House in Upper Captiva, FL 33924North Captiva Dunes, 4481 Butterfly Shell Dr






2
Beds11/2
Baths1,232
SqFt$791
$/SqFtHigh-End HouseProperty Type
2008Year Built
$791/SqFtPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces
Landscaped AreaView
Ranch, Single FamilyStyle
A Must See! Great Opportunity. North Captiva, private heated saltwater pool, Gulf-side location, turnkey furnished, rental history and 150+ five-star guest reviews. 64k in rentals in 2026 alone to date! Welcome to “The Perfect Shell,” a fabulous turnkey island beach home offering an exceptional south Gulf-side location, private heated saltwater pool, easy beach access and impressive vacation-rental history with 150+ five-star reviews! Situated on a desirable high-and-dry lot in Captiva Dunes, this charming stilt home is just a short walk or golf-cart ride to the wide sugar-sand shoreline of Sunset Beach, known for spectacular sunsets, shelling, fishing, swimming and sandbars. Additional prime surrounding lots may be available for purchase by the buyer, offering a unique opportunity for added privacy or expansion. STRAP: 05-45-21-08-00000.0350 & 05-45-21-08-00000.0090 Inside, a bright, open great-room floor plan captures beautiful tropical views and opens to an expansive screened front balcony with sliders, ceiling fan and recessed lighting. The home offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths and is sold turnkey furnished with lovely furnishings, fixtures and window coverings. The kitchen features a long breakfast bar, Corian countertops, recessed lighting, appliances and gas range. The primary bedroom includes a large closet. The main bath offers a large tiled shower and Corian-topped vanity. The half bath includes a sink, extensive built-in cabinetry, countertops and full-size stacked washer/dryer, with potential for a second full bath if desired. Outside, the large heated saltwater pool features built-in seating shelves, aluminum fencing and expansive brick-paver decking with wonderful sun exposure. A generous side yard provides additional outdoor space and room to expand. The spacious under-house area offers even more possibilities for entertaining—add an outdoor shower, changing area, bath, bar or outdoor kitchen. Enjoy the best of island living with exceptional outdoor space, tropical surroundings and easy access to one of North Captiva’s most beautiful beaches. Great property layout with a large side yard, pool area and room to expand—an increasingly special combination on the island. Simply a must-see! Recent improvements and features include a 2024 white standing-seam metal roof, 2023 HVAC, 2025 exterior paint, 2023 whole-house reverse-osmosis system, hurricane-impact windows and doors, Hardie-board siding, tile throughout and attached ground-level garage. For buyers interested in vacation-rental income, The Perfect Shell has an established rental history with many repeat annual guests. The property is professionally managed, with continued management available. Best of all, this is a private pool home with no HOA fees or club membership to assume! Whether you're looking for your own North Captiva getaway, an established vacation-rental property, or a combo of personal enjoyment & income potential. Exceptional location.
Listing Courtesy Of: Swept Away Realty
Local Realty Services Provided By: Best of Luxury Realty
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Features
MLS Number: 2026029804
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Exterior and Lot Features
- Exterior Features: Screened Balcony, Storage
- View: Landscaped Area
Interior, Heating and Cooling
- Interior Features: Bar, Built-In Cabinets, Laundry Tub, Smoke Detectors, Volume Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Coverings
- Equipment / Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Grill - Gas, Microwave, Water Treatment Owned, Range, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Reverse Osmosis, Washer
- Heating Description: Central Electric
- Cooling Description: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
Building and Construction
- Floor Description: Tile
- Windows/Treatment: Window Coverings
- Construction Type: House
- Year Built: 2008
- Style: Ranch, Single Family
Waterfront and Water Access
- Waterfront Frontage: No info
School Information
Other Property Info
- Garage: 1
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Taxes, Fees & More
- Maintenance Includes: None
- Taxes: 9506.02
- Security Information: Smoke Detector(s)
- Parking Description: Driveway Unpaved, Golf Cart, Under Bldg Open, Attached, Attached Carport
- Total Floors in Building: 1
- Total Units in Building: 1
Apples-to-Apples Comparables
Price History
Current
$975K
High
$1.1M
Low
$975K
Total Change
-9.7%Date
Event
Price
Change
Price Per
10/11/2026
Price Reduced
$975K
-2.5%$791 ft2
$8,514 m2
09/04/2026
Price Reduced
$1000K
-2.68%$811 ft2
$8,733 m2
08/08/2026
Price Reduced
$1M
-2.1%$834 ft2
$8,973 m2
07/24/2026
Price Reduced
$1M
-2.78%$851 ft2
$9,165 m2
07/11/2026
Listed
$1.1M
$876 ft2
$9,427 m2
10/11/2026
$975K
Event
Price Reduced
Change
-2.5%Price Per
$791 ft2
$8,514 m2
09/04/2026
$1000K
Event
Price Reduced
Change
-2.68%Price Per
$811 ft2
$8,733 m2
08/08/2026
$1M
Event
Price Reduced
Change
-2.1%Price Per
$834 ft2
$8,973 m2
07/24/2026
$1M
Event
Price Reduced
Change
-2.78%Price Per
$851 ft2
$9,165 m2
07/11/2026
$1.1M
Event
Listed
Price Per
$876 ft2
$9,427 m2
Price per square foot and days on website are not provided values and are calculated by Subdivisions.
Listed by Amy Ivey • Swept Away Realty • Buyer Agency Compensation .
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Community Snapshot
2 – 4 BR
Bedrooms
$150K – $1.5M
Price Tier
954 - 2,355
SqFt Range
2003
Year Build
2
Total Floors
Subdivision Amenities
Clubhouse
Community Boat Dock
Marina
Pickleball
Pool
Restaurant
Tennis Court(s)
Beach Access
None
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