$3,799,000
4 Bed Pool Home for Sale in Anhinga Estates
1258 Anhinga Lane, Sanibel, FL, 33957
About this home
Bayfront Residence with Panoramic Views on Sanibel Island. Offered for the first time since its construction by the esteemed Wolter Group, this exceptional bayfront estate has been cherished by one family for more than 30 years. Perfectly positioned east of the causeway for effortless access on and off the island, the home is located just a block from the shops and dining of the east end village. Unparalleled bay views stretch across the horizon, enhanced by a natural beach shoreline. The expansive sunroom, designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, features a wall of windows that wrap around the adjacent wall, creating a panoramic waterfront experience. The open-concept kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a prep island, wraparound bar seating, solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a wine refrigerator, double ovens and a stainless-steel French door refrigerator. A work burning fireplace anchors the main living space, adding warmth and charm. A three-story elevator provides easy access to all levels, while the ground floor offers abundant parking and storage, including a tandem-depth double garage with a bayside garage door for effortless kayak and watercraft launching. The bayfront pool, complete with a swim-up table, invites relaxation while taking in the sweeping waterfront vistas. This meticulously maintained home presents a rare opportunity to own a legacy property in one of Sanibel’s most sought-after locations.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1993
- Interior
- 3,897 sqft
- Lot size
- 12,806.64 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.29 acres
- Garage
- 3 car
- Days on market
- 0
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $53,186/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
- Yes
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- County
- Lee
Amenities
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Price & status history
Down $199,000 (5.2%) from the original list price.
| Feb 10, 2026 | Sold | $3,600,000 |
| Feb 3, 2026 | Listed | $3,799,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- Waterfront
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- 3-car garage
- Built 1993 — 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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