-Privacy and proximity to the beach are just a few of the numerous features this home has to offer. Located on an oversized lot at the end of a cul-de-sac and a beautiful lake setting, rests this lovely home updated with granite kitchen counters, tile and wood floors, expansive lanai, and a lap pool surrounded by wood decking and a brand new metal roof and 2 newer air conditioning systems. This property would be a superb family home or seasonal rental. East Rocks is conveniently located off prestigious West Gulf Dr. just minutes to shopping and restaurants. Sanibel schools are the BEST in Florida with Blue Ribbon rating! A great place for families and well suited for retirement. Golfing, shelling, kayaking, birding, biking, all at your fingertips on Sanibel Island. New Galvalum roof 2016. 2 Newer Air Conditioning systems Rheem. new Water heater 2015.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
0.52 acresLot Size
$542Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Phaidra McDermott• John R Wood Island Real Estate
Bought with Phaidra McDermott• John R Wood Island Real Estate
If you've been looking for an affordable first or second home on Sanibel, your search is over! This spectacular home is unparalleled at this price point. Featuring three bedrooms and three baths, two of which are newly remodeled, this home has it all. Completely new generation wired the property features smart-home integration, incredible water and preserve views and is just a short walk to owner's access to the most beautiful beaches in the world! Just too many features to list here, so come check out the home and snatch this one up before it's gone.
Public Records
Dec 6, 2011
Sold
$565,000
$324/sq ft
FORTMLS #201135156
Nov 30, 2011
Sold
$595,000
$341/sq ft
Nov 30, 2011
Price Changed
$599,950
$344/sq ft
+20
If you've been looking for an affordable first or second home on Sanibel, your search is over! This spectacular home is unparalleled at this price point. Featuring three bedrooms and three baths, two of which are newly remodeled, this home has it all. Completely new generation wired the property features smart-home integration, incredible water and preserve views and is just a short walk to owner's access to the most beautiful beaches in the world! Just too many features to list here, so come check out the home and snatch this one up before it's gone.
FORTMLS #200905952
Jan 26, 2010
Price Changed
$665,000
$381/sq ft
Dec 10, 2009
Sold
$587,500
$337/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 10, 2009
Sold
$587,500
$337/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 31, 2002
Sold
$575,000
$330/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 20, 1996
Sold
$260,000
$149/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1985
Sold
$45,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,261 (+2.8%)
2024
$9,981 (+4.2%)
2023
$9,580 (+6.2%)
2022
$9,017 (−0.6%)
2021
$9,072 (+0.5%)
2020
$9,028 (−2.9%)
2019
$9,299 (−8.0%)
$302,500 + $343,497
$645,997
2018
$10,104 (−4.6%)
$302,500 + $343,497
$645,997
2017
$10,588 (+45.0%)
$275,000 + $396,051
$671,051
2016
$7,302 (−1.8%)
$275,000 + $396,051
$671,051
2015
$7,433
2014
$7,439
Tax history for 689 E Rocks Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,261 (+2.8%)
2024
$9,981 (+4.2%)
2023
$9,580 (+6.2%)
2022
$9,017 (−0.6%)
2021
$9,072 (+0.5%)
2020
$9,028 (−2.9%)
2019
$9,299 (−8.0%)
$302,500 + $343,497
$645,997
2018
$10,104 (−4.6%)
$302,500 + $343,497
$645,997
2017
$10,588 (+45.0%)
$275,000 + $396,051
$671,051
2016
$7,302 (−1.8%)
$275,000 + $396,051
$671,051
2015
$7,433
2014
$7,439
*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
1
Lot width
98 ft.
Lot depth
154 ft.
Lot size
0.52 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,745
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lee County
APN
284622T1003050170
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 26, 2026.
Feb 26, 2024 • Final
Roof
Roofing
Apr 11, 2023 • Active
Addition/alteration
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.