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Offered at $549,900Active
beds
3
baths
2
sq ft
1,104
Built
1969

12179 Boat Shell Drive

Matlacha Isles, FL 33991

About this home

Fully renovated and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,100 sq ft of updated living space in unincorporated Lee County with NO BRIDGE restrictions and DIRECT Gulf access. Ideal for boating enthusiasts, the property features a private dock and a small pool—perfect for enjoying the Florida lifestyle. Click on the link next to Virtual Tour URL: To see a Floor Plan and a 3D tour of the home. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully upgraded with modern finishes throughout, creating a clean and comfortable living environment suitable for both personal use or investment. The property offers ample vehicle parking, providing flexibility for multiple cars, trailers, or recreational vehicles. Located just a 15-minute boat ride to open water via Matlacha Pass Bridge, you’ll have quick access to waterfront restaurants, boat ramps, and some of Southwest Florida’s most popular beaches, not to mention some of the Best Fishing, inland in the mangroves or out in the Gulf. This home has also been utilized as a rental property, offering strong income potential—rental history available in upon request. Whether you’re looking for a primary residence, vacation home, or income-producing property, this one checks all the boxes for waterfront living.

Listing last checked: Listing updated:

Listed by Chip Krixer · RE/MAX Trend · MLS #2026012789

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Details at a glance

Interior4 property facts
Rooms
7
Heating
Central, Electric
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Wall Unit(s)
Flooring
Concrete
Building4 property facts
Style
Single Family Residence
Year built
1969
Garage
0
Roof
Metal
Land & utilities4 property facts
Lot size
0.145 acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Waterfront
Y
Financial3 property facts
Annual taxes
$6,689
Assessment year
2025
HOA fee
$0 (billing period not supplied)

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Estimated monthly cost

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Known monthly costs$3,338 / monthAdjust
Principal & interest
$2,781
Property tax
$557
Insurance
Not entered
HOA
$0

Listing annual taxes: $6,689. Initial monthly tax is one twelfth of that amount. Listing HOA fee: $0.

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The initial 6.5% rate is illustrative, not a current rate or lender quote. Excludes utilities, maintenance, closing costs and mortgage insurance, which may apply with a down payment below 20%. Taxes and insurance can change.

Price and status timeline

  1. Sld

    $650,000 · Sold $650,000 · Mar 2, 2022

  2. Sld

    $299,900 · Sold $280,000 · Feb 23, 2019

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