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Property Description
THIS IS A SHORT SALE! Deeded Beach Access! Opportunity is knocking! Answer the door! One of Captiva's most iconic residences resting on over 2.5 acres with 200 ft of bay-frontage overlooking the sparkling waters toward the preservation land beyond. Situated on a peninsula this property affords unparalleled wide water views unlike any other on the islands. As you approach up the shell drive you are surrounded by mature specimen plantings from around the globe that can only come with decades of establishment and deliberately arranged garden paths highlighting many exotic species. Upon arrival you are greeted with bay views before even entering due to the wonderful breezeway design which looks through to the wrap-around covered boat basin and gazebo. As you enter, you are welcomed with a hand forged cascading stairway which brings you to the interior for a knockout view. This sprawling one level home design is only possible because of the double water frontage of 200ft. Unequivocally the ultimate home for entertaining, with a massive relaxing area along with a knockout outdoor kitchen, spa and huge pool with billiards and more. Beautifully remodeled with a cool coastal feel that blends well with the architecture. Deeded beach access.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 16979 Captiva Dr
General
- Price: $5,700,000
- Taxes: (2022)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 224097316
- Updated: 2/26/2026
- Added to Site: 458 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: 7
- Min. Lease (Days): 7
Interior
- Interior Features: Elevator, Split Bedrooms, Den - Study, Workshop, Volume Ceiling
- Appliances: Wine Cooler
- Furnished: Yes
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Marble, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 8
- Full Bathrooms: 7
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Dual Sinks, Separate Tub And Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Dining Room: Dining - Living
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Beach Access, Non-Gated
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Equipment Stays, Pool Bath
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: In Ground
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detectors
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Dock, Elec Avail at dock, Water Avail at Dock, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower, Automatic Sprinkler
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Open Porch/Lanai, Screened Lanai/Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached
Location
- Area: CI01 - Captiva Island
- County: Lee
- Subdivision: METES AND BOUNDS
- Building Name: METES AND BOUNDS
- Direction Faces: West
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
- Units Assoc/Comm: 2
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Management Type: None
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Electric, Zoned
- Heating Type: Central Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Central
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Description/Design: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Elevated, Piling
- Roof: Metal, Shingle
- Windows: Impact Resistant, Sliding, Impact Resistant Windows
- Doors: Impact Resistant Doors
- Entry Floor Number: 2
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Stories in Building: 2
- Square Feet: 5,598
- Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Living Area: 5,598 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1975
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guest House
Lot Features
- Property View: Bay
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.5
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 108,900
- Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Irrigation System: Central
- Lot Features: Oversize
- Zoning: RSC2
- Lot Description: Oversize
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Gulf Access: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Bay
- Canal Width: Canal Width 200+
Financial Considerations
- Tax Year: 2022
- Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Single Family
- Special Conditions: Short Sale
- Legal Description: PARL IN GL 7 AS DESC OR 1870 PG 2376
- Property ID: 02-46-21-00-00017.007A
- Section: 2
- Block: 17
- Lot Number: 7A
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Schools
Schools serving 16979 Captiva Dr
School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
The Sanibel School 3840 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, FL 33957 | 6-8 | 5 mi |
Cypress Lake Middle School 8901 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 6-8 | 17.8 mi |
Cypress Lake High School 6750 Panther Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 9-12 | 17.7 mi |
South Fort Myers High School 14020 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | 9-12 | 21 mi |
Fort Myers High School 2635 Cortez Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33901 | 9-12 | 21.2 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 16979 Captiva Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/26/2026
Price Increased
$5,700,000
16.33%
MLS
11/18/2025
Price Reduced
$4,900,000
-10.91%
MLS
11/12/2025
Price Reduced
$5,500,000
-15.38%
MLS
4/21/2025
Price Increased
$6,500,000
14.14%
MLS
4/09/2025
Price Reduced
$5,694,700
—
MLS
4/08/2025
Price Reduced
$5,694,800
—
MLS
3/31/2025
Price Reduced
$5,694,900
—
MLS
3/19/2025
Price Reduced
$5,695,000
-17.46%
MLS
2/12/2025
Price Reduced
$6,900,000
-8%
MLS
1/10/2025
Price Reduced
$7,500,000
-8.54%
MLS
12/02/2024
Listed
$8,200,000
—
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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16979 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924 (MLS# 224097316) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 7 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 16979 Captiva Dr is currently listed for $5,700,000 and was received on December 02, 2024. Want to learn more about 16979 Captiva Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Captiva? You can browse all Captiva real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

