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988 Whelk Dr, Sanibel, FL, 33957

$1,900,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
1,890 SqFt
$1,005/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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988 Whelk Dr, Sanibel$1,900,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$10,000*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1971
HeatingCentral, Electric
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
WaterfrontCanal, Navigable Water
ViewCanal
Private PoolYes
MLS #224034640
Lot Size0.23 Acres
StatusActive

About 988 Whelk Dr

Welcome Home; where Neighbors become Fast Friends! PICTURE THIS: A Heavenly Escape from Old Man Winter this Christmas -- Walk amongst the peaceful and tropical Luminary Lined Streets, Progressive Dinner Party w/ Life Long Residents who become like family. HAVE IT ALL! The house, direct gulf access, the BEST location, the PERFECT neighbors AND Private Deeded Beach Access (with Parking/Boardwalk) Exclusive to Shell Harbor Residents for Only $70/Year! Three Minute WALK to the Private Beach! Two Minute (WALK) to the Sanibel Causeway! EASY BREEZY ON AND OFF ISLAND ACCESS! Direct Gulf Access - Three Minutes to Open Water! One of the Most Coveted Streets and Communities on all of Sanibel Island! This Sweet 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Pool/Spa Home Checks all of the Boxes! Adorned with Curated Designer Finishes, Remodeled Chef's Kitchen, Bathrooms, New Boat Lift with Remote Control, a Tropical Oasis Surround there is nothing to do! Cool off in your Large Pool w/ Overflowing Hot tub just Off the Family Room Wall of French Doors. Entire Home is PGT impact doors and windows. Quick Access to Bay and Beach with the Ultra Luxurious Shelling and Sand to Call Home!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch, One Story
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,890 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: DomainRealty.com LLC
  • Office Phone: (239) 301-4301
  • Listing Agent: Amy Summerlot

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
  • Interior: Breakfast Area, Bathtub, Entrance Foyer, Family/Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Separate Shower, Split Bedrooms

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Waterfront: Canal, Navigable Water
  • View: Canal
  • Exterior: Security/High Impact Doors, Sprinkler/Irrigation

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers
  • Lot Size: 0.23 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Cypress Lake High School, Public Magnet Grades 9-12
  • South Fort Myers High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Estero High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • The Sanibel School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Heights Elementary School, Public Magnet Grades PK-5

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,900,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $1,005/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $10,424
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Sanibel, FL

City

Med. Sold Price

$980K

Med. Price/SqFt

$524

Avg. Days On Market

86

# of Sold Homes

30

988 Whelk Dr vs Sanibel

15 DAYS ON ROCKET

-71 Days

$1,900,000

+$920K More

$1,005/SqFt

+$480 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $920K more than the Median Sold Price and $480/SqFt more than other homes in Sanibel, FL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: SWFL
  • MLS Number: #224034640

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: DomainRealty.com LLC
  • Office Phone: (239) 301-4301
  • Listing Agent: Amy Summerlot

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Feb 28, 2014Home Sold
$1,035,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$10,424$696,874
2019$10,718$713,026
2018$11,009$719,481
2017$11,409$729,973

History based on county public records data.

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$9,550

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$5,763

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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9
/10

  • The Sanibel School

  • 3840 Sanibel Captiva Rd

  • 4.82 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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7
/10

  • Heights Elementary School

  • 15200 Alexandria Ct

  • 8.70 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-5

High School

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4
/10

  • Cypress Lake High School

  • 6750 Panther Ln

  • 10.66 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades 9-12

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2
/10

  • South Fort Myers High School

  • 14020 Plantation Rd

  • 13.27 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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3
/10

  • Estero High School

  • 21900 River Ranch Rd

  • 15.06 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $76,119. Residents of Sanibel, FL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently Asked Questions About 988 Whelk Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 988 Whelk Dr property is $1,900,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 988 Whelk Dr is a house located in Sanibel, Florida, 33957.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 988 Whelk Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 988 Whelk Dr are:
The Sanibel School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Heights Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Cypress Lake High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
South Fort Myers High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Estero High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $10,424 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on February 28, 2014 for $1,035,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 988 Whelk Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 988 Whelk Dr is 1,890 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 988 Whelk Dr is 1971.

Rocket Homes›Florida›Lee County›Sanibel›33957›988 Whelk Dr

This home is located at 988 Whelk Dr in Sanibel, FL and zip code 33957. This 1,890 square foot home, which was built in 1971, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 15, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,900,000.

In March 2024 more than 0 listings in Sanibel, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 30 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Sanibel, FL increased by 6.3% between February 2024 and March 2024. The median list price of listings available in March 2024 was $980,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 86 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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