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$12,000,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 5,475 Sq. Ft.
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A True Beachfront Masterpiece on the Prestigious West Gulf Drive on Sanibel and Captiva islands that represents one of the most remarkable properties available. Created by the esteemed AJO Joyce Owen's Architecture and completed in 2019, this modern island home sets a new standard in luxury and minimalist design, exceeding all expectations. With 5,475 square feet of air-conditioned living space and a total of 7,330 square feet of space dedicated to enjoyment, this residence stands out as a pinnacle of the Southwest Florida lifestyle . Key features and amenities include:- Siematic German kitchen cabinetry, Custom concrete countertops and sinks, Italian VIVA doors and hardware Duravit bathroom fixtures, Hand-blown glass lighting fixtures by John Pomp, Premium German and Italian furniture, Fleetwood & Eurowall windows and doors, Limestone flooring, an exquisite custom cantilevered metal and glass exterior staircase, Control 4 system for whole-house automated audio/video, A private driveway gate, and that's just the beginning. This home not only offers an unparalleled beachfront living experience but does so with an attention to detail and a level of design sophistication often seen on the shores of Naples and Miami Beach - and now - on Sanibel Island.

Full Property Details for 4257 W Gulf Dr

General

  • Price: $12,000,000
  • Taxes: $67,211 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Bonita_Springs
  • MLS ID: 2025017463
  • Updated: 11/3/2025
  • Added to Site: 75 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Elevator, Central Vacuum, Great Room, Split Bedrooms, Den - Study, Media Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Guest Bath, Guest Room, Home Office, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Volume Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Wired for Sound, Bar, Built-In Cabinets, Wired for Data, Closet Cabinets, Custom Mirrors
  • Appliances: Wine Cooler, Tankless Water Heater, Wall Oven, Washer, Microwave, Other, Pot Filler, Range, Refrigerator with Icemaker, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer
  • Furnishings: Partially
  • Flooring: Other

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Dual Sinks, Separate Tub And Shower

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Master BR Sitting Area, Master BR Ground

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Kitchen Island, Walk-In Pantry
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Room, Dining - Living, Formal
  • Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, Inside, Sink

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: None, No Subdivision
  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: In Ground, Concrete, Custom Upgrades, Equipment Stays, Gas Heat
  • Security/Safety: Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Smoke Detectors
  • Equipment: Home Automation, Generator

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Outdoor Shower, Automatic Sprinkler, Storage
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Open Porch/Lanai, Deck, Patio

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Covered Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: 2+ Spaces, Covered, Driveway Paved, Load Space, Paved, Garage Door Opener, Attached

Location

  • Area: SI01 - Sanibel Island
  • County: Lee
  • Subdivision: METES AND BOUNDS
  • Building Name: METES AND BOUNDS
  • Direction Faces: Northeast

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None
  • Units Assoc/Comm: 1
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Management Type: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Electric, Zoned
  • Heating Type: Central Electric, Zoned

Utilities

  • Gas: Propane
  • Sewer: Central
  • Water: Central
  • Cable Available: Yes
  • Utility Description: Propane, Cable Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, See Remarks
  • Description/Design: Single Family Residence
  • Exterior Const.: Concrete Block, Elevated, Stone, Stucco
  • Roof: Metal
  • Windows: Impact Resistant, Sliding, Impact Resistant Windows
  • Doors: Impact Resistant Doors
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Stories in Building: 2
  • Square Feet: 5,475
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
  • Living Area: 5,475 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 2019

Lot Features

  • Property View: Gulf, Landscaped Area, Water
  • Lot Size (Acres): 1
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 43,560
  • Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
  • Lot Dimensions: 110 x 102 x 454 x 478
  • Frontage: Public Road
  • Frontage Feet: 110
  • Fence: Yes
  • Irrigation System: Central
  • Lot Features: Oversize
  • Lot Description: Oversize
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Gulf Access: Yes
  • Water Front Desc.: Gulf Frontage
  • Canal Width: None

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $67,211
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Single Family
  • Legal Description: FROM A PT 1604 FT S + 1953.38 FT W OF NE SEC COR DEFLECT 43 DEG 30 MIN 40
  • Property ID: 29-46-22-T2-00007.0040
  • Section: 29
  • Block: 7
  • Lot Number: 4

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Schools serving 4257 W Gulf Dr

School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
NameGradesDistance
The Sanibel School
3840 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, FL 33957
6-80.9 mi
Cypress Lake Middle School
8901 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919
6-815.8 mi
Cypress Lake High School
6750 Panther Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33919
9-1215.7 mi
South Fort Myers High School
14020 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912
9-1218.6 mi
Fort Myers High School
2635 Cortez Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33901
9-1220.2 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 4257 W Gulf Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/03/2025
Listed
$12,000,000
184.02%
MLS
8/31/2016
Sold
$4,225,000
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Tax History for 4257 W Gulf Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$68,872
2%
$4,929,695
3%
2024
$67,211
1%
$4,790,763
3%
2023
$66,270
7%
$4,651,226
6%
2021
$62,217
1%
$4,384,226
-3%
2022
$61,536
-1%
$4,515,753
9%
2021
$62,217
77%
$4,140,008
73%
2019
$35,178
-1%
$2,400,000
—
2018
$35,603
-42%
$2,400,000
-41%
2017
$61,556
62%
$4,034,280
63%
2016
$38,102
-2%
$2,479,695
-29%
2015
$38,870
—
$3,479,097
2%
2014
$38,981
-1%
$3,426,908
10%
2013
$39,201
—
$3,118,962
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4257 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957 (MLS# 2025017463) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 4257 W Gulf Dr is currently listed for $12,000,000 and was received on November 03, 2025. Want to learn more about 4257 W Gulf Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sanibel? You can browse all Sanibel real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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