8144 LITTLE GASPARILLA ISLAND, PLACIDA, FL, 33946
Active1021 days on marketListed Oct 19, 2023MLS #D6132902
About this home
8144 LITTLE GASPARILLA ISLAND
Renovations after the Hurricane have been completed. Isn't it time for DOCKTAILS??? You bet it is...enjoy a refreshing beverage while taking in the calm Bay views. This home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and a screened-in front porch right on the water. The tree lined decks lead you to the private dock with room for your 23 or less foot boat. The home and bungalow are the prefect beach/boating cottage located on the North end of Little G. The main house offers an open living room, dining area and kitchen as well as 2 bedrooms. The larger bedroom offers a king bed, and the guest room has 2 twins. There is also a separate bungalow as a third bedroom directly behind the main house. Enjoy peaceful walks along the most pristine sandy beaches. Little Gasparilla is a PRIVATE island with no public access, Transportation to and from the island is by private boat or water taxi. There are no commercial stores, high rises or automobile traffic. Sand paths are for golf carts or wandering the island. Come watch the dolphins and the manatees...unwind, unplug and sip your favorite DOCKTAIL. Accommodates: 6 guests maximum SUNDAY check ins must be approved. PETS require OWNER APPROVAL. size and breed limits apply. Addition pet fee of $150 per pet, plus tax. Beds: 1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twin. Amenities include: Air-conditioning, propane grill, washer/dryer, linens included, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffeemaker, blender, dishes/utensils provided Extras: High Speed Internet and Dish TV Kayaks and Paddle Boards to be used at the guests own risk. Life jackets available on site. Beach chairs also on site. **Reservations booked for less than 5 nights constitutes a higher nightly rate** Sorry, No Smoking. Pets are permitted upon owner approval and require a $150 non-refundable pet fee. **Daily rates may be available. Contact us for details. Please note rates are subject to 12% tax, cleaning and reservation fee. $500.00 Refundable Security Deposit also required. Located directly in between Sarasota and Ft. Myers on Southwest Florida's Gulf Coast, Little Gasparilla is as close as you can get to Old Florida! There are no paved roads or commercial establishments on the island, only miles of sandy trails flanked by tropical foliage. Take long leisurely walks or travel by golf cart down these paths to explore the beauty of the island. The peaceful, uncrowded beach provides plenty of room for you to bathe in the sun all day, enjoy outstanding shelling, bird watching, swimming, playing with your children, and beautiful water views, but best of all, the brilliant sunsets at the end of each perfect day. There is great fishing to be had in Placida Harbor for Snook, Trout, Redfish, Snapper and more, and in the world famous Boca Grande Pass you can try your hand at Tarpon fishing. Little Gasparilla Island is the ideal place to get away from the mainland madness. Come relax and unwind in a secluded tropical paradise. LGI is for those seeking a respite from the hectic pace of the mainland and the hassles of everyday life. Escape to Little Gasparilla Island where you can Stay a Week or a Lifetime! **PLEASE NOTE: This is a bridgeless, barrier island that is accessed by water taxi or private boat. Call us for details! **NO BOOKING IS CONFIRMED/FINALIZED UNTIL you have been contacted by Tarpon Rental Services staff!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,078
Sqft
0.09 ac
Lot size
1966
Year built
One
Levels
$7
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$214 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$214/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Placida actives
$7 vs $365
Days on market
1021 vs 99 typical
Where $7/sqft sits among the 152 Placida actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Placida
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PLACIDA 33946 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
2,745
Median age
63.2
Median income
$93,466
Median home value
$626,500
Avg household
2.02
Households w/ children
86%
For the school run
Charlotte County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Placida market
$475K → $595K
Placida median sold, yr/yr
92.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
64 of 152
Placida actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Placida, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 79% below the PLACIDA 33946 median. See the full Placida market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8144 LITTLE GASPARILLA ISLAND
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$465,000
8694 MARSH STREET · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 960 sqft · $484/sqft · 199 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$443,000
8472 GRAND AVENUE · same community
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 832 sqft · $532/sqft · 188 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$449,000
8714 KING STREET · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 720 sqft · $624/sqft · 48 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8144 LITTLE GASPARILLA ISLAND — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
8144 LITTLE GASPARILLA ISLAND FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8144 LITTLE GASPARILLA ISLAND?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $214/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
Are pets allowed at 8144 LITTLE GASPARILLA ISLAND?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Placida?+
At $7,500, this home is listed about 99% below the Placida median of $649,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8144 LITTLE GASPARILLA ISLAND?+
L. A. Ainger Middle School (middle), Vineland Elementary School (elementary), Lemon Bay High School (high) — Charlotte County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Under the PLACIDA 33946 market on paper
$7,500 is 79% below the PLACIDA 33946 median of $34,990, and at $7/sqft it sits under the Placida average of $470.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
1021 days on market against a Placida median of 99 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
L. A. Ainger Middle School, Vineland Elementary School, Lemon Bay High School — Vineland Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of TARPON REAL ESTATE, INC. · Stephinie Futch. MLS #D6132902.
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