$750,000
3 Bed Pool Home for Sale in Cape Coral
5012 SW 8th Place, Cape Coral, FL, 33914
About this home
Welcome to an extraordinary waterfront estate nestled in one of Cape Coral’s most prestigious sailboat access neighborhoods. This elegantly appointed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence showcases refined coastal living with direct Gulf access and no bridges—just minutes by boat to open water, Rumrunners, and The Westin Resort. Situated on a beautifully landscaped lot with a circular brick-paver driveway and a spacious two-car garage, this home offers both curb appeal and exceptional function. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the two private docks, including an 18’ x 30’ slip with a 16,000-pound lift, composite decking, electric, water, and custom lighting. A second slip is ready for an additional lift, making this a rare dual-dock opportunity. Entertain in style from the expansive lanai, where a fully equipped custom outdoor kitchen and bar—complete with built-in grill and granite countertops—invite sunset gatherings and year-round enjoyment. Inside, the home exudes timeless elegance with custom wood cabinetry, granite surfaces, stainless steel appliances, and a center island anchoring the updated kitchen. Freshly painted with tile flooring throughout, the open layout flows seamlessly to a screened, heated pool area where western-facing views offer nightly displays of breathtaking sunsets over the water. Recent upgrades include a new standing seam metal roof, new Lennox HVAC system with new ductwork, new electric panels, pool heater and pump, and fully updated landscaping with irrigation. With city water and sewer in and paid, and luxury updates throughout, this Gulf-access gem is move-in ready and poised to deliver the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. Home never flooded and has high evaluation. Roof has been triple nailed and new hurriecane straps.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1987
- Interior
- 2,208 sqft
- Lot size
- 10,018.8 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.23 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 95
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $10,500/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Yes · High risk (AE)
- Storm protection
- None listed
- Exposure
- West
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Assessment Paid
- Sewer
- Assessment Paid
- 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.
Based on the $/sqft of 3 comparable homes sold nearby in the last 12 months. Indicative, not an appraisal.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 605 SW 51st Terrace | Dec 2025 | $662,500 | 3/2 | 2,385 | $278 |
| 5317 SW 9th Place | Jan 2026 | $720,000 | 4/2 | 2,373 | $303 |
| 5306 SW 11th Avenue | Jan 2026 | $799,000 | 3/2 | 2,396 | $333 |
| Average | 3 comps | $727,167 | $305 |
Market trends, Cape Coral
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.
Live area medians from the MLS · see all listings. Indicative, not an appraisal.
Price & status history
Down $65,000 (8.7%) from the original list price.
| Sep 30, 2025 | Sold | $685,000 |
| May 30, 2025 | Listed | $750,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- Waterfront
- 2-car garage
- Built 1987 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
- In a higher-risk flood zone (AE) — flood insurance likely required
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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