$2,395,000

896 Limpet DR, Sanibel, FL 33957

3 beds |
3 baths |
3,171 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1977
0.31acre lot
2 car garage
$755/sqft
Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

Welcome to 896 Limpet Drive, ideally positioned on a wide canal in Sanibel’s highly desirable east-end boating community of Shell Harbor. This property offers direct Gulf access with no bridges, placing world-class fishing, cruising, and island hopping just minutes from your dock. Whether you’re heading out for a sunset cruise or a day offshore, the location provides exceptional boating flexibility right from your backyard. The home features a spacious layout with soaring ceilings, generous living areas, and an open kitchen designed for easy flow and entertaining. The primary suite enjoys elevated privacy along with tranquil water views and access to outdoor living space overlooking the pool area. A new roof adds significant value and peace of mind, providing a strong foundation as you personalize and enhance the interior spaces to your taste. Situated in Shell Harbor, owners enjoy one of Sanibel’s most sought-after waterfront neighborhoods along with convenient beach access. With its direct Gulf access, wide canal setting, and premier east-end location, this property presents a rare opportunity to create your ideal coastal retreat and embrace the very best of the Florida boating lifestyle.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: February 20, 2026
Data Last Updated:: April 1, 2026 at 6:09PM
Listing Office:: Pfeifer Realty Group LLC : (239) 472-0004
MLS ID:: 2026008983

General: Cathedral Ceiling(s)French DoorsLaundry TubSmoke DetectorsTray Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Electric CooktopDishwasherDisposalDouble OvenMicrowaveRefrigerator/IcemakerWall OvenWine Cooler
Dining: Breakfast BarDining - LivingEat-in Kitchen
Laundry: Laundry in ResidenceLaundry Tub
Flooring: TileWood
A/C: Ceiling Fan(s)Central ElectricZoned
Heating: Central ElectricZoned

General: Boat Dock PrivateBoat LiftCaptain's WalkComposite DockElec Avail at dockWater Avail at DockBalconyScreened Lanai/PorchOutdoor Shower
Style: Two StorySingle Family
Pool: Below GroundEquipment StaysElectric HeatScreen Enclosure
Parking: Driveway PavedAttachedParking spaces: 2

Roofing: Tile
General: Concrete BlockStucco2Concrete Block

Road/Access: Paved
HOA Amenities: Beach AccessCommunity Gulf Boat Access100.0Annually
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf Coast
County: Lee

Zoning: 20-46-23-T1-00100.0050
View: CanalView
Restrictions: Deeded

Water: Central

Source: Florida Gulf Coast

This listing courtesy of Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

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Location

Schools Nearby

The Sanibel School

3840 Sanibel Captiva Rd, Sanibel, FL, 33957

Grades KG-8

4.97 miles away

The Sanibel School

3840 Sanibel Captiva Rd, Sanibel, FL, 33957

Grades KG-8

4.97 miles away

Oasis Charter High School

3519 Oasis Blvd, Cape Coral, FL, 33914

Grades 9-12

9.59 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.