2 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Sanibel
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For SaleMLS# 2026031556

$799,000

2 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Sanibel

979 E Gulf Drive D433, Sanibel, FL, 33957

2 beds2 baths1,184 sqft
GatedPickleballBocceBeach AccessClubhouseBasketballCommunity PoolBoatingWaterfront

About this home

Welcome to island living at Loggerhead Cay D433, a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath, third-floor condo overlooking the lush courtyard and community pool with partial Gulf views. This condo has been completely updated and is being sold turnkey furnished—just bring your clothes and toothbrush and start enjoying the Sanibel lifestyle! Well-appointed throughout and offering strong rental income potential, D433 is perfect as a vacation getaway, investment property, or your own piece of paradise. Property Highlights: 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms Third-floor location Courtyard & pool views Partial Gulf views Completely updated throughout Turnkey furnished Excellent rental income potential Steps from the pool and Gulf of Mexico Direct beach access Tennis courts Pickleball courts Shuffleboard BBQ/grilling areas Beautifully maintained tropical grounds Desirable East End of Sanibel location Convenient access on and off the island Experience Sanibel Island: Spend your mornings walking miles of world-famous shelling beaches, biking the island’s extensive shared-use paths, exploring the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, enjoying local restaurants and shopping, or simply relaxing while watching another incredible Gulf Coast sunset. The East End location puts you close to the Sanibel Lighthouse and Lighthouse Beach, restaurants, shopping, boating, fishing, and the Sanibel Causeway—making trips into Fort Myers and the rest of Southwest Florida convenient. Whether you’re looking for an island retreat, income-producing vacation rental, or both, Loggerhead Cay D433 offers the opportunity to own a turnkey piece of the Sanibel lifestyle

Property details

Type
Condominium
Year built
1976
Interior
1,184 sqft
Lot size
14,549.04 sqft
Acreage
0.33 acres
Garage
None
Days on market
3
Total association fees
$13,200/yr (~$1,100/mo)
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$11,186/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Not available
Storm protection
Impact Windows/Doors
Exposure
West
Waterfront
Yes
Gulf access
Yes
Gulf access type
Direct — Gulf frontage
Pool
No
Spa
No
Natural gas
No
Water
Assessment Paid
Sewer
Assessment Paid
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

AssociationManagementInsuranceIrrigationWaterLegalAccountingMaintenanceGroundsMaintenanceStructurePestControlRecreationFacilitiesReserveFundRoadMaintenanceSewerSecurityTrashWater

What the association dues cover, per the MLS. Confirm the full schedule with the HOA.

Amenities

BeachRightsBasketballCourtBocceCourtBeachAccessBikeStorageClubhouseBarbecuePicnicAreaPickleballPoolShuffleboardCourtStorageManagement
At marketThis home is priced in line with comparable recent sales.
This home
$675/sqft
Comp median
$667/sqft
Difference
+1%

Based on the $/sqft of 3 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.

AddressSoldSold priceBeds/BathsSq ft$/sqft
979 E Gulf Drive 191Aug 2026$790,0002/21,184$667
610 Donax Street 233Jul 2026$760,0002/21,238$614
610 Donax Street 113Jul 2026$800,0002/21,000$800
Average3 comps$783,333$694

Market trends, Sanibel

Median list
$988,500
Median $/sqft
$607
Median sold (90d)
$876,000
Avg days on market
175
Active listings
229
Median sold price · Sanibel
$877,000last 3 months10.1% vs $975,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Sanibel
4.5% MoM6.2% YoY
$458k$879k$1.3MJul ’25Sep ’26
$845,000Sep ’26 · 6 sales

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.

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Gulf access (Direct — Gulf frontage)
  • Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
Consider
  • Built 1976 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
  • No garage listed
  • Higher association fees (~$13,200/yr)
Location convenienceHigh
Hospital
11.1 mi
HealthPark Medical Center
Beach
4.3 mi
Sanibel Island
Airport
15 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
13.2 mi
Bell Tower Shops

Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.

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Listing information is provided in part by the Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service (MLS) through its Broker Reciprocity / Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program. Properties displayed may be listed by brokerages other than SWFL Relocation Team. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or this brokerage and should be independently verified. Fees, flood zones, taxes, square footage, and school assignments are estimates from the feed and must be confirmed. © 2026 SWFL Relocation Team. All rights reserved.