979 Whelk DR, Sanibel, FL 33957

$1,849,000 Asking Price

3 beds
3 baths
2,072  sqft
Built in 1969

Situated on an oversized lot at the end of a sea-walled canal, this completely remodeled home in Sanibel's Shell Harbor is the perfect beach & boating retreat. This home features a dock, boat lift, and a short jaunt to one of Sanibel's best private deeded beach accesses. The interior features a spectacular kitchen with beautiful white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and marble counters. It also has updated bathrooms, beautiful terrazzo flooring, and an open floor plan. The entire home exudes the coastal modern feel with soft paint colors, white barn doors, shaker doors and cabinets, and window treatments. The custom bunk beds add extra room for young guests. New impact windows capture the views of the beautiful landscaping and long canal views where boats and kayaks float by. This house is scheduled to be elevated 11 feet above its original foundation in the spring of 2025. Supported by robust, newly constructed concrete pilings, the house will display a sense of modern resilience while retaining its original charm. The increased height will offer sweeping views of the surrounding area, including glimpses of the distant water and nearby streets that were once hidden from view. Underneath the raised structure, the newly created space will offer both practical and potential benefits, with a large area for parking, storage, or landscaping that seamlessly blends with the rest of the property. The elevation will not only protect the house from potential flooding but also bring a fresh perspective to its surroundings. It will enhance the property’s overall appeal while making a clear statement about its ability to withstand the challenges of its location.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Foyer, Laundry Tub, Pantry, Smoke Detectors, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Coverings
Kitchen:
Pantry
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Washer
Dining:
Breakfast Bar, Dining - Living
Laundry:
Laundry in Residence, Laundry Tub
Flooring:
Terrazzo, Tile
A/C:
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
Heating:
true, Central Electric

Exterior

General:
Boat Dock Private, Composite Dock, Open Porch/Lanai, Below Ground, Equipment Stays, Heated Electric
Style:
Ranch, Single Family
Pool:
Below Ground, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat
Parking:
Driveway Unpaved, Attached, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Tile
Windows:
Window Coverings
General:
Concrete Block, Stucco, 1, Concrete Block

Location

Road/Access:
Paved
HOA Amenities:
Beach Access, 100.0, Annually
Originating MLS:
Florida Gulf Coast
County:
Lee

Lot

Zoning:
20-46-23-T4-03901.0420
View:
Canal, Landscaped Area, View
Restrictions:
Deeded

Utilities

Water:
Central

Financial

Source:
Florida Gulf Coast

This listing courtesy of:
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

About Sanibel, FL

Housing

Number of Units
7,795
Median Home Value
$704,637
Median Rent
$1,293

9.39% of housing units are renter occupied.

54.86% are vacant.

Commute

Car
41.87%
Public Transportation
0.00%
Walk to Work
3.61%
Work from Home
51.28%
Other
0.41%

The median travel time to work is 10 minutes.

People

Population
6,632
Median Age
66.50
Median Household Size
2.35

Education

High School
17.89%
Associate’s Degree
5.62%
Bachelor’s Degree
29.66%
Graduate Degree
29.64%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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