OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2010 for $345K

$714,272

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,356/mo

•

2,000

sq ft

978 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957

About this home

H. 5008 - A quaint complex of just 4 duplexes sharing a private pool, private tennis and beautiful grounds in a near beach setting on the East end of Sanibel. This spacious home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 1 half bath, a loft which is used as a 4th bedroom, vaulted ceilings, multiple porches, a gracious living area, an enclosed three car garage, workshop and even a peek to the Bay. Facing south with no neighboring duplex to the east this is a wonderful and carefree place to call home. Just steps to the Bay side park and moments to the beach. Maintenance fees cover the heated pool, tennis and grounds.

Single-familyProperty Type

1981Year Built

3,920 sq ftLot Size

$357Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Phaidra McDermott • John R Wood Island Real Estate

Bought with Phaidra McDermott • John R Wood Island Real Estate

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•Source:FORTMLS #201019149

Redfin Estimate

$714,272

$369K since sold in September 2010$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 48.8% lower than the average sale price ($1.40M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$655,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,717 sq ft
1607 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$1,250,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,102 sq ft
888 Limpet Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD APR 10, 2026
$545,000
C
3 beds3.5 baths1,349 sq ft
1611 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD MAR 3, 2026
$2,970,000
D
3 beds3 baths2,354 sq ft
1212 Isabel Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$1,300,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,031 sq ft
279 Ferry Landing Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
SOLD MAR 17, 2026
$1,650,000
F
3 beds3 baths1,760 sq ft
1731 Venus Dr, 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

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3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,450,000
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3D WALKTHROUGH
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2 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
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2 beds2 baths1,328 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
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3D WALKTHROUGH
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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 978 Sand Castle Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,839 (+12.9%)

2024

$6,057 (−24.8%)

2023

$8,055 (+17.4%)

$103,001 + $287,584

$390,585

2022

$6,861 (+19.7%)

2021

$5,729 (+7.4%)

2020

$5,335 (−2.7%)

$189,750 + $187,819

$377,569

2019

$5,483 (−2.9%)

$189,750 + $165,548

$355,298

2018

$5,647 (−3.0%)

$189,750 + $165,548

$355,298

2017

$5,823 (+6.5%)

$165,000 + $198,372

$363,372

2016

$5,466 (+2.9%)

$165,000 + $198,372

$363,372

2015

$5,313 (+9.0%)

$165,000 + $169,270

$334,270

2014

$4,873

Tax history for 978 Sand Castle Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,839 (+12.9%)

2024

$6,057 (−24.8%)

2023

$8,055 (+17.4%)

$103,001 + $287,584

$390,585

2022

$6,861 (+19.7%)

2021

$5,729 (+7.4%)

2020

$5,335 (−2.7%)

$189,750 + $187,819

$377,569

2019

$5,483 (−2.9%)

$189,750 + $165,548

$355,298

2018

$5,647 (−3.0%)

$189,750 + $165,548

$355,298

2017

$5,823 (+6.5%)

$165,000 + $198,372

$363,372

2016

$5,466 (+2.9%)

$165,000 + $198,372

$363,372

2015

$5,313 (+9.0%)

$165,000 + $169,270

$334,270

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

3,920 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1983

Sq. Ft.

1,734

Year built

1981

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lee County

APN

204623T10020D003A

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking
Features: Underground

Interior

Virtual Tour

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

Laundry Information
Features: Inside

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

Interior Features
Window Features: Single Hung, Sliding
Partially
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Other Features: High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Stories (Total): 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Tennis Court(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Porch, Screened

Pool and Spa Information
Pool Features: Community

Land Information
Irrigation Source: Municipal

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Size Source: Appraiser
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning Description: Residential

Property Information
Direction Faces: West
Entry Level: 1
Resale

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,218
Tax Year: 2009

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

HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Association Fee 2: $175
Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Recreation Facilities
Association Amenities: Pool, Tennis Court(s)

Community Information
Community Features: Golf

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,734
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1983
County: Lee County
APN: 204623T10020D003A

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Around this home

Schools

The Sanibel School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi

10/10

Cypress Lake High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.4mi

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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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

$679,000 – $822,000

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Home values near 978 Sand Castle Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
987 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2370 Sq. Ft.	$1,030,789
1021 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1752 Sq. Ft.	$1,151,003

Address	Redfin Estimate
963 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1912 Sq. Ft.	$745,782
1015 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1735 Sq. Ft.	$1,097,058

Address	Redfin Estimate
984 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1734 Sq. Ft.	$649,661
958 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1727 Sq. Ft.	$826,417

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