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1608 SE 40th Street

Cape Coral, FL 33904

3 beds
2 baths
1,734 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$308 per sqft
1975 build
– on site

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Welcome to "The 51 Palms", a stunning southern exposure waterfront pool home located on a 200-foot canal, offering peace of mind with its never-flooded history. Situated on an oversize lot, this property boasts sweeping canal views and a prime location with easy, bridge-free access to the Caloosahatchee River. Inside, the home features a thoughtful split floor plan with formal living and dining areas, along with a cozy gathering space adjacent to the kitchen, complete with sliders that open to the lanai. The kitchen, with its views from the sink to the pool and canal, is outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances, including a newer Bosch dishwasher and GE Café refrigerator, stove, and microwave—all ADA compliant and Wi-Fi-enabled. The refrigerator also features a built-in Keurig, perfect for your morning coffee, while a convenient pass-through window to the outdoor space makes BBQs a breeze. The home also boasts a new tile roof and a sleek, panoramic pool cage, providing unobstructed views of the water. The newly laid paver flooring around the pool deck offers an ideal setting for both relaxation and entertaining. Enjoy the tranquil setting as you watch boats glide by, or take a refreshing dip to cool off. The beautifully maintained yard is lush with tropical foliage that adds to the ambiance of your private oasis. Boaters will love the easy, bridge-free access to the river, just 7 minutes away—perfect for a leisurely ride to waterfront dining or premier fishing spots. This home offers endless potential and the perfect opportunity to add your personal touches. Call today to schedule your private showing and experience this slice of paradise!

Listing courtesy of FGCMLS / Century 21 Selling Paradise

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Feb 20, 2025 •

MLS# 224096414 —

The Building

Year Built:

1975
Construction Materials:

Block,Concrete,Stucco
Building Area Total:

2217.0
Building Area Source:

Appraiser
Architectural Style:

Courtyard,Florida,Ranch,OneStory,Traditional
Roof:

Tile
Exterior Features:

FruitTrees,SprinklerIrrigation,None,Patio,Storage
Window Features:

Jalousie,SingleHung,WindowCoverings
Patio And Porch Features:

Lanai,Patio,Porch,Screened
Security Features:

None
Stories:

1
Stories Total:

1
Direction Faces:

North

Interior

Interior Features:

WetBar,BreakfastBar,BuiltInFeatures,BedroomOnMainLevel,BreakfastArea,EntranceFoyer,HandicapAccess,LivingDiningRoom,MainLevelPrimary,Pantry,SeeRemarks,ShowerOnly,SeparateShower,Bar,WalkInClosets,WindowTreatments,SplitBedrooms
Furnished:

Unfurnished
Flooring:

Laminate,Tile
Laundry Features:

WasherHookup,DryerHookup,InGarage,LaundryTub

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1734.0
Living Area Source:

Appraiser

Financial & Terms

Possession:

CloseOfEscrow

Location

Directions:

Traveling South on Del Prado Blvd S, Turn Left onto SE 40th Street, Home is on Right. Traveling North on Del Prado Blvd S, just past Coronado Blvd Turn Right onto SE 40th Street Home is on Right
Latitude:

26.577702
Longitude:

-81.942328

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Subtype Additional:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition:

Resale
View:

Canal,Landscaped,Water
View:

true
Lot Features:

IrregularLot,MultipleLots,OversizedLot,SprinklersAutomatic
Lot Size Acres:

0.392
Lot Size Area:

0.392
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Source:

Appraiser
Lot Size Dimensions:

114 x 137 x 142 x 134
Lot Dimensions Source:

Appraiser
Zoning Description:

R1-W
Parcel Number:

07-45-24-C2-00392.0050
Other Structures:

Outbuilding
Waterfront:

true
Waterfront Features:

CanalAccess,Seawall
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Responsibility:

PublicMaintainedRoad

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

5
Tax Legal Description:

CAPE CORAL UNIT 7 BLK 392 PB 12 PG 118 LOTS 5+6+ OR 2571 PG 3501
Tax Annual Amount:

4384.04

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central,Electric
Heating:

true
Cooling:

CentralAir,CeilingFans,Electric
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

CableAvailable,HighSpeedInternetAvailable
Sewer:

AssessmentPaid,PublicSewer
Water Source:

AssessmentPaid,Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dryer,Dishwasher,ElectricCooktop,Freezer,IceMaker,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,RefrigeratorWithIceMaker,SelfCleaningOven,WaterPurifier,Washer,WaterSoftener

The Community

Subdivision Name:

CAPE CORAL
# of Units In Community:

1
Association:

false
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Amenities:

Storage
Spa:

false
Pool Features:

Concrete,InGround,PoolEquipment,ScreenEnclosure
Pool Private:

true
Pets Allowed:

Yes
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2.0
Attached Garage:

true
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2.0
Parking Features:

Attached,Driveway,Garage,Paved,GarageDoorOpener

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Utility Costs

$160/mo.

Estimate provided by ClearlyEnergy

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House Sold on 2/20/2025

$535,000

Listing provided by broker:

Kimberly Kampmann

Century 21 Selling Paradise

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1608 SE 40th Street Cape Coral, FL 33904