NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4481 Butterfly Shell Dr Captiva, FL 33924

Estimated Value: $660,000 - $1,274,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,232 Sq Ft
$743/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 22, 2016

Last sale price $330,000 $268 Per Sq Ft

Est. 178% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,821/month

561 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Deck
  • Porch
  • Sanibel Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Impact Glass

About This Home

As of November 2016

Just like Brand New! Move right in to this turn key beach inspired island cottage. The spacious kitchen area offers sparkling granite composite countertops and full dining bar. Upgrades include Impact Resistant Windows and doors, Hardie-board Siding, built to higher wind code specifications. Located on a high and dry lot only a short walk from access to one of the nicest, widest sugar sand beaches on the island.

Last Listed By

Mark Muller

Resort Properties Internationa License #280595610 Listed on: 04/10/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,870

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80 x 110 x 80 x 110
  • North Facing Home
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Property is zoned RS-1

Home Design

  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,232 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Single Hung Windows
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Tile Flooring
  • Views of Woods
  • Laundry Tub

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Shower Only
  • Separate Shower

Home Security

  • Impact Glass
  • High Impact Door

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • North Captiva Dunes Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3
  • Assessor Parcel Number 05-45-21-08-00000.0340

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,870

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Lot Size: 80 x 110 x 80 x 110
  • Ownership: Single Family
  • Subdivision Name: NORTH CAPTIVA DUNES
  • Directions: Take ferry to North Captiva. Follow Bartlett Parkway to Rum Road. Turn left onto Rum Road and follow until Butterfly Shell. Turn right onto Butterfly Shell Dr. House will be on left.
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 2008
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Living/Dining Room, Shower Only, Separate Shower
  • Living Area: 1232.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Single Hung, Impact Glass
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, See Remarks
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Security/High Impact Doors
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Metal

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Laundry Tub
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Non-Gated
  • Amenities: None
  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 05-45-21-08-00000.0340
  • Zoning Description: RS-1
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4870.0
  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Year: 2015

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2021
Sold by
Ivey Kenneth
Bought by
Ivey Kenneth and Ivey Amy
Total Days on Market
561
Current Estimated Value
$915,853

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2015
Closed on
Nov 22, 2016
Sold by
Farinacci Michael F and Farinacci Dawn E
Bought by
Ivey Kenneth
Seller's Agent
Mark Muller
Resort Properties Internationa
Buyer's Agent
Mark Muller
Resort Properties Internationa
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,000
-17.29%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.01%
Original Mortgage
$264,000
Outstanding Balance
$217,071
Interest Rate
3.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$584,529

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 1995
Sold by
Henderson Jeffrey R and Henderson Jane R
Bought by
Farinacci Michael F and Farinacci Dawn E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,704
Interest Rate
9.21%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ivey Kenneth -- Accommodation
Ivey Kenneth $330,000 Attorney
Farinacci Michael F $39,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ivey Kenneth $264,000
Previous Owner Farinacci Michael F $30,704
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/22/2016 11/22/16 Sold $330,000 -17.3% $268 / Sq Ft
10/23/2016 10/23/16 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2015 04/10/15 For Sale $399,000 -- $324 / Sq Ft
Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $8,632 $480,615 -- --
2023 $8,632 $436,923 $0 $0
2022 $7,497 $397,203 $0 $0
2021 $6,376 $361,094 $55,992 $305,102
2020 $5,996 $330,270 $64,000 $266,270
2019 $5,938 $345,609 $64,000 $281,609
2018 $5,601 $314,120 $60,600 $253,520
2017 $5,381 $286,671 $59,400 $227,271
2016 $4,669 $243,739 $43,800 $199,939
2015 $4,870 $248,610 $46,125 $202,485
2014 $4,178 $250,603 $50,150 $200,453
2013 -- $208,194 $53,400 $154,794
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mark Muller

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Mark Muller

    Resort Properties Internationa

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Map

Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 215023327

Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

APN: 05-45-21-08-00000.0340

Florida Lee County Captiva 33924

4481 Butterfly Shell Dr, Captiva, FL

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This home is located at 4481 Butterfly Shell Dr, Captiva, FL 33924 since 10 April 2015 and is currently estimated at $915,853, approximately $743 per square foot. This property was built in 2008. 4481 Butterfly Shell Dr is a home located in Lee County with nearby schools including Sanibel Elementary School, Cypress Lake Middle School, and Fort Myers High School.

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