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Lee 33924
4481 Butterfly Shell Drive
$999,500
↓ $28K (2.7%)
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4481 Butterfly Shell Drive

Captiva, FL 33924
bedrooms
2 Beds
bathrooms
1 Bath, 1 Half Bath
square feet
1,232 Ft²
$5,700
Est. Monthly

About This Property

A Must See! Wow Opportunity. North Captiva, private heated saltwater pool, Gulf-side location, turnkey furnished, rental history and 150+ five-star guest reviews. 64k in rentals in 2026 alone to date! Welcome to "The Perfect Shell," a fabulous turnkey island beach home offering an exceptional south Gulf-side location, private heated saltwater pool, easy beach access and impressive vacation-rental history with 150+ five-star reviews! Situated on a desirable high-and-dry lot in Captiva Dunes, this charming stilt home is just a short walk or golf-cart ride to the wide sugar-sand shoreline of Sunset Beach, known for spectacular sunsets, shelling, fishing, swimming and sandbars. Additional prime surrounding lots may be available for purchase by the buyer, offering a unique opportunity for added privacy or expansion. STRAP: 05-45-21-08-00000.0350 & 05-45-21-08-00000.0090  Inside, a bright, open great-room floor plan captures beautiful tropical views and opens to an expansive screened front balcony with sliders, ceiling fan and recessed lighting. The home offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths and is sold turnkey furnished with lovely furnishings, fixtures and window coverings. The kitchen features a long breakfast bar, Corian countertops, recessed lighting, appliances and gas range. The primary bedroom includes a large closet. The main bath offers a large tiled shower and Corian-topped vanity. The half bath includes a sink, extensive built-in cabinetry, countertops and full-size stacked washer/dryer, with potential for a second full bath if desired. Outside, the large heated saltwater pool features built-in seating shelves, aluminum fencing and expansive brick-paver decking with wonderful sun exposure. A generous side yard provides additional outdoor space and room to expand. The spacious under-house area offers even more possibilities for entertaining-add an outdoor shower, changing area, bath, bar or outdoor kitchen. Enjoy the best of island living with exceptional outdoor space, tropical surroundings and easy access to one of North Captiva's most beautiful beaches. Great property layout with a large side yard, pool area and room to expand-an increasingly special combination on the island. Simply a must-see! Recent improvements and features include a 2024 white standing-seam metal roof, 2023 HVAC, 2025 exterior paint, 2023 whole-house reverse-osmosis system, hurricane-impact windows and doors, Hardie-board siding, tile throughout and attached ground-level garage. For buyers interested in vacation-rental income, The Perfect Shell has an established rental history with many repeat annual guests. The property is professionally managed, with continued management available. Best of all, this is a private pool home with no HOA fees or club membership to assume! Whether you're looking for your own North Captiva getaway, an established vacation-rental property, or a combo of personal enjoyment & income potential. Exceptional location
Unit Size
1,232 Ft²
Days on Market
82 days
Land Size
0.20 acres
Price per sqft
$811
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$792
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
2008

Listed By

Amy Ivey
Keller Williams Realty

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Last updated: 17 hours ago ( #2026029804)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 5, 2026 Price Decreased $999,500
↓ $28K (2.7%)
Price Decreased
Aug 9, 2026 Price Decreased $1,027,000
↓ $22K (2.1%)
Price Decreased
Jul 25, 2026 Price Decreased $1,049,000
↓ $30K (2.8%)
Price Decreased
Jul 11, 2026 Listed by Swept Away Realty $1,079,000
Listed by Swept Away Realty
Nov 30, 2016 Sold
Sold
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Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Parking Details
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Has Carport
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Underground, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Unpaved, Attached Carport
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), LivingDiningRoom, SittingAreaInPrimary, ShowerOnly, SeparateShower, CableTv, WindowTreatments
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Water Purifier, Washer
Flooring Type: Tile
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Inside, DryerHookup, LaundryTub
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1232
Square Footage Source: $0
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Condition: Resale
Architectural Style: Stilt
Year Built: 2008
Waterfront Features: None
Building Area Total: 1512
Window Features: Window Coverings, SingleHung, Sliding, ImpactGlass
Construction Materials: Other, WoodFrame
Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Screened, Balcony
Pool Features: Fiberglass, Electric Heat, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water
Pool is Private
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Lot Size Area: 0.2017
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.2017
Lot Size Square Feet: 8786.052
Lot Size Dimensions: 80 x 111 x 80 x 111
Tax Lot: 3
Water Source: Well
Financial Details
Tax Annual Amount: $9,506
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Heating Type: Central, Electric
Sewer : Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Location Details
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: None
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Other, Management

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 2008
  • Effective Year Built: 2008
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 1
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 1
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 11
  • Exterior Walls Type: 15
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 8
  • Roof Cover Type: 5
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 13
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 308
  • Parking Space Count: 1
  • Patio Type: 8
  • Porch Type: 102
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8,786
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 1,100
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 800
  • Total Building Area: 3,964
  • Gross Building Area: 3,964
  • Building Area: 1,232
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,232
  • Heating Fuel Type: 2

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: UPPER CAPTIVA ISLAND
  • Land Acres: 0000000202
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 01
  • State Land Use Code: 001
  • Legal Description 1: PARL IN S 1/2 GOVT LOT 3 PER OR 1714 PG 3728 LOT 34 UN 2 N CAPTIVA DUNES

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Lee County School District
  • Census Tract: 080100

Zoning

  • Zoning: RS1

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 4
  • Account Number: 10003460
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 08
  • Parcel: 05-45-21-08-00000.0340
  • Lot: 3,34
  • Meridian: SEC 05 TWN 45S RNG 21E
  • Municipality: UPPER CAPTIVA FIRE DIST
  • Latitude: 26.5935
  • Longitude: -82.2209

    Address

  • Full Address: 4481 Butterfly Shell Dr
  • Legal Unit: 2
  • Address - House Number: 4481
  • Address - Street Name: Butterfly Shell
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: FL
  • City Name: Captiva
  • Zip Code: 33924

Valuation

    Tax

  • Total Area: 1,427
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $863,160
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 205

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2076
  • Valuation Date: Jan 31, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 71
  • Final Value: 751,869
  • High Value: 908,029
  • Low Value: 595,709

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $718,864
  • Market Land Value: $115,156
  • Market Improvement Value: $543,649

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $436,923

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 22, 2016
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Nov 30, 2016
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2016000252133
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Feb 16, 1995
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Feb 03, 1995
  • Previous Sale Amount: $39,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 4481 Butterfly Shell Drive built and last sold?
The property at 4481 Butterfly Shell Drive was built in 2008 and last sold on Nov 22, 2016 for $330,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 4481 Butterfly Shell Drive is $972,512.
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