For those who dream of an island home where the water is your backyard and adventure is just a boat ride away, this private Sanibel retreat offers an exceptional setting for the boating enthusiast. Set on approximately .65 acres along a Gulf-access saltwater canal, the property is ideally positioned near the Intracoastal Waterway, Dinkins Bayou and San Carlos Bay. With a private dock and boat lift, getting out on the water is effortless—whether you're heading out for a day of fishing or cruising to some of Southwest Florida's favorite destinations, including Useppa, Cabbage Key, Upper Captiva, Boca Grande, Pine Island and Fort Myers Beach. The surrounding waters are also known for excellent game fishing. The three-bedroom, two-bath home is comfortably sized and thoughtfully laid out for relaxed island living. The open living areas provide an inviting place to gather with family and friends, while the generous homesite offers plenty of room to create your own outdoor oasis, including the potential for a pool. What truly sets this property apart is its natural and private setting. The property borders the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, providing an extraordinary connection to the island's native landscape and wildlife. Yellow-crowned night herons and other shorebirds are frequent visitors, while dolphins, manatees and abundant marine life can be enjoyed from the surrounding waterways. Located on a private road and within walking distance of Sanctuary Golf Club, this is a property for buyers who value privacy, nature, boating and the authentic character of island living. The house is just the beginning. The real opportunity is the land, the water and the location.
For sale
$1,549,000
6153 Starling Way #6153, Sanibel, FL 33957
3beds
1,543sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
0.65 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,004/sqft
$26/mo HOA
What's special
Three-bedroom two-bath homeNatural and private setting
- 19 hours
- 235
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marty S Stokes 239-560-5958,
Timbers FL Real Estate Company LLC
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2260628
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Carpet, Porch, Walk-In Closet(s)
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Only, Tile
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Humidity Control
Appliances
- Included: Additional Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Storage, Bar, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Split Bedrooms
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Impact Resistant Windows, Window Coverings
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,203
- Total interior livable area: 1,543 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2+ Carport, Under Bldg
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Porch
- Exterior features: Storage, Boat Lift, Dock, Electric at Dock, Water at Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, Sanctuary
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal
- Waterfront features: Canal Salt, Mangroves, Navigable Water, No Bridge, Gulf Access, Canal, Near Beach
- Frontage length: 113
Lot
- Size: 0.65 Acres
- Features: Dead End
Details
- 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: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Irrigation System
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Metes And Bounds
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $310 annually
- HOA phone: 847-644-1578
Location
- Region: Sanibel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,004/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $12,698
- Date on market: 8/28/2026
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,549,000$1,004/sqft |
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