$989,000

4534 Bowen Bayou Rd Sanibel, FL 33957

Estimated payment $6,410/month

Total Views 3,591
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,030 Sq Ft
$487 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • In Ground Pool
  • Bayou View
  • Sanibel Elementary School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

Nestled on a private half-acre, just moments from the beach, this stunning island retreat offers a rare blend of serenity and natural beauty. From the moment you enter this elevated home, your eyes are drawn through the spacious great room to the expansive deck, lush greenery, and peaceful sanctuary beyond. A true birdwatcher’s paradise, this property attracts daily visits from eagles, ospreys, songbirds, and wading birds. The tranquil waters behind the home serve as a vital nursery for young snook and tarpon, adding to the enchanting wildlife experience.Designed for effortless island living, the open and inviting floor plan features soaring vaulted ceilings, abundant storage, and a well-appointed kitchen with a large dining area. The great room, centered around a cozy wood-burning fireplace, seamlessly flows onto the deck through pocketing sliding doors, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor living space.The primary suite, privately situated on the west side, boasts large sliding glass doors that open onto the lanai, a spacious walk-in closet, and a spa-like bath with a soaking tub, sizable shower. Two guest rooms on the east side offer comfort and convenience, with easy access to a well-appointed bath.Rain or shine, an interior staircase provides sheltered access to the lower level, where a fantastic workshop and storage space await. Outside, the beautiful pool invites you to relax and soak in the peaceful surroundings.With easy beach access just a 10-minute walk or quick bike ride down Bowman’s Road, this quintessential Sanibel Island home is also conveniently close to Bowman’s Beach, Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, and Blind Pass. Every morning and evening, watch ibis and herons grace the skies as they come and go from the rookery behind the property.Offered fully furnished, this is a rare opportunity to own a true island sanctuary—where nature, comfort, and coastal charm come together seamlessly.

Listing Agent

Phaidra McDermott

Kingfisher Real Estate Inc. License #676199 Listed on: 02/22/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Mary Bondurant

Kingfisher Real Estate Inc. License #3186806

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,220

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Irregular Lot

HOA Fees

  • $13 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Beach House
  • Elevated Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Roof Vent Fans
  • Vinyl Trim
  • Aluminum Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 2,030 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Sliding Windows
  • Bayou Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Beach Access

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater

Community Details

  • Residents Association, Phone Number (239) 395-3718
  • Sanibel Bayous Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 159
  • Assessor Parcel Number 13-46-21-T2-00100.1590

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,220

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$13 per month

Listing Details

  • Subdivision Name: Sanibel Bayous
  • Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Design: Beach House, Great Room, Old Florida, Split Bedrooms
  • Legal Description: SANIBEL BAYOUS PHASE 1 UNR OR 884 PG 781 LOT 159
  • Strap Number: 13-46-21-T2-00100.1590
  • Subject To F I R P T A: No
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Miscellaneous: Beach Access, Fireplace Electric
  • Folio Id: 10005825
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Elevator: No
  • Price Per S Q F T: 487.19
  • Total Sq Ft: 3555
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Electric, Refrigerator, Smoke Detector(s), Washer, Water Heater
  • Estimated Living Sq Ft: 2030
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms Display: 2/0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Ceiling: 8 Ft Ceilings, 10+ Ft Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling
  • Den: No
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate Floor, Tile Floor, Wood Floor
  • Furnished: No
  • Furnishing: Unfurnished
  • Primary Bathroom: Dbl Vanity, Sep. Shower, Sep. Tub
  • Master Bedroom: Porch, Walk-In Closet
  • Windows: Sliding

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: None/Not Applicable
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Coastal Construction: Not Applicable
  • Ext Fin Trim: Trim Aluminum, Trim Vinyl
  • Pool: Yes
  • View: Bayou
  • Roads: Paved, Private
  • Construction Stat: Const. Complete, Elevated, Frame, Piling Wood
  • Pool Description: Below Ground
  • Roof: Fiberglass Shingle, Pitched, Roof Vent

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Covered, Double Garage, Under Bldg

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Yes
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air/Cooling
  • Heating: Central Heat

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 155
  • Association Fee Period: Annually
  • Association Management: Residents
  • Management Company Phone: 239-395-3718
  • HOA: Yes

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5
  • Geo Update Timestamp: 2025-02-22
  • Geo Address Line: 4534 Bowen Bayou Rd
  • Geo Primary City: Sanibel
  • Geo Quality: 0.95
  • Geo Subdivision: FL
  • Geo Zoom Level: 16
  • Lot Number: 159
  • Lot Size Irregular: Yes
  • Lot Sq Ft: 21884
  • Lot Sq Ft Source: Leepa
  • Survey: No

Rental Info

  • Rental: No
  • Rent Type: Monthly

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 11220
  • Tax Year: 2023

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $10,118 $677,618 $491,301 $170,858
2023 $11,220 $675,290 $0 $0
2022 $10,013 $613,900 $0 $0
2021 $8,296 $558,091 $158,146 $399,945
2020 $7,708 $511,145 $151,825 $359,320
2019 $7,923 $523,256 $198,300 $324,956
2018 $8,617 $559,588 $198,300 $361,288
2017 $8,655 $549,911 $156,800 $393,111
2016 $8,148 $507,732 $159,013 $348,719
2015 $7,924 $480,491 $176,176 $304,315
2014 $7,750 $464,804 $199,759 $265,045
2013 -- $475,101 $228,937 $246,164
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/22/2025 02/22/25 For Sale $989,000 -- $487 / Sq Ft
Source: Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $432,500 --
Warranty Deed $432,500 --
Warranty Deed $87,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $346,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2250336

Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®

APN: 13-46-21-T2-00100.1590