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$5,150,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,202 Sq. Ft.
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Welcome to your dream waterfront retreat in beautiful Boca Grande. 257 Waterways Avenue is one of sixteen properties located on the Waterways Basin, providing long water views and added privacy. This a rare opportunity to own a boater's paradise so close to the village. The thoughtfully designed 3,202 square-foot residence features four bedrooms, including three private suites, plus a dedicated office or den. The interior showcases elegant vaulted ceilings, built in cabinetry and pine flooring throughout the majority of the residence. Impact glass windows and doors provide peace of mind during storm season. Outdoor living reaches new heights with a heated pool and spa surrounded by a distinctive Chicago brick deck. The sunroom, wrapped in windows, provides the perfect spot to watch the marine life play in the basin. Built with quality in mind, the home boasts durable Hardi Plank siding and a raised seam metal roof, complemented by classic Bermuda shutters. For boating enthusiasts, the private dock with two 6,000-pound lifts offers quick access to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico. The house also features a thoughtfully designed air-conditioned tackle room and additional storage space. The mature landscaping creates a lush, tropical backdrop for this waterfront haven. Whether you're `entertaining in the spacious interior, relaxing by the pool, or watching the manatees and dolphins from your dock, this home delivers the quintessential Florida lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Don't miss the opportunity to make this coastal gem your own piece of paradise.

Full Property Details for 257 Waterways Ave

General

  • Sold For: $5,150,000
  • Taxes: $10,912 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: D6141031
  • Added to Site: 353 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 1-7 Days

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Gas
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Washer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Laundry Room

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, In Ground
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Description: Heated, In Ground

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Deck/Patio: Deck, Patio, Rear Porch
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio, Rear Porch

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway

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) follow to stop sign at 5th street (approximately 4 miles). Left on 5th Street, right on Lee Avenue. Left on Waterways Avenue and house is on left, 257 Waterways Avenue.
  • 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)
  • Number of Pets: 10

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water District: WATERWAYS BASIN
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Coastal
  • Architectural Style: Coastal
  • Exterior Const.: HardiPlank Type
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories/Levels: Multi/Split
  • Square Feet: 3,202
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
  • Living Area: 3,202 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1995

Lot Features

  • Property View: Water
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,579
  • Lot Size: 7579
  • Lot Dimensions: 74 x 99 x 79 x 99
  • Frontage: Street Paved
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved
  • Fencing (Description): Other

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Desc: Bayou, Canal - Saltwater, Gulf/Ocean to Bay
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water Front Name: WATERWAYS BASIN
  • Water Front Desc.: Bayou

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $10,912.03
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: HARBOR DR.WATERWAYS PB 25 PG 55 LOT 56
  • Flood Zone Info: AE
  • APN: 1443200800000.056
  • Property ID: 1443200800000.056

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Sold by Gulf To Bay Sotheby's Internat

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Schools serving 257 Waterways Ave

School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
NameGradesDistance
The Island School
135 1st Street West, Boca Grande, FL 33921
K-50.3 mi
Mariner Middle School
425 Chiquita Boulevard North, Cape Coral, FL 33993
6-816.6 mi
Trafalgar Middle School
2120 Trafalgar Parkway, Cape Coral, FL 33991
6-817.3 mi
Gulf Middle School, Cape Coral, FL
1809 Southwest 36th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33914
6-818.8 mi
Mariner High School
701 Chiquita Boulevard North, Cape Coral, FL 33993
9-1216.6 mi
Ida S. Baker High School
3500 Agualinda Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33914
9-1218.6 mi
Cape Coral High School
2300 Santa Barbara Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33991
9-1219.8 mi
Challenger Middle School, Cape Coral, FL
624 Trafalgar Parkway, Cape Coral, FL 33991
6-818.8 mi
Diplomat Middle School
1039 Northeast 16th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33909
6-819.5 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 257 Waterways Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2025
Sold
$5,150,000
-12.71%
MLS
3/25/2025
Price Reduced
$5,900,000
-9.23%
MLS
3/04/2025
Listed
$6,500,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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257 Waterways Avenue, Boca Grande, FL 33921 (MLS# D6141031) is a Single Family property that was sold at $5,150,000 on May 01, 2025. Want to learn more about 257 Waterways Avenue? 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.