Welcome to 5706 Sanibel Captiva Road—arguably one of the biggest and best boating properties to hit the 2026 market on Sanibel Island’s coveted West End. Set on a commanding 1.39 acres with 300+ feet of direct deep-water frontage, this is not just waterfront—it’s front-row access to the intracoastal playground of Pine Island Sound and the wide open turquoise waters of the Gulf. No bridges, no compromises. Just throttle down and go. The water here isn’t just decorative, it’s alive. Manatee cruise past like they own the place. Dolphin put on a show. Snook, Redfish, Snapper, and Sheepshead make this a year-round fishery. Overhead, Osprey and Bald Eagles patrol the sky. It’s nature’s highway, and you’ve got the best seat on it. The West end location is prime; It's quiet, yet just minutes by bike to the island’s best beaches, Blind Pass, and the historic Santiva enclave. A quick hop brings you to Captiva Island for waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and legendary stops like The Mucky Duck, Green flash, or iconic Captiva Island Store. Build here and you’re positioned for sweeping Gulf views over Silver Key and sunsets that don’t need a filter. Mangrove-lined canal. Bayou waters. Shell-strewn shoreline. This is the kind of setting people write songs about—and boaters wait years to find. A property survey, marine survey, engineering study, and architectural plans for a custom 3,000 sq. ft. elevated coastal home + boat dock and lift are complete and transferable. That’s months (if not years!) of time and a significant chunk of money saved—so you can move straight to building your dream instead of waiting on paperwork. This isn’t just another lot. It’s a launch point for a lifetime of early-morning runs, sunset cruises, tarpon seasons, and long weekends on the water. If boating isn’t just a hobby but a way of life, this is your home port. Opportunities like this don’t wait, and neither should you.
Lot/land
$899,000
5706 Sanibel Captiva Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
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1.39Acres
Unimproved Land
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1.39 Acres Lot
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What's special
Mangrove-lined canalBayou watersShell-strewn shoreline
- 124 days |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Evan duPont 239-462-1817,
Michael Saunders & Company
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2260268
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bayou, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bayou,Canal
- Waterfront features: Canal Salt, Direct Access, Canal, Near Beach
- Frontage length: 300
Lot
- Size: 1.39 Acres
- Features: House Plans Avail, Survey Avail, 1 - 2 Acres, Mangroves, Trees, Weeds/Plants, Wooded, Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 124621T4000100000
- Zoning: Residential
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: See Remarks
- Subdivision: Castaway Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,050,026
- Annual tax amount: $10,413
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 320 days
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,293/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Price change | $899,000-9.6% |
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| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $995,000-13.5% |
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| 11/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+121.2% |
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| 10/18/2021 | Sold | $520,000-0.9% |
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| 8/3/2021 | Pending sale | $524,900 |
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| 7/23/2021 | Price change | $524,900-4.5% |
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| 6/2/2021 | Price change | $549,900+4.7% |
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| 4/30/2021 | Pending sale | $525,000 |
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| 4/21/2021 | Listed for sale | $525,000-8.7% |
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| 10/30/2020 | Listing removed | $574,900 |
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| 11/13/2019 | Price change | $574,900+21.1% |
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| 7/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $474,900-5% |
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| 4/9/2019 | Listing removed | $499,900 |
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| 3/7/2019 | Price change | $499,900-9.1% |
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| 1/22/2019 | Price change | $549,900-1.6% |
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| 6/19/2018 | Listed for sale | $559,000+1.8% |
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| 4/2/2017 | Listing removed | $549,000 |
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| 10/11/2016 | Listed for sale | $549,000+22.3% |
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| 8/20/2016 | Listing removed | $449,000 |
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| 10/19/2015 | Price change | $449,000-10% |
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| 8/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $499,000+7.3% |
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| 10/5/2014 | Listing removed | $465,000 |
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| 4/20/2014 | Price change | $465,000-6.8% |
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| 1/23/2014 | Listed for sale | $499,000 |
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| 10/23/2013 | Listing removed | $499,000 |
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| 4/25/2013 | Listed for sale | $499,000+34% |
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| 4/5/2005 | Sold | $372,500+145.1% |
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| 8/23/1999 | Sold | $152,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,413 +7.1% | $505,385 +10% |
| 2024 | $9,724 -0.2% | $459,441 +10% |
| 2023 | $9,748 +71.9% | $417,674 +10% |
| 2022 | $5,673 +15.1% | $379,704 +21.7% |
| 2021 | $4,928 +0.1% | $312,000 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $4,924 +4.1% | $304,533 -2.4% |
| 2019 | $4,728 | $312,000 |
| 2018 | $4,728 +2.5% | $312,000 -19.6% |
| 2017 | $4,611 -8.3% | $388,004 +86.5% |
| 2016 | $5,028 +35.7% | $208,000 |
| 2015 | $3,707 -2.4% | $208,000 |
| 2014 | $3,796 -1% | $208,000 -29.2% |
| 2013 | $3,834 -19.2% | $293,700 +13% |
| 2012 | $4,745 -10.5% | $260,000 -10.3% |
| 2011 | $5,304 -2.2% | $290,000 |
| 2010 | $5,424 -5.7% | $290,000 -9.4% |
| 2009 | $5,750 -2.3% | $320,000 -7.2% |
| 2008 | $5,884 -7.8% | $345,000 -8% |
| 2007 | $6,379 -4.8% | $375,000 |
| 2006 | $6,701 +14.4% | $375,000 +19% |
| 2004 | $5,860 -0.3% | $315,000 |
| 2003 | $5,877 +2.9% | $315,000 +5% |
| 2002 | $5,709 | $300,000 +142.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $123,500 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 33957
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10The Sanibel SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 5/10Cypress Lake High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 17 mi
- 2/10South Fort Myers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 20.2 mi
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- Florida
- Lee County
- Sanibel
- 33957
- 5706 Sanibel Captiva Rd










