#225049552, Babs Maughan, Listing office: John R. Wood Properties
$6,500,000 List price
16979 Captiva Dr Captiva, FL 33924
6 beds
7 full, 1 partial
5,598 sqft
2.5 acres
$1,161 / sqft
House
Property details
About 16979 Captiva Dr
Deeded Beach Access! Opportunity is knocking! Answer the door! One of Captiva's most iconic residences resting on over 2.5 acres with 200 ft of bay-frontage overlooking the sparkling waters toward the preservation land beyond. Situated on a peninsula this property affords unparalleled wide water views unlike any other on the islands. As you approach up the shell drive you are surrounded by mature specimen plantings from around the globe that can only come with decades of establishment and deliberately arranged garden paths highlighting many exotic species. Upon arrival you are greeted with bay views before even entering due to the wonderful breezeway design which looks through to the wrap-around covered boat basin and gazebo. As you enter, you are welcomed with a hand forged cascading stairway which brings you to the interior for a knockout view. This sprawling one level home design is only possible because of the double water frontage of 200ft. Unequivocally the ultimate home for entertaining, with a massive relaxing area along with a knockout outdoor kitchen, spa and huge pool with billiards and more. Beautifully remodeled with a cool coastal feel that blends well with the architecture. Deeded beach access.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Zoned
Size5,598 sqft
Lot size2.5 Acres
Year built1975
ParkingAttached, Garage
MLS #224097316
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontBay
ViewBay
Private poolYes
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 7
- Appliances: Wine Cooler
- Flooring Type: Marble, Tile
- Interior: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, High Ceilings, Living/Dining Room, Separate Shower, Elevator, Split Bedrooms, Workshop
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage
- Waterfront: Bay
- View: Bay
- Exterior: Security/High Impact Doors, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Zoned
- List Price: $6,500,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,161
- HOA Amount: $0
- Lot: Oversized Lot, Sprinklers
- Year Built: 1975
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 5,598 SqFt
- Lot Size: 2.5 Acres
- MLS Number: 224097316
- MLS Name: FGC
- Office Name: Kingfisher Real Estate, Inc.
- Office Phone: (239) 472-4411
- Office Email: info@sanibelrealestate.net
- Listing Agent: Phaidra McDermott
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Nearby schools
3
Pine Island Elementary School
Public District KG-5
9.9 mi
•5360 Ridgewood Dr
10
Oasis Charter Elementary School-South
Public Charter KG-5
12.0 mi
•3415 Oasis Blvd
6
Gulf Elementary School
Public District KG-5
12.7 mi
•3400 SW 17th Pl
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $159,884. Typical income of Captiva, FL residents is between $100k-200k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
31%
<35k
10%
35k-100k
43%
100k-200k
16%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
41%
Single, No Kids
0%
Single, with Kids
53%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
2%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
3%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
52%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
NASCAR
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Dick's Sporting Goods
Old Navy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Arbys
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
Lincoln
GMC
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
Adult Hits
New Country
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Frequently asked questions
About 16979 Captiva Dr
The listing price of 16979 Captiva Dr property is $6,500,000.
The property 16979 Captiva Dr is a house located in Captiva, Florida, 33924.
Active Listing: 16979 Captiva Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 16979 Captiva Dr are: Pine Island Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Oasis Charter Elementary School-South (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Gulf Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), The Sanibel School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Oasis Charter Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Gulf Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Oasis Charter High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ida S. Baker High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cape Coral High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
The property at 16979 Captiva Dr has 6 bedrooms and 7 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 16979 Captiva Dr is 5,598 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 16979 Captiva Dr is 1975.
This home is located at 16979 Captiva Dr in Captiva, FL and zip code 33924 in the Captiva Island neighborhood. This 5,598 square foot home, which was built in 1975, sits on a 2.50 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 2, 2024 and is currently priced at $6,500,000.
While more than 0 listings in Captiva, FL in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 5 were sold below. In June 2025 in Captiva, FL there were 0.7% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 92 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,000,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.