Set on 4.55 acres at the very end of West Gulf Drive, known as Sanibel's prestigious Gold Coast, on a private cul-de-sac, this extraordinary beachfront estate offers 245 ft of direct Beach & Gulf frontage, exceptional privacy, and a caliber of craftsmanship rarely seen anywhere in SWFL. Built without compromise, and running parallel to the sunset, allowing the home to capture Sanibel’s legendary Gulf views & Sunsets. A rare legacy estate. Encompassing nearly 20,000 SF with 6 bedrooms, a private office, 6.5 baths, and white-sand beach & water views from every room. Grand in scale yet livable, conceived as a multigenerational coastal retreat, suited for intimate family life, extended guest stays, and entertaining. Professionally decorated & furnished, a reflection of craftsmanship. The great room is dramatic and refined, anchored by 3 custom Barlas Baylar chandeliers, a hand-carved Calacatta marble fireplace mantel, herringbone hickory floors, mahogany ceiling beams with integrated surround sound, and concealed air systems preserving clean architectural lines. A full-length illuminated bar with underlit crystal counters brings the ambiance of a private five-star lounge, while integrated Crestron & Lutron systems provide sophisticated control of lighting, media, comfort, and shade. A Chef’s kitchen & separate service kitchen are outfitted with Thermador Pro Appliances, custom cabinetry, designer hardware, and a full butler’s pantry, ideal for private chef service & entertaining. An elevator provides seamless access across levels, while a dumbwaiter offers discreet convenience for household needs. Custom hand-crafted doors highlight the home’s attention to detail. Built to exceptional standards, the residence features a copper roof w/ matching copper gutters, $1.4M in Hartman windows & doors, and full hurricane shutters for an exceptional level of coastal protection. The Primary Wing offers 2 Gulf-front suites and office. The primary suite features a fireplace, private balcony overlooking the Gulf, direct beach access, a morning kitchen, advanced security features, and an exceptional bath w/ indoor & outdoor showers, a steam shower, an extraordinary walk-in wardrobe, dedicated laundry, Toto toilets in every bathroom. Guest accommodations are designed to provide comfort & privacy, including a 3rd-level suite with breathtaking views of Sanibel’s celebrated sunsets. Beyond its principal living spaces, the home offers scale to have a private gym, spa, game room, and lifestyle spaces tailored to multigenerational living & extended guest stays. Outdoor living rivals a luxury resort, w/ a beachfront pool & spa, lap pool, outdoor kitchen, lounge pavilion with reclaimed wood & fireplace, and a beachside putting green. Additional lot separately available, offering the opportunity to expand or create a private compound. Framed by palms, Gulf breezes, and the sound of waves, this ultra-private residence is one of the most significant estates in Florida.
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Price cut: $2.1M (5/27)
$24,950,000
4405 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
6beds
10,183sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2017
4.55 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$2,450/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Professionally decorated and furnishedDirect beach accessPrivate gymOutdoor kitchenPrivate officeCustom hand-crafted doorsBeachside putting green
- 145 days |
- 4,040 |
- 206 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mike Darda 239-256-3733,
Compass Florida LLC,
Andrew Darda 239-291-4473,
Compass Florida LLC
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS,MLS#: 2026012050
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf Coast
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf CoastFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Den, Exercise Room, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Office, Other, Recreation, Screened Porch, Great Room
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Separate Ice Machine, Trash Compactor, Wine Cooler, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Tub
Features
- Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Bidet, Built-in Features, Bathtub, Tray Ceiling(s), Closet Cabinetry, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Dual Sinks, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, Handicap Access, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Multiple Shower Heads, Custom Mirrors, Bathroom, Den, Exercise Room, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Office, Other, Recreation, Screened Porch, Great Room
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Casement Window(s), Sliding, Transom Window(s), Impact Glass, Shutters, Window Coverings
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Outside
Interior area
- Total structure area: 15,329
- Total interior livable area: 10,183 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Paved, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Deck, Lanai, Open, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Security/High Impact Doors, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower, Patio, Storage, Shutters Electric, Water Feature
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Concrete, Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Pool Equipment, Screen Enclosure, Salt Water, Outside Bath Access, Pool/Spa Combo
