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Sold for $1,140,000
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    946 Whelk Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957

    3beds
    2,179sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1976
    0.27 Acres Lot
    $1,138,600 Zestimate®
    $523/sqft
    $7,372 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,138,600

    $1.01M - $1.28M

    $7,372/mo

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    What's special

    Deeded beach accessGranite countertopsSpacious screened pool deckBreathtaking canal viewsSplit floor planHigh-end travertine floorsHigh-end stainless steel appliances
    Experience the ultimate in coastal living with this stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath canal home, beautifully remodeled and located on Sanibel's highly sought-after east end in the Shell Harbor neighborhood. Just a short walk from the beach with deeded beach access and parking, this home offers the perfect combination of tranquility and convenience, with easy access to restaurants, shops, and the causeway. Enjoy breathtaking canal views that stretch into the distance, creating an idyllic backdrop for serene sunrises and sunsets. The home boasts a split floor plan for enhanced privacy, and the chef’s kitchen featuring high-end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an open, inviting layout. The primary suite opens directly onto the pool area, offering a private retreat with seamless access to outdoor living. Multiple sliders throughout the home connect the interior to the spacious screened pool deck, ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. With high-end travertine floors throughout (except in the carpeted bedrooms) and an array of modern upgrades, including a new HVAC system, impact windows, and a completely remodeled interior in 2023, this home is designed for comfort and style. The dock setup is perfect for boating enthusiasts, with two concrete docks (including a patio dock), a boat lift, and over 70 feet of dock length offering quick access to the Sanibel Marina, Gramma Dot’s restaurant and the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the ever-changing activity of the wide, main canal and intersecting canal, where you can spot boaters, kayakers, paddleboarders, and even dolphins and manatees. The home also features a pool, a redesigned deck and pool screen enclosure, and smart-home capabilities with Wi-Fi-enabled HVAC, cameras, washer, dryer, irrigation system, and garage door. An unbeatable location on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home is the epitome of island living. Don't miss your chance to own this spectacular property and experience Sanibel at its finest!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Eric J Pfeifer 239-472-0004,

    Pfeifer Realty Group LLC,

    Marvell Bradley,

    Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

    Bought with:

    Elizabeth Podolsky, 3371668

    Kingfisher Real Estate Inc.

    Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2250955MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Carpet, Porch
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Dbl Sinks, Shower Only, Tile, Walk-In Closet(s)
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Internet Ready, Microwave, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Electric Oven, Washer, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Sink
    Features
    • Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Storage, 8 Ft Ceilings
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tavertine
    • Doors: Sliding Doors, Impact Resistant Doors
    • Windows: Impact Resistant Windows, Shutters, Sliding
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,408
    • Total interior livable area: 2,179 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Double Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: Ground Level
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
    • Exterior features: Boat Lift, Dock, Electric at Dock, Water at Dock
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: In Ground, Caged, Equipment Stays, Private
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Canal
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Canal
    • Waterfront features: Canal Salt, Navigable Water, Seawall, Beach Access, Gulf Access, Canal, Near Beach
    • Frontage length: 98
    Lot
    • Size: 0.27 Acres
    • Features: Bulkhead/Seawall
    Details
    • Parcel number: 204623T4039010320
    • Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Old Florida
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Block, Ground Level, Stucco
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • Year built: 1976

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public, Irrigation System

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Deeded Beach Access, Gulf Access, Restricted Rentals
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Shell Harbor
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $100 annually
    • HOA phone: 239-454-1101
    Location
    • Region: Sanibel

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $523/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,223,624
    • Annual tax amount: $11,319
    • Date on market: 10/15/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 146 days
    • Listing terms: BTF/Cash
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/1/2026Sold$1,140,000-12%$523/sqft
    Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250955 Report a problem
    2/26/2026Pending sale$1,295,000$594/sqft
    Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2025014644 Report a problem
    2/26/2026Contingent$1,295,000$594/sqft
    Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250955 Report a problem
    1/10/2026Price change$1,295,000-7.4%$594/sqft
    Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250955 Report a problem
    10/15/2025Listed for sale$1,399,000-3.5%$642/sqft
    Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2025014644 Report a problem
    6/30/2025Listing removed$1,449,000$665/sqft
    Source: SWFLMLS #224095957 Report a problem
    2/5/2025Price change$1,449,000-6.5%$665/sqft
    Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2240931 Report a problem
    12/4/2024Listed for sale$1,550,000$711/sqft
    Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2240931 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$11,319 +2.7%$795,692 +2.9%
    2024$11,021 +4%$773,267 +3.5%
    2023$10,597 +7.1%$747,035 +3%
    2022$9,897 -3%$725,277 +3%
    2021$10,198 +0.4%$704,152 +1.4%
    2020$10,158 +1.7%$694,430 -29.8%
    2019$9,989 $989,192 +48.5%
    2018$9,989 +0.1%$666,160 +2.1%
    2017$9,976 0%$652,458 -28.1%
    2016$9,980 +0.4%$907,699 +6.6%
    2015$9,938 -1.8%$851,207 +2.2%
    2014$10,119 -0.1%$832,690 +10.4%
    2013$10,134 +1.5%$754,292 +23.7%
    2012$9,981 -16.4%$609,888 -15.2%
    2011$11,941 -1.8%$718,945 +0.4%
    2010$12,162 +4.8%$715,787 -1.1%
    2009$11,610 +0.3%$724,100 +0.3%
    2008$11,574 -18.5%$721,940 -18.5%
    2007$14,194 +10.6%$885,410 +17%
    2006$12,829 +8.3%$756,910 +21.8%
    2004$11,850 +7.6%$621,210 +8.2%
    2003$11,009 +0.3%$574,020 -0.2%
    2002$10,981 $575,400 +44.3%
    2000-- $398,890
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    Neighborhood: 33957

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