Discover the perfect blend of coastal comfort and island living at 1143 Sand Castle Road, ideally situated in the desirable Dunes community on Sanibel Island. Beautifully renovated throughout in 2024, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath ground-level pool home offers fresh coastal finishes, modern upgrades, and a thoughtfully designed split-bedroom floor plan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Step inside to find a bright, open-concept interior featuring an updated kitchen, stylish furnishings, and an inviting flow between the living and dining areas. Nearly every detail has been refreshed, creating a welcoming, move-in-ready retreat with the comforts and conveniences of a modern island home. Outdoors features a spacious screened lanai and private heated pool overlook the lush fairways of the 3rd hole at The Dunes Golf Course, offering a peaceful backdrop for morning coffee, afternoon relaxation, or entertaining with family and friends. Additional highlights include an attached garage and a convenient location near Sanibel's beautiful beaches, shopping, dining, and island attractions. The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club offers additional recreational opportunities, including golf, tennis, dining, and social amenities. Offered fully furnished and turnkey, this beautifully updated home presents an exceptional opportunity for a full-time residence, seasonal island escape, or vacation rental investment. Come experience the effortless charm and laid-back lifestyle that make Sanibel Island so special!
For sale
$1,325,000
1143 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
3beds
2,676sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
0.41 Acres Lot
$1,240,100 Zestimate®
$495/sqft
$23/mo HOA
What's special
Modern upgradesAttached garagePrivate heated poolStylish furnishingsMove-in-ready retreatBright open-concept interiorFresh coastal finishes
- 17 days
- 333
- 8
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rob F Pailes 239-691-2265,
SBL Realty Group, LLC,
Carly Price 203-209-1845,
SBL Realty Group, LLC
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2260789
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: DR/LR Combo, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Porch, Sitting Area
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dbl Sinks, Sep. Shower, Sep. Tub
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Internet Ready, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, 8 Ft Ceilings
- Flooring: Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors, Other Add Agt Note, See Remarks
- Windows: Impact Resistant Windows, Single Hung, Sliding, Other Add Agt Note, See Remarks, Storm Protection Partial
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,734
- Total interior livable area: 2,676 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Double Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Ground Level
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened, Porch
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Caged, Electric Heat, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot, On Golf Course, Golf Course
Details
- Parcel number: 194623T20100G0270
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Ground Level, Stucco
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Dunes Sanibel
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $275 annually
- HOA phone: 239-454-1101
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $495/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $917,845
- Annual tax amount: $13,493
- Date on market: 10/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 17 days
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash
- Lease term: Month To Month
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,240,100
$1.18M - $1.30M
$7,739/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000-11%$495/sqft |
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| 7/25/2026 | Listing removed | $1,489,000$556/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2025021683 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Price change | $1,489,000-0.7%$556/sqft |
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2025021683 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000-6.3%$560/sqft |
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2025021683 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2025 | Listing removed | $1,599,000$598/sqft |
Source:  MIAMI #A11689792 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2024 | Price change | $1,599,000-5.9%$598/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4628293 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2024 | Price change | $1,699,000-2.9%$635/sqft |
Source:  SWFLMLS #224048265 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+125.8%$654/sqft |
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| 12/11/2023 | Sold | $775,000-3%$290/sqft |
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| 11/6/2023 | Pending sale | $799,000$299/sqft |
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| 10/31/2023 | Price change | $799,000-5.9%$299/sqft |
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| 10/4/2023 | Price change | $849,000-5.6%$317/sqft |
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| 8/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $899,000$336/sqft |
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| 6/30/2023 | Pending sale | $899,000$336/sqft |
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| 6/16/2023 | Listed for sale | $899,000+5.8%$336/sqft |
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| 11/22/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $849,900-50%$318/sqft |
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| 10/19/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/19/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,699,000$635/sqft |
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| 8/10/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/19/2022 | Price change | $1,699,000-5.3%$635/sqft |
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| 7/7/2022 | Price change | $1,795,000-5.3%$671/sqft |
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| 6/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000+185%$708/sqft |
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| 5/31/2017 | Sold | $665,000+90%$249/sqft |
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| 11/22/1996 | Sold | $350,000$131/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,493 +2% | $917,845 +2.3% |
| 2024 | $13,222 +2.2% | $897,000 +22% |
| 2023 | $12,935 +17.6% | $735,251 +10% |
| 2022 | $10,995 +22.2% | $668,410 +10% |
| 2021 | $9,001 +7.4% | $607,645 +8.9% |
| 2020 | $8,382 -3% | $557,981 -2.5% |
| 2019 | $8,638 | $572,515 -1.3% |
| 2018 | $8,638 -3.1% | $579,775 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $8,917 -0.2% | $570,097 +10.5% |
| 2016 | $8,938 +8% | $515,822 +7.2% |
| 2015 | $8,273 +4.3% | $480,999 +8.7% |
| 2014 | $7,932 +7.3% | $442,689 +0.3% |
| 2013 | $7,394 -0.3% | $441,312 +1.1% |
| 2012 | $7,419 -4.8% | $436,392 -3.4% |
| 2011 | $7,790 -1.5% | $451,779 +1% |
| 2010 | $7,912 -10.3% | $447,136 -16.5% |
| 2009 | $8,821 -7.6% | $535,600 -12.1% |
| 2008 | $9,546 -2.5% | $609,450 -2.1% |
| 2007 | $9,792 +1.3% | $622,240 +6.9% |
| 2006 | $9,665 -2.3% | $582,120 +9.8% |
| 2004 | $9,890 +8.3% | $530,340 +8.7% |
| 2003 | $9,130 +9.2% | $487,780 +11.4% |
| 2002 | $8,360 | $437,690 +36.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $320,540 |
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