$859,000
3 Bed 2 Bath Waterfront SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in DUNES AT SANIBEL ISLAND, FL
1073 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL, 33957
About this home
Experience the engineered peace of mind and golf-course beauty of 1073 Sand Castle Rd, an expertly renovated 3BR/2BA home offering 2,179 sq ft in Sanibel’s desirable Dunes community. Overlooking the 3rd fairway and lake, this high-elevation lot home blends luxury finishes with uncommon structural confidence. Set on a certified lot elevation of 6.47 ft above sea level, it features a new metal roof, full impact-rated doors and windows, and a comprehensive flood-protection system including 45" Watergate flood and storm surge barriers (bringing the home and barriers to 10.22 ft above sea level) as well as a whole-home backwater valve installed at the main line—automatically sealing to prevent any reverse flow before water can enter the home’s drains. Together, these systems provide protection engineered beyond FEMA’s coastal resilience benchmarks. Inside, nearly everything has been rebuilt new and upscale -- transforming this residence into a modern island home with the confidence of new construction. A reimagined open kitchen anchors the living space, featuring custom cabinetry, upscale stainless appliances, full quartz countertops and backsplash, and elegant task lighting. Both bathrooms were completely rebuilt with designer tile, frameless glass showers, new vanities, fixtures, and flooring. Every surface and system has been renewed, including luxury vinyl plank floors throughout, all new interior doors and hardware, new electrical and lighting throughout, and a brand-new HVAC system with UV air purification for enhanced indoor air quality. The 350 sq ft glass-enclosed Florida sunroom, fully integrated under air, offers panoramic golf and lake views—perfect for relaxed mornings or sunset entertaining in total comfort. All just a short walk or golf-cart ride to The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club and pool. Rebuilt from the inside out, this home unites new-construction quality with precision craftsmanship and coastal engineering—delivering lasting comfort, security, and style.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1979
- Interior
- 1,831 sqft
- Lot size
- 12,545.28 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.29 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 120
- Total association fees
- $130/yr (~$11/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $12,026/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
- 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 980 Sand Castle Road | Aug 2025 | $780,000 | 3/3 | 1,734 | $450 |
| 1224 Kittiwake Circle | Apr 2026 | $899,000 | 3/2 | 2,000 | $450 |
| 1426 Sand Castle Road | Apr 2026 | $850,000 | 3/2 | 1,783 | $477 |
| 1410 Albatross Road | Sep 2025 | $825,000 | 3/3 | 2,018 | $409 |
| 611 N Yachtsman Drive | Jan 2026 | $880,000 | 3/2 | 1,784 | $493 |
| Average | 5 comps | $846,800 | $456 |
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 $75,000 (8.6%) from the original list price.
| Mar 19, 2026 | Sold | $793,000 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $868,000 | $859,000 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Listed | $868,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Waterfront
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- 2-car garage
- Built 1979 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities — approximate; actual drive times vary.
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