Behind the private gates of West Gulf Drive's only gated community and just across the street from the convenient deeded beach accesses is the coveted near-beach community of Butterknife. Backing up to a preserve with serene views this truly unique home boasts Spanish revival architecture in an idyllic near beach setting. The grand living room boasts two-story cathedral ceilings, fireplace, a view of a garden out front and the beautiful pool area out back. The large kitchen overlooks the preserve and the unique dining room was designed with a natural flair. The grand staircase leads up to the primary suite with large footprint, office, and bathroom with stunning preserve views. The large pool deck features a linear pool running perpendicular to the house with a hot tub and plenty of room for entertaining. A new Brava composite Spanish tile roof was just installed. The home was affected by Hurricane Ian and has been remediated down to the studs. This is an opportunity to rebuild a near-beach masterpiece.
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$1,444,000
2228 Starfish Ln, Sanibel, FL 33957
3beds
3,977sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
0.61 Acres Lot
$1,431,400 Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$6,230 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,431,400
$1.27M - $1.60M
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Listed by:
Jeffrey Burns 239-464-2984,
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty,
Tiffany Burns 239-464-2984,
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with:
Jeffrey Burns, 280595636
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS,MLS#: 223055181
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf Coast
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf CoastFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Other, Screened Porch
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Fireplace, Living/Dining Room, See Remarks, Den, Other, Screened Porch
- Flooring: Other
- Windows: Sliding
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,834
- Total interior livable area: 3,977 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Lanai, Open, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Other
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Landscaped
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 354622T201900.0210
- Lease amount: $0
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Spanish,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Stucco, Wood Frame
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Condo and coop fee: $0
- Membership fee: $0
- Subdivision: BUTTERKNIFE
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Rights, Beach Access, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Management
- Services included: Association Management, Legal/Accounting, Recreation Facilities
- HOA phone: 239-472-5020
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $363/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $706,946
- Annual tax amount: $21,366
- Date on market: 8/1/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 196 days
- Listing terms: All Financing Considered,Cash
- Ownership: Single Family
- Contingency: Financing
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/13/2024 | Sold | $1,444,000-3.4%$363/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #223055181 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2023 | Pending sale | $1,495,000$376/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #223055181 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+35.9%$376/sqft |
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #223055181 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2012 | Sold | $1,100,000-12%$277/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000$314/sqft |
Source: VIP Realty Group,Inc #201105579 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2011 | Listing removed | $1,250,000$314/sqft |
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| 4/3/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000$314/sqft |
Source: VIP Realty Group,Inc #201105579 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2011 | Listing removed | $1,250,000$314/sqft |
Source: VIP Realty Group,Inc #201105579 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+108.3%$314/sqft |
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| 12/16/1997 | Sold | $600,000$151/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,522 -13% | $706,946 -13.5% |
| 2024 | $12,097 +11.8% | $817,465 +12.8% |
| 2023 | $10,820 -49.4% | $724,769 -47.7% |
| 2022 | $21,367 +16.8% | $1,386,910 +10% |
| 2021 | $18,289 +7.6% | $1,260,827 +9% |
| 2020 | $17,003 -0.9% | $1,156,331 -2.3% |
| 2019 | $17,153 | $1,183,786 +14.2% |
| 2018 | $17,153 +9.3% | $1,036,798 -5.7% |
| 2017 | $15,696 -7.7% | $1,099,810 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $17,004 +7.7% | $1,001,917 +2.6% |
| 2015 | $15,787 +1.5% | $976,327 +11.7% |
| 2014 | $15,559 +9.4% | $873,712 +12.4% |
| 2013 | $14,218 +32% | $777,202 +10% |
| 2012 | $10,775 +1.5% | $706,778 -8% |
| 2011 | $10,614 -1% | $767,979 -0.2% |
| 2010 | $10,718 +9.5% | $769,757 -9.3% |
| 2009 | $9,790 +5.9% | $848,830 -35.4% |
| 2007 | $9,243 -2.7% | $1,314,370 +12.4% |
| 2006 | $9,504 -5.3% | $1,168,920 +69.2% |
| 2004 | $10,036 +1.6% | $690,830 +8.7% |
| 2003 | $9,876 +0.5% | $635,490 +14.4% |
| 2002 | $9,829 | $555,510 +10.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $503,870 |
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Neighborhood: 33957
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