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Sell Your Land

Protect Wildlife While Receiving Value for Your Property

Not every landowner is in a position to donate property outright. A conservation sale allows you to receive fair value for your property while permanently protecting important wildlife habitat.


By selling your land to the Cape Coral Wildlife Trust, you're helping preserve the places where Burrowing Owls, Gopher Tortoises, and other native wildlife continue to thrive. Whether you own one residential lot or multiple properties, your conservation sale creates a lasting legacy for Cape Coral's natural heritage.

How The Conservation Sale Works

 Selling your land through a conservation sale is easier than you may think.

 Our team will guide you through every step of the process, making it simple 

to protect wildlife while receiving value for your property. 


📞 Contact Cape Coral Wildlife Trust

Tell us about your property and your conservation goals.


📍 Property Evaluation

Our team reviews your property to determine whether it supports the Trust's conservation mission and discusses potential purchase options with you.


📄 Complete the Conservation Sale

If the property is a good fit, we'll work with you to complete the purchase through a simple, transparent process.

 

🦉 Protect Wildlife Forever

Your property becomes permanently protected habitat, helping preserve Cape Coral's Burrowing Owls, Gopher Tortoises, and other native wildlife for generations to come. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at [email protected] if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Most vacant residential lots and other properties in Cape Coral may qualify if they support the Trust's conservation mission. Contact us to discuss your property. 


Each property is unique. Our team evaluates conservation value, location, and available funding to determine whether a conservation purchase is possible. 


Yes. Unlike a land donation, a conservation sale allows qualified property owners to receive payment while helping permanently protect wildlife habitat. 


The timeline varies depending on the property, available funding, and due diligence. Our team will keep you informed throughout the process. 


Yes. Many landowners choose to sell multiple properties that help expand connected wildlife habitat throughout Cape Coral. 


Depending on the property and conservation goals, partial acquisitions may be possible. Contact us to discuss your specific situation. . 


Contact the Cape Coral Wildlife Trust to discuss your property. We're happy to answer questions, explain the process, and determine whether your property may be a good fit. 


Protect Wildlife While Receiving Value for Your Property

A conservation sale allows you to receive fair value for qualifying property while permanently protecting the natural habitats that make Cape Coral unique. Your decision helps preserve land for Burrowing Owls, Gopher Tortoises, and other native wildlife while creating a lasting conservation legacy for future generations. 


 Because every property is unique, we encourage you to discuss your conservation goals and property with our team to determine whether a conservation sale may be the right option. 

Contact Us About Selling Your Land

Helpful Resources

These trusted resources provide additional information about conservation land transactions, property valuation, and wildlife protection.


These resources can help you better understand conservation sales, property appraisals,

 and the protection of important wildlife habitat.


Because every property is unique, we encourage you to consult your financial, legal, or real estate advisor before completing a conservation sale. 


IRS Charitable Contributions

General IRS information about charitable giving and potential tax considerations

 related to conservation transactions.


Appraisal Institute

Learn about professional property appraisals and how real estate is 

valued for conservation and other transactions.


Lee County Property Appraiser

Access parcel information, property records, ownership history, 

and assessed values for Lee County properties.


Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)

Information about Florida's protected wildlife, habitat conservation, 

and regulations affecting native species.


Land Trust Alliance

Learn how conservation organizations work with landowners to 

permanently protect important wildlife habitat.


National Association of REALTORS®

Information about buying, selling, and transferring real estate 

while working with qualified real estate professionals.

 

IRS Publication 561 – Determining the Value of Donated Property

Guidance on determining fair market value and understanding professional property valuation principles.


Cape Coral Wildlife Trust

PO Box 152624, Cape Coral, FL 33915

239-980-2593 or [email protected]

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