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San Carlos Park, FL

San Carlos Park is a census-designated place (CDP) in Lee County, Florida, United States. The population was 18,563 at the 2020 census, up from 16,824 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area.

San Carlos Park is located in south-central Lee County at 26°28′28″N 81°48′56″W (26.474458, -81.815467). It is an unincorporated community, bordered to the south by the village of Estero and to the east by the Three Oaks CDP. U.S. Route 41 forms the western edge of San Carlos Park, leading north 13 miles (21 km) to Fort Myers, the county seat, and south through Estero and Bonita Springs 22 miles (35 km) to Naples.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the San Carlos Park CDP has a total area of 5.0 square miles (12.9 km²), of which 4.7 square miles (12.2 km²) are land and 0.2 square miles (0.6 km²), or 4.93%, are water. The land in the CDP drains west via Mullock Creek to Estero Bay, an estuary connected to the Gulf of Mexico.

The median household income was $45,870 and the median family income was $48,740. Males had a median income of $31,768 versus $25,541 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $19,022. About 6.1% of families and 8.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.8% of those under age 18 and 7.2% of those age 65 or over.

Health and wellness are integral to the San Carlos Park community, and the local healthcare infrastructure is crucial. Lee Health operates several medical facilities in the area, ensuring residents have access to comprehensive healthcare services. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Orlando, Grande Lakes offers a luxurious retreat with a range of treatments including massages, facials, and body therapies. The Breakers Palm Beach is situated in Palm Beach, this historic resort features a lavish spa offering ocean-inspired treatments, wellness programs, and beauty services. Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach boasts a stunning design and a wide array of services such as massages, body scrubs, and hydrotherapy. Waldorf Astoria Spa, Boca Raton offers a tranquil setting with personalized treatments, relaxation lounges, and a full-service salon. The Spa at Naples Grande provides a peaceful atmosphere with services like massages, facials, and body wraps, along with a private outdoor meditation lounge.

The top Sites in San Carlos Park, FL: Mound House, Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium, Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium.

Population: 18,563 (2020). ZIP Codes: 33912. Area codes: 239. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Area: 4.97 sq mi (12.87 km²).

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What makes San Carlos Park, FL popular?

Located between Fort Myers and Bonita Springs in Lee County Florida San Carlos Park is a census-designated place.  It offers plenty of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy ranging from golf courses to beaches along the Gulf Coast. The town also hosts an annual celebration commemorating local culture through food music dance art and more often referred to as “The Real Taste of San Carlos” Festival each winter season making it attractive to those looking for something different than what Ft Myers has to offer!

What is the cost of living in San Carlos Park, FL?

The cost of living in San Carlos Park, FL is quite affordable. The median home value is $191,900 which is much lower than the national median of $226,800. The cost of renting a one-bedroom apartment is around $1,000 and utilities are fairly reasonable as well. Groceries are also relatively cheap in comparison to other parts of the country. Overall, San Carlos Park has a very low cost of living which makes it an attractive place for families and individuals who want to live near Fort Myers without breaking the bank.

What is the history of San Carlos Park, FL?

Brothers Jules & Jack Freeman established San Carlos Park in 1953 in hopes of providing low-cost homes for the middle class. The Freeman group purchased their land from the Koreshan Unity, which gave them almost 250 acres for under $3,000. When they acquired the land in Estero, Florida, they found that it was in the middle of nowhere, with the county seat, Fort Myers, Florida, being over 20 miles away. In the 1970s, the Freemans drilled down into the ground and hit a spring, this spring would become a local attraction located at the San Carlos Park arches. Later on in the mid-1970s the Freeman group would go on to begin construction of their next community Three Oaks, Florida.

Sources

Lee County

Wikipedia

Lee Health

Ritz-Carlton Sp

Breakers Palm Beach

Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Waldorf Astoria Spa, Boca Raton

The Spa at Naples Grande

Mound House

Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium

Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium

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