the median home size is 1,555 square feet — numbers that keep Richmond firmly in affordable territory for Lee County.
New construction is a defining feature of this market: 7 of the 15 active listings are brand-new homes, so buyers have an unusually strong chance to purchase something never lived in. Three active listings include a private pool. There are no waterfront, gated, golf, 55+, or million-dollar listings currently active here, which reinforces Richmond's identity as a straightforward single-family neighborhood rather than an amenity-driven one.
On carrying costs, the picture is favorable. There's no median HOA fee recorded, and median property tax is roughly $1,943 per year. Over the last 12 months, 30 homes sold at a median price of $329,900, with sellers averaging 100% of asking — but the median 102 days on market tells you homes take time to move, so patient, prepared buyers can still negotiate effectively.
Schools in Richmond
Richmond is served by Lee County public schools, and the assigned schools most commonly associated with this area include Sunshine Elementary School, Harns Marsh Elementary School, and Tortuga Preserve Elementary School at the elementary level. At the middle-school level, addresses here most often feed into Harns Marsh Middle School, Varsity Lakes Middle School, or Oak Hammock Middle School.
School assignments in Lehigh Acres can vary significantly from block to block, and Lee County uses a choice-based enrollment system in addition to proximity zoning. That makes it essential to verify the exact assigned schools for any specific address rather than assuming based on the neighborhood name.
Before you make an offer, confirm the current zoning and any choice-program options directly with the School District of Lee County. If schools are a priority in your search, build that verification into your decision early, since it can meaningfully affect which listings make your shortlist.
Getting around Richmond
Richmond is an inland neighborhood, and like the rest of Lehigh Acres it's built around a wide grid of residential streets that feed onto the area's main arterials. Daily driving is the norm here — this is a car-dependent community, so plan on a vehicle for errands, commuting, and school runs.
The broader Lehigh Acres road network connects to major routes heading west toward Fort Myers and the Interstate 75 corridor, which is the main artery for reaching employment centers, shopping, and the coast. Specific drive times from Richmond aren't available in our data, so if commute length matters to you, test-drive your likely route at the time of day you'd actually travel.
Within the neighborhood itself, the grid layout keeps local trips simple and predictable. Buyers coming from denser cities often find the open, low-traffic streets a welcome change, provided they're comfortable with the longer drives that come with an inland location.
Is Richmond a good place to live?
Richmond is a strong fit for buyers who prioritize affordability, space, and the option of new construction over shared amenities and short commutes. With a median list price of $345,000, no HOA fees, and property taxes around $1,943 a year, the cost of ownership is genuinely low for the region. The presence of 7 new-construction homes among just 15 active listings is a real advantage for anyone who wants something move-in ready.
The trade-offs are honest ones. There's no waterfront, golf, gating, or 55+ product here, and it's a car-dependent, inland location, so buyers wanting walkability or resort-style living should look elsewhere. The median 102 days on market also signals a slower-moving market — good for negotiating buyers, but a reminder to price and plan carefully if you ever sell.
On balance, Richmond rewards practical buyers. If your priorities are a reasonably priced single-family home — ideally a new build — with low monthly costs and room to breathe, this neighborhood deserves a close look. Pair the current listings on the live map with a drive through the surrounding Lehigh Acres pockets to find the right combination of home, lot, and price.
On the market now
Homes for sale in Richmond
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$349,900
2614 27TH ST W, LEHIGH ACRES
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,030 sqft
$324,000
566 WOODVIEW DR, LEHIGH ACRES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,532 sqft
$349,400$349,900
2801 FLORA AVENUE N, LEHIGH ACRES
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,492 sqft
$279,995$284,995
1822 YOAKUM STREET, LEHIGH ACRES
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,757 sqft
$239,500
106 JASMINE ROAD W, LEHIGH ACRES
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 965 sqft
$415,000$425,000
405 POINSETTIA AVENUE, LEHIGH ACRES
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,441 sqft
$424,900
609 CLAYTON AVENUE, LEHIGH ACRES
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,065 sqft
$430,990$439,990
1016 STATE AVENUE, LEHIGH ACRES
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,002 sqft
$394,900
1113 HENRY AVENUE, LEHIGH ACRES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,800 sqft
$315,000
2713 8TH STREET W, LEHIGH ACRES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,596 sqft
$345,000
2715 10TH STREET W, LEHIGH ACRES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,493 sqft
$345,000$360,000
503 10 STREET W, LEHIGH ACRES
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,555 sqft
Every active listing inside the Richmond boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Richmond market
30
Sold, last 12 months
$329,900
Median sold price
100%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
42 days
Median time to sell
Richmond vs Lehigh Acres
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 5.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Richmond boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Richmond is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Richmond home
≈ $2,190/mo
$345,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,800/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
18,483
Median age
38
Median income
$73,830
Median home value
$267,464
Beyond the listings
Living in Richmond
Active
Top 24% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Food & Drink
Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Entertainment
Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Beliefs
Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Food & Drink
Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Straight answers
Richmond FAQs
Is Richmond a good place to live?+
Richmond works well for buyers who want an affordable, low-density residential setting within Lehigh Acres. You won't find gated amenities or waterfront here, but you will find larger lots, new homes, and no HOA dues. It's a practical choice for first-time buyers and families prioritizing space over frills.
Is Richmond expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable parts of Lee County. The median list price is $345,000 and homes run from about $235,000 to $529,900, with property taxes around $1,943 a year and no HOA on record.
What do homes cost in Richmond?+
The median list price is $345,000, and homes sell for a median of $329,900 based on 30 sales over the last 12 months. At an average of $222 per square foot on a median 1,555-square-foot home, pricing stays accessible compared with much of Southwest Florida.
How is the market in Richmond right now?+
There are 15 active listings, and sellers have been getting 100% of asking on average. That said, the median 102 days on market means homes aren't flying off the shelf — buyers who do their homework have room to negotiate on the right property.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no median HOA fee recorded for Richmond, which is typical of this part of Lehigh Acres where most homes sit on individual lots. Median property tax is about $1,943 per year, keeping overall ownership costs low.
What schools serve Richmond?+
Assigned schools most commonly include Sunshine Elementary School area options along with Harns Marsh Elementary, Tortuga Preserve Elementary, and middle schools Harns Marsh Middle, Varsity Lakes Middle, and Oak Hammock Middle. Because zoning can vary block by block, confirm the exact assigned school for any specific address with the Lee County school district before you buy.
Is there new construction in Richmond?+
Yes — new construction is a major part of this market, with 7 of the 15 active listings being brand-new homes. That gives buyers a genuine choice between move-in-ready new builds and more established resale homes.
Can I rent in Richmond instead of buying?+
Rentals exist here, with a median rent around $1,800 per month. Given the entry-level purchase prices and low taxes, many buyers find the math favors owning if they plan to stay more than a few years.
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