$2,100,000
SOLD JUL 20, 2023

513 Lighthouse Way Sanibel, FL 33957

3 Beds
3 Baths
3,526 Sq Ft
0.32 Acres

Recently Sold

$596 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Dock has access to electricity and water
  • Boat Lift
  • Sanibel Elementary School Rated A-
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Mangrove Front

About This Home

As of July 2023

Located on one of the prettiest streets on the east end of Sanibel this 3 BR/3BA canal home is one of a kind. A boating enthusiast’s dream boasting a 60 ft dock with lift and direct access to the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This updated home is ready to move right in and features a new metal roof and impact windows throughout. Relax in the luxurious top floor primary suite offering a private sundeck overlooking the San Carlos Bay. The main level of the home features oak floors throughout and a vast, open concept living room and dining room complete with a wood burning fireplace. Beautifully appointed kitchen with custom cabinetry, marble counters, and a large wood topped island with counter seating. There is a deck located off of the kitchen that overlooks the large caged pool and the canal beyond. For added convenience there is an elevator that accesses all levels of the home. Located close to the beach, island amenities, and the bridge for easy on/off the island.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Pfeifer

Pfeifer Realty Group LLC License #3014853 Listed on: 05/09/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Shane Spring

The Keyes Company License #705973

The Keyes Company

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,269

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 142 x 98
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Home fronts a canal
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • South Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $42 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Canal
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Elevated Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,526 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Ceiling height of 10 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Sliding Windows
  • Casement Windows
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • High Impact Windows
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Pool

  • Screened Pool
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Pool Equipment Stays

Outdoor Features

  • Mangrove Front
  • Boat Lift
  • Dock has access to electricity and water

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 29
  • Assessor Parcel Number 20-46-23-T2-01500.0290

Community Details

Overview

  • Lighthouse Way Homeowners Association, Phone Number (239) 851-5254
  • Sanibel Estates Subdivision

Recreation

  • Gulf Boat Access
  • Community Beach Access

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,269

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$42 per month

Listing Details

  • Subdivision Name: Sanibel Estates
  • Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Design: Split Bedrooms, Two Story
  • Legal Description: SANIBEL ESTATES UNIT 4 OR 113 PG 652 LOT 29
  • Strap Number: 20-46-23-T2-01500.0290
  • Subject To F I R P T A: No
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Miscellaneous: Beach Access, Fireplace 2 or more
  • Folio Id: 10125899
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Elevator: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 595.58
  • Total Sq Ft: 7926
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Internet Ready, Microwave, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Smoke Detector(s), Wall Oven Elec, Washer, Water Heater
  • Estimated Living Sq Ft: 3526
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms Display: 3/0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Ceiling: 8 Ft Ceilings, 10+ Ft Ceilings
  • Den: No
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile Floor, Wood Floor
  • Furnished: No
  • Furnishing: Unfurnished
  • Primary Bathroom: Dbl Sinks, Dbl Vanity, Sep. Shower, Sep. Tub, Tile, Whirlpool
  • Master Bedroom: Fireplace, Walk-In Closet
  • Windows: Casement, Impact Resistant Windows, Sliding

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: Canal Salt, Mangroves, Navigable, No Bridge
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Coastal Construction: Not Applicable
  • Ext Fin Trim: Hard-l-Board
  • Pool: Yes
  • View: Bay, Canal, Lawn/Garden
  • Roads: Cul-de-Sac, Paved, Private
  • Construction Stat: Elevated, Frame, Piling Wood, Slab
  • Pool Description: Below Ground, Caged, Electric Heated, Equipment Stays
  • Rear Exposure: South
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Auto Garage Opener(s), Double Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City, Irrigation System
  • Air Conditioner: Yes
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air/Cooling, Zoned 2 Cooling
  • Heating: Central Heat

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 500
  • Association Fee Period: Annually
  • Association Management: Lighthouse Way Homeowners Association
  • Management Company Phone: 239-851-5254
  • HOA: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Community Amenities: Deeded Beach Access, Restricted Rentals

