Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,447 sqft

1653 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.17 acresLot Size
1990Year Built
$469/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$130/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Located in the popular Dunes neighborhood of Sanibel Island, this two-story 3BR/3.5BA duplex offers the very essence of tropical living. With perfect southern exposure, you’ll enjoy the breathtaking vistas of the 18th hole of the Dunes golf course. As you step inside, you’ll immediately notice the updates throughout. The 3 spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, provide the utmost in convenience and comfort. Wake up to expansive panoramic views from 2 of the 3 bedrooms both upstairs...Located in the popular Dunes neighborhood of Sanibel Island, this two-story 3BR/3.5BA duplex offers the very essence of tropical living. With perfect southern exposure, you’ll enjoy the breathtaking vistas of the 18th hole of the Dunes golf course. As you step inside, you’ll immediately notice the updates throughout. The 3 spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, provide the utmost in convenience and comfort. Wake up to expansive panoramic views from 2 of the 3 bedrooms both upstairs and down. The kitchen is updated and flows nicely to the dining and living areas and onto the screened porch with lovely views beyond. Conveniently located close to the causeway providing easy on and off the island. Added amenities include a new roof, all impact windows, new LVP flooring, 2 enclosed garages with newly installed garage doors. This home is partially furnished and is move-in ready. The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club is within walking distance and offers a semi-private golf course, driving range, golf shop, pool, tennis, pickleball, clubhouse and an award-winning restaurant.
  • Listed by: Eric Pfeifer • Pfeifer Realty Group LLC eric@pfeiferrealtygroup.com
Listing closed: 11/15/2023 12:00 AM • Source: FORTMLS, MLS#: 223068907
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Principal and Interest

$3,625

Property Taxes

$573

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1653 Sand Castle Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $6,872 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
  • County: Lee County
  • Development: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Building Design: Villa Attached, Duplex
  • Community Type: Golf Course, Non-Gated, Tennis
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront Desc: Lake
  • Waterfront Desc: Lake
  • View: Golf, Lake
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Lot Size: 0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • City: SANIBEL
  • Directions: West on Periwinkle Way, Right on Bailey Road, Left On Sand Castle follow to the right, duplex is on the left.
  • Human Modified: Yes
  • Latitude: 26.46
  • Longitude: -82.04
  • MLS Area Major: SI01 - Sanibel Island
  • Pets: No Approval Needed
  • Postal Code: 33957
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Street Name: Sand Castle
  • Street Number: 1653
  • Street Suffix: RD
  • Block: 100
  • Full Address: 1653 Sand Castle RD
  • View: Yes
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: .00
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Unpaved, 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: $130.00
  • Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
  • Maintenance: Association Management, Golf, Irrigation Water, Legal Accounting, Maintenance Grounds, Recreation Facilities
  • Association Mngmt Phone: 239-472-5020
  • Mandatory HOA: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,871.51
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Transfer Fee: $299.00
  • Association Fee 3: $.00

Property

Lot Information
  • Source of Measure Total Area: Appraiser
  • Development Name: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Parcel Number: 19-46-23-T2-00100.048A
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Section: 19
  • Lot Unit: 48
  • Source of Measure Living Area: Appraiser
  • Source of Measure Lot Dimensions: Appraiser
  • Lot Desc: On Golf Course, Sprinklers Automatic
  • Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 0.17
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 146 x 54 x 143
  • Source of Measurements: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Legal Desc: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND PH 3 S/D PB 34 PG 104 LOT 48 W 1/2
Property and Assessments
  • Total Area: 2673.0
  • Rear Exposure: SE
  • Approx Living Area: 1447.0
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Property Sub Type: Attached
  • Township: 46
  • Range: 23
  • Special Assessment: 0.00
  • Sub Condo Name: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Year Built Numeric: 1990
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Attached, Duplex, Villa
  • Restrictions: Deed Restrictions, No Commercial
Lease Information
  • Land Lease Fee: $.00
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: Dollars Per Square Foot
  • 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
  • Golf Type: Golf Public
  • Annual Food And Beverage Minimum: 0.00
  • Units in Complex: 2
  • Other Fee: $.00
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Total Floors: 2
  • Total Annual Recurring Fees: $130.00
  • Total One Time Fees: $299.00
  • Units in Building: 2

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Architectural Style: Two Story, Duplex
  • Association Amenities: Beach Rights, Beach Access, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Pool, Putting Greens, Restaurant, See Remarks, Tennis Courts
  • Boat Access: None
  • Canal Width: None
  • Community Features: Golf, Non Gated, Tennis Courts
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Security High Impact Doors, Sprinkler Irrigation, Storage
  • Exterior Features: Storage, Sprinklers Auto
  • Irrigation Source: Municipal
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Private Pool: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detectors
  • Structure Type: Duplex
  • Gulf Access: No
  • Spa: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Baths Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4.0
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3 Bed
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Elevator Text Details: None
  • Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Vinyl
  • Furnished Desc: Partially
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings, Dual Sinks, Living Dining Room, Tub Shower, Cable TV, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Closets, Split Bedrooms
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Cable Prewire, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet, Smoke Detectors
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Levels: Two
  • Window Features: Single Hung, Sliding, Impact Glass

Rental

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

Property History for 1653 Sand Castle Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 15, 2023

Sold

Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS #2230889

$679,000—
Nov 15, 2023

Sold

FORTMLS #223068907

$679,000—
Nov 7, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522203095

$679,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/15/2023

Sold

Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS #2230889

$679,000
11/15/2023

Sold

FORTMLS #223068907

$679,000
11/07/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522203095

$679,000

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

Public Records for 1653 Sand Castle Road

Taxable Value

Land

$290,446

Additions

$207,046
Total$497,492

Tax Record

2025

$7,524 ($627 / month)

Home Facts

Baths

3

Total Finished SqFt

1,446 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,446 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

7,405 SqFt

Style

Duplex

Year Built

1990

Year Renovated

1991

County

LEE

APN

19-46-23-T2-00100.048A

Schools near 1653 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 Pfeifer Realty Group LLC, Eric Pfeifer

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