OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2023 for $679K

$731,099

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,587/mo

•

1,447

sq ft

1653 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957

About this home

Located in the popular Dunes neighborhood of Sanibel Island, this two-story 3BR/3.5BA duplex offers the very essence of tropical living. With perfect southern exposure, you’ll enjoy the breathtaking vistas of the 18th hole of the Dunes golf course. As you step inside, you’ll immediately notice the updates throughout. The 3 spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, provide the utmost in convenience and comfort. Wake up to expansive panoramic views from 2 of the 3 bedrooms both upstairs and down. The kitchen is updated and flows nicely to the dining and living areas and onto the screened porch with lovely views beyond. Conveniently located close to the causeway providing easy on and off the island. Added amenities include a new roof, all impact windows, new LVP flooring, 2 enclosed garages with newly installed garage doors. This home is partially furnished and is move-in ready. The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club is within walking distance and offers a semi-private golf course, driving range, golf shop, pool, tennis, pickleball, clubhouse and an award-winning restaurant.

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

7,405 sq ftLot Size

$505Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Eric Pfeifer • Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

Bought with Becky Mulka • VIP Realty Sanibel and Captiva

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:FORTMLS #223068907

Redfin Estimate

$731,099

$52K since sold in November 2023$2,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 11.2% lower than the average sale price ($823K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 10, 2026
$545,000
A
3 beds3.5 baths1,349 sq ft
1611 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$655,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,717 sq ft
1607 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD APR 6, 2026
$575,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,275 sq ft
1651 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD MAR 17, 2026
$1,650,000
D
3 beds3 baths1,760 sq ft
1731 Venus Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD APR 16, 2026
$548,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,395 sq ft
984 Greenwood Ct S, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$965,000
F
3 beds3 baths1,807 sq ft
480 Las Tiendas Ln, Sanibel, FL 33957

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Market trends in 33957, FL

Last updated August 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

Recently sold homes

13 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 23 HRS AGO
$479,000
2 beds2 baths975 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
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2 beds2 baths1,196 sq ft
2840 W Gulf Dr #4, Sanibel, FL 33957
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,450,000
2 beds2 baths1,563 sq ft
2929 W Gulf Dr #102, Sanibel, FL 33957
3D WALKTHROUGH
$510,000
2 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft
1610 Middle Gulf Dr Unit B-2, Sanibel, FL 33957
3D WALKTHROUGH
$995,000
2 beds2 baths1,328 sq ft
2445 W Gulf Dr Unit A2, Sanibel, FL 33957
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,095,000
3 beds2 baths1,809 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$289,000
1 bed1 bath638 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$990,000
3 beds2 baths2,107 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$550,000
2 beds2 baths1,237 sq ft
5117 Sea Bell Rd Unit G205, Sanibel, FL 33957
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Sale history for 1653 Sand Castle Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,524 (+15.5%)

2024

$6,517 (−18.1%)

2023

$7,953 (+15.7%)

$279,365 + $143,732

$423,097

2022

$6,872 (+19.8%)

2021

$5,734 (+8.4%)

2020

$5,288 (−2.5%)

2019

$5,425 (−2.9%)

$210,000 + $141,265

$351,265

2018

$5,587 (−2.0%)

$210,000 + $141,265

$351,265

2017

$5,700 (+1.7%)

$200,000 + $155,296

$355,296

2016

$5,603 (+4.9%)

$200,000 + $155,296

$355,296

2015

$5,343 (+9.6%)

$200,000 + $143,151

$343,151

2014

$4,873

Tax history for 1653 Sand Castle Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,524 (+15.5%)

2024

$6,517 (−18.1%)

2023

$7,953 (+15.7%)

$279,365 + $143,732

$423,097

2022

$6,872 (+19.8%)

2021

$5,734 (+8.4%)

2020

$5,288 (−2.5%)

2019

$5,425 (−2.9%)

$210,000 + $141,265

$351,265

2018

$5,587 (−2.0%)

$210,000 + $141,265

$351,265

2017

$5,700 (+1.7%)

$200,000 + $155,296

$355,296

2016

$5,603 (+4.9%)

$200,000 + $155,296

$355,296

2015

$5,343 (+9.6%)

$200,000 + $143,151

$343,151

2014

$4,873

*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

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,405 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1993

Sq. Ft.

1,310

Year built

1990

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lee County

APN

194623T200100048A

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Apr 6, 2023 • Final

Roof

Remove the existing shingle roof and install a new shingle roof on a residential building. All work must comply with the 2020 Florida Building Code.

Roofing

Jun 29, 2018 • Final

Window/door

Replace windows on a residential building.

Remodel

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
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Parking
Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Unpaved, Garage Door Opener
# of Covered Spaces: 2

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Laundry Information
Features: Inside

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Icemaker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Interior Features
Window Features: Single Hung, Sliding, Impact Glass
Partially
Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Vinyl
Other Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dual Sinks, Living/Dining Room, Tub Shower, Cable TV, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Split Bedrooms

Exterior

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Security/High Impact Doors, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Porch, Screened
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

Pool and Spa Information
Pool Features: Community

Land Information
Irrigation Source: Municipal

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.17
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 146 x 54 x 143
Lot Dimensions Source: Appraiser
Lot Size Source: Appraiser
Lot Features: On Golf Course, Sprinklers Automatic
Road Surface Type: Paved
Is Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake

Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: Northwest
Resale
Has Property Attached

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,871.51
Tax Year: 2022

Rental Information
Pets Allowed Details: Yes

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric

Location

Multi Unit Information
# Of Units In Community: 2

HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Association Fee 2: $130
Annually
Association Fee 3: 0.0
Association Fee Includes: Association Management, Golf, Irrigation Water, Legal/Accounting, Maintenance Grounds, Recreation Facilities
Association Amenities: Beach Rights, Beach Access, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Pool, Putting Green(s), Restaurant, Tennis Court(s)

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,310
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Lee County
APN: 194623T200100048A

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Around this home

Schools

The Sanibel School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi

10/10

Cypress Lake High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.5mi

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, 26 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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Sun exposure

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

$695,000 – $841,000

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Home values near 1653 Sand Castle Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1631 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1371 Sq. Ft.	$747,164
1649 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1510 Sq. Ft.	$748,078

Address	Redfin Estimate
1657 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1085 Sq. Ft.	$613,101
1647 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1275 Sq. Ft.	$621,687

Address	Redfin Estimate
1621 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1404 Sq. Ft.	$683,891
1643 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1330 Sq. Ft.	$721,741

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