Discover the ultimate in beachfront luxury with this rare top-floor, direct Gulf-front unit at the prestigious Casa Ybel Resort. Recognized among Travel & Leisure’s "500 Greatest Hotels in the World" and Conde Nast Traveler’s "Best Places to Stay in the World," Casa Ybel is a world-class destination that offers a true island escape. This stunning unit seamlessly blends historic charm with modern conveniences. Vaulted ceilings create an airy, spacious feel, while granite countertops and high-end finishes add a touch of elegance. The expansive screened lanai is the perfect place to soak in breathtaking westerly sunset views over the Gulf of Mexico. Beyond the beauty of this fully turnkey one bedroom, one bath condo, Casa Ybel offers an unmatched resort lifestyle on 23 acres of beautifully landscaped Gulf-front property. Enjoy a wealth of amenities, including an Olympic-sized swimming pool, tennis courts with a resident pro, beach and bike rentals, seaside and in-room spa services, and a variety of activities from volleyball and basketball to shuffleboard and croquet. Families will love the on-site kids' club and endless opportunities for boating and fishing. This property is also an outstanding investment, generating strong rental income while offering a worry-free ownership experience. Whether you're seeking a personal island retreat or a high-performing rental, Cottage Colony West 132 is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Your beachfront paradise awaits!
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$425,000
2255 W Gulf Dr #132, Sanibel, FL 33957
1beds
827sqft
Condominium
Built in 1978
-- sqft lot
$418,100 Zestimate®
$514/sqft
$1,592 Estimated rent
Home value
$418,100
$368,000 - $472,000
$1,592/mo
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Historic charmModern conveniencesExpansive screened lanaiGranite countertopsDirect gulf-front unitHigh-end finishesBreathtaking westerly sunset views
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Listed by:
Eric J Pfeifer 239-472-0004,
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Bought with:
Deborah B Smith, 593014
Michael Saunders & Company
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2250451
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: DR/LR Combo, Kitchen
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower/Tub Combo, Tile
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors, Impact Resistant Doors
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 955
- Total interior livable area: 827 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Guest, Open
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Front, Gulf
Details
- Parcel number: 354622T20140D0050
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: See Remarks
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Stucco, CBS
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), None/Not Applicable
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Cable TV, Barbecue, Hot Tub/Whirlpool, Playground, Pool, Rental Office on Site, Restaurant, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Cable TV, Exter Pest Control, Maintenance Structure, Insurance, Internet, Irrigation, Landscape/Lawn, Manager, Pool Service, Recreation Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $1,192 monthly
- HOA phone: 239-472-3145
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $514/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $98,152
- Annual tax amount: $1,406
- Date on market: 3/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 167 days
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash
- Lease term: Daily
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2025 | Sold | $425,000-14.8%$514/sqft |
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| 8/19/2025 | Pending sale | $499,000$603/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #225025302 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2025 | Contingent | $499,000$603/sqft |
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| 7/21/2025 | Price change | $499,000-0.8%$603/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Price change | $503,000-6%$608/sqft |
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| 3/28/2025 | Price change | $535,000-2.7%$647/sqft |
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| 3/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $550,000-9.8%$665/sqft |
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| 11/5/2018 | Sold | $610,000-3.9%$738/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #217065758 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2018 | Pending sale | $634,900$768/sqft |
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| 7/18/2018 | Price change | $634,900-3.1%$768/sqft |
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| 6/11/2018 | Listed for sale | $654,900$792/sqft |
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| 12/3/2017 | Listing removed | $654,900$792/sqft |
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| 11/5/2017 | Price change | $654,900+0.1%$792/sqft |
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| 10/28/2017 | Listed for sale | $654,000-7.2%$791/sqft |
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| 11/3/2010 | Listing removed | $705,000$852/sqft |
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| 4/1/2010 | Price change | $705,000-0.7%$852/sqft |
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| 1/14/2010 | Listed for sale | $710,000+20.3%$859/sqft |
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| 7/30/2007 | Sold | $590,000-10.6%$713/sqft |
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| 11/3/2005 | Sold | $660,000+40.4%$798/sqft |
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| 3/5/2003 | Sold | $470,000+6.8%$568/sqft |
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| 8/21/2001 | Sold | $440,000$532/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,401 -0.4% | $98,152 |
| 2024 | $1,407 -58.2% | $98,152 -57.8% |
| 2023 | $3,363 -55.1% | $232,826 -56.7% |
| 2022 | $7,486 +7.3% | $538,274 +10% |
| 2021 | $6,974 -12.3% | $489,340 -11.1% |
| 2020 | $7,950 +6.5% | $550,715 +7.4% |
| 2019 | $7,463 | $512,763 +6.9% |
| 2018 | $7,463 +0.7% | $479,655 -1.5% |
| 2017 | $7,408 | $486,923 +0.8% |
| 2016 | $7,408 +0.1% | $482,926 +12.3% |
| 2015 | $7,397 +8.1% | $430,100 -5.4% |
| 2014 | $6,845 -6.4% | $454,800 -4.5% |
| 2013 | $7,315 +2.1% | $476,100 +8.9% |
| 2012 | $7,161 +3.7% | $437,300 +5% |
| 2011 | $6,907 +7.5% | $416,500 +10.5% |
| 2010 | $6,428 +4.3% | $376,900 +0.8% |
| 2009 | $6,162 -14.1% | $373,930 -18.4% |
| 2008 | $7,175 -4.8% | $458,000 -4.4% |
| 2007 | $7,537 -9% | $479,000 -4% |
| 2006 | $8,281 +10.5% | $499,000 +24.1% |
| 2004 | $7,496 +6.6% | $402,000 +6.9% |
| 2003 | $7,031 +0.9% | $376,000 +3% |
| 2002 | $6,965 | $365,000 +17.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $310,000 |
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Neighborhood: 33957
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