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Gas Heat, Gunite, In Ground, Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course, Gulf, Landscaped, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Gulf,Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Front, Gulf
Lot
- Size: 4.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 211 x 440 x 245 x 386
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Oversized Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 294622T100006.0040
- Lease amount: $0
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Concrete, Stone
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised
- Roof: Metal,Rolled/Hot Mop
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet Available, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Non-Gated
- Security: Burglar Alarm (Monitored), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Condo and coop fee: $0
- Membership fee: $0
- Subdivision: METES AND BOUNDS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Beach Rights, Beach Access, Fitness Center, None, Pool, Putting Green(s)
- Services included: Other
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,450/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $15,127,015
- Annual tax amount: $168,918
- Date on market: 3/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 146 days
- Listing terms: All Financing Considered,Cash
- Ownership: Single Family
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $24,950,000-7.6%$2,450/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2026012050 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $27,000,000-28.9%$2,651/sqft |
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2026012050 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2024 | Listing removed | $38,000,000$3,732/sqft |
Source:  Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2240280 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $38,000,000+985.7%$3,732/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2240280 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2014 | Listing removed | $3,500,000$344/sqft |
Source: Phaidra McDermott #2131045 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2013 | Price change | $3,500,000-56.2%$344/sqft |
Source: Phaidra McDermott #2131045 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2013 | Price change | $7,998,000+128.5%$785/sqft |
Source: Phaidra McDermott #2131045 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2013 | Price change | $3,500,000-56.2%$344/sqft |
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| 11/6/2013 | Price change | $7,998,000+128.5%$785/sqft |
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| 10/22/2013 | Price change | $3,500,000-56.2%$344/sqft |
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| 6/19/2013 | Listed for sale | $7,998,000+247.7%$785/sqft |
Source: Phaidra McDermott #2131045 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2012 | Listing removed | $2,300,000$226/sqft |
Source: VIP Realty #2110414 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000-30.3%$226/sqft |
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| 2/10/2012 | Sold | $3,300,000+43.5%$324/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2011 | Price change | $2,300,000-50%$226/sqft |
Source: VIP Realty #2110414 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2010 | Listed for sale | $4,600,000-20.7%$452/sqft |
Source: Pfeifer Realty Group LLC #201053754 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2005 | Sold | $5,800,000+176.2%$570/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2004 | Sold | $2,100,000$206/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $168,918 +2.9% | $10,023,200 -11.3% |
| 2024 | $164,177 -24.2% | $11,297,000 -22.7% |
| 2023 | $216,612 +19.3% | $14,609,657 +10% |
| 2022 | $181,615 +49.3% | $13,281,506 +55.1% |
| 2021 | $121,670 +0.1% | $8,565,266 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $121,541 -0.9% | $8,447,008 -1.3% |
| 2019 | $122,662 | $8,557,235 +3.1% |
| 2018 | $122,662 -0.2% | $8,300,827 +245.9% |
| 2017 | $122,944 +237.2% | $2,400,000 |
| 2016 | $36,456 -1.7% | $2,400,000 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $37,100 -1.5% | $2,370,816 |
| 2014 | $37,668 +0.1% | $2,370,816 +10.8% |
| 2013 | $37,647 +20.1% | $2,139,464 +12.6% |
| 2012 | $31,358 +2.4% | $1,899,597 +4% |
| 2011 | $30,617 -3.1% | $1,827,255 -0.7% |
| 2010 | $31,605 -16.1% | $1,840,070 -19.6% |
| 2009 | $37,648 -1% | $2,289,880 -5.4% |
| 2007 | $38,019 -3.8% | $2,420,110 +1.4% |
| 2006 | $39,532 +16.8% | $2,385,670 +31.2% |
| 2004 | $33,845 -0.4% | $1,818,120 -0.1% |
| 2003 | $33,994 -6.3% | $1,820,510 -4.4% |
| 2002 | $36,291 | $1,905,290 +222.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $590,300 |
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Neighborhood: 33957
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10The Sanibel SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Cypress Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 15.8 mi
- 2/10South Fort Myers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 18.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: THE SANIBEL SCHOOL
- Middle: THE SANIBEL SCHOOL
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.
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