Sanibel Real Estate

Sanibel Real Estate

Welcome to Sanibel, a picturesque island paradise nestled in Lee County, Florida. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty and laid-back atmosphere, Sanibel is a true gem on the Gulf Coast. With its pristine beaches, lush wildlife, and charming small-town vibe, it offers a unique blend of relaxation and adventure that appeals to residents and visitors alike.

Sanibel is famous for its shell-covered shores, attracting shell enthusiasts from around the world. The island boasts over 15 miles of unspoiled beaches, where you can stroll along the shoreline, collect seashells, or simply bask in the sun. The warm, turquoise waters are perfect for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding, making it a haven for water sports lovers.

Nature lovers will find Sanibel's wildlife refuge, the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, a must-visit. This protected area is home to diverse ecosystems and provides excellent opportunities for birdwatching, hiking, and biking along scenic trails. The island's commitment to conservation ensures that its natural beauty remains intact for generations to come.

Sanibel's charming downtown area is filled with quaint shops, art galleries, and delightful dining options. Whether you're enjoying fresh seafood at a waterfront restaurant or exploring local boutiques, you'll find a warm, welcoming community that embodies the spirit of island living.

With a strong sense of community, a focus on sustainability, and breathtaking surroundings, Sanibel is not just a place to live—it's a lifestyle. Come discover why this enchanting island is the perfect place to call home!

Newest Listings in Sanibel

$849,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 2026029511 MLS
Welcome to 1858 Farm Trail in the desirable Island Woods community, where comfort, convenience, and the Sanibel lifestyle come together. This elevated home features piling construction, a metal roof, and a bright, open floor plan designed for easy island living. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, creating a welcoming space for gathering with family and friends. Pocketing sliding glass doors open to a spacious screened lanai, extending your living space outdoors and providing the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee, evening breezes, or peaceful views of the conservation land behind the home. The primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with a spacious bedroom, private access to its own screened deck, a large walk-in closet, and a bright, well-appointed bathroom. Guest accommodations provide comfortable space for family and visitors. Light-filled rooms and calming coastal finishes create an inviting atmosphere that's easy to enjoy after a day spent at the beach, shelling, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, or exploring Sanibel's miles of scenic bike paths. And when it's time to head to the Gulf, beach access is just a bike ride away. Island Woods is one of Sanibel's most conveniently located communities, offering residents a community swimming pool, tennis courts, and pickleball courts. From this central location, you can walk or bike to Periwinkle Way's shops and restaurants, BIG ARTS, the Sanibel Public Library, City Hall, and the Sanibel Community Playground, making it easy to enjoy many of the island's favorite destinations without getting in the car. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, seasonal getaway, or investment property, this well-maintained home offers quality construction, an easy living floor plan, desirable community amenities, and a location that makes it easy to embrace everything that makes Sanibel so special.

1858 Farm Trail, Sanibel

$799,000
2 Beds 2 Baths 2026031556 MLS
Welcome to island living at Loggerhead Cay D433, a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath, third-floor condo overlooking the lush courtyard and community pool with partial Gulf views. This condo has been completely updated and is being sold turnkey furnished—just bring your clothes and toothbrush and start enjoying the Sanibel lifestyle! Well-appointed throughout and offering strong rental income potential, D433 is perfect as a vacation getaway, investment property, or your own piece of paradise. Property Highlights: 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms Third-floor location Courtyard & pool views Partial Gulf views Completely updated throughout Turnkey furnished Excellent rental income potential Steps from the pool and Gulf of Mexico Direct beach access Tennis courts Pickleball courts Shuffleboard BBQ/grilling areas Beautifully maintained tropical grounds Desirable East End of Sanibel location Convenient access on and off the island Experience Sanibel Island: Spend your mornings walking miles of world-famous shelling beaches, biking the island’s extensive shared-use paths, exploring the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, enjoying local restaurants and shopping, or simply relaxing while watching another incredible Gulf Coast sunset. The East End location puts you close to the Sanibel Lighthouse and Lighthouse Beach, restaurants, shopping, boating, fishing, and the Sanibel Causeway—making trips into Fort Myers and the rest of Southwest Florida convenient. Whether you’re looking for an island retreat, income-producing vacation rental, or both, Loggerhead Cay D433 offers the opportunity to own a turnkey piece of the Sanibel lifestyle

