4961 Galt Island Ave Saint James City, FL 33956
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About 4961 Galt Island Ave
Welcome to Galt Island in beautiful St. James City! Galt Island is a private gated community in the heart of SouthWest Florida. This custom built home is island living at it's finest. Completely renovated in 2024! This home received an Architectural Award in 1998, Sitting directly on Pine Island Sound this home offers unparalleled views of the Sound, those beautiful SWFL Sunsets, and tons of marine life to share your days & evenings with! Offering immediate access to Pine Island Sound, San Carlos Bay and the Gulf! This newly renovated 3BR 2 -1/2 BA home also features gorgeous hardwood floors, large great room with a beautiful fireplace, a balcony on the 2nd floor overlooking the living area, 2 Master Suites, a finished downstairs guest room with 2BR, 1BA and a large living area overlooking the pool & cabana. 2-10,000 lb boat lifts with dock, 900sq ft boat house and a gorgeous pool, 8000 watt generator, 2 outdoor covered sitting areas on the 2nd floor and a tanning area off the Master bedroom on the 3rd floor. Home has been upgraded since hurricane Ian with over $400k in renovations! A new pool cage, rebuilt pool, new roof (2023), new dock, new landscaping, new BA (downstairs) new interior walls(downstairs), new electrical and freshly painted. It's perfect and ready to be your new Island home! Agents, there is a 2023 Godfrey Auqua Patio 255 SDE 26' with 300 HP available for separate purchase! Be sure to view both virtual tours of this gorgeous home!!
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Built-in Features, Bathtub, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Family/Dining Room, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Multiple Primary Suites, Pantry, Sitting Area in Primary, Separate Shower, Upper Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Split Bedrooms
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Paved
- Waterfront: Bay
- View: Bay
- Exterior: Courtyard
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, Two Story, Spanish
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $2,674,000
- Price/SqFt: $700
- HOA Amount: $1500 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $18,238
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Oversized Lot
- Year Built: 1997
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,820 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.676 Acres
- MLS Number: 224101974
- MLS Name: SWFL
- Office Name: John R. Wood Properties
- Office Phone: (239) 283-1028
- Office Email: jrichter@johnrwood.com
- Listing Agent: Paula Barwick
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2014 | Home Sold | $1,165,000 |
| Jun 05, 2009 | Home Sold | $885,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,351,495 | $18,238 |
| 2022 | $1,300,384 | $16,745 |
| 2021 | $903,433 | $16,745 |
| 2020 | $902,769 | $14,221 |
| 2019 | $889,066 | $14,425 |
| 2018 | $897,142 | $14,804 |
| 2017 | $910,875 | $15,394 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Pine Island Elementary School
Public District KG-5
6.9 mi
•5360 Ridgewood Dr
10
Oasis Charter Elementary School-South
Public Charter KG-5
7.3 mi
•3415 Oasis Blvd
6
Gulf Elementary School
Public District KG-5
7.8 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 $34,231. The most common annual income of people living in Saint James City, FL is less than $<35k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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Figure Skating
NASCAR
Hunting
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Dillards
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Applebees
Hardee's
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Oldsmobile
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
Oldies
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About 4961 Galt Island Ave
The listing price of 4961 Galt Island Ave property is $2,674,000.
The property 4961 Galt Island Ave is a house located in Saint James City, Florida, 33956.
Active Listing: 4961 Galt Island Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 4961 Galt Island Ave 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).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $18,238 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 11, 2014 for $1,165,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 4961 Galt Island Ave has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 4961 Galt Island Ave is 3,820 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 4961 Galt Island Ave is 1997.
This home is located at 4961 Galt Island Ave in Saint James City, FL and zip code 33956. This 3,820 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.68 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 16, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,674,000.
While more than 0 listings in Saint James City, FL in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 7 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Saint James City, FL between May and June 2025 increased by 6.6%. Listings spent 115 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $588,250 during the same period.