$380,000
1 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Sanibel
1610 Middle Gulf Drive A3, Sanibel, FL, 33957
About this home
Step into island living at Spanish Cay! This ground-level 1BR/1BA condo has been completely rebuilt for today’s standards in mind. Everything is new—electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, appliances, tile flooring, walk-in shower, cabinetry, and impact sliders. The open kitchen features quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar that flows into the living area. A large glass-enclosed lanai extends the living space and is accessible from both the bedroom and living room. The complex is located along the Sanibel River and directly across from a beach access path. Spanish Cay offers a peaceful setting with community pool, fishing piers, and easy access to bike trails. With only 40 units, it’s the perfect blend of privacy and convenience in the heart of Sanibel.
Property details
- Type
- Condominium
- Year built
- 1974
- Interior
- 950 sqft
- Lot size
- 2,922.876 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.07 acres
- Garage
- None
- Days on market
- 301
- Total association fees
- $16,012/yr (~$1,334/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $5,320/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors
- Exposure
- West
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- No
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Call, Conditional
- County
- Lee
Total association fees sums the core association dues the MLS feed provides (HOA, condo/master association, and land lease), normalized to a yearly figure. These are separate from and additional to specialty charges, mandatory club or food-and-beverage minimums, special assessments, and rec-lease fees, which the IDX feed does not carry. Always confirm the full fee schedule with the HOA or listing agent.
Maintenance included in the fee
What the association dues cover, per the MLS. Confirm the full schedule with the HOA.
Amenities
Based on the $/sqft of 5 comparable homes sold nearby in the last 12 months. Indicative, not an appraisal.
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Recently sold nearby
Closed comparable sales within ~1 mile in the last 12 months, similar price, size, beds/baths, and age.
| Address | Sold | Sold price | Beds/Baths | Sq ft | $/sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1610 Middle Gulf Drive B3 | Aug 2026 | $370,000 | 2/2 | 937 | $395 |
| 1610 Middle Gulf Drive F7 | May 2026 | $295,000 | 1/1 | 895 | $330 |
| 1501 Middle Gulf Drive 102I | Sep 2025 | $470,000 | 1/1 | 778 | $604 |
| 1501 Middle Gulf Drive I-101 | Nov 2025 | $365,000 | 1/1 | 778 | $469 |
| 1906 Ibis Lane | Apr 2026 | $300,000 | 2/2 | 1,098 | $273 |
| Average | 5 comps | $360,000 | $414 |
Market trends, Sanibel
Median of closed MLS sales each month over the available window. Months with too few sales are omitted; the range extends automatically as more sales close.
Live area medians from the MLS · see all listings. Indicative, not an appraisal.
Price & status history
Down $5,000 (1.3%) from the original list price.
| Nov 16, 2025 | Price reducedfrom $385,000 | $380,000 |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Listed | $385,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Waterfront
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- Built 1974 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
- No garage listed
- Higher association fees (~$16,012/yr)
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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