Experience spectacular views, privacy, and serenity from this incredible near- beach elevated pool home. Overlooking the expansive native greenery of Bowman's Beach Park with partial views of the Gulf beyond, this home boasts an incredible location with quick and easy access to Sanibel's amazing west end beaches. World-renowned shelling is literally in your backyard! Southern exposure, tall ceilings and abundant windows create a cheerful and inviting living space. The open kitchen features white wood cabinets, quartz countertops, new stainless steel appliances, and a large pantry. Occupying the top floor, the primary suite is fantastic. The newly renovated custom bathroom has a double vanity, huge walk-in tile shower and luxurious soaking tub. The sun porch off of the bedroom affords some of the best views in the house. Multiple porches and extensive outdoor living space surround the custom pool area which includes a spa and spacious sun shelf. An enclosed staircase from the lower level garage and a three story private elevator provide added convenience. With a lovely combination of native and tropical plantings and a long stone driveway, this is a property to welcome you home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$528Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer McSorley• Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Listed by Eric Pfeifer• Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Bought with Eric Pfeifer• Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Custom built by the current owner, this spacious 3-story home is located on a large lot in Sanibel Bayous on Sanibel's quiet west end. Lush vegetation abounds and offers lots of privacy with no neighbors behind the house and a fenced yard. The main living level has custom pine flooring throughout the living areas, an amazing great room with soaring ceilings and lots of windows to bring the outside in. The kitchen is open to the living area and dining room and boasts a breakfast bar, large walk-in pantry and access to one of two screened lanais. Also on this level are 2 guest bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and laundry. A 3-story elevator services all levels. The 3rd story has a spacious master retreat with soaking tub, shower, vanity and walk-in closet. Peaks of the gulf from the deck in the master-you can hear the Gulf in Winter! The lower level offers lots of storage and a 2-car garage. Don't delay-this one is priced to sell.
Public Records
Sep 29, 1992
Sold
$102,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,738 (+39.2%)
$333,854 + $601,377
$935,231
2024
$9,871 (−11.4%)
$333,854 + $601,377
$935,231
2023
$11,136 (+6.9%)
$485,559 + $174,584
$660,143
2022
$10,413 (+61.7%)
2021
$6,439 (+0.6%)
2020
$6,402 (+1.8%)
2019
$6,290
2018
$6,288
2017
$6,283 (+0.5%)
2016
$6,251 (−1.6%)
2015
$6,351
2014
$6,353
Tax history for 5298 Umbrella Pool Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,738 (+39.2%)
$333,854 + $601,377
$935,231
2024
$9,871 (−11.4%)
$333,854 + $601,377
$935,231
2023
$11,136 (+6.9%)
$485,559 + $174,584
$660,143
2022
$10,413 (+61.7%)
2021
$6,439 (+0.6%)
2020
$6,402 (+1.8%)
2019
$6,290
2018
$6,288
2017
$6,283 (+0.5%)
2016
$6,251 (−1.6%)
2015
$6,351
2014
$6,353
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
2,252
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lee County
APN
134621T2002002160
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
May 15, 2025 • Active
Legacy - siding, soffit, stucco
Remodel
Sep 18, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Perform a backflow prevention test and provide a maintenance report.
Plumbing
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Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Underground, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Bathtub, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dual Sinks, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Central Vacuum, Elevator
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Stucco, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fence, None, Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Open, Patio, Porch
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Pool and Spa Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Electric Heat, Heated, In Ground, Pool Equipment
Has Spa
Spa Features: Electric Heat, In Ground
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.463
Lot Size Acres: 0.463
Lot Size Dimensions: 90 x 191 x 109 x 227
Lot Dimensions Source: Appraiser
Lot Size Source: Appraiser
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: Northeast
Entry Level: 2
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Resale
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $10,691
Tax Year: 2023
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, Zoned
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Zoned
Location
Multi Unit Information
# Of Units In Community: 1
HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Association Fee 2: $200
Annually
Association Fee 3: 0.0
Association Amenities: Beach Rights, Beach Access
Community Information
Community Features: Non-Gated
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,252
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Lee County
APN: 134621T2002002160
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
The Sanibel School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
Cypress Lake High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 16.5mi
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, 24 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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Estimated sale price
$1.19M – $1.45M
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