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Unit #12 at 301 South Gulf Boulevard is a 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom, two-story home in Placida, FL with 1,347 sq ft of living space, built in 1982. It is currently listed at $874,900, with a twice-yearly HOA fee of $2,500. Highlights include a waterfront setting and water views.
Beachfront Island Escape on Don Pedro Island – Fully Renovated with Incredible Investment Potential! Welcome to your own slice of paradise in the charming Colony Don Pedro community. This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath beachfront residence offers the perfect blend of modern comfort, coastal charm, and the relaxed island lifestyle so many dream about. Whether you’re searching for a personal getaway, vacation rental opportunity, or long-term investment, this property delivers exceptional flexibility. Adding to its appeal, Unit 11 next door is also available for purchase—creating a rare chance to own the entire building. Enjoy the option of a larger family retreat with additional space for guests or create two separate income-producing island rentals with outstanding rental potential. Inside, you’ll find thoughtful updates throughout, including an updated kitchen and baths, upgraded flooring, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, and a newer roof. The open living spaces flow easily to private outdoor areas, including screened and open lanais designed for enjoying warm Gulf breezes, morning coffee, and spectacular evening sunsets. The covered area below provides the perfect shaded spot for gathering after a day spent on the water. Just outside your door, miles of sandy shoreline invite you to enjoy shelling, shark tooth hunting, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and peaceful walks along one of Southwest Florida’s hidden gems. Don Pedro Island offers a unique “Old Florida” coastal experience with uncrowded beaches, golf carts, boating, and abundant natural beauty—yet provides the modern conveniences needed for everyday comfort and quick, easy access to the mainland via the island’s short car ferry ride. Colony Don Pedro residents enjoy wonderful amenities including a heated community pool, tennis court, and dockage with access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Gulf through just two bridges. Beautifully updated, perfectly located, and offering a rare opportunity to expand—this beachfront retreat is ready to enjoy as your private island escape, investment property, or part of a larger coastal compound. (Some photos are virtually staged.)
