$984,000
3 Bed 2 Bath Pool SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in LAKE MUREX, FL
458 Lake Murex Circle, Sanibel, FL, 33957
About this home
Elegantly designed and updated with soft, neutral tones, this beach cottage is both relaxed & refined, balancing simple seaside living with tasteful, understand luxury. Curb appeal abounds with sunny colored siding and lush green tropical landscaping with hints of fuchsia florals and a defined driveway. Low maintenance trex-style decking and stairs lead you up to the front porch, a perfect spot for morning coffee and meditation. Inside, the home is open, light & airy, all day sunshine greets you, flowing from large glass sliding doors thru an open living/dining area, allowing the beauty of the natural fauna to be seen from each vista, blurring lines between indoors & out. This seamless connection to nature amplifies the sense of space, making the home feel larger, leading to a world beyond its walls. One step in, and you are rewarded with a tranquil retreat, awash in light colored walls and coastal furnishings with sumptuous details. Pale oak floors lead into spacious living areas filled with natural light providing a peaceful sense of comfort and ease. Vaulted ceilings accentuate the sense of space and help the home to feel open, while new oversized fans spin slowly for constant movement of air. The furniture is simple, elegant & comfortable, with clean lines and natural materials, & greenery. The bedrooms are restful sanctuaries, draped in plush linens, each with large glass windows that open to swaying palm trees and soft breezes. A split floorpan allows the primary bedroom plenty of privacy on one side of the home. While guests are offered their own retreat on the other. The lanai is generous, screened and relaxing, perfect for lounging & enjoying the Gulf breezes, salt air and listening to the waves at night. The large spa-like pool is framed by lush tropical landscaping for privacy and beauty. The pool area is adorned with sleek loungers, a large umbrella providing just the right amount of shade and an area to rinse off sandy toes and new-found shells. The back of the home is enclosed by a generous screened pool enclosure providing space for grilling, entertaining, privacy, safety and easy maintenance. that open to swaying palm trees and soft breezes. A very short walk to beach, merely minutes. Don't let the square footage fool you, this home is ample and feels roomy with plenty of space in and out, for everyone to lounge. There is abundant bonus space as well in lower level. To fully appreciate this property it must seen in person. It's the home you've waited for, the perfect escape where every detail encourages rest, relaxation, and the beauty of island life. It's all here for you, a complete package, ready to move in.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1986
- Interior
- 1,301 sqft
- Lot size
- 12,414.6 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.28 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 284
- Total association fees
- $100/yr (~$8/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $13,776/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- None listed
- Exposure
- South
- Waterfront
- No
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- Yes
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- 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.
Amenities
Based on the $/sqft of 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2721 W Gulf Drive 308 | Oct 2025 | $750,000 | 2/2 | 1,480 | $507 |
| 2445 W Gulf Drive 7E | Nov 2025 | $1,100,000 | 3/2 | 1,243 | $885 |
| 2445 W Gulf Drive 41C | Oct 2025 | $887,500 | 2/2 | 1,243 | $714 |
| 2445 W Gulf Drive 45B | Apr 2026 | $910,000 | 2/2 | 1,243 | $732 |
| Average | 4 comps | $911,875 | $710 |
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 $259,000 (21.7%) from the original list price.
| Mar 2, 2026 | Sold | $935,000 |
| Dec 16, 2025 | Price reducedfrom $994,000 | $984,000 |
| Apr 10, 2025 | Listed | $1,194,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- 2-car garage
- Built 1986 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities — approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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