About 2579 Eighth Ave
Welcome to your private waterfront oasis in St. James City, where privacy and the ultimate Florida boating lifestyle come together. This 3-bedroom + den, 3-bath pool home offers rare tranquility with protected mangroves across the canal—ensuring you’ll never look into a neighbor’s backyard. Designed for boaters and water lovers, this property features a boat lift with metal roof, 124 ft of seawall (2020), private boat ramp, and quick access to open water just minutes away—making it a true boater’s dream. Enjoy fishing right from your backyard or watching dolphins and manatees pass by. Step outside to your screened-in heated pool and spa, perfect for year-round enjoyment, all set on an oversized waterfront lot. Inside, the home offers a flexible den/media room that can serve as a 4th bedroom, ideal for guests or additional space. With a new roof (2024) and major updates already complete, this property is ideal as a full-time residence, vacation home, or investment opportunity. Waterfront properties with this level of privacy and boating access are rare—schedule your showing before this opportunity is gone.
Features of 2579 Eighth Ave
| MLS® # | 2026027112 |
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| Price | $849,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Square Footage | 1,953 |
| Acres | 0.32 |
| Floor Number | 1 |
| Year Built | 1966 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family |
| Style | Ranch, Single Family |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 2579 Eighth Ave |
|---|---|
| Area | PI02 - Pine Island (South) |
| Subdivision | GULFHAVEN |
| City | ST. JAMES CITY |
| County | Lee |
| State | FL |
| Zip Code | 33956 |
| Community Type | Boating |
Amenities
| Parking | Detached |
|---|---|
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Detached |
| View | Canal, Mangroves |
| Is Waterfront | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | No Approval Needed |
| Waterfront | Mangrove |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Below Ground, Electric Heat |
| Elevator | None |
Interior
| Interior Features | Smoke Detectors, Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Refrigerator/Freezer, Self Cleaning Oven |
| Heating | Central Electric |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric |
| Fireplace | No |
Exterior
| Exterior | Concrete Block, Stucco |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Boat Canopy/Cover, Boat Lift, Composite Dock, Elec Avail at dock, Water Avail at Dock, Screened Lanai/Porch |
| Lot Description | Oversize |
| Roof | Metal |
| Construction | Concrete Block, Stucco |
Additional Information
| Days on Market | 73 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | RS-1 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| Total Annual Recurring Fees | $0 |
| Total One Time Fees | $0 |
Listing Details
| Office | John R. Wood Properties |
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