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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,405 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 5 days ago
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Boater's Paradise | No Bridges | Direct Gulf Access | Two Boat Lifts | New 2026 Boat Canopy | Heated Pool | New Pool Controls and Pump | 4-Car Garage | Western Exposure. Welcome to 12235 Boat Shell Dr, where effortless luxury meets true waterfront living in the heart of Matlacha Isles. Offered fully furnished, this beautifully remodeled home delivers the ultimate Southwest Florida lifestyle with no bridges and direct Gulf access-allowing you to be on open water in minutes and Boca Grande Pass in just 30 minutes. Designed for serious boaters, the property features two boat lifts, including a 20,000 lb lift with a new 2026 boat canopy cover for your offshore vessel and a 7,500 lb lift for your daily runabout. With 90 feet of seawall, a composite dock, live bait well, fillet station, and full utility hookups, this is a true waterfront launchpad. Inside, the home showcases porcelain tile flooring, a chef-inspired kitchen with Kenmore Elite appliances, and spa-like bathrooms throughout. The flexible floor plan offers three spacious bedrooms plus a loft, ideal for guests, a home office, or media space. Step outside to your private outdoor oasis featuring an electric heated pool and hot tub, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Gather in the breezeway or enjoy the converted 4-car garage entertainment area, complete with a pool table and 80" TV-ideal for hosting friends and family. Additional highlights include a new AC system and no water intrusion during recent storms, offering peace of mind and long-term value. Whether you're entertaining in style, enjoying quiet sunset views by the dock, or heading out for a day on the water, this home is more than a residence-it's a waterfront lifestyle. Located in the charming community of Matlacha Isles, you'll enjoy vibrant coastal character, unmatched boating access, and the beauty of the Gulf at your doorstep.

Full Property Details for 12235 Boat Shell Dr

General

  • Price: $775,000
  • Taxes: (2023)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Bonita_Springs
  • MLS ID: 2026001561
  • Updated: 1/10/2026
  • Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Split Bedrooms, Den - Study, Loft, Built-In Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator/Freezer, Washer
  • Furnished: Yes
  • Furnishings: Furnished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Shower Only

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Bedroom: Master BR Ground

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Built-In Desk
  • Dining Room: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry: Inside

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: None, Boating
  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Electric Heat
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Description: Heated (Electric)
  • Security/Safety: Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Smoke Detectors

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Gas Grill, Boat Canopy/Cover, Dock, Boat Lift, Captain's Walk, Composite Dock, Dock Included, Elec Avail at dock, Water Avail at Dock, Courtyard
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Open Porch/Lanai, Screened Lanai/Porch, Deck, Patio

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Covered Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached

Location

  • Area: CC43 - Cape Coral Unit 58, 59-61, 76,
  • County: Lee
  • Subdivision: MATLACHA ISLES
  • Building Name: MATLACHA ISLES
  • Driving Directions: Heading West on Pine Island Road, turn right into Matlacha Isls, turn left on Boat Shell and home is on the right-hand side.
  • Direction Faces: East

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Management Type: None

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Assessment Paid
  • Water: Assessment Paid
  • Cable Available: Yes
  • Utility Description: Cable Available

Structural Information

  • Description/Design: Single Family Residence
  • Exterior Const.: Concrete Block, Stucco
  • Roof: Metal
  • Windows: Casement, Shutters - Manual, Decorative Shutters
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Stories in Building: 2
  • Square Feet: 1,405
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
  • Living Area: 1,405 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 2002

Lot Features

  • Property View: Canal, Pool/Club
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.186
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,102
  • Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
  • Lot Dimensions: 60 x 60 x 90 x 90
  • Frontage: Public Road
  • Frontage Feet: 60
  • Fence: Yes
  • Irrigation System: Assessment Paid
  • Lot Features: 3 Lots
  • Zoning: R1-W
  • Lot Description: 3 Lots
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Gulf Access: Yes
  • Water Front Desc.: Canal Front, Navigable Water, Seawall
  • Canal Width: Canal Width 31-80
  • Boat Dock Slip: Yes

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Single Family
  • Multiple Parcels: Yes
  • Legal Description: MATLACHA ISLES UNIT 2 BLK 1 PB19 PG 1 LOT 50 + S 1/2 OF LOT 51
  • Property ID: 18-44-23-04-00001.0500
  • Section: 18
  • Block: 1
  • Lot Number: 50
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Schools serving 12235 Boat Shell Dr

School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
NameGradesDistance
Pine Island Elementary School
5360 Ridgewood Drive, Bokeelia, FL 33922
K-54.3 mi
Trafalgar Middle School
2120 Trafalgar Parkway, Cape Coral, FL 33991
6-82.5 mi
Gulf Middle School, Cape Coral, FL
1809 Southwest 36th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33914
6-84.4 mi
Mariner High School
701 Chiquita Boulevard North, Cape Coral, FL 33993
9-123.3 mi
Ida S. Baker High School
3500 Agualinda Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33914
9-124.2 mi
Cape Coral High School
2300 Santa Barbara Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33991
9-124.9 mi
North Fort Myers High School
5000 Orange Grove Boulevard, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
9-128.8 mi
Island Coast High School
2125 De Navarra Parkway, Cape Coral, FL 33909
9-129.6 mi
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Date
Details
Price
Change
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1/09/2026
Listed
$775,000
22.05%
MLS
1/07/2021
Sold
$635,000
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Tax History for 12235 Boat Shell Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,003
-21%
$477,644
-18%
2024
$8,846
-10%
$580,497
-9%
2023
$9,795
54%
$638,226
61%
2021
$6,371
-41%
$395,248
-46%
2022
$10,878
71%
$726,903
177%
2021
$6,371
64%
$262,316
2%
2019
$3,894
5%
$256,418
6%
2018
$3,726
1%
$242,067
3%
2017
$3,692
1%
$235,333
2%
2016
$3,659
25%
$230,493
-4%
2015
$2,918
-4%
$240,307
1%
2014
$3,043
—
$238,601
7%
2013
$3,031
—
$221,988
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12235 Boat Shell Dr, Matlacha Isles, FL 33991 (MLS# 2026001561) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 12235 Boat Shell Dr is currently listed for $775,000 and was received on January 09, 2026. This property is listed by The Forneris Group from our Cape Coral Office.Want to learn more about 12235 Boat Shell Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Matlacha Isles? You can browse all Matlacha Isles real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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