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Two Story, Single Family

896 Limpet DR

SANIBEL , FL 33957

MLS#: 2026008983

$2,395,000

Status: Active
Listing number: 2026008983
Listing provided by: Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 24 days ago
On site: a month ago
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SHELL HARBOR - Residential

Property

Beds

3

Full Baths

3

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1977

Sq.Footage

3,171

Welcome to 896 Limpet Drive, ideally positioned on a wide canal in Sanibel’s highly desirable east-end boating community of Shell Harbor. This property offers direct Gulf access with no bridges, placing world-class fishing, cruising, and island hopping just minutes from your dock. Whether you’re heading out for a sunset cruise or a day offshore, the location provides exceptional boating flexibility right from your backyard. The home features a spacious layout with soaring ceilings, generous living areas, and an open kitchen designed for easy flow and entertaining. The primary suite enjoys elevated privacy along with tranquil water views and access to outdoor living space overlooking the pool area. A new roof adds significant value and peace of mind, providing a strong foundation as you personalize and enhance the interior spaces to your taste. Situated in Shell Harbor, owners enjoy one of Sanibel’s most sought-after waterfront neighborhoods along with convenient beach access. With its direct Gulf access, wide canal setting, and premier east-end location, this property presents a rare opportunity to create your ideal coastal retreat and embrace the very best of the Florida boating lifestyle.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central, Electric, Zoned

  • Pet friendly

    Yes

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Construction Materials

    Block, Stucco

  • Other Exterior Features

    Dock, Balcony, Outdoor Shower

  • Parking

    Garage Door Opener, Paved, Attached

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Screened, Patio

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    Heated, Electric Heat, Screen Enclosure, Private

  • Waterfront YN

    YES

  • View

    Canal

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Waterfront, Cul-De-Sac

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.306

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Two Story, Single Family

Price

  • Sales Price

    $2,395,000

  • Tax Amount

    $12,629

  • Sq. Footage

    3, 171

  • Price/SqFt

    $755

HOA

  • Association

    Yes

  • Association Fee 2

    $100

  • Association Fee 2 Frequency

    Annually

  • Association Fee Includes

    N/A

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Stories

    2

  • Association Amenities

    Beach Access

  • Ownership

    Single Family

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

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Welcome to 896 Limpet Drive, ideally positioned on a wide canal in Sanibel’s highly desirable east-end boating community of Shell Harbor. This property offers direct Gulf access with no bridges, placing world-class fishing, cruising, and island hopping just minutes from your dock. Whether you’re heading out for a sunset cruise or a day offshore, the location provides exceptional boating flexibility right from your backyard. The home features a spacious layout with soaring ceilings, generous living areas, and an open kitchen designed for easy flow and entertaining. The primary suite enjoys elevated privacy along with tranquil water views and access to outdoor living space overlooking the pool area. A new roof adds significant value and peace of mind, providing a strong foundation as you personalize and enhance the interior spaces to your taste. Situated in Shell Harbor, owners enjoy one of Sanibel’s most sought-after waterfront neighborhoods along with convenient beach access. With its direct Gulf access, wide canal setting, and premier east-end location, this property presents a rare opportunity to create your ideal coastal retreat and embrace the very best of the Florida boating lifestyle.

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