Why Live in Village of Sanibel
The Village of Sanibel in Leesburg is part of the larger deed-restricted community known as The Villages. This neighborhood features manicured lawns, subtropical gardens, and mature Sylvester Palms and live oaks. Housing options include Cottage Homes, Courtyard Villas, and Designer Homes, with styles ranging from Spanish Revival to Minimal Traditional. Residents enjoy access to numerous recreational facilities, including the Sanibel Pool, Captiva Recreation Center, and several golf courses such as Volusia Executive Golf Course and Bonifay Championship Golf Course. The Bonifay Country Club offers a restaurant with Caribbean cuisine and weekly live entertainment. Brownwood Paddock Square, located about 4 miles away, provides nightly free entertainment, dining options like Bluefin Grill & Bar, and boutique shopping at Kylie’s Closet Jewelry Boutique. For daily necessities, Colony Plaza is just over a mile away and includes a Publix, Walgreens, and various chain restaurants. While golf carts are a popular mode of transportation within The Villages, they are not permitted on main roads but can travel safely via paved pathways, tunnels, and bridges. The nearest hospital is 3 miles away, Florida’s Turnpike is 10 miles away, and Orlando International Airport is 60 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Village of Sanibel a good place to live?
Village of Sanibel is a good place to live. Village of Sanibel is considered very car-dependent and bikeable. Village of Sanibel has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 75. The average household income is $108,853 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 43% of residents. A majority of residents in Village of Sanibel are home owners, with 3.3% of residents renting and 96.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Village of Sanibel can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Village of Sanibel neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Village of Sanibel?
The median home price in Village of Sanibel is $482,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $96,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,440 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Village of Sanibel. The average household income in Village of Sanibel is $109K.
What are the best public schools in Village of Sanibel?
The best public schools that serve Village of Sanibel are:
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Are home prices dropping in Village of Sanibel?
Yes, home prices in Village of Sanibel are down 17% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Village of Sanibel, FL
On average, homes in Village of Sanibel, The Villages sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Village of Sanibel, The Villages over the last 12 months is $432,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$432,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$412,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$264
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median List Price
$482,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%