FORT MYERS, Fl. – GCG Construction and Abel Construction Company are preparing to break ground on Estero Oaks Retail Center, a new 14,000-square-foot neighborhood retail development located at 9995 Estero Oaks Drive in South Fort Myers.
The project is being developed through a partnership between principals of GCG Construction and Abel Construction Company and will be constructed on a 1.53-acre site within the larger 36-acre Estero Oaks mixed-use development. Designed to accommodate restaurant, retail, medical, and service-oriented tenants, the center will feature flexible suite sizes ranging from approximately 1,600 to 2,160 square feet.
One of the project’s most significant milestones is that all major development approvals have been secured, including the Development Order and building permits, allowing construction to commence immediately following closing.
“Estero Oaks is an exciting opportunity to bring new retail and dining options to one of the fastest-growing areas in Lee County,” said Lerin Byrd, President of GCG Construction. “With approvals in place and construction ready to begin, we’re looking forward to delivering a high-quality project that serves the surrounding community and supports continued growth in the Estero corridor.”
The property is strategically located near Florida Gulf Coast University and within close proximity to expanding residential communities, healthcare providers, and major employment centers. Existing and planned uses within the broader Estero Oaks development include multifamily residential, self-storage, convenience retail, and the Southwest Florida Proton Center, the Gulf Coast’s first proton beam therapy treatment facility.
Construction is expected to begin this summer, with leasing efforts currently underway.
