Welcome to the Bird House—an extraordinary bayfront residence being offered for the first time by its original owner. This unique property features panoramic water views and a brand-new dock, a rare opportunity for boating and fishing enthusiasts. The main home captures expansive vistas from every room, with the primary suite and its ensuite bath encompassing the entire top floor. Connected by a large atrium, the charming guest cottage—circa 1940 and originally constructed on the property—offers two bedrooms, two baths, a kitchenette, and a spacious living area with a fireplace. Multiple decks and porches extend from nearly every room, providing tranquil spaces to enjoy the sights and sounds of San Carlos Bay. The grounds include a pool, hot tub, and ample outdoor space on almost a half-acre to experience Sanibel at its finest. Located on a peaceful street on the east end of Sanibel Island—close to shops, the bike path, and the causeway, and backing up to a nature preserve—the only sounds you’ll hear are gentle breezes and birdsong.Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of paradise!
Sold for $2,400,000
$2,400,000
1157 Bird Ln, Sanibel, FL 33957
3beds
3,349sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
0.45 Acres Lot
$2,399,300 Zestimate®
$717/sqft
$8,158 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,399,300
$2.16M - $2.69M
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Brand-new dockHot tubPanoramic water viewsEnsuite bathCharming guest cottageLarge atrium
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Listed by:
Eric J Pfeifer 239-472-0004,
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Bought with:
Eric J Pfeifer, 3014853
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2251233
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, See Remarks
Primary bedroom
- Features: Carpet, Sitting Area
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dbl Sinks, Sep. Shower, Sep. Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned 3+ Cooling
Appliances
- Included: Additional Refrigerator, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Electric Oven, Washer, Water Heater 2+
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Storage, 8 Ft Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Impact Resistant Doors
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Impact Resistant Windows, Picture, Sliding, Storm Protection Partial
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Fireplace 2 or More
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,376
- Total interior livable area: 3,349 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Double Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open Porch, Patio, Screened, Wood Deck
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Equipment Stays, Private
- Spa features: Spa
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: Bayfront
- Frontage length: 98
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Dead End
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 184623T3002000070
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Trim Wood, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Raised, Piling Concrete, Piling Wood
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Irrigation System
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Richardsons O L
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $717/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,307,097
- Annual tax amount: $21,243
- Date on market: 12/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 197 days
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash,Other
- Lease term: Month To Month
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Sold | $2,400,000-20%$717/sqft |
Source:  Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2251233 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2026 | Pending sale | $2,999,000$895/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2025023499 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2026 | Contingent | $2,999,000$895/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2251233 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,999,000$895/sqft |
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2025023499 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Pending sale | $2,999,000$895/sqft |
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2025023499 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Contingent | $2,999,000$895/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2251233 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $2,999,000-14.2%$895/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2251233 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000-12.5%$1,044/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2251233 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2231018 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000-9.1%$1,193/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #223080030 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2230181 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,395,000$1,312/sqft |
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS #223007385 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,128 +2.9% | $1,576,802 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $21,502 +2.5% | $1,522,819 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $20,988 +7.7% | $1,477,739 +3% |
| 2022 | $19,488 -0.9% | $1,434,198 +3% |
| 2021 | $19,675 +0.5% | $1,392,911 +1.7% |
| 2020 | $19,581 +1.6% | $1,369,969 -41.4% |
| 2019 | $19,269 | $2,338,540 +83.4% |
| 2018 | $19,269 +3% | $1,274,805 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $18,708 -0.2% | $1,248,585 -39.9% |
| 2016 | $18,741 +0.4% | $2,078,976 +9.1% |
| 2015 | $18,674 -1.9% | $1,905,903 -6.8% |
| 2014 | $19,041 -0.2% | $2,045,393 +6.5% |
| 2013 | $19,086 +1.5% | $1,920,047 -21% |
| 2012 | $18,807 -1.6% | $2,429,037 -0.3% |
| 2011 | $19,111 -0.9% | $2,435,288 +1.9% |
| 2010 | $19,292 +7.8% | $2,389,475 -12.5% |
| 2009 | $17,891 +7.2% | $2,730,530 +14% |
| 2007 | $16,695 -2.7% | $2,395,590 +0.4% |
| 2006 | $17,155 -5.2% | $2,385,340 +26% |
| 2004 | $18,103 +1.6% | $1,892,420 +2% |
| 2003 | $17,825 +41.3% | $1,855,350 +28.4% |
| 2002 | $12,616 | $1,445,140 +116.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $666,680 |
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Neighborhood: 33957
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