979 E Gulf Drive Unit D433, Sanibel

$1,495,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 2026010063 MLS
791 Sand Dollar Drive presents an exceptional opportunity to create your ideal Sanibel retreat. Positioned on a large canal in the desirable Shell Harbor neighborhood, this elevated two-story home enjoys sought-after southern exposure, an open-concept floor plan with expansive windows that flood the living spaces with natural light while framing peaceful canal views. The spacious, raised living area flows seamlessly to the porch overlooking the pool and wide canal beyond, creating an ideal setting for indoor-outdoor island living. Outside, enjoy a private pool, a spacious dock, and two boat lifts providing effortless access to the Gulf. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, including a private primary suite that occupies the entire upper level and features an updated bathroom. This beautiful space also offers access to two upper-level decks. Guest bedrooms on the main living level provide comfort and privacy for family and visitors. This elevated home with a new roof, impact resistant windows and hurricane shutters on the lanai add to the home’s beauty and will help give you peace of mind. Deeded beach access is just a short stroll away, offering the best of both waterfront living and Sanibel's beautiful beaches. Perfectly positioned on Sanibel's sought-after east end, the property offers convenient on-and-off island access while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, and the island's renowned beaches. A spacious garage and generous bonus space provide endless possibilities, while the home's setting and layout create a rare opportunity to customize a waterfront residence in one of Sanibel's most coveted neighborhoods. Extraordinary sunsets and generations of memories await you at 791 Sand Dollar Drive!

791 Sand Dollar Drive, Sanibel

$429,000
2 Beds 2 Baths 2026003859 MLS
Opportunity awaits at Blind Pass! This second-floor residence is ready for its next owner to bring their vision and transform it into the perfect island retreat. While the interior is ready for updating, the functional floor plan and desirable location provide an excellent foundation for creating a space tailored to your personal style. The split-bedroom layout offers privacy for owners and guests, making this an ideal seasonal getaway, full-time residence, or investment opportunity. Whether you choose to renovate immediately or update over time, this residence presents the chance to create a home that reflects your own taste and style. Nestled on Sanibel's desirable west end and surrounded by conservation land, Blind Pass offers a peaceful setting with abundant wildlife and the natural beauty that makes the island so special. Launch your kayak or paddleboard and explore the serene waters of Clam Bayou, where mangrove tunnels, shorebirds, dolphins, and other native wildlife create an unforgettable experience. Residents enjoy exceptional amenities, including a large resort-style swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, clubhouse, barbecue area, kayak storage, and deeded beach access to Bowman's Beach—consistently recognized among the world's finest beaches for its natural beauty, shelling, and unspoiled shoreline. Whether you're searching for a vacation home, rental property, or full-time residence, this is an outstanding opportunity to own in one of Sanibel Island's most treasured communities.

5117 Sea Bell Road Unit D-202, Sanibel

$2,495,000
2026026549 MLS
A rare opportunity to secure one of the most visible and strategically positioned commercial assemblages on Sanibel Island's iconic Periwinkle Way corridor. Offering approximately 150 feet of prime frontage along the island's primary commercial artery, 1444 and 1446 Periwinkle Way present a unique chance to shape the future of one of Sanibel's most recognizable locations. The combined offering includes three existing structures spread across two commercial parcels, creating exceptional flexibility for investors, owner-users, developers, retailers, restaurants, garden concepts, professional offices, wellness destinations, galleries, showrooms, mixed-use redevelopment, and countless other possibilities. Imagine revitalizing the existing buildings into a collection of charming Old Florida commercial spaces, creating an inviting courtyard-style destination, or starting fresh with a completely new vision designed to maximize visibility, parking, and customer experience along one of the island's highest traffic corridors. Opportunities of this scale, frontage, and flexibility rarely become available on Sanibel, where commercial land has historically remained tightly held for decades. There has never been a more exciting time to invest in Sanibel's future. The island is experiencing a remarkable rebirth as businesses rebuild, reinvent, and reimagine what comes next. New concepts, new architecture, and new energy are returning to the Sanctuary Island, creating an environment unlike any other point in recent history. As long-established properties transition to new ownership and new ideas, buyers have a rare opportunity to become part of the next chapter of Sanibel's commercial evolution. Adjacent to the Bailey Homestead Preserve and Garden Center and neighboring the lands of SCCF, this highly visible location combines natural beauty with exceptional exposure and accessibility. Whether your vision is restoration, redevelopment, investment, or creating an entirely new island destination, 1444 and 1446 Periwinkle Way offer the location, flexibility, and visibility to bring that vision to life. Prime commercial frontage. Exceptional visibility. Endless possibilities. The future of Sanibel is being written now and this is your opportunity to help shape it.

