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Last Sold Price
3 beds2,487 sqft

1525 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.58 acresLot Size
1985Year Built
$304/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This beautiful, elevated, pool home was remodeled in 2006 & offers an original hand-painted mural in the entry way to greet your guests. Features include an elevator, Solar tubes, granite counter tops, open floor plan w/crown molding, Simonton hurricane windows & doors with a lifetime warranty, office with built-in desk & cabinets. Third bedroom is equipped with a pull out bed and an efficiency kitchen & also functions as a bedroom, sitting room w/ refrigerator for guests, or a small apartment for...This beautiful, elevated, pool home was remodeled in 2006 & offers an original hand-painted mural in the entry way to greet your guests. Features include an elevator, Solar tubes, granite counter tops, open floor plan w/crown molding, Simonton hurricane windows & doors with a lifetime warranty, office with built-in desk & cabinets. Third bedroom is equipped with a pull out bed and an efficiency kitchen & also functions as a bedroom, sitting room w/ refrigerator for guests, or a small apartment for caretakers. All three bathrooms feature granite vanities and granite vessel sinks. The two full baths have been tiled floor-to-ceiling for easy maintenance. Large windows from the living/dining area to the lanai overlooking the screened, heated pool with tranquil views of Horseshoe lake, exotic birds and wildlife. Lush landscaping is the crown to this Dunes "Jewel". Furnishings Negotiable.
  • Listed by: Karen Bell • VIP Realty Group,Inc karenbell@prodigy.net
Listing closed: 03/11/2016 12:00 AM • Source: FORTMLS, MLS#: 215024398
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Median sold price

$855,000

Avg days on market

156

Sale-to-list ratio

78.5%

Sanibel, FL

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Location

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Property Information for 1525 Sand Castle Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $7,545 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
  • County: Lee County
  • Development: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Building Design: Single Family
  • Community Type: Golf Course
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront Desc: Lake
  • Waterfront Desc: Lake
  • View: Lake
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Lot Size: 0.58 AC / 25,264 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • City: SANIBEL
  • Human Modified: No
  • MLS Area Major: SI01 - Sanibel Island
  • Pets: No Approval Needed
  • Postal Code: 33957
  • Street Name: Sand Castle
  • Street Number: 1525
  • Street Suffix: RD
  • Full Address: 1525 Sand Castle RD
  • View: Yes
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: .00
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Amenity Rec Fee: $.00
  • Application Fee: $.00
  • Condo Fee: $.00
  • Primary HOA Fee: $130.00
  • Association Fee 2: $.00
  • Primary HOA Fee Freq: Annually
  • Maintenance: None
  • Association Mngmt Phone: 239-839-3633
  • Mandatory HOA: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,545.00
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Transfer Fee: $.00
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Property

Lot Information
  • Source of Measure Total Area: Appraiser
  • Development Name: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Parcel Number: 19-46-23-T1-00200.0070
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Source of Measure Living Area: Appraiser
  • Source of Measure Lot Dimensions: Appraiser
  • Lot Desc: Irregular Lot
  • Acres: 0.58
  • Lot Size Area: 0.58
  • Source of Measurements: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Legal Desc: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND PHASE II PB 33 PG 89 LOT 7
Property and Assessments
  • Total Area: 5439.0
  • Rear Exposure: N
  • Approx Living Area: 2487.0
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Special Assessment: 0.00
  • Sub Condo Name: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Year Built Numeric: 1985
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Restrictions: Deed Restrictions
Lease Information
  • Land Lease Fee: $.00
  • One Time Land Lease Fee: $.00
  • One Time Mandatory Club Fee: $.00
  • One Time Othe Fee: $.00
  • One Time Special Assessment Fee: $.00
Utilities
  • Sewer: Central
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water: Central

Multi Family

Multi-Family Information
  • Units in Complex: 0
  • Total Floors: 1
  • Total Annual Recurring Fees: $130.00
  • Total One Time Fees: $.00
  • Units in Building: 0

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Wheelchair Access
  • Association Amenities: Beach Access, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Pool, Restaurant, Tennis Courts
  • Boat Access: None
  • Canal Width: N, o, n, e
  • Community Features: Golf
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Security High Impact Doors, See Remarks
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Irrigation Source: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Deck, Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: Concrete, Electric Heat, Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure, Community
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detectors
  • Gulf Access: No
  • Spa: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Baths Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3.0
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3 Bed
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Elevator Text Details: Private
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Furnished Desc: Negotiable
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Builtin Features, Bedroomon Main Level, Entrance Foyer, French Doors Atrium Doors, Living Dining Room, See Remarks, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Vaulted Ceilings, Elevator, Home Office, Split Bedrooms
  • Interior Features: Built-In Cabinets, Built-Ins, Foyer, Vaulted Ceiling, Wheelchair Access, Smoke Detectors, French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Rooms Total: 0
  • Window Features: Single Hung, Sliding, Impact Glass

Rental

Rental Information
  • One Time Rec Lease Fee: $.00

Property History for 1525 Sand Castle Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 11, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #567151207

$755,000

+0.1% / yr

Mar 11, 2016

Sold

FORTMLS #215024398

$755,000—
Feb 11, 2016

Pending

FORTMLS #215024398

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/11/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #567151207

$755,000

+0.1% / yr

03/11/2016

Sold

FORTMLS #215024398

$755,000
02/11/2016

Pending

FORTMLS #215024398

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Public Records for 1525 Sand Castle Road

Taxable Value

Land

-

Additions

-
Total-

Tax Record

2025

$9,181 ($765 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

4,035 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

4,035 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

23,174 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1985

Year Renovated

1990

County

LEE

APN

19-46-23-T1-00200.0070

Schools near 1525 Sand Castle Road

This home is within Lee.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charter - K to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Charter - 9 to 12
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Harlem Heights Community Charter School
CharterK to 5

Amikids Southwest Florida
Public6 to 12

Oasis Charter High School
Charter9 to 12

Oasis Charter Middle School
Charter6 to 8

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Listing Courtesy of VIP Realty Group,Inc, Karen Bell

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