Cool, calm, and coastal, this beautiful island-inspired home is ideally situated in the prestigious Gulf Ridge beach community. Enjoy sun-filled days at the beach and unwind in the evenings by your private tropical pool oasis. Offering over 3,000 square feet of living space, the home features a thoughtfully designed split-bedroom floor plan with expansive living and dining areas overlooking the elevated, screened pool.
The great room is the heart of the home, highlighted by a striking coral stone fireplace, wet bar, and an open entertainer’s kitchen. A casual dining area invites family and friends to gather with ease.
Surrounding the pool, the covered lanai creates an exceptional outdoor living environment designed for both entertaining and relaxation. Accessible from the great room, living room, and primary suite, this space includes pool bath access, an extensive covered area, an outdoor bar, and a pass-through kitchen—perfect for spending the day in true island style. 4 bedrooms include a delightful owner's suite with a freestanding soaking tub and luxurious shower, dual sinks and tremendous storage. The owner has connected the 4th bedroom to create a dressing and staging area.
The unfinished lower level offers abundant storage for bikes, beach gear, and hobbies, along with a three-car tandem garage.
Recent upgrades include a new metal roof, remodeled kitchen and primary bath, renovated guest bath, impact windows, fresh interior and exterior paint, new front doors, an elevator lift at the entry, and extensive new landscaping that creates a lush tropical garden setting.
Gulf Ridge is known for its incredible landscapes and beautifully maintained grounds. FOUR PRIVATE beach access points including 2 that accommodate ATV's. 2 community pools, tennis courts, and a kayak launch into Old Blind Pass and Bowman's beach
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$2,225,000
4960 Joewood Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957
4beds
3,090sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
1.21 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$720/sqft
$250/mo HOA
What's special
Elevated screened poolThree-car tandem garageRenovated guest bathPrivate tropical pool oasisNew metal roofOutdoor barExtensive covered area
- 201 days |
- 313 |
- 17 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Catherine Brunsell 239-850-2284,
VIP Realty Group Inc
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS,MLS#: 2026006468
Originating MLS: Florida Gulf Coast
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Screened Porch, Great Room
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, RefrigeratorWithIce Maker, Water Purifier, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Tub
Features
- Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Bathtub, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Dual Sinks, Eat-in Kitchen, Family/Dining Room, Fireplace, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Separate Shower, Cable TV, Window Treatments, Elevator, Split Bedrooms, Screened Porch, Great Room
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Impact Glass, Other, Single Hung, Sliding, Window Coverings
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,570
- Total interior livable area: 3,090 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Spaces
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Lanai, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Security/High Impact Doors, Sprinkler/Irrigation, None
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Electric Heat, Heated, Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Landscaped
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.21 Acres
- Dimensions: 101 x 625 x 100 x 671
- Features: Irregular Lot, Oversized Lot, Sprinklers Automatic
Details
- Parcel number: 194622T100200.0080
- Lease amount: $0
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Non-Gated, Street Lights
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Condo and coop fee: $0
- Membership fee: $0
- Subdivision: GULF RIDGE SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Rights, Beach Access, Cabana, Pickleball, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Management
- Services included: Recreation Facilities, Road Maintenance, Street Lights
- HOA fee: $3,000 annually
- HOA phone: 239-454-1101
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $720/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $651,025
- Annual tax amount: $17,267
- Date on market: 2/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 201 days
- Listing terms: All Financing Considered,Cash
- Ownership: Single Family
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Price change | $2,225,000-3%$720/sqft |
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| 2/9/2026 | Price change | $2,294,0000%$742/sqft |
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| 2/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,295,000+0%$743/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Listing removed | $2,294,000$742/sqft |
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| 6/28/2025 | Pending sale | $2,294,000$742/sqft |
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| 3/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,294,000+135.3%$742/sqft |
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| 4/3/2018 | Sold | $975,000-7.1%$316/sqft |
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| 3/2/2018 | Pending sale | $1,049,000$339/sqft |
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| 1/1/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,049,000-4.5%$339/sqft |
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| 7/24/2017 | Listing removed | $1,099,000$356/sqft |
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| 4/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000+62.8%$356/sqft |
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| 5/8/2013 | Sold | $675,000-3.4%$218/sqft |
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| 3/22/2013 | Pending sale | $699,000$226/sqft |
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| 2/15/2013 | Price change | $699,000-7.9%$226/sqft |
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| 12/4/2012 | Price change | $759,000-1.4%$246/sqft |
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| 4/29/2012 | Price change | $769,900-3.6%$249/sqft |
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| 3/29/2012 | Listed for sale | $799,000$259/sqft |
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| 2/21/2012 | Listing removed | $799,000$259/sqft |
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| 1/12/2012 | Price change | $799,000-11.2%$259/sqft |
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| 12/23/2011 | Price change | $899,900-2.7%$291/sqft |
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| 11/16/2011 | Price change | $925,000-2.1%$299/sqft |
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| 6/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $945,000$306/sqft |
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| 4/14/2011 | Listing removed | $945,000$306/sqft |
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| 10/29/2010 | Price change | $945,000-5%$306/sqft |
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| 8/20/2010 | Listed for sale | $995,000$322/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,734 -43.6% | $651,025 -42% |
| 2024 | $17,268 +14.5% | $1,122,964 +10% |
| 2023 | $15,076 -18% | $1,020,876 -11.5% |
| 2022 | $18,382 +20.3% | $1,153,675 +10% |
| 2021 | $15,274 +7.5% | $1,048,795 +9% |
| 2020 | $14,211 -2.9% | $962,569 -2.3% |
| 2019 | $14,631 | $985,169 -1.1% |
| 2018 | $14,631 -5.7% | $995,629 -0.6% |
| 2017 | $15,508 | $1,001,315 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $15,508 +3.6% | $948,882 +7.4% |
| 2015 | $14,967 +4.4% | $883,887 -9% |
| 2014 | $14,333 -9.8% | $971,298 +23.9% |
| 2013 | $15,888 +12.5% | $783,897 -2.7% |
| 2012 | $14,123 -1.5% | $805,449 -0.1% |
| 2011 | $14,333 -2.4% | $805,910 -0.1% |
| 2010 | $14,688 +0.1% | $806,351 -5.3% |
| 2009 | $14,679 -18.6% | $851,590 -22.9% |
| 2007 | $18,023 -0.5% | $1,104,090 +4.9% |
| 2006 | $18,121 +12.4% | $1,052,560 +21.7% |
| 2004 | $16,117 -2.9% | $865,100 -2.6% |
| 2003 | $16,601 +22.6% | $888,250 +25.1% |
| 2002 | $13,542 | $709,950 +38.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $513,200 |
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Neighborhood: 33957
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10The Sanibel SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 5/10Cypress Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 16.2 mi
- 2/10South Fort Myers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 19.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: SANIBEL K-8
- Middle: SANIBEL K-8
Source: Florida Gulf Coast MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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