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Off market aug 2024 for $725K

$669,740

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,942/mo

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1,461

sq ft

1196 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957

About this home

This charming 2-bed+den, 2-bath home offers an ideal blend of comfort, style, and potential for customization. It's a perfect choice for those seeking a primary residence, vacation retreat, or rental investment, generating $63,500 in rental income over the past 12 months. Recent updates give this home a fresh island ambiance w/ tasteful interior decor. The home is being offered turnkey, providing an effortless transition for new owners. Boasting a newer metal roof & HVAC system, along with carefully curated interiors, this residence promises both durability & aesthetic appeal. The expansive views afforded by its private setting create an atmosphere of tranquility, with plenty of space for a pool and expansion for additional beds/living areas, (pending approval), this property offers endless possibilities for customization to suit individual preferences & lifestyle needs. Nestled inside The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club is Sanibel Island’s premier golfing destination, recently voted "The Best Golf Course in Lee County. " Complete w/ an 18-hole championship course multiple tennis courts, pool, restaurant & bar - this home delivers a unique island and community experience like no other!

Single-familyProperty Type

1984Year Built

0.3 acresLot Size

$458Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Christopher Kirchner • Keller Williams Realty Fort Myers

Listed by Sarah Ashton • Keller Williams Realty Fort Myers

Bought with Lorna Nafziger • Keller Williams Realty Fort Myers and the Islands

Bought with Sarah Ashton • Keller Williams Realty Fort Myers

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•Source:FORTMLS #224010949

Redfin Estimate

$669,740

$55K since sold in August 2024$14K since September

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This home's estimate is 32.7% lower than the average sale price ($996K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 16, 2026
$548,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,395 sq ft
984 Greenwood Ct S, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$1,950,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,202 sq ft
1126 Harbour Cottage Ct, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD MAR 16, 2026
$999,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,452 sq ft
1490 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$435,000
D
2 beds2 baths876 sq ft
1444 Sandpiper Cir, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$1,250,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,102 sq ft
888 Limpet Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD MAR 19, 2026
$793,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,831 sq ft
1073 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957

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Market trends in 33957, FL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

93.5%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$900K

$175K MoM

Avg. days on market

159d

21 days MoM

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13 MoM

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Sale history for 1196 Sand Castle Rd

Date

Event

Price

FORTMLS #224010949

Aug 30, 2024

Sold

$725,000

$496/sq ft

Jun 20, 2024

Pending

—

Jun 5, 2024

Price Changed

$750,000

$513/sq ft

Apr 30, 2024

Price Changed

$775,000

$530/sq ft

Apr 12, 2024

Price Changed

$785,000

$537/sq ft

Mar 8, 2024

Price Changed

$800,000

$548/sq ft

Feb 17, 2024

Price Changed

$825,000

$565/sq ft

Feb 1, 2024

Listed

$850,000

$582/sq ft

FORTMLS #223003246

Feb 13, 2023

Sold

$590,000

$404/sq ft

Feb 1, 2023

Pending

—

Jan 13, 2023

Listed

$679,000

$465/sq ft

Location…location. .LOCATION! This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, two story home located in The Dunes of sanibel suffered MINIMAL HURRICANE DAMAGE to the main living area. Just a short walk to the clubhouse, the Dunes offers 18 holes of beautifully manicured golf course, restaurant, tennis courts, pool, bar and nights of entertainment and fun. The convenient east-end location is great for those that need quick on and off the island. Cash or hard money only. No inspection period. Buyer to do due diligence before going to contract. Buyer to submit proof of funds before viewing the property. Seller to offer free and clear title. Looking for quick cash closing listed below market value.

