See Home Value
$1,140,000
● House - Off Market

946 Whelk Drive

Sanibel, FL 33957
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
2,179 Ft²
$7,311
Est. Monthly
$8
HOA / Fees

About This Property

Experience the ultimate in coastal living with this stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath canal home, beautifully remodeled and located on Sanibel's highly sought-after east end in the Shell Harbor neighborhood. Just a short walk from the beach with deeded beach access and parking, this home offers the perfect combination of tranquility and convenience, with easy access to restaurants, shops, and the causeway. Enjoy breathtaking canal views that stretch into the distance, creating an idyllic backdrop for serene sunrises and sunsets. The home boasts a split floor plan for enhanced privacy, and the chef's kitchen featuring high-end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an open, inviting layout. The primary suite opens directly onto the pool area, offering a private retreat with seamless access to outdoor living. Multiple sliders throughout the home connect the interior to the spacious screened pool deck, ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. With high-end travertine floors throughout (except in the carpeted bedrooms) and an array of modern upgrades, including a new HVAC system, impact windows, and a completely remodeled interior in 2023, this home is designed for comfort and style. The dock setup is perfect for boating enthusiasts, with two concrete docks (including a patio dock), a boat lift, and over 70 feet of dock length offering quick access to the Sanibel Marina, Gramma Dot's restaurant and the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the ever-changing activity of the wide, main canal and intersecting canal, where you can spot boaters, kayakers, paddleboarders, and even dolphins and manatees. The home also features a pool, a redesigned deck and pool screen enclosure, and smart-home capabilities with Wi-Fi-enabled HVAC, cameras, washer, dryer, irrigation system, and garage door. An unbeatable location on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home is the epitome of island living. Don't miss your chance to own this spectacular property and experience Sanibel at its finest!
Unit Size
2,179 Ft²
Days on Market
168 days
Land Size
0.27 acres
Price per sqft
$594
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$943
HOA Dues
$8
Year Built
1976

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Last updated: 8 months ago ( #2025014644)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Apr 1, 2026 Sold
Sold
Feb 26, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Jan 11, 2026 Price Decreased $1,295,000
↓ $104K (7.4%)
Price Decreased
Oct 15, 2025 Listed by Pfeifer Realty Group LLC $1,399,000
Listed by Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Jul 1, 2025 Temporarily off market -
Temporarily off market
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Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1976
  • Effective Year Built: 1999
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 9
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 11
  • Exterior Walls Type: 7
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 8
  • Roof Cover Type: 4
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 13
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 624
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 8
  • Porch Type: 126
  • Pool Type: 8
  • Location Influence Type: 75

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11,892
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 1,200
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 1,000
  • Total Building Area: 4,408
  • Gross Building Area: 4,408
  • Building Area: 2,179
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,179
  • Heating Fuel Type: 2

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: SHELL HARBOR
  • Land Acres: 0000000273
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 01
  • State Land Use Code: 001
  • Legal Description 1: SHELL HARBOR BLK 1 PB 23 PG 79 LOT 32

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Lee County School District
  • Census Tract: 080202

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 13-20
  • Account Number: 10126397
  • Subdivision Tract Number: T4
  • Parcel: 20-46-23-T4-03901.0320
  • Block: 1
  • Lot: 32
  • Meridian: SEC 20 TWN 46S RNG 23E
  • Municipality: CITY OF SANIBEL
  • Latitude: 26.4449
  • Longitude: -82.0358

    Address

  • Full Address: 946 Whelk Dr
  • Address - House Number: 946
  • Address - Street Name: Whelk
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: FL
  • City Name: Sanibel
  • Carrier Code: R006
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 4814
  • Zip Code: 33957

Valuation

    Tax

  • Total Area: 2,658
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $1,059,718
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 010

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.195
  • Valuation Date: Jan 31, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 74
  • Final Value: 1,605,254
  • High Value: 1,918,391
  • Low Value: 1,292,117

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $959,824
  • Market Land Value: $959,814
  • Market Improvement Value: $10

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $747,035

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 946 Whelk Drive built and last sold?
The property at 946 Whelk Drive was built in 1976 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 946 Whelk Drive is $1,317,502.
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