Neighborhood · St James City, Florida
Gulf Haven
Waterfront island living on Pine Island's south end
4
Homes for sale
$487,500
Median list price
$358
Avg price / sqft
142
Median days on market
Gulf Haven sits at the quiet southern tip of Pine Island in St James City, where canals cut back toward the water and life runs on boat schedules more than clock schedules. This is a low-key, water-first pocket of Lee County, with nearby communities like Pine Island Shores, St Jude Harbors, and Gulf Shores Estates drawing anglers, retirees, and anyone who wants Gulf access without the crowds.
For buyers, the market here is small and deliberate — just 4 active listings right now, three of them waterfront, so options are limited and worth moving on when the right one appears. The median list price is $487,500, homes are averaging 142 days on market, and sellers are still landing about 96% of asking, so pricing is realistic but not desperate. Browse the current St James City homes for sale or track new listings on the live map.
Gulf Haven is a community in St James City, Florida.
Quick facts
$419,000 – $675K price range
1,395 sqft median home
$5,300/mo median rent
3 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Gulf Haven
$525,000$544,500
3050 YORK ROAD, ST JAMES CITY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,300 sqft
$675,000$695,000
2740 SANIBEL BOULEVARD, ST JAMES CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,490 sqft
$450,000$475,000
2892 Sanibel BLVD, Other City - In The State Of Florida FL 33956, OTHER CITY - IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,210 sqft
$419,000
2560 BAYBREEZE STREET, ST JAMES CITY
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,075 sqft
Every active listing inside the Gulf Haven boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Gulf Haven market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$535,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
43 days
Median time to sell
Gulf Haven vs St James City
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Gulf Haven boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Gulf Haven is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Gulf Haven home
≈ $3,102/mo
$487,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$5,300/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
318
Median age
63
Median income
$80,985
Median home value
$311,721
Beyond the listings
Living in Gulf Haven
Culture
Top 17% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 21% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Lifestyles
Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Food & Drink
Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Beliefs
Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Straight answers
Gulf Haven FAQs
Is Gulf Haven a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want water access and a slower island pace over nightlife and shopping. The area around Pine Island Shores leans toward boaters, anglers, and retirees, with most current homes offering waterfront and pool features.
Is Gulf Haven expensive?+
It's mid-range for waterfront Lee County: the median list price is $487,500, with active listings running from $419,000 up to $675,000. There are currently no listings above $1M, so this is more attainable than many Gulf-access markets.
What do homes cost in Gulf Haven?+
The median list price is $487,500 and homes average about $358 per square foot on a median size of 1,395 square feet. Over the past 12 months, three homes sold at a median of $535,000.
How is the market right now?+
It's slow and small, with just 4 active listings and a median 142 days on market. Sellers are averaging 96% of asking, so well-priced homes still trade — buyers just need patience and readiness to act when the right property lists.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Listings here show no median HOA fee, which is common for this stretch of Pine Island. The median annual property tax is about $3,876, and if you're weighing renting first, the median rent runs around $5,300 per month.
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