$565,000
SOLD MAY 4, 2018

970 Sand Castle Rd Sanibel, FL 33957

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,512 Sq Ft
0.27 Acres

Recently Sold

$374 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

169 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Golf Course Community
  • Creek or Stream View
  • Sanibel Elementary School Rated A-
  • Mangrove Front
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of May 2018

Enjoy this beautiful elevated home in the special community of The Dunes on Sanibel. With the spectacular natural light and cathedral ceilings, this property has excellent interior volume. The list of updates over the last 5 months is substantial. A few of the updates include: new exterior fencing, exterior and interior paint, expanded and new driveway, brand new deck steps, redesigned kitchen with an island, brand new appliances and kitchen cabinets/exotic granite countertop, full security system, and much more. 3 bedroom, 2 bath split floor plan and tons of extra storage below. This home is ready for you immediately! 970 Sand Castle is your perfect home to start enjoying the Sanibel lifestyle you have been dreaming about.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Pfeifer

Pfeifer Realty Group LLC License #280522587 Listed on: 10/16/2017

Co-Listed By

Kerri Maw

Pfeifer Realty Group LLC License #280596897

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristine Cardinale, P.A.

John R. Wood Properties License #280596727

John R. Wood Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,080

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 0 x 125 x 0
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $11 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Florida Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,512 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Shutters
  • Single Hung Windows
  • Sliding Windows
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Workshop
  • Tile Flooring
  • Creek or Stream Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry Tub

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Unpaved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Mangrove Front
  • Deck
  • Open Patio
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Schools

  • Sanibel Elementary And Middle School
  • Fort Myers Choice High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Sewer Assessments
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 5 / D
  • Assessor Parcel Number 20-46-23-T1-0020D.0050

Community Details

Overview

  • Association Phone (239) 839-3633
  • Dunes At Sanibel Island Subdivision

Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Beach Access
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Putting Green

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,080

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$11 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Size: 100 x 0 x 125 x 0
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: PRG
  • Co List Office Phone: (239) 472-0004
  • Ownership: Single Family
  • Subdivision Name: DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND
  • Directions: Once over the Causeway, West on Periwinkle Way, Right on Bailey Road, Left on sand Castle staying to the right, home on the right
  • Architectural Style: Florida
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1985
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Bathtub, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Separate Shower, Cable TV, Bar, Home Office, Split Bedrooms, Workshop
  • Living Area: 1512.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Single Hung, Sliding, Shutters
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Automatic
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Mangroves, Creek/Stream
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Open, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Unpaved

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Tub
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Assessment Paid, Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Assessment Paid, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Golf, Non-Gated
  • Amenities: Beach Access, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Pool, Putting Green(s), Restaurant, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 130.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Phone: 239-839-3633
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: See Remarks

Schools

  • Elementary School: SANIBEL SCHOOL
  • High School: FORT MYERS CHOICE
  • Middle Or Junior School: SANIBEL SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 20-46-23-T1-0020D.0050
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5080.0
  • Tax Block: D
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Year: 2017

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2017
Closed on
May 4, 2018
Sold by
Werner Gilbert J and Werner Sherri
Bought by
Sceusa Mario J and Serpe Dawn M
Seller's Agent
Eric Pfeifer
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kristine Cardinale, P.A.
John R. Wood Properties
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$565,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-5.68%
Current Estimated Value
$947,361

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$382,361
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.47%
Original Mortgage
$430,000
Interest Rate
4.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2017
Closed on
Apr 28, 2017
Sold by
Revocab Starkweather Frances K
Bought by
Werner Gilbert J and Werner Sherri
Seller's Agent
Records Transfer
John R. Wood Properties
Buyer's Agent
Eric Pfeifer
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
List Price
$537,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$37,000
-6.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.73%
Original Mortgage
$49,500
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2009
Sold by
Starkweather Frances K
Bought by
Revocab Starkweather Frances K and Frances K Starkweather Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2004
Sold by
Scott Raye G and Scott Kim K
Bought by
Starkweather Frances K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 1994
Sold by
E M C Mtg Corp
Bought by
Scott Raye G and Scott Kim K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,500
Interest Rate
7.81%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $565,000 Barrier Island Title
Warranty Deed $500,000 Barrier Island Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $505,000 Barrier Island Title Service
Deed $136,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $426,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $430,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $49,500 Commercial
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $127,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/04/2018 05/04/18 Sold $565,000 -5.7% $374 / Sq Ft
04/04/2018 04/04/18 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2017 10/16/17 For Sale $599,000 +19.8% $396 / Sq Ft
04/28/2017 04/28/17 Sold $500,000 -6.9% $331 / Sq Ft
03/17/2017 03/17/17 Pending -- -- --
02/14/2017 02/14/17 For Sale $537,000 -- $355 / Sq Ft
Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

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 $6,310 $449,159 -- --
2023 $6,000 $429,985 $0 $0
2022 $5,615 $417,461 $0 $0
2021 $5,639 $463,411 $193,837 $269,574
2020 $5,602 $399,706 $189,750 $209,956
2019 $6,269 $409,409 $189,750 $219,659
2018 $6,329 $405,365 $189,750 $215,615
2017 $5,081 $348,843 $0 $0
2016 $5,051 $387,024 $165,000 $222,024
2015 $5,137 $372,398 $153,700 $218,698
2014 -- $336,600 $204,930 $131,670
2013 -- $332,794 $185,200 $147,594
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Eric Pfeifer

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Eric Pfeifer

    Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

    (239) 472-0004

    668 in this area

    960 Total Sales

    Eric Pfeifer
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  • Kerri Maw

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Kerri Maw

    Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

    (239) 292-4944

    74 in this area

    84 Total Sales

    Kerri Maw
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  • Kristine Cardinale, P.A.

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Kristine Cardinale, P.A.

    John R. Wood Properties

    (239) 464-1225

    9 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Kristine Cardinale, P.A.
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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Records Transfer

    John R. Wood Properties

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Map

Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 217061683

Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

APN: 20-46-23-T1-0020D.0050

Florida Lee County Sanibel 33957

970 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL

This home is located at 970 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957 and is currently priced at $565,000, approximately $373 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 970 Sand Castle Rd is a home located in Lee County with nearby schools including Sanibel Elementary School, Cypress Lake Middle School, and Cypress Lake High School.

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