FORTMLS #223000736

Jan 9, 2023

Listing Removed

—

Jan 4, 2023

Listed

$760,000

$520/sq ft

FORTMLS #221087174

Jun 8, 2022

Sold

$875,000

$599/sq ft

Mar 4, 2022

Pending

—

Mar 3, 2022

Relisted

—

Mar 3, 2022

Pending

—

Dec 17, 2021

Listed

$899,000

$615/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 22, 2009

Sold

$375,000

$257/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 1, 1984

Sold

$34,500

$24/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 1, 1977

Sold

$15,500

$11/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,042 (−7.8%)

$379,759 + $222,178

$601,937

2024

$9,809 (−11.9%)

$379,759 + $222,178

$601,937

2023

$11,133 (+43.9%)

$309,003 + $346,721

$655,724

2022

$7,736 (+19.9%)

2021

$6,453 (+8.4%)

2020

$5,951 (−2.7%)

2019

$6,117 (−2.8%)

$189,750 + $209,146

$398,896

2018

$6,293 (−3.3%)

$189,750 + $209,146

$398,896

2017

$6,509 (+6.2%)

$165,000 + $243,594

$408,594

2016

$6,131 (+2.1%)

$165,000 + $243,594

$408,594

2015

$6,005 (+9.2%)

$165,000 + $212,297

$377,297

2014

$5,501

Tax history for 1196 Sand Castle Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,042 (−7.8%)

$379,759 + $222,178

$601,937

2024

$9,809 (−11.9%)

$379,759 + $222,178

$601,937

2023

$11,133 (+43.9%)

$309,003 + $346,721

$655,724

2022

$7,736 (+19.9%)

2021

$6,453 (+8.4%)

2020

$5,951 (−2.7%)

2019

$6,117 (−2.8%)

$189,750 + $209,146

$398,896

2018

$6,293 (−3.3%)

$189,750 + $209,146

$398,896

2017

$6,509 (+6.2%)

$165,000 + $243,594

$408,594

2016

$6,131 (+2.1%)

$165,000 + $243,594

$408,594

2015

$6,005 (+9.2%)

$165,000 + $212,297

$377,297

2014

$5,501

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

125 ft.

Lot size

0.3 Acres

Year renovated

1987

Sq. Ft.

1,461

Year built

1984

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lee County

APN

194623T30100B0390

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 26, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Parking
Features: Covered, Driveway, Detached, Underground, Garage, Paved, RV Access/Parking, Two Spaces, Unpaved
# of Covered Spaces: 2

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Tub

Equipment
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer

Interior Features
Window Features: Jalousie
Door Features: French Doors
Furnished
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Dual Sinks, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Pantry, See Remarks, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Cable TV, Home Office, Split Bedrooms

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 1
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, None, Patio, Room For Pool, Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Lanai, Open, Patio, Porch, Screened

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.296
Lot Size Acres: 0.296
Lot Size Dimensions: 102 x 126 x 102 x 127
Lot Dimensions Source: Appraiser
Lot Size Source: Appraiser
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Paved

Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: Northwest
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Resale

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $7,736.06
Tax Year: 2022

Rental Information
Pets Allowed Details: Yes

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric

Location

HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Association Fee: $140
Annually
Association Fee 3: 0.0
Association Amenities: Beach Rights, Beach Access, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Park, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)

Community Information
Community Features: Golf, Non-Gated, Tennis Courts

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,461
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Lee County
APN: 194623T30100B0390

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 25, 2026

Around this home

Schools

The Sanibel School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi

10/10

Cypress Lake High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.9mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

10/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 113° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years

10/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Sanibel, FL • 33957

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In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in June and 6.8 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$637,000 – $771,000

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Home values near 1196 Sand Castle Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1187 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1862 Sq. Ft.	$1,044,667
1186 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1444 Sq. Ft.	$866,938

Address	Redfin Estimate
1174 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2078 Sq. Ft.	$922,663
1225 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2030 Sq. Ft.	$938,787

Address	Redfin Estimate
1170 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2215 Sq. Ft.	$897,340
1209 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2408 Sq. Ft.	$1,041,831

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