966 Sand Castle Rd

1,783 Sq. Ft.
$431 / Sq. Ft.
1,783
Sq. Ft.
$431
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Exceptional value in The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club on Sanibel Island. This Heron floor plan residence offers a spacious and open design ideal for comfortable island living or a relaxing second-home retreat. The open floor plan is light and airy, seamlessly connecting the living and dining areas to a large private lanai, where you can enjoy tranquil views of the surrounding natural landscaped preserve the home backs onto, providing privacy and a tropical setting. Recent updates add style and peace...Exceptional value in The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club on Sanibel Island. This Heron floor plan residence offers a spacious and open design ideal for comfortable island living or a relaxing second-home retreat. The open floor plan is light and airy, seamlessly connecting the living and dining areas to a large private lanai, where you can enjoy tranquil views of the surrounding natural landscaped preserve the home backs onto, providing privacy and a tropical setting. Recent updates add style and peace of mind, including updated plumbing fixtures and a new roof installed in 2023. The primary suite is generously sized and includes a well-appointed bath with a separate soaking tub and walk-in shower. An exterior elevator/lift offers added convenience and accessibility. On Sanibel’s desirable east end, the home is just a five-minute distance to the bayside beach and is ideally near the clubhouse and community amenities. Residents of The Dunes enjoy a beautifully maintained community known for its resort-style lifestyle. Club membership is available and required to access amenities, which include a championship golf course, tennis facilities, pickleball, clubhouse with dining options and an active social calendar. Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence, seasonal getaway or investment opportunity, this home represents a value-priced property in one of Sanibel’s premier communities, offering natural beauty and an exceptional lifestyle.
  1. Listed by Jeffrey Burns • Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty • jeff.burns@premiersir.com
  2. Listed by Timothy Drobnyk • Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Property Details for 966 Sand Castle Road

Development
DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
Building Design
Single Family
Community Type
Golf Course, Non-Gated
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Desc
None
Waterfront Desc
None
View
Landscaped Area
Garage Spaces
.00
LISTING UPDATED: 01/21/2026 02:18 PM

Property Details for 966 Sand Castle Road

StatusActive
MLS #2026002870
Days on Market10
Taxes$9,654 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1986
Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,283 SF
CountyLee County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Jeffrey Burns; Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Timothy Drobnyk
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Building Information for 966 Sand Castle Road

Stories1Year Built1986Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,283 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,552 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,748

Property Taxes

$805

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 966 Sand Castle Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Sanibel
  • Human Modified: Yes
  • Latitude: 26.45
  • Longitude: -82.04
  • MLS Area Major: SI01 - Sanibel Island
  • Pets: No Approval Needed
  • Postal Code: 33957
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Street Name: Sand Castle
  • Street Number: 966
  • Street Suffix: RD
  • Block: D
  • Full Address: 966 Sand Castle RD
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 2.00
  • Carport: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Underground, Two Spaces, 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: Association Management, Legal Accounting
  • Association Mngmt Phone: 239-454-1101
  • Mandatory HOA: Yes
  • HOA Desc: Mandatory
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,653.58
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Transfer Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee 3: $.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Source of Measure Total Area: Appraiser
  • Development Name: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Parcel Number: 20-46-23-T1-0020D.0060
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Section: 20
  • Lot Unit: 6
  • Source of Measure Living Area: Appraiser
  • Source of Measure Lot Dimensions: Appraiser
  • Lot Desc: Rectangular Lot
  • Acres: 0.282
  • Lot Size Area: 0.282
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 123 x 100 x 123
  • Source of Measurements: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Legal Desc: THE DUNES SANIBEL ISLAND BLK D PB 29 PG 8 LOT 6
Property and Assessments
  • Total Area: 3043.0
  • Rear Exposure: N
  • Approx Living Area: 1783.0
  • 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: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Year Built Numeric: 1986
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Restrictions: Deed Restrictions, No Rv
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
  • Num Unit Floor: 1
  • Golf Type: Golf Non Equity
  • Annual Food And Beverage Minimum: 0.00
  • Units in Complex: 1
  • Total Floors: 1
  • Total One Time Fees: $.00
  • Units in Building: 1
  • Unit Location: 1
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Architectural Style: Stilt
  • Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Golf Course, Pickleball, Tennis Courts, Management
  • Canal Width: None
  • Community Features: Golf, Non Gated
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: None, Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier, Raised
  • Irrigation Source: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Lanai, Porch, Screened
  • Private Pool: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detectors
  • Gulf Access: No
  • Spa: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Baths Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2.0
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3 Bed
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Elevator Text Details: Private
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
  • Furnished Desc: Unfurnished
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Family Dining Room, Living Dining Room, Separate Shower, Vaulted Ceilings, Elevator
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling, Smoke Detectors
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Window Features: Single Hung, Sliding
Rental
Rental Information
  • One Time Rec Lease Fee: $.00

Property History for 966 Sand Castle Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

FORTMLS #2026002870

$769,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/20/2026

Listed (Active)

FORTMLS #2026002870

$769,000

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

Public Records for 966 Sand Castle Road

Taxable ValueLand$379,759Additions$254,478Total$634,237
Tax Record2025$8,935 ($745 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,783 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,783 SqFtStories1Lot Size12,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986Year Renovated1988CountyLEEAPN20-46-23-T1-0020D.0060

Schools near 966 Sand Castle Road

This home is within School District of Lee County.
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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966 Sand Castle Road is a single family home for sale in Sanibel, FL 33957. This property was listed for sale on January 20, 2026 by Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty, it's currently listed at $769,000. This listing's school district is School District of Lee County. Nearby schools include Harlem Heights Community Charter School, Amikids Southwest Florida and Oasis Charter High School. 966 Sand Castle Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,783 sqft single family home built in 1986.

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Listing Courtesy of Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Jeffrey Burns; Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Timothy Drobnyk

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