$1,700,000
$100K PRICE DROP

1537 Sand Castle Rd Sanibel, FL 33957

Estimated payment $10,226/month

Total Views 2,048
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,316 Sq Ft
$734 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • Sanibel Elementary School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

Luxury living at its finest in the prestigious Dunes community on Sanibel! This elegant residence offers a seamless blend of comfort, style, and breathtaking views. The open floor plan is anchored by soaring tray ceilings and a spacious living and dining area that flows beautifully into a gourmet kitchen—complete with stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, walk-in pantry, and a large island perfect for entertaining. Wake up to serene, picture-perfect views of Horseshoe Lake from the luxurious primary suite, which features a spa-like bathroom with dual sinks and separate vanity, a walk-in shower, and a tub. With a total of four bedrooms—including a private en suite and two additional guest rooms with a shared bath—this home is designed for both privacy and togetherness. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with an expansive L-shaped screened lanai that opens to nature’s beauty and the tranquil lake beyond. On the side of the home, a private pool and spa create the perfect retreat, while allowing unobstructed lake views from the main living areas. The lower level features a versatile flex space with elevator access and interior stairs, ideal for a home office, gym, or media room—plus generous storage, a two-car garage, and a separate golf cart garage. The Dunes community offers semi-private golf, tennis, pickleball, and dining with memberships available, along with easy access via two island entrances and exits. All just minutes from Sanibel’s world-renowned beaches, boutique shops, restaurants, and mainland access—this is island living at its most refined.

Listing Agent

Mary Bondurant

Kingfisher Real Estate Inc. License #3186806 Listed on: 06/24/2025

Co-Listing Agent

John Bondurant

Kingfisher Real Estate Inc. License #3224144

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,354

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Irregular Lot

HOA Fees

  • $17 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Elevated Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 2,316 Sq Ft Home
  • Elevator
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Ceiling height of 10 feet or more
  • Single Hung Wood Windows
  • Sliding Windows
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Lake Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking

Pool

  • Outdoor Pool

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater

Community Details

  • Alliant Association, Phone Number (239) 545-1101
  • Dunes Sanibel Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 10
  • Assessor Parcel Number 19-46-23-T1-00200.0100

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,354

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$17 per month

Listing Details

  • Subdivision Name: Dunes Sanibel
  • Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Legal Description: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND PHASE II PB 33 PG 90 LOT 10
  • Strap Number: 19-46-23-T1-00200.0100
  • Subject To F I R P T A: No
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Folio Id: 10125138
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Elevator: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 734.02
  • Total Sq Ft: 6462
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Gas, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Wall Oven Elec, Washer, Water Heater
  • Estimated Living Sq Ft: 2316
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms Display: 3/0
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Ceiling: 10+ Ft Ceilings, Tray Ceiling
  • Den: No
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Tile Floor
  • Furnished: No
  • Furnishing: Unfurnished
  • Master Bedroom: First Floor, Porch, Tile
  • Windows: Single Hung, Sliding

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: Lake
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Coastal Construction: Not Applicable
  • Ext Fin Trim: Vinyl
  • Pool: Yes
  • View: Lake
  • Construction Stat: Elevated, Frame, Piling Wood
  • Rear Exposure: Southeast
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Double Garage, Under Bldg

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air/Cooling
  • Heating: Central Heat

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 200
  • Association Fee Period: Annually
  • Association Management: ALLIANT
  • Management Company Phone: 239-545-1101
  • HOA: Yes

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.38
  • Geo Update Timestamp: 2025-06-24
  • Geo Address Line: 1537 Sand Castle Rd
  • Geo Primary City: Sanibel
  • Geo Quality: 0.95
  • Geo Subdivision: FL
  • Geo Zoom Level: 16
  • Lot Number: 10
  • Lot Size Irregular: Yes
  • Lot Sq Ft: 16718
  • Lot Sq Ft Source: Leepa
  • Survey: No

Rental Info

  • Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 11354
  • Tax Year: 2024

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $11,060 $810,615 -- --
2023 $11,060 $782,005 $0 $0
2022 $10,338 $764,083 $0 $0
2021 $10,417 $798,465 $298,300 $500,165
2020 $10,383 $731,586 $298,300 $433,286
2019 $11,195 $748,551 $298,300 $450,251
2018 $11,516 $754,977 $298,300 $456,677
2017 $11,384 $742,907 $190,000 $552,907
2016 $10,408 $653,936 $190,000 $463,936
2015 $9,339 $702,212 $217,360 $484,852
2014 -- $599,006 $217,360 $381,646
2013 -- $632,996 $208,700 $424,296
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Price Changed $1,700,000 -5.6% $734 / Sq Ft
06/24/2025 06/24/25 For Sale $1,800,000 +136.8% $777 / Sq Ft
10/08/2015 10/08/15 Sold $760,000 0.0% $328 / Sq Ft
10/08/2015 10/08/15 Sold $760,000 -8.3% $328 / Sq Ft
09/08/2015 09/08/15 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2015 09/08/15 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2015 06/25/15 For Sale $829,000 0.0% $358 / Sq Ft
03/06/2015 03/06/15 For Sale $829,000 -- $358 / Sq Ft
Source: Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $760,000 Florida Title & Guarantee Ag
Warranty Deed $740,000 Superior Title Services Of S
Warranty Deed $161,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $380,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $530,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $160,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $94,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2250737

Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®

APN: 19-46-23-T1-00200.0100