s Hello I am a host in fort myer
the laws vary depending on where you buy. An HOA community will have it own rules and regulation. Any property on fort Myers beach or Bonita beach has restrictions. A home though outside of those can be rented at owners discretion but if it is rented and the owner is not living on property then your property taxes are much higher and you are not granted a homestead exemption on the property. Only full time year round residents get that exemption
As far as the area you are looking for some are HOA and some are not so ask. Market is high here right now also I highly recommend waiting to purchase until after May has prices go way down for things not sold through season.