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Property Description
Discover this beautifully renovated cottage nestled in the Historic Village of Boca Grande, where old-world charm meets modern convenience. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home spans 2,548 square feet and showcases thoughtful upgrades throughout, including a durable metal roof, Hardie plank siding, improved kitchens and bathrooms, and stunning wide plank wood flooring. The heart of the home features an open living area with custom wood ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, a charming cupola that fills the space with natural light and flows to a large 335 sqft screened porch looking over the canal for true indoor-outdoor living. The primary bedroom and additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations, while an in-law suite with kitchenette on the lower level offers flexible living options. You will enjoy the lower-level outdoor living space from the shade of a covered porch or sunbathe around the custom in-ground heated pool and hot tub that create the perfect setting for relaxation. Your waterfront lifestyle includes an impressive 80-foot dock with a covered 20,000-pound boat lift on the Harbor Drive Waterways canal just steps from your back door. Practical amenities abound with dual garages equipped with electric vehicle charging stations, a golf cart charging station, and a convenient laundry room. The circular driveway features classic Chicago brick pavers, while mature landscaping and fencing complete the picturesque setting. Location is everything here - in minutes you can hop on your boat and be cruising Charlotte Harbor; or enjoy a short golf cart ride to the pristine Gulf beaches, charming shops and restaurants of Historic Boca Grande. The renowned Gasparilla Inn, exceptional golf courses, local marinas, and even Coral Creek private airport are all nearby, making this the perfect blend of peaceful retreat and convenient access to island attractions.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 161 1st St E
General
- Price: $5,750,000
- Taxes: $27,417 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: D6145389
- Updated: 1/5/2026
- Added to Site: 11 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1-7 Days
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting
- Spa Description: Above Ground
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Sprinkler Metered
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Parking Pad, Split Garage
Location
- Area: 33921 - Boca Grande (PO BOX)
- County: Lee
- Development Name: 33921 - Boca Grande (PO BOX)
- Subdivision: HARBOR DRIVE WATERWAYS
- Driving Directions: Cross Boca Grande Causeway ($6 toll) and follow Gasparilla Road to stop at 5th Street. Continue straight (Park Avenue) to 1st street and make a left. House on left side of road, 161 1st Street E.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: The Island School
- Middle School: L.A. Ainger Middle
- High School: Lemon Bay High
Community
- Community Name: 33921 - Boca Grande (PO BOX)
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water District: HARBOR DRIVE WATERWAYS CANAL
- Water: Private
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Street Lights, Water Available, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Custom
- Architectural Style: Custom
- Exterior Const.: HardiPlank Type, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 2,548
- Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
- Year Built: 1983
Lot Features
- Property View: Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,235
- Lot Size: 9235
- Lot Dimensions: 116 x 80
- Frontage: Street Paved
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved, Asphalt
- Fencing (Description): Vinyl
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Canal - Saltwater
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water Front Name: HARBOR DRIVE WATERWAYS CANAL
- Water Front Desc.: Saltwater Canal
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $27,417.31
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: HARBOR DR.WATERWAYS PB 25 PG 55 DESC OR 1273 PG 1287 LOT 18
- Flood Zone Info: AE
- APN: 1443200800000.018
- Property ID: 1443200800000.018
- Block/Lot/Section: 1
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Schools
Schools serving 161 1st St E
School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
The Island School 135 1st Street West, Boca Grande, FL 33921 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
The Sanibel School 3840 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, FL 33957 | 6-8 | 22.4 mi |
Mariner High School 701 Chiquita Boulevard North, Cape Coral, FL 33993 | 9-12 | 16.6 mi |
Ida S. Baker High School 3500 Agualinda Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33914 | 9-12 | 18.6 mi |
Cape Coral High School 2300 Santa Barbara Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33991 | 9-12 | 19.7 mi |
Island Coast High School 2125 De Navarra Parkway, Cape Coral, FL 33909 | 9-12 | 20.4 mi |
North Fort Myers High School 5000 Orange Grove Boulevard, North Fort Myers, FL 33903 | 9-12 | 22.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 161 1st St E
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/05/2026
Listed
$5,750,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 161 1st St E
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$27,951
2%
$2,249,421
3%
2024
$27,417
2%
$2,186,026
3%
2023
$26,825
2%
$2,122,355
6%
2021
$26,242
1%
$2,000,523
-3%
2022
$26,108
-1%
$2,060,539
12%
2021
$26,242
11%
$1,832,206
16%
2018
$23,620
9%
$1,585,654
1%
2017
$21,723
-2%
$1,564,930
-8%
2016
$22,074
23%
$1,696,695
42%
2015
$18,001
-7%
$1,191,325
-7%
2014
$19,278
-20%
$1,285,094
-26%
2019
$24,218
38%
$1,744,219
53%
2013
$17,594
—
$1,140,686
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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161 1st Street E, Boca Grande, FL 33921 (MLS# D6145389) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 161 1st Street E is currently listed for $5,750,000 and was received on January 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 161 1st Street E? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Boca Grande? You can browse all Boca Grande real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

