2281 8th AVE, St. James City, FL 33956

$899,900 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
1,692  sqft
Built in 1982

Looking for a private, tranquil, bay waterfront property with immediate access to the intercoastal and an abundance of wildlife? You must see this totally remodeled, charming house with captivating views of the secluded bay and Cape Coral on the desirable 8th Avenue in Saint James City. Standing seam metal roof, driveway/walkway pavers, pool renovation, high impact slider doors and windows completed in 2018. Complete interior remodel in 2023, due to Hurricane Ian. No water damage from the bizarre 2024 hurricane season. You will immediately feel the warmth and charm upon entry. The open concept, vaulted wood ceiling, electric fireplace feature wall and 12’ glass slider doors, add to the beauty of this home. The large open gourmet kitchen/dining room is complete with high-end appliances, perfect for meal prep and entertaining. An oversized one car garage is drywall finished with ample room for storage and workspace. Photos shown are of the pre-Ian 2-lift covered boat dock. The dock was not rebuilt, giving buyers the ability to build to their own needs and specifications. New riprap sea wall, fence, gates and landscaping installed 2024. You will be scanning the bay for dolphins, manatees, an array of birdlife and leaping fish while preparing your meals, entertaining guests or just relaxing. Views, views, views from everywhere! So much more…you must see to appreciate. Additional details: • 3 bedrooms • 2 full bathrooms • Linen & coat closets • All closets & kitchen pantry complete with organizer/shelving • Gourmet kitchen includes GE Café refrigerator, dishwasher, glass cooktop double oven/stove and microwave along with a Z-Line island hood, wine cooler and garbage disposal • Large center kitchen island & bar island • Open dining room • Laundry closet w/ LG stackable washer/dryer & laundry cupboard • IronAway built-in ironing system • Open living room w/ electric fireplace feature wall • Covered lanai, pool & enclosure • Underground electric service • Large 6’ x 8’ shed • 4’ 3-rail aluminum fence with 2 gates • Invisible Fence, underground dog fencing • Halo 5 Whole House, maintenance free water treatment system • Irrigation system

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Built-In Cabinets, Fireplace, Smoke Detectors, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Kitchen:
Island
Appliances:
Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator/Freezer, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Washer, Water Treatment Owned, Wine Cooler
Dining:
Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Eat-in Kitchen
Laundry:
Laundry in Residence
Flooring:
Tile
A/C:
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
Heating:
true, Central Electric
Fireplace:
Fireplace

Exterior

General:
Screened Lanai/Porch
Style:
Ranch, Single Family
Pool:
Below Ground,Concrete,Equipment Stays,Screen Enclosure
Parking:
Driveway Paved, Paved, Attached, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Metal
General:
Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding, 1

Location

Road/Access:
Paved
HOA Amenities:
0.0
Originating MLS:
Florida Gulf Coast
County:
Lee

Lot

Zoning:
RS-1, 01-46-22-00-00001.0040
View:
Basin, Mangroves, Preserve, View
Fencing:
Fenced
Restrictions:
None

Utilities

Water:
Central
Sewer:
Septic Tank

Financial

Source:
Florida Gulf Coast

This listing courtesy of:
Castaways Island Realty LLC

About Saint James City, FL

Housing

Number of Units
3,818
Median Home Value
$244,935
Median Rent
$979

4.26% of housing units are renter occupied.

37.60% are vacant.

Commute

Car
72.61%
Public Transportation
0.13%
Walk to Work
2.64%
Work from Home
24.62%
Other
0.00%

The median travel time to work is 22 minutes.

People

Population
4,301
Median Age
62.80
Median Household Size
2.26

Education

High School
36.56%
Associate’s Degree
7.02%
Bachelor’s Degree
10.81%
Graduate Degree
14.82%

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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