$3,795,000
4 Bed Pool Home for Sale in Sanibel
1069 Bird Lane, Sanibel, FL, 33957
About this home
Experience the pinnacle of coastal living with this extraordinary 5,542-square-foot beachfront residence on Sanibel Island. Positioned on a private .86-acre lot adjoining protected conservation land and boasting 150 feet of waterfrontage. Designed for elegance and comfort, this four-bedroom estate captures sweeping bay views from nearly every room, the home features gracious living and dining areas with a fireplace and walls of glass that open to breathtaking panoramas. The expansive layout includes an inviting spacious kitchen with wide water views, a luxurious and spacious primary suite, a private office, and a serene sitting room to enjoy bay views, all accentuated by timeless hardwood flooring and impact-rated windows and doors. The top floor houses guest suites and a second primary suite. Gi outside to an inviting heated beachfront pool overlooking the wide bay, an ideal setting for tranquil relaxation or refined entertaining. With unmatched privacy, stunning natural surroundings and potential to create a private world-class single-family retreat, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to own one of Sanibel Island’s desired waterfront addresses. The home received damage to the lower non-living area during Hurricane Ian, the pool and garage have been restored, but storage areas, landscape and irrigation system requires repairs and updates. The home is in the sought-after area of Bird Lane within a few minutes of the Sanibel causeway and bridge for easy access on and off the island and offers incredible potential for updating and personal touches. The home is being offered in as-is condition.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1987
- Interior
- 5,642 sqft
- Lot size
- 35,414.28 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.81 acres
- Garage
- 6 car
- Days on market
- 274
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $53,130/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors
- Exposure
- Northeast
- 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 $440,000 (10.4%) from the original list price.
| Aug 6, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $4,235,000 | $3,795,000 |
| Nov 19, 2025 | Listed | $4,235,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- Waterfront
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- 6-car garage
- Built 1987 — 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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