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Last Sold Price
3 beds3,055 sqft

1589 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.34 acresLot Size
1986Year Built
$371/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Bring your beach towel and start living the Paradise Dream! Fully furnished and turnkey, this beautifully maintained island home offers peace of mind and effortless living with a host of recent updates, including a durable metal roof (re-screwed in 2024), hurricane-rated front door and porch windows (2021), rear sliders (2023), and new hurricane shutters installed on all sides (2021–2024). Gorgeous flooring runs throughout the home, which boasts an open floor plan ideal for entertaining. Large sliders...Bring your beach towel and start living the Paradise Dream! Fully furnished and turnkey, this beautifully maintained island home offers peace of mind and effortless living with a host of recent updates, including a durable metal roof (re-screwed in 2024), hurricane-rated front door and porch windows (2021), rear sliders (2023), and new hurricane shutters installed on all sides (2021–2024). Gorgeous flooring runs throughout the home, which boasts an open floor plan ideal for entertaining. Large sliders create seamless indoor/outdoor living and showcase scenic views of the fairways. Enjoy all-day sun with desirable southern exposure. The pool area has been beautifully refreshed within the past 3 years, featuring updated decking, new coping, and a stylish outdoor shower added in 2023. The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances (2020–2025), and the home includes a new AC system (2021) and condenser (2023). Located on the east end of the island for quick access on and off Sanibel, and just moments from the beach. Optional membership to The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club includes access to an 18-hole championship course set in a protected Audubon wildlife preserve, six Har-Tru tennis courts, four pickleball courts, reduced greens and court fees, plus generous dining and retail discounts. Experience the best of the Sanibel lifestyle at The Dunes!
  • Listed by: Deborah Smith • Michael Saunders & Company dsmith@viprealtysales.com
Listing closed: 08/15/2025 12:00 AM • Source: FORTMLS, MLS#: 225050236
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Median sold price

$1,175,000

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Michael Saunders & Company, Deborah Smith

Sold By Wunsch Realty Inc, Jon Wunsch

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Property Information for 1589 Sand Castle Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $13,369 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
  • County: Lee County
  • Development: THE DUNES SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Building Design: Single Family
  • Community Type: Golf Course, Non-Gated, Tennis
  • Waterfront: No
  • Waterfront Desc: None
  • Waterfront Desc: None
  • View: Golf, Landscaped Area
  • Garage Spaces: .00

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Lot Size: 0.34 AC / 14,897 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • City: Sanibel
  • City Region: 1-Sanibel
  • Country: US
  • Human Modified: Yes
  • Latitude: 26.46
  • Longitude: -82.05
  • MLS Area Major: SI01 - Sanibel Island
  • Pets: No Approval Needed
  • Postal Code: 33957
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Street Name: Sand Castle
  • Street Number: 1589
  • Street Suffix: RD
  • Block: 100
  • Full Address: 1589 Sand Castle RD
  • View: Yes
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 3.00
  • Carport: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Unpaved, Attached Carport
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Amenity Rec Fee: $.00
  • Application Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee Total: $200.00
  • Association Fee Total Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee 2: $.00
  • Primary HOA Fee Freq: Annually
  • Maintenance: Other
  • Association Mngmt Phone: 239-454-1101
  • Mandatory HOA: No
  • HOA Desc: Voluntary
  • Tax Annual Amount: $13,368.57
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Transfer Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee 3: $.00

Property

Lot Information
  • Source of Measure Total Area: Plans
  • Development Name: THE DUNES SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Frontage Length: 100.0
  • Parcel Number: 19-46-23-T1-00100.0640
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Section: 19
  • Lot Unit: 64
  • Source of Measure Living Area: Plans
  • Source of Measure Lot Dimensions: Appraiser
  • Lot Desc: Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Automatic
  • Acres: 0.342
  • Lot Size Area: 0.342
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 149 x 100 x 150
  • Source of Measurements: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Legal Desc: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND PH 3 S/D PB 34 PG 104 LOT 64
Property and Assessments
  • Total Area: 3055.0
  • Rear Exposure: S
  • Approx Living Area: 3055.0
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Township: 46
  • Senior Community: false
  • Range: 23E
  • Special Assessment: 0.00
  • Sub Condo Name: THE DUNES SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Year Built Numeric: 1986
  • 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
  • Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water: Central

Multi Family

Multi-Family Information
  • Golf Type: Golf Non Equity,Golf Public
  • Annual Food And Beverage Minimum: 0.00
  • Units in Complex: 1
  • Total Floors: 1
  • Total One Time Fees: $.00
  • Units in Building: 1

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Architectural Style: Stilt
  • Association Amenities: Beach Rights, Beach Access, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Pickleball, Pool, Restaurant, Tennis Courts
  • Canal Width: None
  • Community Features: Golf, Non Gated, Tennis Courts
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Security High Impact Doors, Sprinkler Irrigation, Outdoor Shower, Patio
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Outdoor Shower, Patio, Sprinklers Auto
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier
  • Irrigation Source: Reclaimed Water
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glass Enclosed, Open, Patio, Porch
  • Pool Features: Concrete, Pool Equipment, See Remarks, Community
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Metal
  • Security Features: None, Smoke Detectors
  • Gulf Access: No
  • Spa: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Refrigerator With Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Wine Cooler, Washer
  • Baths Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3.0
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3+Den
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Elevator Text Details: None
  • Fireplace Features: Master Bedroom
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Furnished Desc: Furnished
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Bathtub, Closet Cabinetry, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Dual Sinks, Kitchen Island, Sitting Area In Primary, Separate Shower, Cable Tv, Bar, Window Treatments, Split Bedrooms
  • Interior Features: Closet Cabinets, Cathedral Ceiling, Bar, Smoke Detectors, Window Coverings
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Window Features: Single Hung, Sliding, Impact Glass, Window Coverings
Room 1 Information
  • Room Description: Living Room
  • Room Dimensions: 20.20 x 25.60
  • Room Length: 20.2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 25.6
Room 2 Information
  • Room Description: Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions: 16.90 x 12.20
  • Room Length: 16.9
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.2
Room 3 Information
  • Room Description: Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions: 19.00 x 11.60
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.6
Room 4 Information
  • Room Description: Dining Room
  • Room Dimensions: 20.00 x 12.50
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 5 Information
  • Room Description: Master Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions: 18.30 x 28.50
  • Room Length: 18.3
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 28.5
Room 6 Information
  • Room Description: Den
  • Room Dimensions: 12.40 x 16.90
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 16.9

Rental

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

Property History for 1589 Sand Castle Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 15, 2025

Sold

FORTMLS #225050236

$1,133,000—
Aug 15, 2025

Sold

Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS #2250673

$1,133,000—
Aug 15, 2025

Pending

FORTMLS #225050236

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/15/2025

Sold

FORTMLS #225050236

$1,133,000
08/15/2025

Sold

Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS #2250673

$1,133,000
08/15/2025

Pending

FORTMLS #225050236

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For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1589 Sand Castle Road

Taxable Value

Land

$412,945

Additions

$507,541
Total$920,486

Tax Record

2025

$13,793 ($1,149 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

3

Total Finished SqFt

2,788 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,788 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

14,898 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1986

Year Renovated

1992

County

LEE

APN

19-46-23-T1-00100.0640

Schools near 1589 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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1589 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL 33957
$1,133,000
3
3,055
14,897
$1,200,000
3
2,376
14,766
$583,500
3
1,603
7,505
$710,000
3
2
3,544
14,941
–
–
2.5
1,897
7,405
–
3
2
3,149
13,721

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Listing Courtesy of Michael Saunders & Company, Deborah Smith

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