$1,500,000
3 Bed Pool Home for Sale in Gulfhaven
2823 8th Avenue, St James City, FL, 33956
About this home
This is a unique and gorgeous waterfront paradise and a true boater's dream! Situated on nearly a HALF-ACRE in the heart of St. James City, this exceptional property offers the ultimate island lifestyle with 176 feet of waterfront and quick access to open water. The property features TWO covered boat lifts, one 20,000# and one 8,000#, making it effortless to launch your next fishing or boating adventure. Outdoor living takes center stage with a resort-style pool and spa, and a cozy fire pit—perfect for entertaining family and friends while enjoying beautiful waterfront views. A detached garage with a loft provides abundant storage and flexible space for hobbies and all your fishing gear, while the dedicated RV parking area with hookups offers added convenience for travelers and visitors. There is a separate fish shack for working on your fishing gear or relaxing with friends bragging about the day's catch. Whether you're an avid fisherman, boating enthusiast, or simply seeking a private waterfront retreat, this one-of-a-kind home on a double lot in St. James City delivers the ultimate island life-style.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1975
- Interior
- 1,986 sqft
- Lot size
- 21,039.48 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.48 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 0
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $21,000/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- None listed
- Exposure
- West
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- Yes
- Gulf access type
- Direct — no bridges
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- Yes
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- County
- Lee
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The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- Gulf access (Direct — no bridges)
- 2-car garage
- Built 1975 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
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