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$1,849,000
5 Days On Site

979 Whelk Drive
Sanibel, FL 33957

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
3
Full Baths
0
Partial Baths
2,072
SqFt
$892
/SqFt
1969
Built
Subdivision:
SHELL HARBOR
County:
Lee

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Situated on an oversized lot at the end of a sea-walled canal, this completely remodeled home in Sanibel's Shell Harbor is the perfect beach & boating retreat. This home features a dock, boat lift, and a short jaunt to one of Sanibel's best private deeded beach accesses. The interior features a spectacular kitchen with beautiful white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and marble counters. It also has updated bathrooms, beautiful terrazzo flooring, and an open floor plan. The entire home exudes the coastal modern feel with soft paint colors, white barn doors, shaker doors and cabinets, and window treatments. The custom bunk beds add extra room for young guests. New impact windows capture the views of the beautiful landscaping and long canal views where boats and kayaks float by. This house is scheduled to be elevated 11 feet above its original foundation in the spring of 2025. Supported by robust, newly constructed concrete pilings, the house will display a sense of modern resilience while retaining its original charm. The increased height will offer sweeping views of the surrounding area, including glimpses of the distant water and nearby streets that were once hidden from view. Underneath the raised structure, the newly created space will offer both practical and potential benefits, with a large area for parking, storage, or landscaping that seamlessly blends with the rest of the property. The elevation will not only protect the house from potential flooding but also bring a fresh perspective to its surroundings. It will enhance the property’s overall appeal while making a clear statement about its ability to withstand the challenges of its location.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,849,000
Days On Site 
5 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,072 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.384 Acres
Year Built 
1969
MLS® Number 
224098734
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$19,112
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Appraiser
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
5 days agoListing first seen on site
6 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.384
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
North
Disclosures 
Owner Has Flood Insurance, Seller Disclosure
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
AttachedDrivewayGarageUnpavedGarage Door Opener
Pets 
Yes
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
3297
Style 
Ranch, One Story
Utilities 
Cable Available
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DryerDishwasherDisposalIce MakerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher
Cooling 
Central AirCeiling Fan(s)Electric
Flooring 
TerrazzoTile
Furnished 
Unfurnished
Heating 
CentralElectric
Interior 
Breakfast BarEntrance FoyerPantryWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Inside
Spa 
Yes
Window Features 
Window Coverings
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BlockConcreteStucco
Lot Features 
Corner LotIrregular LotWaterfront
Patio And Porch 
PatioPorch
Pool Features 
Electric HeatHeatedIn GroundPrivate
Private Pool 
Yes
Roof 
Tile
Spa 
Yes
Spa Features 
In Ground
View 
Canal
Waterfront Features 
Canal AccessNavigable WaterSeawall
Waterview 
Canal
Windows/Doors 
Window Coverings
Community Features
Association Amenities 
Beach RightsBeach Access
Association Dues 
100
Financing Terms Available 
Cash
HOA Fee Frequency 
Annually
MLS Area 
SI01 - Sanibel Island
Roads 
Paved
Listing courtesy of Pfeifer Realty Group LLC


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