896 Limpet Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
For Sale $2,595,000
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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.
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
French Doors
Laundry Tub
Smoke Detectors
Tray Ceiling(s)
Walk- In Closet(s)
Beach Access
Community Gulf Boat Access
Taxes: $12,629.00
Tax Year: 2025
Association Fee: $100.00
Association Description: Mandatory
Boat Dock Private
Boat Lift
Captain's Walk
Composite Dock
Elec Avail at dock
Water Avail at Dock
Balcony
Screened Lanai/ Porch
Outdoor Shower
Electric Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Double Oven
Microwave
Refrigerator/ Icemaker
Wall Oven
Wine Cooler
Y
Canal Front
Navigable
Seawall
Building Description: Two Story, Single Family
Community Type: Boating, Non- Gated
MLS Area: Shell Harbor
Total Square Footage: 5,418
Total Floors: 2
Water: Central
Construction: Concrete Block, Stucco
Short Sale: No
Date Listed: 2026-02-20 00:00:00
Pool: Y
Pool Description: Below Ground, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat, Screen Enclosure
Furnished: Unfurnished
Parking: Driveway Paved, Attached
Garage Description: Y
Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage: Y
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Roof: Tile
Heating: Central Electric, Zoned
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(S), Central Electric, Zoned
Storm Protection: None
Security: Smoke Detector(S)
Laundry: Laundry In Residence, Laundry Tub
Irrigation: Central
Pets: Yes
Restrictions: Deeded
Maintenance: Legal/ Accounting, Manager, Rec Facilities, Reserve
Rear Exposure: W
Lot Desc.: Cul- De- Sac, Regular
Amenities: Beach Access, Community Gulf Boat Access
Listing Courtesy Of: Pfeifer Realty Group Llc
g.demaras@portsidepg.com
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.
Property Details
Price: $2,595,000
Sq Ft: 3,171
($818 per
sqft)
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
City: Sanibel
County: Lee
Type: Single Family
Development: Shell Harbor
Acres: 0.3060
Virtual Tour/Floorplan: View
Year Built: 1977
Listing Number: 2026008983
Status Code: A-Active
Taxes: $12,629.00
Tax Year: 2025
Application Fee: $0.00
Garage:
2
/
Y
Furnishings: Unfurnished
Pets Allowed: Yes
Total Recurring Fees: $100
Total Recurring Fee Frequency: 0.00
Interior Features:
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
French Doors
Laundry Tub
Smoke Detectors
Tray Ceiling(s)
Walk- In Closet(s)
Amenities:
Beach Access
Community Gulf Boat Access
Financial Information:
Taxes: $12,629.00
Tax Year: 2025
Association Fee: $100.00
Association Description: Mandatory
Exterior Features:
Boat Dock Private
Boat Lift
Captain's Walk
Composite Dock
Elec Avail at dock
Water Avail at Dock
Balcony
Screened Lanai/ Porch
Outdoor Shower
Equipment:
Electric Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Double Oven
Microwave
Refrigerator/ Icemaker
Wall Oven
Wine Cooler
View:
Y
Waterfront Description:
Canal Front
Navigable
Seawall
Additional Information:
Building Description: Two Story, Single Family
Community Type: Boating, Non- Gated
MLS Area: Shell Harbor
Total Square Footage: 5,418
Total Floors: 2
Water: Central
Construction: Concrete Block, Stucco
Short Sale: No
Date Listed: 2026-02-20 00:00:00
Pool: Y
Pool Description: Below Ground, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat, Screen Enclosure
Furnished: Unfurnished
Parking: Driveway Paved, Attached
Garage Description: Y
Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage: Y
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Roof: Tile
Heating: Central Electric, Zoned
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(S), Central Electric, Zoned
Storm Protection: None
Security: Smoke Detector(S)
Laundry: Laundry In Residence, Laundry Tub
Irrigation: Central
Pets: Yes
Restrictions: Deeded
Maintenance: Legal/ Accounting, Manager, Rec Facilities, Reserve
Rear Exposure: W
Lot Desc.: Cul- De- Sac, Regular
Amenities: Beach Access, Community Gulf Boat Access
Map of 896 Limpet Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
Listing Courtesy Of: Pfeifer Realty Group Llc
g.demaras@portsidepg.com