$1,590,000
3 Bed 2.5 Bath Pool SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in NAPLES PARK, FL
9602 Vanderbilt Drive, Naples, FL, 34108
About this home
New price improvement to sell now! Nestled on a very private and lushly landscaped oversized .26-acre lot, this enchanting one-of-a-kind home offers a cool and sophisticated total coastal renovation blended seamlessly with old-world charm. The property boasts stunning sunset canal views from the second-floor balcony with elegant glass railing. Fabulous space inside and out for family gatherings or cocktail parties. This historical beauty features exquisite wood detailing on ceilings, fireplace, millwork, bar, and staircase — all meticulously transported from the Connecticut home of the renowned author, H.G. Wells. Recent improvements include impact windows and doors, metal roof (2016), gleaming new guest bath and powder room, Hardie board exterior, stunning glass tile accent wall behind bar, new tile floors, plantation shutters, chic lighting, window treatments, and wallpaper accents. The fabulous new white kitchen is a chef's delight, complete with quartz countertops, center island, sleek gold hardware, new shaker soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a gorgeous chandelier. Multiple outdoor spaces, including the large covered gathering area with wood ceiling around a gas fire table, spacious dining area with electric awning, heated pool with ample lounging space, and the huge upper-level Trex deck for sunbathing, accessible from inside or via a circular staircase to the pool. Experience the best of the Naples beach lifestyle, all walking distance to the beach, The Turtle Club, The Ritz, or Mercato. This home is offered turnkey-furnished, allowing you to move in effortlessly or begin immediate Airbnb rental marketing. Excellent rental history available. View the video online to get a glimpse of this extraordinary property that combines historical elegance with modern comforts in a perfect coastal setting.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1978
- Interior
- 2,245 sqft
- Lot size
- 11,325.6 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.26 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 68
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $22,260/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors, Shutters
- Exposure
- East
- Waterfront
- No
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- County
- Collier
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 536 97th Avenue | Jun 2026 | $1,418,000 | 4/3 | 2,227 | $637 |
| 767 98th Avenue | Jul 2025 | $1,225,000 | 3/2 | 2,160 | $567 |
| 682 105th Avenue | Nov 2025 | $1,213,000 | 4/3 | 2,152 | $564 |
| Average | 3 comps | $1,285,333 | $589 |
Market trends — Naples
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 $145,000 (9.1%) from the original list price.
| Dec 11, 2025 | Sold | $1,445,000 |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Listed | $1,590,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors, Shutters
- 2-car garage
- Built 1978 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities — approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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