$1,295,000
3 Bed 2.5 Bath Pool Waterfront SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in SHELL HARBOR, FL
946 Whelk Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957
About this home
Experience the ultimate in coastal living with this stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath canal home, beautifully remodeled and located on Sanibel's highly sought-after east end in the Shell Harbor neighborhood. Just a short walk from the beach with deeded beach access and parking, this home offers the perfect combination of tranquility and convenience, with easy access to restaurants, shops, and the causeway. Enjoy breathtaking canal views that stretch into the distance, creating an idyllic backdrop for serene sunrises and sunsets. The home boasts a split floor plan for enhanced privacy, and the chef’s kitchen featuring high-end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an open, inviting layout. The primary suite opens directly onto the pool area, offering a private retreat with seamless access to outdoor living. Multiple sliders throughout the home connect the interior to the spacious screened pool deck, ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. With high-end travertine floors throughout (except in the carpeted bedrooms) and an array of modern upgrades, including a new HVAC system, impact windows, and a completely remodeled interior in 2023, this home is designed for comfort and style. The dock setup is perfect for boating enthusiasts, with two concrete docks (including a patio dock), a boat lift, and over 70 feet of dock length offering quick access to the Sanibel Marina, Gramma Dot’s restaurant and the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the ever-changing activity of the wide, main canal and intersecting canal, where you can spot boaters, kayakers, paddleboarders, and even dolphins and manatees. The home also features a pool, a redesigned deck and pool screen enclosure, and smart-home capabilities with Wi-Fi-enabled HVAC, cameras, washer, dryer, irrigation system, and garage door. An unbeatable location on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home is the epitome of island living. Don't miss your chance to own this spectacular property and experience Sanibel at its finest!
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1976
- Interior
- 2,179 sqft
- Lot size
- 11,891.88 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.27 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 134
- Total association fees
- $100/yr (~$8/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $18,130/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors, Shutters
- Exposure
- Southeast
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- Yes
- Gulf access type
- Direct — no bridges
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- County
- Lee
Total association fees sums the core association dues the MLS feed provides (HOA, condo/master association, and land lease), normalized to a yearly figure. These are separate from and additional to specialty charges — mandatory club or food-and-beverage minimums, special assessments, and rec-lease fees — which the IDX feed does not carry. Always confirm the full fee schedule with the HOA or listing agent.
Maintenance included in the fee
What the association dues cover, per the MLS. Confirm the full schedule with the HOA.
Amenities
Based on the $/sqft of 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 734 Sand Dollar Drive | Mar 2026 | $1,520,000 | 3/3 | 2,340 | $650 |
| 1019 Lindgren Boulevard | Mar 2026 | $975,000 | 3/2 | 2,250 | $433 |
| 668 Anchor Drive | Apr 2026 | $1,100,000 | 3/2 | 1,999 | $550 |
| 635 E Gulf Drive C301 | Aug 2025 | $1,050,000 | 2/2 | 2,018 | $520 |
| 848 Limpet Drive | Feb 2026 | $1,500,000 | 3/2 | 2,103 | $713 |
| 487 E Gulf Drive | Sep 2025 | $975,000 | 3/3 | 2,244 | $434 |
| Average | 6 comps | $1,186,667 | $550 |
Market trends — Sanibel
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 $259,000 (18.5%) from the original list price.
| Apr 1, 2026 | Sold | $1,140,000 |
| Jan 10, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $1,399,000 | $1,295,000 |
| Oct 15, 2025 | Listed | $1,399,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- Gulf access (Direct — no bridges)
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors, Shutters
- 2-car garage
- Built 1976 — 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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