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  • $3,200,000

    954 Whelk Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957

    4beds
    3,400sqft
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    $21,108/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1974
    0.44 Acres Lot
    $2,907,900 Zestimate®
    $941/sqft
    $8/mo HOA

    What's special

    Spacious center islandQuartz countertopsHandsome tray ceilingCustom bunk roomGourmet kitchenCanal lotElegant light tile flooring
    Welcome to one of Shell Harbor's finest canal lots — completely transformed and ready for its next chapter. This stunning 4-bedroom plus den, 4-bath home on Sanibel's coveted east end has been newly elevated and fully renovated, delivering the perfect fusion of modern resilience and island luxury. Perched on a prime corner lot in a quiet cul-de-sac, the property commands an impressive stretch of canal frontage with sweeping multi-canal views, made all the more dramatic by its elevated position. Below, an oversized dock and boat lift offer seamless access to San Carlos Bay and the Gulf of Mexico — a true boater's paradise. Inside, the great room serves as the heart of the home — sun-drenched, open-concept, and anchored by a handsome tray ceiling. The gourmet kitchen impresses with quartz countertops, a spacious center island, and high-end appliances, while elegant light tile flooring flows effortlessly throughout. Every bedroom is generously proportioned and paired with its own private bath, and the custom bunk room is a showstopper that family and guests will love. Step outside and the magic continues. Panoramic screens frame the water views from every angle, blurring the line between indoors and out in true Sanibel style. The composite deck overlooks an oversized sparkling pool — an ideal setting for sunset dinners or quiet mornings watching the manatees drift by. The large lower level provides opportunity for ample storage and parking with sliders out to the pool deck. A meandering stone path leads you down to the composite deck — a generous, sun-kissed retreat designed for lingering. Whether you're settling in for a long al fresco dinner, watching the boats glide past, or simply soaking in the canal views as the day winds down, this space invites you to slow down and savor every moment of island living at its finest Deeded beach access with a private parking lot is just steps away, and the east end location means easy on-and-off island access with close proximity to the bike path, shops, and restaurants. Move-in ready, fully elevated, and impeccably renovated — opportunities like this on Sanibel's finest canal lots are extraordinarily rare. Don't miss your chance to make this island dream your own.
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    Listed by:

    Wendy K Kirschner 239-271-1674,

    Pfeifer Realty Group LLC,

    Eric J Pfeifer 239-472-0004,

    Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

    Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2260543MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • Main level bathrooms: 4
      • Main level bedrooms: 4
      Rooms
      • Room types: Den, DR/LR Combo, Kitchen, Laundry, Office, See Remarks
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Balcony, 2 Walk-In Closets
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Dbl Sinks, Shower Only, Tile
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Internet Ready, Microwave, Pot Filler, Electric Range, Range/Dbl Oven Elec, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Electric Oven, Washer, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, 8 Ft Ceilings
      • Flooring: Tile
      • Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors, Impact Resistant Doors, Wind Rated Garage Door
      • Windows: Impact Resistant Windows
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,056
      • Total interior livable area: 3,400 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Under Bldg
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Screened
      • Exterior features: Boat Lift, Dock, Electric at Dock, Water at Dock, Balcony
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: In Ground, 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
      Lot
      • Size: 0.44 Acres
      • Features: Bulkhead/Seawall, Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 204623T4039010300
      • Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: See Remarks
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Stucco
      • Foundation: Piling Concrete
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • Year built: 1974

      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: $941/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,246,121
      • Annual tax amount: $20,749
      • Date on market: 6/25/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 38 days
      • Listing terms: BTF/Cash
      • Lease term: Month To Month
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $2,907,900

        $2.76M - $3.05M

        $7,702/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/25/2026Listed for sale$3,200,000+48.8%$941/sqft
        Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2260543 Report a problem
        7/15/2025Listing removed$2,150,000$632/sqft
        Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250084 Report a problem
        1/16/2025Listed for sale$2,150,000+43.3%$632/sqft
        Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250084 Report a problem
        1/18/2023Sold$1,500,000-9.1%$441/sqft
        Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #222086199 Report a problem
        12/12/2022Pending sale$1,650,000$485/sqft
        Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #222086199 Report a problem
        12/9/2022Listed for sale$1,650,000+120%$485/sqft
        Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2220783 Report a problem
        3/6/2002Sold$750,000$221/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$18,243 +5.7%$1,246,121 +6.2%
        2024$17,261 +35.2%$1,173,593 +30.7%
        2023$12,770 +7.7%$898,212 +2.2%
        2022$11,858 +1.5%$878,779 +6.2%
        2021$11,677 +0.4%$827,159 +1.4%
        2020$11,636 +1.7%$815,739 -12.3%
        2019$11,441 $930,221 +18.9%
        2018$11,441 +0.1%$782,531 +2.1%
        2017$11,433 -0.1%$766,436 -8.4%
        2016$11,441 +2.5%$837,066 +6.7%
        2015$11,163 -1.9%$784,601 +1.2%
        2014$11,374 -0.2%$775,601 +8.6%
        2013$11,394 -14.2%$714,094 -13.8%
        2012$13,287 -2.7%$828,493 -12.8%
        2011$13,653 +0.3%$950,563 +1.7%
        2010$13,610 +8.8%$934,767 -10.7%
        2009$12,510 +5.3%$1,047,070 -2.6%
        2008$11,878 +1%$1,075,210 -8.3%
        2007$11,764 -2.8%$1,172,670 +8%
        2006$12,098 -9.9%$1,085,490 +45.8%
        2004$13,432 +6.9%$744,260 +10.8%
        2003$12,567 +101.6%$672,000 -0.1%
        2002$6,235 $672,830 +38.5%
        2000-- $485,750
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 33957

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        79 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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