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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1069 Bird Ln
General
- Price: $4,235,000
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 225063700
- Updated: 11/20/2025
- Added to Site: 58 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: 30
- Min. Lease (Days): 30
Interior
- Interior Features: Great Room, Guest Bath, Guest Room, Home Office, Built-In Cabinets, Wired for Data, Custom Mirrors, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Refrigerator with Icemaker, Wall Oven, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Dual Sinks, Shower Only
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Two Master Suites
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Kitchen Island
- Dining Room: Eat-in Kitchen, Formal
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Private Beach, Non-Gated
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detectors
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Open Porch/Lanai, Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 6
- Covered Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: 2+ Spaces, Attached
Location
- Area: SI01 - Sanibel Island
- County: Lee
- Subdivision: RICHARDSONS O L SUBD
- Building Name: RICHARDSONS O L SUBD
- Direction Faces: Southwest
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Management Type: None
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Central Electric, Heat Pump, Fireplace(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Central
- Water: Central
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Description/Design: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Piling, Wood Frame, Stucco
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Impact Resistant, Sliding, Impact Resistant Windows, Window Coverings
- Doors: Impact Resistant Doors
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Stories in Building: 3
- Square Feet: 5,642
- Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Living Area: 5,642 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1987
Lot Features
- Property View: Bay, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.813
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 35,414
- Lot Size Source: Survey
- Lot Dimensions: 150 x 150 x 250 x 250
- Frontage: Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Private Road
- Frontage Feet: 150
- Irrigation System: Central
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Regular
- Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Regular
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Gulf Access: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Bay
Financial Considerations
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Single Family
- Legal Description: RICHARDSONS O.L.SUBD. PB 4 PG 31 LOT 1 AND E 1/2 LOT 2 AND ADJACENT VACATED R/W (OR3017/518)
- Property ID: 18-46-23-T3-00200.0010
- Section: 18
- Block: 200
- Lot Number: 1
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Schools
Schools serving 1069 Bird Ln
School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
The Sanibel School 3840 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, FL 33957 | 6-8 | 4.7 mi |
Cypress Lake Middle School 8901 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 6-8 | 10.6 mi |
Cypress Lake High School 6750 Panther Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 9-12 | 10.4 mi |
South Fort Myers High School 14020 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | 9-12 | 13.2 mi |
Fort Myers High School 2635 Cortez Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33901 | 9-12 | 15.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1069 Bird Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/19/2025
Listed
$4,235,000
-0.35%
MLS
2/01/2021
Sold
$4,250,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1069 Bird Ln
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$69,302
1%
$5,165,331
-10%
2024
$68,691
1%
$5,721,860
-5%
2023
$68,036
72%
$6,035,375
119%
2021
$39,579
-20%
$2,758,063
-23%
2022
$49,301
25%
$3,584,716
42%
2021
$39,579
2%
$2,524,210
-2%
2018
$38,733
3%
$2,582,978
—
2019
$37,768
5%
$2,578,351
9%
2017
$36,039
9%
$2,369,244
11%
2016
$33,201
-7%
$2,128,425
-4%
2015
$35,530
-10%
$2,218,068
-9%
2014
$39,386
4%
$2,433,673
6%
2013
$37,865
—
$2,290,917
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1069 Bird Ln, Sanibel, FL 33957 (MLS# 225063700) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1069 Bird Ln is currently listed for $4,235,000 and was received on November 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 1069 Bird Ln? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sanibel? You can browse all Sanibel real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