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.32
  • Geo Update Timestamp: 2023-05-09
  • Geo Address Line: 513 Lighthouse Way
  • Geo Primary City: Sanibel
  • Geo Quality: 0.95
  • Geo Subdivision: FL
  • Geo Zoom Level: 16
  • Lot Depth: 142
  • Lot Frontage: 98
  • Lot Number: 29
  • Lot Size Irregular: No
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13977
  • Lot Sq Ft Source: CRS Tax
  • Lot Features: Cul-de-Sac
  • Survey: No

Rental Info

  • Rental: No
  • Rent Type: Monthly

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 24269
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2023
Closed on
Jul 20, 2023
Sold by
Garvin Family Trust
Bought by
513 Dream Llc
Seller's Agent
Eric Pfeifer
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Shane Spring
The Keyes Company
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$195,000
-8.5%
Views
20

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.08%
Original Mortgage
$1,365,000
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 14, 2020
Closed on
Apr 15, 2021
Sold by
Ruane Kevin B and Ruane Doreen M
Bought by
Garvin Jeff and The Garvin Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Eric Pfeifer
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Eric Pfeifer
List Price
$2,195,000
Sold Price
$1,755,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$440,000
-20.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.26%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2016
Closed on
Jun 16, 2017
Sold by
Kimberley Belziler Micahel J and Kimberley Belziler
Bought by
Ruane Kevin B and Ruane Dorren M
Seller's Agent
Valerie Tutor
Kingfisher Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Eric Pfeifer
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
List Price
$1,929,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$479,000
-24.83%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.11%
Original Mortgage
$1,160,000
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2009
Sold by
Deimer Kurt and Deimer Lisa
Bought by
Belzile Michel J and Belzile Kimberley

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2006
Sold by
Kauffman Arthur W
Bought by
Deimer Kurt and Deimer Lisa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $2,100,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,755,000 Superior Ttl Svcs Of Sanibel
Warranty Deed $1,450,000 Superior Toitle Servoices Od
Warranty Deed $1,575,000 Realty Title Services Of San
Warranty Deed $1,462,500 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,783,800 New Conventional
Closed $1,365,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,160,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $397,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $220,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,540,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,078,125 New Conventional
Previous Owner $350,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $1,000,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $275,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/13/2025 06/13/25 For Sale $2,699,000 +28.5% $597 / Sq Ft
07/20/2023 07/20/23 Sold $2,100,000 -8.5% $596 / Sq Ft
06/08/2023 06/08/23 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2023 05/24/23 For Sale $2,295,000 0.0% $651 / Sq Ft
05/15/2023 05/15/23 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2023 05/09/23 For Sale $2,295,000 +30.8% $651 / Sq Ft
04/15/2021 04/15/21 Sold $1,755,000 -20.0% $498 / Sq Ft
03/16/2021 03/16/21 Pending -- -- --
10/14/2020 10/14/20 For Sale $2,195,000 +51.4% $623 / Sq Ft
06/16/2017 06/16/17 Sold $1,450,000 -24.8% $346 / Sq Ft
05/17/2017 05/17/17 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2016 07/14/16 For Sale $1,929,000 -- $460 / Sq Ft
Source: Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $27,640 $1,907,140 $1,296,755 $540,151
2023 $27,333 $1,911,393 $0 $0
2022 $25,280 $1,455,027 $0 $0
2021 $19,459 $1,340,276 $852,619 $487,657
2020 $16,249 $1,135,963 $0 $0
2019 $15,987 $1,110,423 $0 $0
2018 $15,990 $1,089,718 $0 $0
2017 $19,239 $1,293,610 $770,000 $523,610
2016 $17,667 $1,151,197 $782,310 $368,887
2015 $16,174 $998,497 $777,341 $221,156
2014 $15,849 $967,598 $708,545 $259,053
2013 -- $903,810 $520,750 $383,060
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2230556

Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS®

APN: 20-46-23-T2-01500.0290