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738 Anchor Drive

Sanibel, FL 33957
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,692

Sqft

Acres0.32

Acre(Lot)

There are homes that impress, and there are homes that linger in memory long after the visit is over. The difference is often found in the details, the subtle nuances that quietly elevate a property from exceptional to irreplaceable. Along Sanibel Island’s desirable east end, this remarkable waterfront retreat is defined by those rare distinctions. Tucked away along the charming, tree-lined stretch of Anchor Drive, one of Sanibel’s sought-after streets, the setting alone is extraordinary. Unlike many island roads that simply end at the water, Anchor Drive transitions into a picturesque brick-paver lane leading to a private footbridge that gently crosses the canal and delivers residents directly to beach access beyond. It is a feature few properties on the island can claim, an effortless co nnection between boating and beach lifestyles, where morning bike rides to the Gulf and sunset visits along the sand become part of everyday life. Positioned at one of the desirable locations along the street, this exceptional residence commands a breathtaking setting where a serene mangrove-lined canal meets a wide sea walled canal, creating panoramic and breathtaking water vistas. With an impressive 180 feet of canal frontage, the property offers not only extraordinary privacy and scenery but also enhanced maneuverability, expanded dockage and direct boating advantages. The substantial private dock and lift can accommodate significantly larger vessels than most neighboring properties, delivering a yachter’s lifestyle with wonderful Gulf access. Surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and enveloped in complete privacy, the home itself has been beautifully reimagined through an extensive remodel that blends refined island elegance with relaxed coastal sophistication. Thoughtfully curated interiors are complemented by designer furnishings, inviting gathering spaces and richly appointed finishes throughout. Expanses of beautiful flooring guide you through multiple living and sitting areas designed equally for intimate relaxation and effortless entertaining. At the center of the home, a stunning chef’s kitchen with an expansive island serves as the natural focal point, seamlessly connecting the interiors to the spectacular outdoor setting beyond. Walls of impact glass draw the eye outward to the screened pool enclosure, tranquil waterways and swaying tropical landscape, creating a constant sense of connection to the island’s natural beauty. This is more than a waterfront home. It is a rare convergence of location, boating access, beach proximity, privacy and lifestyle, the kind of property whose value reveals itself not in a single feature but in the extraordinary way every element comes together.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $2,450,000

AD Id : 78318722

MLS Id : 2026021393

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.32 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,692

Year Built : 1973

Garage : 2

County : Lee

Subdivision: Shell Harbor

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

    Roofing Information

    Tile

    Flooring Information

    Other, Tile
  • Interior Features

    BreakfastBar, TrayCeilings, DualSinks, Other, ShowerOnly, SeparateShower, HomeOffice
    Roof: Tile
    Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
    Laundry Features: Inside
    Window Features: Sliding, ImpactGlass
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central, Electric Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: CentralAir, CeilingFans, Electric Water front: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1973
    Building Area Total: 4526
    Construction Materials: Block, Other, Concrete, Stucco
    Stories: 1
    Patio And Porch Features: Lanai, Porch, Screened
    Pool Features: ElectricHeat, Heated, InGround, ScreenEnclosure
    Private Pool: Yes
    Water front Features: CanalAccess,AcrossTheRoadWaterFrontage
    View: Canal
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: SecurityHighImpactDoors, Other

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 0.32 Lot Size Acres: 0.32 Lot Size Source: Appraiser Lot Description: IrregularLot

    Property Information

    Subdivision: SHELL HARBOR Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Direction Faces: Southeast Property Age: 53

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $2450000
    AllFinancingConsidered, Cash

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 20-46-23-T4-00002.0350 Tax Lot: 35 Tax Block: 2 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $12109.34 Tax Legal Desc: FR INTERSEC S YACHTSMANS DR + SR 867 TH S 75 DEG 24 MIN 02 SEC W ALG C/L SD

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2 Pets Allowed: Yes

    Homeowners Association Information

    Has Association: Yes
    Included Fees: Other
    Association Amenities: BeachRights, BeachAccess, Management
    Community Features: BoatFacilities

  • Utility Information

    CableAvailable
  • Location Information

    WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/09/2026 @ 06:34

MLS: 2026021393 LISTED BY: Jeffrey Burns, Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty 239-472-2735 SOURCE: FGC

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