Discover a one-of-a-kind residence on San Carlos Bay Drive, offering a rare blend of bay and canal views that redefine waterfront living. This home is positioned at the end of a deep-water access boating canal, presenting stunning vistas down the canal from the rear and expansive bay views in the front. With 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, including a loft for added sleeping space or a home office, this home provides versatile living spaces. Windows abound, flooding each room with natural light, while multiple porches offer private retreats to savor the sights and sounds of Sanibel. The main living floor showcases a top-of-the-line chef's kitchen seamlessly flowing into a spacious living room with soaring ceilings. Step outside to your private oasis, complete with a pool and dock. Enjoy leisurely afternoons by the water, taking in the breathtaking surroundings. A full home generator ensures peace of mind, and an elevator provides easy access to all floors. This home is a showcase of captivating details and thoughtful features, from the custom wood floors to the strategically placed porches that capture the essence of island living.
This property is $3.1M more than the Median Sold Price and $661/SqFt more than other homes in Sanibel, FL.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: SWFL
MLS Number: #224006705
Listing Office:
Office Name: Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Office Phone: (239) 472-0004
Listing Agent: Eric Pfeifer
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Aug 05, 1999
Aug 05, 1999Home Sold
$1,300,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2020
$14,444
$963,343
2019
$14,825
$983,509
2018
$18,671
$1,188,676
2017
$16,941
$1,082,486
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
9
/10
The Sanibel School
3840 Sanibel Captiva Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.91 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
7
/10
Heights Elementary School
15200 Alexandria Ct
Distance between this listing and this school8.92 miles
Public Magnet Grades PK-5
High School
4
/10
Cypress Lake High School
6750 Panther Ln
Distance between this listing and this school10.82 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
2
/10
South Fort Myers High School
14020 Plantation Rd
Distance between this listing and this school13.71 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
6
/10
Fort Myers High School
2635 Cortez Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school15.67 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
9
/10
The Sanibel School
3840 Sanibel Captiva Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.91 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
7
/10
Heights Elementary School
15200 Alexandria Ct
Distance between this listing and this school8.92 miles
Public Magnet Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
10
/10
Fort Myers Beach Elementary School
2751 Oak St
Distance between this listing and this school7.36 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Oasis Charter Middle School
3507 Oasis Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school8.53 miles
Public Charter Grades 6-8
6
/10
Gulf Middle School
1809 SW 36th Ter
Distance between this listing and this school8.70 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
3
/10
Lexington Middle School
16351 Summerlin Rd
Distance between this listing and this school9.07 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
4
/10
Cypress Lake High School
6750 Panther Ln
Distance between this listing and this school10.82 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
2
/10
South Fort Myers High School
14020 Plantation Rd
Distance between this listing and this school13.71 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
6
/10
Fort Myers High School
2635 Cortez Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school15.67 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $94,444. Most Sanibel, FL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1581 San Carlos Bay Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1581 San Carlos Bay Dr property is $4,150,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1581 San Carlos Bay Dr is a house located in Sanibel, Florida, 33957.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1581 San Carlos Bay Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 1581 San Carlos Bay Dr are: The Sanibel School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10Heights Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Cypress Lake High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10South Fort Myers High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10Fort Myers High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $14,444 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on August 5, 1999 for $1,300,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 1581 San Carlos Bay Dr has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 1581 San Carlos Bay Dr is 3,499 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1581 San Carlos Bay Dr is 1988.
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This home is located at 1581 San Carlos Bay Dr in Sanibel, FL and zip code 33957. This 3,499 square foot home, which was built in 1988, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 06, 2024 and is currently priced at $4,150,000.
Sanibel, FL housing market in March 2024 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 30 sold below. The number of listings in Sanibel, FL increased by 6.3% between February 2024 and March 2024. Listings spent 86 days on the market in March 2024, and had a median list price of $980,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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