Experience the best of island waterfront living at 3608 Rita Lane—offering coveted Direct Gulf access with no bridges and designed for serious boaters, anglers, and those seeking the relaxed Southwest Florida lifestyle. This charming, mostly furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront home is located in one of St. James City’s most desirable boating neighborhoods and combines classic Florida character with valuable upgrades and exceptional marine amenities.
Built with solid block construction and topped with a durable metal roof, this property offers peace of mind, low-maintenance ownership, and the freedom to enjoy island living to the fullest.
The true highlight is outside, where your waterfront setup is ready to go. Enjoy a permitted boathouse, large boat lift, and an expansive walk-around Trex dock complete with water and electric—creating the perfect environment for effortless boating, fishing, entertaining, or simply enjoying life on the canal. If you want to add a pool, there is room in the backyard to design your perfect waterside oasis. With direct Gulf access, your next adventure to Pine Island Sound, outer islands, waterfront restaurants, and world-class fishing grounds is just minutes away.
Inside, the home offers a comfortable, functional layout with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, enhanced by timeless terrazzo flooring throughout, which adds durability and authentic Florida charm. Recent improvements include a new air conditioner and a new water heater, allowing you to move in and start enjoying the property immediately. The mostly furnished interior makes this an easy transition for seasonal use, full-time living, or an investment opportunity.
Additional features continue to set this property apart, including a one-car garage with excellent storage space for tools, fishing gear, and boating essentials, plus a rare 30-amp RV hookup—ideal for guests, extra flexibility, or recreational use.
Best of all—NO HOA, giving you the freedom to store your toys, enjoy your property your way, and fully embrace the waterfront lifestyle without added restrictions or fees.
Whether you're searching for a winter retreat, full-time island residence, or the ultimate boating getaway, 3608 Rita Lane delivers direct Gulf access, outstanding dockage, quality construction, and the laid-back Florida lifestyle buyers dream about.
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$559,900
3608 Rita Ln, Saint James City, FL 33956
2beds
1,194sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$469/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Direct gulf accessLarge boat liftPermitted boathouseNew water heaterDurable metal roofMostly furnished interiorNew air conditioner
- 78 days
- 254
- 7
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Staci Stevens 239-728-1728,
Castaways Island Realty LLC
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS,MLS#: 2026025325
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf Coast
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, RefrigeratorWithIce Maker, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage, Laundry Tub
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Family/Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, None, Window Treatments, Great Room
- Flooring: Terrazzo, Tile
- Windows: Single Hung, Shutters, Window Coverings
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,544
- Total interior livable area: 1,194 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Paved, RV Access/Parking, Two Spaces
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Patio, Room For Pool, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, Mangroves, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,Water
- Waterfront features: Canal Access, Navigable Water, Seawall
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 74 x 112 x 68 x 112
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 024622110000E.0060
- Lease amount: $0
- Zoning description: RS-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Florida,Ranch,One Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Boat Facilities
- Security: None, Smoke Detector(s)
- Condo and coop fee: $0
- Membership fee: $0
- Subdivision: BAYVIEW ACRES
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Saint James City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $469/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $391,706
- Annual tax amount: $4,374
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Listing terms: All Financing Considered,Cash
- Ownership: Single Family
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $559,900+51.3%$469/sqft |
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| 3/27/2020 | Sold | $370,000-7.5%$310/sqft |
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| 2/12/2020 | Pending sale | $399,900$335/sqft |
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| 1/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $399,900$335/sqft |
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| 1/15/2020 | Pending sale | $399,900$335/sqft |
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| 1/6/2020 | Price change | $399,900-5.9%$335/sqft |
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| 10/21/2019 | Price change | $425,000-3.2%$356/sqft |
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| 6/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $439,000+57.9%$368/sqft |
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| 3/12/2010 | Sold | $278,000-3.5%$233/sqft |
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| 2/19/2010 | Listed for sale | $288,000$241/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,374 +4% | $313,716 +70.6% |
| 2024 | $4,207 +72.1% | $183,934 |
| 2023 | $2,445 -40.1% | $183,934 -36% |
| 2022 | $4,084 -1.6% | $287,374 +3% |
| 2021 | $4,151 +29% | $279,004 +28.4% |
| 2020 | $3,217 +0.8% | $217,334 -11.5% |
| 2019 | $3,193 | $245,479 +17.7% |
| 2018 | $3,193 +0.4% | $208,487 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $3,181 +0.2% | $204,199 -9.6% |
| 2016 | $3,174 +1% | $226,007 +5.9% |
| 2015 | $3,143 +5.4% | $213,397 +9.9% |
| 2014 | $2,982 +0.6% | $194,095 -0.4% |
| 2013 | $2,963 -0.5% | $194,901 0% |
| 2012 | $2,979 -17.1% | $194,992 -14.2% |
| 2011 | $3,592 +78.8% | $227,340 +7.3% |
| 2010 | $2,010 +7% | $211,830 -4.9% |
| 2009 | $1,877 +3.9% | $222,730 -19.8% |
| 2008 | $1,808 -3.5% | $277,710 -28.6% |
| 2007 | $1,874 -0.7% | $388,690 -4.3% |
| 2006 | $1,888 -3.5% | $406,310 +56.6% |
| 2004 | $1,956 -1.2% | $259,480 +7% |
| 2003 | $1,979 +16.8% | $242,540 +28.2% |
| 2002 | $1,693 | $189,260 +77.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $106,780 |
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Neighborhood: 33956
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: PINE ISLAND ELEMENTARY
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







