$299,000
1 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Sanibel Arms
805 E Gulf Drive A7, Sanibel, FL, 33957
About this home
Welcome to Unit A7 in the Original Sanibel Arms Complex — a rare opportunity to secure your place in one of Sanibel’s most beloved communities. The complex is currently undergoing a full renovation following Hurricane Ian, with completion anticipated in April 2026. Once finished, Sanibel Arms will feel beautifully refreshed with new impact windows, freshly painted exteriors, and revitalized amenities that will make the entire property feel like new. This inviting 1-bedroom, 1-bath dockside condo overlooks the tranquil canal and offers direct boating and kayaking access to the Gulf — a dream for anyone who loves exploring Sanibel’s waterways, wildlife, and natural beauty. When completed, a short walk will bring you to the heated community pool and Sanibel’s iconic white-sand beaches. From here, you can bike to the Lighthouse, browse nearby shops, or stop for your favorite ice cream — the quintessential island lifestyle. Inside the unit, you’ll find new impact windows and doors, a new tankless water heater, new A/C, new recessed lighting, plumbed for a w/d and an updated electrical panel. The flooring, kitchen, and bath remain from pre-Ian and were not damaged, offering a solid foundation for your personal touches or future updates. Sanibel Arms has long been known as one of the best values on the island, when completed it will be offering manicured grounds, a welcoming clubhouse, attentive on-site management, and canal-side dockage for boaters and adventurers. Spend your days kayaking, watching dolphins glide by, or strolling the family-friendly beaches along the natural Gulf shoreline. Whether you’re seeking a personal getaway or a smart investment, Unit A7 offers exceptional potential in a community on the rise.
Property details
- Type
- Condominium
- Year built
- 1971
- Interior
- 638 sqft
- Lot size
- Not specified
- Acreage
- Not specified
- Garage
- None
- Days on market
- 132
- Total association fees
- $8,256/yr (~$688/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $4,186/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors
- Exposure
- North
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- No
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Assessment Paid
- 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
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 429 E Gulf Drive C54 | Nov 2025 | $225,000 | 1/1 | 600 | $375 |
| 1501 Middle Gulf Drive I-101 | Nov 2025 | $365,000 | 1/1 | 778 | $469 |
| Average | 2 comps | $295,000 | $422 |
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.
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Price & status history
Down $40,000 (11.8%) from the original list price.
| Jun 13, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $339,000 | $299,000 |
| Feb 1, 2026 | Listed | $339,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Waterfront
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- Built 1971 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
- No garage listed
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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