About this home
Experience the Matlacha island lifestyle from this charming historic home featuring direct water access, impact windows, a private garage, and an oversized yard. Located directly across from Matlacha Park and the public boat launch, this property places you just steps from historic downtown Matlacha, waterfront restaurants, art galleries, local shops, fishing, kayaking, and open-water adventures. Inside, the home offers stainless steel appliances, easy-care tile flooring, updated electrical, and a newer Florida room with peaceful views of the surrounding natural scenery. Impact windows add valuable storm protection, energy efficiency, and peace of mind. The oversized yard is a rare find in Matlacha, providing space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, recreational equipment, or future improvements. The garage and additional bonus square footage offer even more flexibility for storage, hobbies, or customization. Whether you are searching for a full-time residence, seasonal Florida escape, weekend fishing retreat, or income-producing rental property, this home offers an exceptional combination of location, waterfront access, character, and opportunity. Homes with direct water access in the heart of Matlacha are difficult to duplicate. Schedule your private showing today and see why this unique island property deserves your attention.
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Listed by Stephen M. Longest · Coldwell Banker Realty · MLS #2026031165
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Details at a glance
Interior3 property facts
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
- Flooring
- Tile
Building4 property facts
- Style
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1946
- Garage
- 1
- Roof
- Metal
Land & utilities4 property facts
- Lot size
- 0.078 acres
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Waterfront
- Y
Financial3 property facts
- Annual taxes
- $4,330
- Assessment year
- 2025
- HOA fee
- $0 (billing period not supplied)
Location
Estimated monthly cost
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Known monthly costs$2,429 / monthAdjust
- Principal & interest
- $2,068
- Property tax
- $361
- Insurance
- Not entered
- HOA
- $0
Listing annual taxes: $4,330. Initial monthly tax is one twelfth of that amount. Listing HOA fee: $0.
Partial estimate: add insurance to include those costs. Blank amounts are unknown.
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
- Ter
$400,000 · Dec 5, 2025
- Sld
$160,000 · Sold $160,000 · Apr 10, 2012
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