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Property Description
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
Full Property Details for 4257 W Gulf Dr
General
- Sold For: $9,500,000
- Taxes: $67,211 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 2025017463
- Added to Site: 143 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Elevator, Central Vacuum, Great Room, Split Bedrooms, Den - Study, Exercise Room, Family Room, Guest Bath, Guest Room, Home Office, Media Room, Recreation Room, Bar, Built-In Cabinets, Wired for Data, Closet Cabinets, Custom Mirrors, Entrance Foyer, Volume Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Wired for Sound, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Wine Cooler, Range, Refrigerator with Icemaker, Tankless Water Heater, Wall Oven, Freezer, Microwave, Other, Pot Filler
- 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: Generator, Home Automation
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
Listed by Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc. and Kingfisher Real Estate, Inc.
Sold by Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
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Schools
Schools serving 4257 W Gulf 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 | 0.9 mi |
Cypress Lake Middle School 8901 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 6-8 | 15.8 mi |
Cypress Lake High School 6750 Panther Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 9-12 | 15.7 mi |
South Fort Myers High School 14020 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | 9-12 | 18.6 mi |
Fort Myers High School 2635 Cortez Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33901 | 9-12 | 20.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 4257 W Gulf Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/19/2026
Sold
$9,500,000
-4.52%
MLS
2/07/2026
Price Reduced
$9,950,000
-17.08%
MLS
11/03/2025
Listed
$12,000,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
4257 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957 (MLS# 2025017463) is a Single Family property that was sold at $9,500,000 on March 19, 2026. 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.

