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For salePrice cut: $200K (4/29)
$1,995,000
3beds
3,253sqft

1490 Middle Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957

3beds
3,253sqft
Single family residence
Built in 2003
0.45 Acres
2 Garage spaces
$613 price/sqft

What's special

Granite countertopsSerene riverfront livingLush tropical landscapingCustom cabinetryGourmet kitchenWood burning fireplaceGenerous breakfast bar

Custom designed and built with quality concrete construction, this three bedroom, four and a half bath residence lives like a private island retreat. Lush tropical landscaping and vibrant gardens frame the home, setting the tone before you even step inside. The great room is light, open, and elegant with marble floors, ...

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Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2260088MLS Logo
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Living Room

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

Screened Patio / Pool

Office

Dining Room

Living Room

Zillow last checked:

Listing updated:

Listed by:

Eric J Pfeifer 239-472-0004,

Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2260088MLS Logo

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 4
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
  • Room types: Dining Room, Family Room, Formal Dining, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Primary bedroom
  • Features: Carpet, Porch, Sitting Area, 2 Walk-In Closets
Primary bathroom
  • Features: Dbl Sinks, Double Vanity, Sep. Shower, Sep. Tub, Tile
Heating
  • Central
Cooling
  • Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned 3+ Cooling
Appliances
  • Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Internet Ready, Microwave, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Ice Maker, Electric Oven, Washer, Water Heater 2+, Wine Cooler
  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Sink
Features
  • Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Storage, Wet Bar, High Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s), Split Bedrooms
  • Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Tile
  • Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors, Impact Resistant Doors
  • Windows: Picture, Sliding, Window Coverings
  • Has fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 8,675
  • Total interior livable area: 3,253 sqft
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Double Garage
  • Garage spaces: 2
Features
  • Patio & porch: Patio, Screened, Porch
  • Exterior features: Outdoor Kitchen
  • Has private pool: Yes
  • Pool features: In Ground, Caged, Electric Heat, Equipment Stays, Private
  • Spa features: Spa
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Golf Course, River
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: River
  • Waterfront features: River Front, Beach Access, Near Beach, River
  • Frontage length: 100
Lot
  • Size: 0.45 Acres
  • Features: Sidewalk
Details
  • Parcel number: 304623T400009006D
  • Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Block, Stucco
  • Foundation: Raised, Piling Concrete
  • Roof: Tile
Condition
  • Year built: 2003

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public, Irrigation System

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: Deeded Beach Access, Restricted Rentals
  • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision: Metes And Bounds
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: Sanibel

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $613/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $2,191,414
  • Annual tax amount: $26,340
  • Date on market: 1/21/2026
  • Cumulative days on market: 132 days
  • Listing terms: BTF/Cash
  • Lease term: Month To Month
  • Road surface type: Paved

Price history

DateEventPrice
4/29/2026Price change$1,995,000-9.1%$613/sqft
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2260088 Report a problem
3/12/2026Price change$2,195,000-4.4%$675/sqft
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2260088 Report a problem
1/21/2026Listed for sale$2,295,000+45%$706/sqft
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2260088 Report a problem
11/20/2015Sold$1,583,000-6.6%$487/sqft
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #215051115 Report a problem
9/14/2015Listed for sale$1,695,000$521/sqft
Source: Pfeifer Realty Group LLC #215051115 Report a problem
8/10/2015Listing removed$1,695,000$521/sqft
Source: Phaidra McDermott #2141275 Report a problem
4/20/2015Price change$1,695,000-5.6%$521/sqft
Source: Phaidra McDermott #2141275 Report a problem
2/14/2015Listed for sale$1,795,000$552/sqft
Source: Phaidra McDermott #2141275 Report a problem
4/12/2013Listing removed$1,795,000$552/sqft
Source: VIP Realty Group,Inc #201242500 Report a problem
11/30/2012Listed for sale$1,795,000$552/sqft
Source: VIP Realty Group,Inc #201242500 Report a problem

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$27,438 -3%$1,735,538 +10%
2024$28,293 +10.2%$1,577,762 +10%
2023$25,686 +23.9%$1,434,329 +10%
2022$20,739 +20.5%$1,303,935 +10%
2021$17,216 +3.6%$1,185,395 +4.9%
2020$16,620 -2.8%$1,129,732 -2.2%
2019$17,093 $1,154,696 -0.9%
2018$17,093 -2.9%$1,165,254 -5.2%
2017$17,602 -5.9%$1,229,790 +13.4%
2016$18,715 +9.6%$1,084,944 -1.3%
2015$17,070 -3.1%$1,098,730 +11.5%
2014$17,623 +9.3%$985,843 +5.9%
2013$16,122 -21.7%$931,148 -25.7%
2012$20,600 +9.1%$1,253,680 +11.9%
2011$18,879 -3%$1,119,962 -0.6%
2010$19,465 -9.1%$1,126,369 -13.4%
2009$21,404 -14.3%$1,301,390 -18.1%
2007$24,985 +19.2%$1,589,910 +25.8%
2006$20,956 +34.8%$1,263,960 +51.5%
2004$15,540 +233.2%$834,110 +233.6%
2003$4,664 +75%$250,000 +78.6%
2002$2,664 $140,000

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$12,272/mo
Principal & interest
$9945
Property taxes
$2327
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    Estimated market value

    $1,849,300

    $1.76M - $1.94M

    $7,392/mo

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    Neighborhood: 33957

    Nearby schools

    The Sanibel School
    Grades PK-8 • 4 miles
    9/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    10/10
    Student Progress Rating
    9/10
    Cypress Lake High School
    Grades 9-12 • 12 miles
    5/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    4/10
    College Readiness Rating
    6/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10
    South Fort Myers High School
    Grades 9-12 • 14.7 miles
    2/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    College Readiness Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    1/10

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