Get ready to be surprised. Modest from the street, magnificent inside — your Sanibel dream home surprise awaits. Don’t be fooled by the unassuming curb appeal: this near-beach Rabbit Road home unfolds into nearly 2,300 sq. ft. of light-filled, open living that feels far larger than it looks from the road. Vaulted ceilings, oversized picture windows, shiplap accents and wide sightlines create a spacious, airy flow that greets you the moment you step through the door. From the great room to the private balconies, nearly every room frames peaceful preserve and river views, giving the home a much bigger, brighter feel than the exterior suggests. A smart investor’s find and an exceptional second-home retreat, this property delivers immediate income—with more than $36,000 already collected in 2026—and no HOA fees. Whether you’re buying for rental cash flow or for family time by the Gulf, you move in to turnkey convenience and strong demand. Entertaining is effortless in the upgraded kitchen: stainless appliances, a 36” Verona range, granite counters, soft-close cabinets, pot filler and a wet-bar sink. Two comfortable guest bedrooms (one with a private preserve-view balcony and a Jack-and-Jill bath) and a generous upstairs primary suite with its own balcony, walk-in closet and en-suite bath provide plenty of private space for family and guests—yet the home retains a unified, open feel that enhances the sense of size. Outdoor living extends the interior’s breadth: deeded beach access less than ½ mile away, a bike path behind the property through protected preserve, and a low-maintenance backyard ready for your personal touch. A two-car garage and ample storage complete the package. Recent, quality upgrades add peace of mind: 2023 metal roof 2024 PGT impact windows & sliders 2024 Hardie board siding Newer HVAC Offered turnkey furnished (if in contract by May 30, 2026), with competitive, transferable windstorm and flood coverage (approx. $900/year). Quiet on the outside, grand on the inside—this Sanibel home is a rare combination of modest curb appeal and unexpectedly generous living. Schedule a tour and be surprised.
For sale
$825,000
785 Rabbit Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
3beds
2,300sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
0.38 Acres Lot
$779,200 Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-car garageGranite countersTwo comfortable guest bedroomsShiplap accentsOversized picture windowsEn-suite bathJack-and-jill bath
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 11, 2026 at 12:56am
Listed by:
Tony Dibiase 239-839-4987,
John R. Wood Properties
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2260375
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned, See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Internet Ready, Microwave, Pot Filler, Electric Range, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Washer, Water Heater, See Remarks
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Storage, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Tile
- Doors: Impact Resistant Doors
- Windows: Impact Resistant Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,054
- Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Double Garage, See Remarks
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River Front, River, Near Beach
- Frontage length: 10
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 284622T2000051010
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Hard-l-Board
- Foundation: Raised, Piling Wood
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Assessment Paid
- Water: Assessment Paid
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Sanibel Hamlet
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $359/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $639,984
- Annual tax amount: $8,524
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash,Consider Exchange
Estimated market value
$779,200
$740,000 - $818,000
$3,821/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000-2.8%$359/sqft |
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| 2/2/2026 | Listing removed | $849,000$369/sqft |
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| 11/17/2025 | Listing removed | $9,000$4/sqft |
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| 11/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,000-4.6%$369/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Price change | $9,000+100%$4/sqft |
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| 8/11/2025 | Listing removed | $890,000$387/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Price change | $4,500-10%$2/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $890,000$387/sqft |
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| 4/30/2025 | Listing removed | $890,000$387/sqft |
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| 3/30/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,000+1401.5%$2/sqft |
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| 3/21/2025 | Price change | $890,000-1.1%$387/sqft |
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| 2/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $900,000-5.2%$391/sqft |
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| 9/16/2024 | Listing removed | $333 |
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| 6/25/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $949,000+183.3%$413/sqft |
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| 2/17/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/15/2024 | Price change | $333-96.7% |
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| 1/16/2024 | Listed for rent | $10,000+66.7%$4/sqft |
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| 9/28/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/9/2022 | Price change | $6,000+2300%$3/sqft |
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| 9/4/2022 | Price change | $250-95.8% |
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| 3/27/2022 | Price change | $6,000+20%$3/sqft |
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| 3/2/2022 | Listed for rent | $5,000$2/sqft |
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| 8/2/2019 | Sold | $335,000+41.5%$146/sqft |
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| 8/10/2016 | Sold | $236,745+52.7%$103/sqft |
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| 12/21/1999 | Sold | $155,000$67/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,524 +18.1% | $519,780 +10% |
| 2024 | $7,216 -26% | $472,527 -11% |
| 2023 | $9,752 +23.2% | $530,862 +10% |
| 2022 | $7,913 +19.9% | $482,602 +10% |
| 2021 | $6,599 +3.6% | $438,729 +4.9% |
| 2020 | $6,370 +6.6% | $418,282 -1.3% |
| 2019 | $5,977 | $423,944 -1.1% |
| 2018 | $5,977 -9.5% | $428,774 -0.4% |
| 2017 | $6,608 -2.3% | $430,403 +10.1% |
| 2016 | $6,762 +106.1% | $390,778 +0.9% |
| 2015 | $3,281 -1.2% | $387,305 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $3,321 +0.2% | $381,801 +21.6% |
| 2013 | $3,313 +1.8% | $313,905 -4.4% |
| 2012 | $3,255 +1.2% | $328,482 +0.7% |
| 2011 | $3,215 -0.8% | $326,143 -0.4% |
| 2010 | $3,242 +16.5% | $327,479 -10.7% |
| 2009 | $2,784 +0% | $366,750 -21.5% |
| 2007 | $2,783 -2.1% | $467,330 +46.2% |
| 2006 | $2,844 -3.9% | $319,650 +35.6% |
| 2004 | $2,958 +1.4% | $235,660 +3.8% |
| 2003 | $2,917 +0.7% | $227,020 +5.8% |
| 2002 | $2,898 | $214,630 +48.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $144,110 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,981/mo
Principal & interest
$4019
Property taxes
$962
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Neighborhood: 33957
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10The Sanibel SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Cypress Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 14.6 mi
- 2/10South Fort Myers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 17.5 mi
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