561 Lighthouse Way, Sanibel, FL 33957
What's special
Welcome to 561 Lighthouse Way, a Gulf-access estate on Sanibel’s sought-after east end, where exceptional waterfront living meets the ease of island life. Tucked along a quiet street and just minutes from Sanibel’s shops, dining, and beaches, this 5-bedroom, 4-bath residence offers more than 3,000 square feet of beautifully designed living space. Inside, soaring 12-foot ceilings and hardwood floors create a warm, open feel, while expansive windows and doors draw your attention to the water beyond. Southern exposure fills the home with natural light and creates an ideal backdrop for the pool and outdoor living areas, with an easy flow between indoors and out. For boaters, the waterfront setting is hard to beat. An impressive 80-foot dock with boat lift and 50-amp electric service puts direct Gulf access right in your backyard, making it easy to head out for a morning on the water, an afternoon of fishing, or a sunset cruise. A 24-gauge standing seam metal roof, impact windows and doors, and Azek composite trim add valuable durability and low-maintenance appeal. The oversized 3-car garage provides plenty of space for vehicles, bikes, kayaks, fishing gear, and everything that comes with the Sanibel lifestyle. Spacious, waterfront, and ideally positioned on the east end, 561 Lighthouse Way brings together the features that make island living so special—both on the water and at home.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Bedroom
Balcony
Foyer
Bedroom
Bedroom
Breakfast Nook
Primary Bathroom
Bathroom
Balcony
Office
Dining/Sitting Room
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Listing updated:
Eric J Pfeifer 239-472-0004,
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: DR/LR Combo, Florida Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Office, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dbl Sinks, Sep. Shower, Sep. Tub, Tile
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned 3+ Cooling
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Internet Ready, Microwave, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Electric Oven, Washer, Water Heater 2+, Wine Cooler
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator Private, Pantry, Storage, Central Vacuum, High Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Split Bedrooms, Elevator
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors, Impact Resistant Doors
- Windows: Impact Resistant Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,625
- Total interior livable area: 3,421 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Double Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Boat Lift, Dock, Electric at Dock, Water at Dock, Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Equipment Stays, Fenced, Private
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, Lawn/Garden
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal
- Waterfront features: Canal Salt, Mangroves, Navigable Water, No Bridge, Gulf Access, Canal, Near Beach
- Frontage length: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 204623T2015000350
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Beach House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Raised, Piling Wood
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Irrigation System
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gulf Access, Restricted Rentals
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Sanibel Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $500 annually
- HOA phone: 239-233-2976
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $935/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,071,981
- Annual tax amount: $22,991
- Date on market: 9/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash
- Lease term: Month To Month
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,200,000$935/sqft |
Source:  Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2260684 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2026 | Pending sale | $3,200,000$935/sqft |
Source:  Florida Gulf Coast MLS #2026040576 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2026 | Contingent | $3,200,000$935/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2260684 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,200,000+82.9%$935/sqft |
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2260684 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2015 | Sold | $1,750,000-7.7%$512/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2013 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000+35.4%$554/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX of the Islands #201327528 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2010 | Sold | $1,400,000+294.4%$409/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/1997 | Sold | $355,000+169.3%$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/1995 | Sold | $131,800+14.6%$39/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/1994 | Sold | $115,000$34/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,991 +2.6% | $1,624,159 +6% |
| 2024 | $22,413 +2.4% | $1,532,414 |
| 2023 | $21,886 +8% | $1,532,414 +3% |
| 2022 | $20,259 -1% | $1,487,781 +3% |
| 2021 | $20,455 +0.2% | $1,444,448 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $20,407 +1.6% | $1,424,505 -7.3% |
| 2019 | $20,083 | $1,535,902 +12.4% |
| 2018 | $20,083 -0.1% | $1,366,514 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $20,096 -0.1% | $1,338,407 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $20,125 +16.3% | $1,319,033 +10.4% |
| 2015 | $17,303 -10.3% | $1,195,168 +5.9% |
| 2014 | $19,299 +5.6% | $1,128,988 +11.9% |
| 2013 | $18,279 +4.6% | $1,009,203 -3.9% |
| 2012 | $17,483 +7.5% | $1,050,290 +9.3% |
| 2011 | $16,261 -2.2% | $960,976 +0.1% |
| 2010 | $16,633 -17.5% | $959,873 -19.7% |
| 2009 | $20,156 -3.2% | $1,195,510 -7.6% |
| 2007 | $20,831 -5.7% | $1,294,090 -0.7% |
| 2006 | $22,095 -10.2% | $1,303,080 +0.6% |
| 2004 | $24,605 +8.1% | $1,295,030 +8.6% |
| 2003 | $22,768 +1.4% | $1,192,470 +1.2% |
| 2002 | $22,460 | $1,178,570 +94.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $606,030 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$3,092,700
$2.94M - $3.25M
Not available
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