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16530 Captiva Drive Captiva FL 33924

$12,500,000
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16530 Captiva Drive, Captiva, FL 33924 - MLS#225024734 16530 Captiva Drive, Captiva, FL 33924 - MLS#225024734 16530 Captiva Drive, Captiva, FL 33924 - MLS#225024734 16530 Captiva Drive, Captiva, FL 33924 - MLS#225024734

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Overview of 16530 Captiva Dr

5 Bedrooms
5/1 Bathrooms
3 Car Garage
10,586 Square Feet
5,843SF Living Area
Pool:
Yes
Water
Year Built 1956
Listed For 214 Days

The crown jewel of captiva island, the one and only sandpiper estate. For the first time ever, the iconic sandpiper estate is available for purchase, presenting an extraordinary opportunity to own a legacy property on captiva island’s prestigious gold coast. Spanning 200 feet of prime sandy beach frontage, this breathtaking estate is a rare sanctuary where timeless elegance meets coastal tranquility. Designed for privacy, relaxation, and entertaining, the estate has been cherished for over 40 years as a treasured family retreat and now, it’s ready for its next fortunate owner. The main residence is a masterpiece of waterfront luxury, featuring 3-4 private bedrooms, a spacious central gathering area, and a fantastic kitchen with panoramic gulf views. A grand dining area offers an elegant setting for entertaining, while a private study provides a quiet retreat. The home seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living, with an expansive screened lanai, multiple lounging decks, and breathtaking views from every angle. The outdoor spaces feel like a private resort, complete with a spectacular pool area offering unparalleled privacy and stunning waterfront views. Just off the pool, a charming beachside bungalow provides additional accommodations with two guest suites, each with en-suite baths, and a spacious family room for relaxing by the shore. The estate also includes a private tennis court, an additional 2 br guest house or caretakers quarters, and lush tropical landscaping, creating a secluded and serene retreat. For those seeking the ultimate private estate, two adjacent properties, owned by this same owner, 16548 captiva drive and 16543 captiva drive are also available, allowing for the creation of an unmatched beach to bay front compound that offers a total of 300 ft of beach frontage, 100 ft of bay frontage with well over 5.25 acres total. This opportunity is more than a home; its a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an iconic piece of captiva island.

This luxury single family home was built in 1956 and features 5 bedrooms, and 5 full bathrooms plus 1 half bath. This home for sale is 10,586 square feet, with 5,843 sq ft being air conditioned living space. The home has a 3 car garage and has a private swimming pool.

Please contact your ZFC agent for more information about MLS# 225024734 or any other homes for sale in Captiva or elsewhere in the Lee County area.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Other Equipment

Generator

Architecture

See Remarks

Cooling

Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric, Zoned

Heating

Central, Electric

Flooring

Tile, Wood

Parking

Attached, Driveway, Garage, Guest, Two Spaces, Unpaved, Garage Door Opener

Lot Dimensions

191 x 455 x 192 x 471

Lot Size

Acres

View

Gulf, Tennis Court, Water view

Construction Materials

Wood Siding, Wood Frame

Security Features

Burglar Alarm Monitored, Security System, Smoke Detectors

Interior Features

Built In Features, Entrance Foyer, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Living Dining Room, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Sitting Area In Primary, See Remarks, Elevator, Home Office, Split Bedrooms, Workshop

Furnished

Unfurnished

Exterior Features

Courtyard, Deck, Other, Room For Pool, Storage, Tennis Courts

Lot Features

Oversized Lot

Property Condition

Resale

Patio And Porch Features

Balcony, Deck, Lanai, Open, Porch, Screened

Pool Features

In Ground, Pool Equipment

Roof

Metal

Window Features

Sliding, Shutters

Utilities

Cable Available

Waterfront Features

Gulf, Navigable Water

Irrigation Source

Municipal

Laundry

Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Tub

Year Built

1956

Pets Allowed

Yes

Annual Real Estate Taxes

$114,810 (2024)

Legal Description

Beg 1000 Ft S Of Ne Cor Govt Lot 3 W To W Si Co Rd + Pob Sly Alg W Si Rd

Property Type

Single Family Home

Association Fee Includes

None

Association Amenities

None

Other Structures

Gazebo, Outbuilding

Community Features

Non Gated, Tennis Courts

Direction Faces

East

MLS Number

225024734

Universal Property Id

U S-12071-N-03462100000080000-R-N

Days On Market

214

Community Name

Metes And Bounds

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The payment calculator figures for 16530 Captiva Dr should be used as an estimate only. Loan terms including interest rate, and required downpayment will vary with each lender and/or individual. RE taxes for this home for sale are estimated based on the actual property taxes for this property for the tax year 2024 which are $114,810 but will likely change when this home sells. These estimations are calculated from a list price of $12,500,000 and a 25% down payment and do not include homeowners insurance which will vary greatly depending on the home characteristics and location.

Recent Home Sales near 16530 Dr

Address Sale Price Bed Bth Size Location Sale Date
16310 Captiva DR $Log in to view 4 5/1 8,289SF Metes And Bounds 12/31/2024
15155 Wiles DR $Log in to view 3 2/0 2,347SF Metes And Bounds 07/07/2025
16486/488 Captiva DR $Log in to view 6 8/1 23,089SF Metes And Bounds 06/03/2025
11527 Wightman LN $Log in to view 3 2/0 1,706SF Metes And Bounds 01/17/2025
1119 Schefflera CT $Log in to view 5 4/1 8,528SF South Seas Plantation Resort 12/23/2024

MLS# 225024734 Listing History

03/06/2025 Listed for sale by Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc. with MLS# 225024734 with a list price of $12,500,000.

Lee County Schools

Elementary School

Middle School

This listing of 16530 Dr Captiva FL 33924 was last updated on 2025-09-23 18:00:14. Listing courtesy of Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc..
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