$950,000
3 Bed Pool Home for Sale in Sanibel Bayous
4639 Brainard Bayou Road, Sanibel, FL, 33957
About this home
Welcome to your serene island retreat! This immaculate 3-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home is located on a high ridge of the Sanibel Bayous community, offering nearby beach access to one of the islands best beaches, Bowman's Beach. Surrounded by lush tropical greenery, this property provides the ultimate privacy and connection to nature. Bright and modern interior with a kitchen that boasts a contemporary design with sleek countertops, modern stainless-steel appliances, and crisp white cabinetry that opens to a bright, airy living space. Large windows and sliding glass pocketing doors invite the outdoors in, providing seamless access to relax in and around your pool. Located just a short bike ride from Sanibel’s pristine beaches, this home offers an unparalleled island lifestyle. Whether you’re a nature lover, beachcomber, or seeking a quiet escape, this property checks all the boxes. At 9 ft. of base elevation, peace of mind is built in with no flooding (Ian, Helene or Milton).
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1974
- Interior
- 1,395 sqft
- Lot size
- 31,232.52 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.72 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 252
- Total association fees
- $200/yr (~$17/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $13,300/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors
- Exposure
- West
- Waterfront
- No
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- Yes
- 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
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1769 Bowmans Beach Road | Nov 2025 | $800,000 | 2/2 | 1,466 | $546 |
| Average | 1 comps | $800,000 | $546 |
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 $25,000 (2.6%) from the original list price.
| Jan 28, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $975,000 | $950,000 |
| Dec 3, 2025 | Listed | $975,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- 2-car garage
- Built 1974 — 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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