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Sanibel, FL 33957 5438 Shearwater Drive

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Presented By: Portside Property Group
  • MLS# 225060952
  • 06/26/2025
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  • Beds • 3
  • Full/Half Baths • 3 / 1
  • SQFT • 2,460
  • Garage • 2

Home Details

Elevated Coastal Living at Shearwater | Sanibel Island Experience a rare offering on Sanibel Island — an expansive luxury residence that delivers the privacy and square footage of a single-family home with the ease and refinement of upscale condominium living. Located within close proximity to the prestigious golf and beach community of The Sanctuary, this exceptional Shearwater residence offers generous living spaces, high ceilings, and thoughtfully designed interiors ideal for those who desire room to entertain without the full-time demands of estate ownership. With few properties on Sanibel offering this combination of size, amenities, and low-maintenance convenience, Shearwater represents a truly unique market opportunity. Designed for the discerning buyer — whether transitioning from a larger Captiva estate, seeking proximity to championship golf, or simply wanting refined coastal living near the beach — this residence checks nearly every box. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate close access to The Sanctuary Golf Club’s private championship course, while beach lovers are moments from Sanibel’s world-renowned shoreline, shelling beaches, and Gulf sunsets. Spacious indoor-outdoor living areas allow for effortless entertaining, seasonal hosting, and relaxed island living. Within the gated Shearwater community, residents enjoy an elevated coastal lifestyle with access to pickleball and tennis courts, a kayak launch area, a fishing pier, and deeded beach access with convenient golf cart parking — thoughtfully designed to embrace the island’s outdoor, water-centric way of life. Shearwater appeals to: • Golfers wanting immediate access to premier fairways • Beachcombers who value privacy and proximity to the Gulf • Single-family homeowners ready to simplify without downsizing dramatically • Luxury condo owners looking for significantly more square footage • Captiva residents seeking a refined Sanibel alternative This is not just another property — it is a different product entirely. A rare intersection of space, amenities, prestige, and ease. Shearwater offers an unmatched lifestyle proposition on Sanibel Island.
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Interior Features for 5438 Shearwater Drive

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms3

Bathrooms

Half Baths1
Total Baths4

Other Interior Features

LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
FlooringCarpet, Tile
Furnished Y/NPartially
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesWet Bar, Built-in Features, Bathtub, Tray Ceiling(s), Closet Cabinetry, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dual Sinks, Family/Dining Room, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), High Ceilings, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, See Remarks, Separate Shower, Cable TV, Upper Level Primary, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Elevator, High Speed Internet
Laundry FeaturesInside, Laundry Tub
Total Stories2
Window FeaturesCasement Window(s), Impact Glass

Other Rooms

Entry Level5438
Room TypeBathroom, Den, Guest Quarters

General for 5438 Shearwater Drive

AppliancesBuilt-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, RefrigeratorWithIce Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Wine Cooler, Washer
Architectural StyleTwo Story
Assoc Fee Paid PerQuarterly
Assoc/CICCondominium
Association AmenitiesBeach Rights, Beach Access, Pier, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Management
Association Fee IncludesAssociation Management, Insurance, Irrigation Water, Legal/Accounting, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Reserve Fund, Road Maintenance, Sewer, Trash, Water
Attached Garage Yes
Carport Spaces
Carport Y/NNo
CitySanibel
Community FeaturesGated
Construction MaterialsBlock, Concrete, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
CountyLee
DisclosuresOwner Has Flood Insurance
Elementary SchoolSCHOOL OF CHOICE
Facing DirectionNortheast
Full Baths3
Garage Spaces2
Garage Y/NYes
HOAYes
HOA Fee$3857
HOA Fee 2
HOA Fee 3
HeatingCentral, Electric
High SchoolSCHOOL OF CHOICE
Land Lease Amount
Legal DescriptionHERONS LANDING PHASE II UNIT F TRACT E AS DESC IN OR 2158/3489
LevelsTwo
Lot Size UnitsAcres
MLS AreaSI01 - Sanibel Island
Middle/Junior High SchoolSCHOOL OF CHOICE
OwnershipCondo
Patio/Porch FeaturesDeck, Patio
Pets AllowedYes
Pool FeaturesCommunity
PossessionClose Of Escrow
PostalCitySanibel
Property ConditionResale
Property Sub Type AdditionalTownhouse
Property SubtypeTownhouse
Property TypeResidential
RoofBuilt-Up, Flat, Shingle
Security FeaturesBurglar Alarm (Monitored), Security Gate, Gated Community, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count2
Structure TypeTownhouse
Subdivision NameHERONS LANDINGS I
Tax Annual Amount10583.55
Tax LotE0F
Tax Year2024
Total Rooms0
UtilitiesCable Available, High Speed Internet Available
ViewGulf, Mangroves
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Waterfront FeaturesLagoon, Mangrove
Year Built1990

Exterior for 5438 Shearwater Drive

Building Area Total4144
Covered Spaces2
Door FeaturesFrench Doors
Exterior AmenitiesDeck, Security/High Impact Doors, Patio, Shutters Electric, Shutters Manual
Lot Dimensions67 x 80 x 31 x 101
Lot FeaturesCul-De-Sac, Dead End
Lot Size Acres0.071
Lot Size Area0.071
Lot Size SourceAppraiser
LotDimensionsSourceAppraiser
Parking FeaturesAssigned, Attached, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Two Spaces
Private PoolNo
Road Frontage TypePrivate Road
Road ResponsibilityPrivate Maintained Road
Road Surface TypeGravel, Unimproved
SpaNo
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NYes

Additional Details

Price History

Cindy Gonzalez

Price $1,625,000
MLS#225060952
List Date 06/26/2025
Property Type Townhouse
Phone 239.243.2743
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