3 Bed Pool Home Sold in Gulf Haven
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SoldMLS# 2026026864

$699,900

3 Bed Pool Home Sold in Gulf Haven

2808 Sanibel Boulevard, St James City, FL, 33956

3 beds3 baths1,398 sqft2 garage
GatedBoatingWaterfront

About this home

Margaritas, sunsets, and island time await at this waterfront retreat in the heart of St. James City. Designed for those who dream of a laid-back tropical lifestyle, this elevated coastal home combines boating, entertaining, and carefree island living into one unforgettable package. The main living level features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and an open great room floor plan that flows seamlessly to the screened waterfront lanai. The beautifully remodeled primary suite offers a walk-in closet and spa-inspired bath featuring dual vanities, a custom walk-in shower with multiple shower heads, and a luxurious rain shower. The updated kitchen shines with quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, upgraded hardware, and plenty of room for gathering with family and friends after a day on the water. Downstairs, guests will love the private bungalow-style suite complete with its own entrance, new mini-split system, updated cabinetry, vanity, lighting, and en-suite bath with walk-in shower. The lower level also offers an oversized 2-car garage with extended storage space for fishing gear, kayaks, golf cart, and all your island toys and workshop. Step outside to the screened pool area where colorful ocean-themed murals, tropical breezes, a private outdoor shower, and comfortable gathering spaces create a true vacation-at-home atmosphere. Outside, the property feels like a private botanical garden with mature palms, native landscaping, fruit trees, granite-lined flower beds, tiki lighting, solar accent lighting, irrigation system, and multiple outdoor entertaining spaces. Boaters will appreciate the covered 8K boat lift with newer canopy, fish-cleaning station, dock lighting, snook light, updated dock electrical, rewrapped pilings, and quick access to Pine Island Sound, world-class fishing, waterfront restaurants, secluded beaches, and the Gulf waters beyond. Extensively improved for peace of mind, major updates include a stone-coated metal roof rated for 200 mph winds (2023), hurricane impact windows and pocket slider (2026), new picture-window pool cage (2024), resurfaced pool with new tile (2023), raised HVAC equipment (2025), A/C system with warranty through 2028, elevated water heater, slab-jacked driveway and pool deck with lifetime warranty, new gutters, soffits and fascia, updated electrical, new insulation, fresh interior and exterior paint, remodeled primary bath, and numerous additional upgrades throughout. Whether you're boating to lunch, relaxing poolside under the tiki lights, or enjoying a sunset cocktail from the screened lanai, this island escape delivers the authentic Pine Island lifestyle you've been searching for.

Property details

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year built
2002
Interior
1,398 sqft
Lot size
4,878.72 sqft
Acreage
0.11 acres
Garage
2 car
Days on market
39
Total association fees
None
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$9,799/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Yes · High risk (AE)
Storm protection
Impact Windows/Doors
Exposure
West
Waterfront
Yes
Gulf access
Yes
Gulf access type
Direct — no bridges
Pool
Yes
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.

Above marketThis home is priced above comparable recent sales.
This home
$501/sqft
Comp median
$409/sqft
Difference
+22%

Based on the $/sqft of 10 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.

AddressSoldSold priceBeds/BathsSq ft$/sqft
2937 Bracci DriveApr 2026$525,0003/21,353$388
3664 Bayview AvenueAug 2026$540,0002/21,278$423
3123 Bracci DriveAug 2026$550,0003/21,382$398
2391 Date StreetDec 2025$569,0003/21,503$379
3693 Ruby AvenueJun 2026$575,0002/21,260$456
3026 Trawler LaneAug 2026$582,0003/21,389$419
Average6 comps$556,833$411

Market trends, St James City

Median list
$440,000
Median $/sqft
$323
Median sold (90d)
$442,500
Avg days on market
144
Active listings
105
Median sold price · St James City
$440,000last 3 months13.1% vs $389,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · St James City
20.6% MoM30.2% YoY
$215k$420k$625kJul ’25Aug ’26
$436,500Aug ’26 · 20 sales

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 $99,900 (13.3%) from the original list price.

Sep 11, 2026Sold$650,000
Jul 15, 2026Price reducedfrom $724,900$699,900
Jun 20, 2026Listed$749,900

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Built 2002 — post-2002 Florida wind codes (typically lower insurance)
  • Private pool
  • Gulf access (Direct — no bridges)
  • Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
  • 2-car garage
Consider
  • In a higher-risk flood zone (AE) — flood insurance likely required
Location convenienceHigh
Hospital
12.2 mi
HealthPark Medical Center
Beach
4.4 mi
Sanibel Island
Airport
14.8 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
13.6 mi
Coralwood / Merchants Crossing (Cape)

Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.

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