$2,695,000
4 Bed Pool Home for Sale in Captiva Landings
16785 Captiva Drive, Captiva, FL, 33924
About this home
Welcome to your private island retreat on Captiva Island, where tropical elegance, direct boating access, and beachside livingcome together in one extraordinary property. Nestled amid lush native landscaping and swaying palms, this waterfront home offers the rarecombination of private dockage, direct boating access to the Gulf waters and surrounding islands, and beach access with parking just stepsaway at Blind Pass. Designed to embrace the beauty of its island surroundings, the residence exudes timeless coastal charm with bright,light-filled interiors, soaring ceilings, arched windows and doors, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Outside, a resort-style pool issurrounded by mature tropical gardens, creating a peaceful sanctuary for relaxation and entertaining. A private dock tucked along the naturalshoreline provides a serene setting for launching a boat, kayak, or paddleboard. From the private dock, enjoy direct boating access viaRoosevelt Channel to Pine Island Sound, the Gulf of Mexico, North Captiva, Cayo Costa, and world-class fishing, shelling, cruising, andwaterfront dining destinations throughout Southwest Florida. Whether setting out for a day on the water or exploring nearby islands, thisexceptional location offers the very best of the island boating lifestyle. Thoughtfully designed with four spacious bedrooms and multiple deckspaces on either side of the home, the residence offers inviting places to relax and take in the tropical surroundings. Wonderfully appointedwith an eclectic island vibe, it perfectly captures the laid-back elegance that defines Captiva living. The residence has also enjoyed a stronghistory as a successful vacation rental, offering owners the ability to offset carrying costs while preserving flexibility for personal use.Whether you're enjoying sunrise walks along Captiva's pristine beaches, afternoons on the water, or evenings by the pool beneath the palms,this exceptional property captures the essence of island living. Private, tranquil, and surrounded by nature, it is a rare opportunity to own atrue Captiva Island retreat where boating, beach, and investment potential meet.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1973
- Interior
- 2,962 sqft
- Lot size
- 15,681.6 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.36 acres
- Garage
- None
- Days on market
- 53
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $37,730/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors
- Exposure
- East
- 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
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16891 Captiva Drive | Apr 2026 | $3,125,000 | 3/3 | 3,028 | $1,032 |
| Average | 1 comps | $3,125,000 | $1,032 |
Market trends, Captiva
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The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- Gulf access (Direct — no bridges)
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- Built 1973 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
- No garage listed
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
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