2281 8th AVE

About this Property

WATERFRONT LIVING ON THE BAY, BRAND-NEW DOCK & BOAT LIFT – TURNKEY POOL HOME IN ST. JAMES CITY! Boating, waterfront views, and effortless coastal living await! This beautifully renovated, fully furnished turnkey pool home sits on desirable 8th Avenue in St. James City, with immediate access to the Intracoastal Waterway. A brand-new dock with composite decking and a 10,000-pound Dolphin hybrid cradle boat lift, aluminum V-bunks, and GEM remote control makes getting out on the water easy. Enjoy DESIRABLE SOUTHERN EXPOSURE, captivating water views, and abundant opportunities to spot dolphins, manatees, and coastal birds right from home. The home’s inviting design showcases vaulted wood ceilings, an electric fireplace feature wall, 12-foot glass sliders, and an open-concept. The gourmet kitchen features high-end appliances, a large center island, and a separate bar. Major improvements include a standing-seam metal roof, paver driveway and walkways, pool renovation, and high-impact windows and sliders (2018). A complete interior renovation in 2023 and a BRAND-NEW DOCK AND 10,000# LIFT add to the waterfront appeal, while the new riprap seawall, aluminum fencing and gates, and landscaping were completed in 2024. Additional features include a covered lanai, pebble-tech pool, screened enclosure, two-car garage, plus a large 6' x 8' shed, underground electric service, aluminum fencing with two gates, Invisible underground pet fencing, irrigation system, and Halo 5 maintenance-free whole-house water treatment system. Smart-home features include Nest security cameras and a Wi-Fi thermostat. Interior conveniences include organized closets and pantry, linen and coat closets, LG stackable washer and dryer, laundry cupboard, and a built-in Iron-Away ironing system. Higher-end GE Café refrigerator, dishwasher, glass cooktop double oven/stove, microwave, Z-Line island hood, and wine cooler. Enjoy the views, quick boating access, most sought-after Southern exposure, and the laid-back coastal lifestyle that make St. James City so special!

Listing Details

MLS #

2026046188

Board

Southwest Florida

Market

florida

Property Type

Residential

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1982

Garage Spaces

2

Parking Spaces

2

Heating

Central Electric

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)

Pool

Below Ground, Concrete

Lot Size

98 × 124 ft

Annual Taxes

$9,595/yr

Listed By

John R. Wood Properties

Listed On

November 9, 2026

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