Step Back into Olde Sanibel at Sandy Bend Condominium #5. This rare, mid-island gem is in the process of a complete renovation! The PHOTOS ARE PRE-STORM. Experience the perfect blend of Olde Sanibel charm and modern convenience. Sandy Bend #5 offers DIRECT BEACHFRONT living with breathtaking Gulf views right from your private screened corner lanai. Enjoy the privacy and serenity that few can offer, while being just steps from the sugar-sand beach. With elevator access, a refreshing pool, and gulf-front seclusion, this is the ultimate island escape. These rarely available units, are in high demand—don't miss this incredible opportunity to own and create your slice of paradise! Please note that the photos are PRE-Storm to showcase the features and space.
Sold for $625,000
$625,000
3057 W Gulf Dr #5, Sanibel, FL 33957
2beds
983sqft
Condominium
Built in 1972
-- sqft lot
$618,000 Zestimate®
$636/sqft
$2,431 Estimated rent
Home value
$618,000
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Sugar-sand beachDirect beachfront livingModern convenienceBreathtaking gulf viewsRefreshing poolPrivate screened corner lanaiOlde sanibel charm
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Listed by:
Karen Bell 239-851-0168,
Michael Saunders & Company
Bought with:
Milissa Sprecher, 3569781
McCallion and McCallion
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2240699
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- 8 Ft Ceilings, Elevator
- Flooring: See Remarks
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,221
- Total interior livable area: 983 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Open
Features
- Patio & porch: Glass Enclosed
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Front, Gulf
Details
- Parcel number: 344622T2010000050
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- CBS
- Foundation: Piling Concrete
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: None/Not Applicable
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Deeded Beach Access, Elevator(s), Barbecue, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Elevator, Maintenance Structure, Insurance, Landscape/Lawn, Manager, Parking
- HOA fee: $6,050 quarterly
- HOA phone: 239-472-5020
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $636/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $463,455
- Annual tax amount: $7,481
- Date on market: 10/22/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 316 days
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash
- Lease term: 1 WK 7 Day Min Rental,Weekly
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | Sold | $625,000-10.6%$636/sqft |
Source:  Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2240699 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Pending sale | $699,000$711/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2240699 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Contingent | $699,000$711/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2240699 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Price change | $699,000-22.2%$711/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2240699 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $899,000+27.5%$915/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2240699 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2017 | Sold | $705,000-6%$717/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #217003049 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2017 | Pending sale | $749,900$763/sqft |
Source: Pfeifer Realty Group #2170045 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2017 | Listed for sale | $749,900+305.4%$763/sqft |
Source: Pfeifer Realty Group LLC #217003049 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2015 | Sold | $185,000-70.6%$188/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2014 | Listing removed | $629,000$640/sqft |
Source: Pfeifer Realty Group #2140698, 214031401 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2014 | Price change | $629,000-4.6%$640/sqft |
Source: Pfeifer Realty Group #2140698, 214031401 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2014 | Listed for sale | $659,000$670/sqft |
Source: Pfeifer Realty Group LLC #214031401 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,635 +2.7% | $439,662 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $5,488 -31.7% | $427,271 -28.6% |
| 2023 | $8,041 +7.5% | $598,808 +3% |
| 2022 | $7,481 -1% | $581,367 +3% |
| 2021 | $7,557 -7.3% | $564,434 -5.8% |
| 2020 | $8,149 -0.8% | $599,250 |
| 2019 | $8,215 | $599,250 -1.1% |
| 2018 | $8,215 -8.8% | $606,000 +23.8% |
| 2017 | $9,006 +21% | $489,345 -27.5% |
| 2016 | $7,445 -22.1% | $674,812 +30.2% |
| 2015 | $9,558 +15.9% | $518,100 +1.2% |
| 2014 | $8,244 +0.1% | $512,000 +9.4% |
| 2013 | $8,234 +17.4% | $467,900 +9.2% |
| 2012 | $7,016 -20.1% | $428,400 -18.9% |
| 2011 | $8,781 -2.7% | $528,400 -0.2% |
| 2010 | $9,021 +8.8% | $529,300 +5.2% |
| 2009 | $8,289 -19% | $503,360 -23% |
| 2008 | $10,239 -2.2% | $654,000 -1.8% |
| 2007 | $10,473 -10.1% | $666,000 -5.2% |
| 2006 | $11,651 +39.7% | $702,500 +57% |
| 2004 | $8,342 +38.3% | $447,500 +38.8% |
| 2003 | $6,033 -2% | $322,500 |
| 2002 | $6,156 | $322,500 +16.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $277,500 |
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Neighborhood: 33957
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