1446 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

$2,695,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 2026029280 MLS
Perfectly positioned on Sanibel Island's coveted east end, just one property from the Gulf, this exceptional custom-built coastal residence offers a rare combination of refined luxury, uncompromising construction, and an enviable island lifestyle. A private path leads directly to one of the world's most celebrated shelling beaches, while the coveted east-end location provides convenient on-and-off island access and a short stroll to the charming Lighthouse District with its boutiques, restaurants, and marina. Thoughtfully designed to embrace its extraordinary setting, the elevated home is built on concrete pilings and constructed to withstand Florida's coastal environment with impact-rated windows and doors, a standing seam metal roof, and durable Hardie siding and trim. From nearly every room, sweeping Gulf views create a breathtaking backdrop. The interior reflects timeless coastal sophistication, where soaring coffered vaulted ceilings, exquisite custom millwork, and solid-core 9-foot doors define the living spaces. Walls of glass welcome abundant natural light, seamlessly connecting elegant interiors with the beauty beyond. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen is both functional and stunning, appointed with premium appliances including a built-in refrigerator, French-door chef's oven, induction cooktop, and an expansive island designed for effortless entertaining. The elevated dining space is enveloped by mullioned glass and panoramic water views that transform every meal into an unforgettable experience. The expansive great room is filled with warmth and light, framed by spectacular Gulf vistas and beautifully detailed architectural finishes. Screened lanais at both the front and rear invite year-round indoor-outdoor living, where gentle sea breezes and the soothing sound of the surf create a setting of remarkable tranquility. Beyond, the private outdoor retreat centers around a custom heated pool and spa with a tranquil water feature and elegant travertine surround—an idyllic place to relax after a day on the beach or exploring the island by boat or bicycle. Completing the property is an oversized 6-plus-car garage, offering exceptional space for collectors, boating enthusiasts, golf carts, bicycles, and every necessity of the island lifestyle. Offering extraordinary craftsmanship, breathtaking Gulf views, direct beach access, and one of Sanibel's most desirable locations, this remarkable residence is more than a home—it is a legacy property where luxury, serenity, and the timeless beauty of island living exist in perfect harmony.

1114 Seagrape Lane, Sanibel

$387,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 2026024841 MLS
Wake up to breathtaking canal views, gentle coastal breezes, and dolphins and manatees gliding by from this beautifully positioned second-floor end residence at Tennisplace. Ideally located at the end of the community, this move-in-ready, turnkey furnished condo offers privacy, panoramic water views, and the effortless island lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Perfectly situated on Sanibel's east end, Tennisplace provides quick on-and-off island access while placing you just moments from bayside beaches, waterfront dining, shopping, and miles of scenic bike paths. It's the ideal island getaway for Southwest Florida residents who live off-island but have always dreamed of owning their own weekend retreat—escape the traffic, leave the mainland behind, and enjoy boating, shelling, beach walks, and spectacular sunsets whenever you choose. Life at Tennisplace is all about enjoying the outdoors. Relax by the heated pool, play a match of tennis or pickleball, launch your kayak or paddleboard, stroll to the deeded beach access, or set out from Tennisplace dockage with direct Gulf access. Dockage is equipped with water and electricity, making it easy to spend your days on the water. Recent community improvements include new roofs, freshly painted buildings, and a brand-new dock system, while the absence of current assessments provides added peace of mind. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a seasonal escape, the perfect weekend retreat, or an investor-friendly vacation rental, this exceptional waterfront property offers everything you need to embrace the Sanibel lifestyle. Your island paradise is waiting.

1250 Tennisplace Court Unit E22, Sanibel

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