Portofino Cove is a resort-style apartment community in Fort Myers, Florida, offering one, two, and three-bedroom residences with modern finishes and extensive amenities. Built in 2019, the community blends contemporary interiors with lush landscaping and lifestyle-focused common areas.

Portofino Cove is located at 4160 Ambrosia Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33916, in the Omni–Heritage Palms/Westwood area. The location provides quick access to Colonial Boulevard, I-75, and nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations across Fort Myers.

The community offers a variety of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, with home sizes starting around 770–798 square feet and going up to over 1,300 square feet. Multiple named floor plans (such as Allegro, Harmony, Melody, and Symphony) allow residents to choose layouts that match their lifestyle and space needs.

Apartments at Portofino Cove feature open layouts, air conditioning, well-equipped kitchens with granite countertops, refrigerators, and dishwashers, plus many homes with in-unit washers and dryers. Select floor plans also include private patios or balconies and wood-style flooring, enhancing both comfort and style.

Portofino Cove offers a resort-style pool with sundeck, a 24-hour fitness center, volleyball court, clubhouse, business center, picnic and BBQ area, and on-site parking. These amenities are designed to support work, wellness, and social time without leaving the community.

Yes, Portofino Cove is pet-friendly and welcomes both cats and dogs. Residents may have up to two pets per apartment, with a maximum weight of 50 pounds per pet, a one-time pet fee of $350 per pet, and monthly pet rent of $20 per pet, subject to community pet policies and any breed restrictions.

Recent pricing shows one-bedroom apartments starting around $1,347, two-bedrooms from approximately $1,455, and three-bedrooms from about $1,697, with rents generally ranging up to the low $2,500s depending on floor plan and lease term. The community has also promoted limited-time specials such as one-bedrooms advertised at $1,199 with two months free for qualified move-in dates, so checking current offers online or with the leasing team is recommended.

Applicants typically complete standard rental screening, including income, credit, and background checks. Expect an application fee of about $100 per applicant and an administrative fee around $150 per home, along with a security deposit that varies by unit and screening results.

The leasing office is generally open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Prospective residents can schedule a tour by calling the leasing office, submitting a contact form on the Portofino Cove website, or using tour request options available on major apartment listing sites.

Portofino Cove is in the Lee County School District and is generally served by schools such as Colonial Elementary School, Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School, and Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School, with additional zoned schools depending on the specific address and grade level. Families often appreciate the combination of apartment living and convenient access to these local schools.

The community is approximately 10.4 miles (about 17 minutes) from Southwest Florida International Airport and roughly 29 miles (about 36 minutes) from Punta Gorda Airport. Portofino Cove is also near Edison Mall’s LeeTran bus station and major corridors, making commuting and local travel relatively convenient in this car-dependent area.

Residents can expect a “resort-style” lifestyle with a focus on leisure, fitness, and social connection, supported by amenities like the pool, fitness center, clubhouse, and volleyball court. The community’s mix of modern interiors, everyday conveniences, and frequent move-in specials appeals to renters seeking value and comfort in a central Fort Myers location.