Welcome to your private island retreat on Captiva Island, where tropical elegance, direct boating access, and beachside living come together in one extraordinary property. Nestled amid lush native landscaping and swaying palms, this waterfront home offers the rare combination of private dockage, direct boating access to the Gulf waters and surrounding islands, and beach access with parking just steps away at Blind Pass. Designed to embrace the beauty of its island surroundings, the residence exudes timeless coastal charm with bright, light-filled interiors, soaring ceilings, arched windows and doors, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Outside, a resort-style pool is surrounded by mature tropical gardens, creating a peaceful sanctuary for relaxation and entertaining. A private dock tucked along the natural shoreline provides a serene setting for launching a boat, kayak, or paddleboard. From the private dock, enjoy direct boating access via Roosevelt Channel to Pine Island Sound, the Gulf of Mexico, North Captiva, Cayo Costa, and world-class fishing, shelling, cruising, and waterfront dining destinations throughout Southwest Florida. Whether setting out for a day on the water or exploring nearby islands, this exceptional location offers the very best of the island boating lifestyle. Thoughtfully designed with four spacious bedrooms and multiple deck spaces on either side of the home, the residence offers inviting places to relax and take in the tropical surroundings. Wonderfully appointed with an eclectic island vibe, it perfectly captures the laid-back elegance that defines Captiva living. The residence has also enjoyed a strong history as a successful vacation rental, offering owners the ability to offset carrying costs while preserving flexibility for personal use. Whether you're enjoying sunrise walks along Captiva's pristine beaches, afternoons on the water, or evenings by the pool beneath the palms, this exceptional property captures the essence of island living. Private, tranquil, and surrounded by nature, it is a rare opportunity to own a true Captiva Island retreat where boating, beach, and investment potential meet.
For sale
$2,695,000
16785 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924
4beds
2,962sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.37 Acres Lot
$2,427,200 Zestimate®
$910/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beachside livingPrivate dockageTimeless coastal charmFour spacious bedroomsArched windows and doorsDirect boating accessBright light-filled interiors
- 135 days
- 529
- 21
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Phaidra A McDermott 239-898-3778,
Kingfisher Real Estate Inc.
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2260534
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: DR/LR Combo, Kitchen, Laundry, Great Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Porch, Sitting Area
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dbl Sinks, Sep. Shower, Sep. Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, High Ceilings, Split Bedrooms
- Flooring: Stone, Tile
- Doors: French Doors, Impact Resistant Doors
- Windows: Impact Resistant Windows, Single Hung
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,929
- Total interior livable area: 2,962 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Separate Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open Porch, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Storage, Dock, Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Diamond Brite, Electric Heat, Equipment Stays, Private
- Fencing: Partial,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Canal, Intracoastal, Lawn/Garden, Roosevelt Channel
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Canal,Intracoastal,Roosevelt Channel
- Waterfront features: Canal Salt, Intracoastal, Mangroves, Navigable Water, No Bridge, Roosevelt Channel, Bayfront
- Body of water: Roosevelt Channel
- Frontage length: 51
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 02462100000110000
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Beach House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Const. Complete, Frame, Stucco
- Foundation: Raised, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Public, Irrigation System
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Captiva Landings
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Captiva
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $910/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,350,274
- Annual tax amount: $18,993
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 136 days
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash
- Lease term: Weekly
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$2,427,200
$2.31M - $2.55M
$6,752/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,695,000+113.9%$910/sqft |
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| 10/13/2015 | Sold | $1,260,000-9.7%$425/sqft |
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| 8/18/2015 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$471/sqft |
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| 7/16/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000$471/sqft |
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| 7/6/2015 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$471/sqft |
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| 4/13/2015 | Price change | $1,395,000-10%$471/sqft |
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| 3/27/2015 | Price change | $1,550,000-4.9%$523/sqft |
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| 3/18/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,630,000-0.9%$550/sqft |
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| 7/17/2014 | Price change | $1,645,000-2.9%$555/sqft |
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| 7/4/2014 | Price change | $1,695,000-3.1%$572/sqft |
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| 5/29/2014 | Price change | $1,749,000-2.6%$590/sqft |
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| 1/18/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000-23.6%$606/sqft |
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| 6/20/2013 | Listed for sale | $2,350,000+176.5%$793/sqft |
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| 6/19/2002 | Sold | $850,000$287/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,284 +7.6% | $1,350,274 +8.1% |
| 2024 | $17,930 -18.9% | $1,248,933 -17.1% |
| 2023 | $22,102 +0.2% | $1,506,123 +8.2% |
| 2022 | $22,057 +22.3% | $1,391,833 +10% |
| 2021 | $18,040 +1.1% | $1,265,303 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $17,845 -1.5% | $1,234,655 -0.8% |
| 2019 | $18,110 | $1,245,162 +3.1% |
| 2018 | $18,110 +2.4% | $1,208,014 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $17,689 -0.1% | $1,187,005 +3.5% |
| 2016 | $17,705 +2.6% | $1,146,693 +0.9% |
| 2015 | $17,258 -0.1% | $1,136,902 +12.7% |
| 2014 | $17,282 +9.6% | $1,008,414 -15.7% |
| 2013 | $15,776 +19.4% | $1,195,808 +41.2% |
| 2012 | $13,210 +1.2% | $846,820 +1.4% |
| 2011 | $13,053 -0.7% | $835,385 +0.3% |
| 2010 | $13,146 -2.5% | $833,140 -6.6% |
| 2009 | $13,477 +5.8% | $892,180 -0.7% |
| 2007 | $12,739 -2.3% | $898,620 +2.7% |
| 2006 | $13,034 -2.7% | $875,230 +12.2% |
| 2004 | $13,402 -0.3% | $780,170 +4.2% |
| 2003 | $13,448 -3.1% | $748,940 -1.7% |
| 2002 | $13,880 | $761,680 +45.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $524,440 |
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