Located in the heart of Matlacha, 11494 May Street is a designated historic cottage that captures the character and charm of Old Florida. The home’s original features have been well cared for and have served the sellers comfortably for years. The new owners can enjoy its vintage appeal as is or choose to enhance and modernize it to their taste. With its historical designation, buyers can also raise the home for additional parking or storage, which is a popular trend on the island. Whether you’re a fishing captain, weekend paddler, or simply someone drawn to the leisurely pace of island living, Island Time Begins Here, and this property offers endless potential in one of Southwest Florida’s most unique and evolving waterfront communities.
Active
$329,900
11494 May St, Matlacha, FL 33993
1beds
535sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
3,571.92 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$617/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vintage appealOriginal features
- 55 days |
- 293 |
- 5 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 10, 2025 at 02:14am
Listed by:
Melissa Smith 239-887-2699,
Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.,
Michael McMurray 239-850-7888,
Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS,MLS#: 2025015572
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf Coast
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Screened Porch
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom
- Dimensions: 9.10 x 12.50
Dining room
- Description: Dining Room
- Dimensions: 14.10 x 11.10
Family room
- Description: Family Room
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 17.20
Garage
- Description: Garage
- Dimensions: 24.60 x 11.60
Kitchen
- Description: Kitchen
- Dimensions: 12.10 x 6.60
Screened porch
- Description: Lanai
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 12.40
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Screened Porch
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Jalousie
Interior area
- Total structure area: 535
- Total interior livable area: 535 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Spaces
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Lanai, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: None, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal
- Waterfront features: Canal Access
Lot
- Size: 3,571.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 51 x 70 x 51 x 71
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2444220600000.0310
- Lease amount: $0
- Zoning description: TFC2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Ranch,One Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof: Built-Up,Flat
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Assessment Paid
- Water: Assessment Paid
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Boat Facilities
- Security: None
- Subdivision: ISLAND HARBORS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
- Condo and coop fee: $0
- Membership fee: $0
Location
- Region: Matlacha
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $617/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $252,653
- Annual tax amount: $4,041
- Date on market: 10/17/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 55 days
- Listing terms: All Financing Considered,Cash,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Single Family
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $329,900-7.8%$617/sqft |
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| 4/8/2025 | Listing removed | $358,000$669/sqft |
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| 2/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $358,000$669/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,042 -20.9% | $252,653 -21.7% |
| 2023 | $5,112 +226.9% | $322,783 +183.4% |
| 2022 | $1,564 +0.9% | $113,892 +2.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,098/mo
Principal & interest
$1598
Property taxes
$385
Home insurance
$115
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Island Harbors
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Pine Island Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- 6/10Trafalgar Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 3/10Ida S. Baker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
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