Timeless charm meets modern comfort in this iconic home located in Sanibel’s beloved Dunes community. Designed with classic New England character and Old Florida warmth, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence with a den offers inviting spaces filled with craftsmanship and comfort. Step inside and you’re welcomed by shiplap walls, white-on-white interiors, wood floors, and a cozy fireplace that sets the tone for relaxed island living. The spacious primary suite features a large bath, generous walk-in closet, and serene natural light. Every detail, from the window boxes overflowing with blooms to the picket fence and porch swing, evokes a feeling of home, not just a house. A separate guest apartment above the two-car garage offers a private retreat with its own bedroom and bath, perfect for guests, extended family, or creative studio space. Outdoors, the home has been updated with all-new Hardie board siding, while the covered porch, lush landscaping, and storybook playhouse invite moments of joy and reflection. Across the street, protected preservation land ensures that your peaceful view of Sanibel’s natural beauty will remain untouched forever. Every element of this property combines simple elegance with modern convenience, a home that feels both classic and completely current. 1517 Sand Castle Road isn’t just beautifully built, it’s beautifully lived in. You don’t just want to see it. You want to live here.
Sold for $1,735,000
$1,735,000
1517 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
4beds
3,632sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
0.68 Acres Lot
$1,785,000 Zestimate®
$478/sqft
$6,661 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,785,000
$1.70M - $1.87M
$6,661/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 17 hours ago
Listed by:
Eric J Pfeifer 239-472-0004,
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Bought with:
Trevor Nette, 608454
Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2250995
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), See Remarks
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dbl Sinks, Sep. Shower, Tile
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Washer, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Sink
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Storage, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Split Bedrooms
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors, Impact Resistant Doors
- Windows: Double Hung, Impact Resistant Windows, Sliding
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,659
- Total interior livable area: 3,632 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Double Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Open Porch, Patio, Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Beach Access, Lake
- Frontage length: 108
Lot
- Size: 0.68 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 194623T1002000050
- Other equipment: Generator, Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Hard-l-Board
- Foundation: Partially Elevated
- Roof: Fiberglass
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Irrigation System
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Clubhouse, Deeded Beach Access, Golf Course Semi Private, Pool, Pro Shop, Restaurant, Restricted Rentals, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Sanibel
- Subdivision: Dunes Sanibel
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $200 annually
- Association phone: 239-454-1101
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Sold | $1,735,000-13%$478/sqft |
Source:  Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250995 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2026 | Pending sale | $1,995,000$549/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250995 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2025 | Price change | $1,995,000-7.2%$549/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250995 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000+43.8%$592/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2250995 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2230553 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2023 | Price change | $1,495,000-16.7%$412/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #223035545 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2023 | Price change | $1,795,000-5.3%$494/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2230553 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2023 | Price change | $1,895,000-13.7%$522/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2230553 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+382.4%$604/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2230553 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/1997 | Sold | $455,000$125/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,855 +2.9% | $558,684 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $7,637 +3.3% | $542,939 +3% |
| 2023 | $7,396 +7.2% | $527,125 +3% |
| 2022 | $6,902 -0.6% | $511,772 +3% |
| 2021 | $6,941 +0.8% | $496,866 +1.6% |
| 2020 | $6,886 +1.9% | $488,841 -28.9% |
| 2019 | $6,760 | $687,995 +46.7% |
| 2018 | $6,760 0% | $468,940 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $6,761 +0% | $459,295 -27.9% |
| 2016 | $6,758 +0.5% | $636,771 +2.3% |
| 2015 | $6,723 -1.8% | $622,600 +18.3% |
| 2014 | $6,844 -0.1% | $526,108 +1.2% |
| 2013 | $6,849 +1.7% | $519,680 -4.6% |
| 2012 | $6,737 +1.5% | $544,909 +30.7% |
| 2011 | $6,637 -3.1% | $416,823 -0.6% |
| 2010 | $6,851 -0.1% | $419,383 -25.4% |
| 2009 | $6,859 +5.1% | $562,240 -32% |
| 2007 | $6,528 -2.7% | $827,080 +6.6% |
| 2006 | $6,710 -5.2% | $776,130 +22.8% |
| 2004 | $7,077 +1.6% | $631,850 +2.8% |
| 2003 | $6,964 -10.1% | $614,430 -8.3% |
| 2002 | $7,744 | $670,190 +81.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $368,720 |
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Neighborhood: 33957
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10The Sanibel SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 5/10Cypress Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.1 mi
- 2/10South Fort Myers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 13.9 mi
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- Florida
- Lee County
- Sanibel
- 33957
- 1517 Sand Castle Rd