Why You Should Invest In Captiva Homes?

Captiva Island’s real estate market is limited by the island’s small size and limited inventory.  Captiva homes for sale are unusual in that some properties have both beach and bay access, meaning that the property straddles the narrow island. These fortunate home owners have the luxury of a boat dock on one side of their property and a shelling beach on the other. In recent years, smaller, existing homes have been purchased and replaced with larger structures, typically with more and special amenities. Because of this Captiva homes for sale run the gamut from smaller homes to large estate homes.

In addition to Gulf and bay front homes many near-beach homes and several condominiums can be found in the “Village” area of Captiva. Location in the Village allows both beach and bay access as well as shops and restaurants. All of these amenities are within easy walking distances or accessible by your own private golf cart.

To get to Captiva you must either drive from Sanibel Island or arrive by boat from Fort Myers, Cape Coral or Pine Island. The degree of difficulty in reaching the island limits the number of visitors and provides a layer of privacy to residents. For this reason Captiva’s homes for sale are popular with those seeking a quiet retreat for themselves and their families.

Captiva’s barrier island status means that potential homeowners have considerations prior to purchase, such as insurance requirements and storm preparedness; issues that those in Fort Myers or Cape Coral may not necessarily encounter. To assist with these and other issues unique to the islands, the Sanibel and Captiva Islands Association of Realtors created the designation of Sanibel & Captiva Islands specialist. Those choosing to complete the program and earn the designation demonstrate that they have enhanced their knowledge of the islands and their expertise in selling island real estate. Be sure your Realtor is a designated specialist.