$449,000
3 Bed SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in St James City
8677 Whispering Pines Drive, St James City, FL, 33956
About this home
Private and peaceful 3 bed/3 bath two-story home on 1.37 acres in St. James City with a flexible in-law suite. The upper level offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, open living, formal dining, den/office, and interior laundry. Sliding glass doors open to a wraparound wood porch on three sides. The kitchen features ample cabinetry, generous counter space, and a breakfast bar. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet, tiled walk-in shower, and porch access. The massive 1,120 sq ft lower level has a separate entrance and includes a full kitchen, living and dining area with wood-burning fireplace, bedroom, bath, and a 10' x 13' storage room with built-ins. Two sets of sliding doors lead to an oversized concrete patio. Additional features include a large shed with drive-in access, updated electrical panel, city water and septic, and the home has never flooded. No HOA or deed restrictions—room for boats, RVs, and future outbuildings. Convenient location near Matlacha, fishing, boating, dining, and beaches.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1985
- Interior
- 1,424 sqft
- Lot size
- 59,764.32 sqft
- Acreage
- 1.37 acres
- Garage
- None
- Days on market
- 109
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $6,286/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Yes · High risk (AE)
- Storm protection
- None listed
- Exposure
- West
- Waterfront
- No
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- No
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- County
- Lee
Flood risk shown is an area-level estimate and can differ from a specific unit's actual FEMA designation (which varies by structure and elevation). Look up this address on the FEMA Flood Map and verify with a licensed insurance agent before relying on it.
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Recently sold nearby
Closed comparable sales within ~1 mile in the last 12 months, similar price, size, beds/baths, and age.
| Address | Sold | Sold price | Beds/Baths | Sq ft | $/sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4754 Woodstock Road | Jan 2026 | $364,000 | 3/2 | 1,420 | $256 |
| 4403 Lake Heather Circle | May 2026 | $340,000 | 2/2 | 1,366 | $249 |
| Average | 2 comps | $352,000 | $253 |
Market trends, St James City
Median of closed MLS sales each month over the available window. Months with too few sales are omitted; the range extends automatically as more sales close.
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Price & status history
| May 31, 2026 | Back on market | |
| Mar 30, 2026 | Listed | $449,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Built 1985 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
- In a higher-risk flood zone (AE) — flood insurance likely required
- No garage listed
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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