$869,000
3 Bed 2 Bath Pool SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in THE DUNES SANIBEL ISLAND, FL
1426 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel, FL, 33957
About this home
Experience the lifestyle of Sanibel Island living in this spacious elevated 3-bedroom pool home located in the lovely community of The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club. Step inside and see the open living area that flows from the the great room, out to the large lanai, and kitchen. Vegetation along the back provides a natural privacy screen while you soak up the sun beside your sparkling pool, creating a quiet relaxing space for year-round enjoyment for entertaining or dining. The primary bedroom enjoys direct access out to the 2 story screened lanai pool area. The split floorplan allows the separate guest bedrooms to provide a peaceful haven for family or guests with its updated guest bathroom. After a busy day of activities, you will have plenty of room to store your beach toys in the large oversized garage which could also serve as a work space, craft room and/ or fitness area. Come see for yourself all that 1426 Sand Castle has to offer! Access to The Dunes amenities are a separate membership fee.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1988
- Interior
- 1,783 sqft
- Lot size
- 14,549.04 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.33 acres
- Garage
- 4 car
- Days on market
- 119
- Total association fees
- $200/yr (~$17/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $12,166/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- None listed
- Exposure
- North
- Waterfront
- No
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Assessment Paid
- 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1538 Wilton Lane | Sep 2025 | $710,000 | 3/2 | 1,966 | $361 |
| 1615 Serenity Lane | Jan 2026 | $729,000 | 3/2 | 1,710 | $426 |
| 1073 Sand Castle Road | Mar 2026 | $793,000 | 3/2 | 1,831 | $433 |
| 980 Sand Castle Road | Aug 2025 | $780,000 | 3/3 | 1,734 | $450 |
| Average | 4 comps | $753,000 | $418 |
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 $29,000 (3.3%) from the original list price.
| Apr 14, 2026 | Sold | $850,000 |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $879,000 | $869,000 |
| Nov 5, 2025 | Listed | $879,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- 4-car garage
- Built 1988 — 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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