Welcome to your island retreat that perfectly blends comfort, style, and the coveted indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Situated in a desirable golf course community, this beautifully updated home offers three spacious bedrooms and two modern bathrooms, thoughtfully designed to create a bright, contemporary living space. The heart of the home is the updated kitchen—clean, stylish, and functional—ideal for both everyday cooking and entertaining guests. The open layout flows naturally into the living areas, where large windows and sliding doors bring in natural light and offer seamless access to the outdoors. Step outside to your private paradise, featuring a lush yard and an expansive heated pool. Whether you’re relaxing poolside, hosting friends for an alfresco dinner, or tending to your garden, the outdoor spaces are designed for both leisure and connection. Located within a vibrant golf course community, residents enjoy the option of membership or convenient pay-to-play access for golf and tennis. The home is also just minutes from the beach and local shops, offering the best of island living with both recreation and convenience at your fingertips. Whether as a full-time residence, seasonal getaway, or investment rental, this home embodies the Sanibel lifestyle—where comfort, style, and outdoor enjoyment come together in a truly remarkable setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$688Price/Sq.Ft.
$23/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Susan McCallion• McCallion and McCallion
Bought with Teresa Baker• Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
Est. $2,686 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1490 Sand Castle Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FORTMLS #2025019757
Mar 16, 2026
Sold
$999,000
$688/sq ft
Feb 13, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 11, 2026
Price Changed
$999,000
$688/sq ft
Jan 21, 2026
Price Changed
$1,250,000
$861/sq ft
Nov 13, 2025
Listed
$1,350,000
$930/sq ft
FORTMLS #220075358
Jan 21, 2021
Sold
$799,000
$550/sq ft
Nov 24, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 2020
Listed
$799,000
$550/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 16, 2016
Sold
$475,000
$327/sq ft
FORTMLS #216001636
Mar 16, 2016
Price Changed
$475,000
$327/sq ft
Mar 16, 2016
Sold
$475,000
$327/sq ft
Mar 13, 2016
Price Changed
$515,000
$355/sq ft
Mar 2, 2016
Pending
—
Jan 29, 2016
Price Changed
$515,000
$355/sq ft
Jan 7, 2016
Listed
$539,000
$371/sq ft
+11
This elevated home in Sanibel's popular Dunes neighborhood features a large caged pool, private lot with preserve views, a large master bed and bath, and great lanai space. Whether walking or biking to the beach, playing a round of golf at the beautiful 18 hole golf course, enjoying drinks and dinner at the clubhouse, or playing a game of tennis, this home is convenient to it all. The Dunes location offers EASY access off and on the island. What a great opportunity to enjoy all that Sanibel has to offer!
Public Records
Aug 1, 1979
Sold
$17,500
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,193 (+2.7%)
2024
$10,895 (+50.3%)
2023
$7,249 (−26.5%)
2022
$9,863 (+68.3%)
2021
$5,860 (+0.6%)
2020
$5,823 (+1.9%)
2019
$5,712
2018
$5,710 (+1.0%)
2017
$5,653 (−16.5%)
2016
$6,770 (+92.1%)
2015
$3,524 (+8.4%)
$165,000 + $253,635
$418,635
2014
$3,250
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
110 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,452
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lee County
APN
194623T40100A0250
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Nov 21, 2023 • Final
Addition/alteration
Electrical
Remodel
Sep 21, 2023 • Final
Shutter
Install a replacement pool enclosure with a screen roof over an existing deck. The new enclosure will follow the exact footprint of the previous structure.
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Covered, Detached, Garage
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
Room Types: Screened Porch
Laundry Information
Features: Inside
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Freezer, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer