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Property Description
Welcome to your Sanibel Island oasis! Perfectly positioned just across the street from the beach, this beautifully updated pool home offers the ideal blend of coastal charm, modern comfort, and endless possibilities. Step inside to an expansive living area with soaring cathedral ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open, airy design that captures the essence of island living. The open-concept floor plan flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen, featuring sleek countertops with bar seating, contemporary cabinetry, and updated appliances-perfect for entertaining or everyday living. The remodeled bathrooms have been thoughtfully designed with timeless finishes, while the spacious primary suite features a beautifully updated ensuite bath that creates a relaxing, spa-like retreat. Outdoor living is where this home truly shines. Enjoy your private pool surrounded by tropical landscaping, unwind on the spacious patio, or relax on the upper lanai overlooking the tranquil canal and adjacent golf course-an exceptional setting for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or simply taking in the peaceful surroundings. Recent improvements, including a new roof, new air conditioning system, updated flooring, and numerous additional upgrades, provide both beauty and peace of mind. One of the home's most exciting features is the lower level, offering a blank canvas ready for your vision. Whether you envision additional living space, a game room, fitness studio, hobby area, workshop, or customized storage, the possibilities are extensive. (Some photos of the lower level have been virtually staged to illustrate potential use.) This is more than a home-it's an opportunity to embrace the Sanibel Island lifestyle, where beaches, boating, golf, and breathtaking sunsets are all part of everyday living. Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional island retreat.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1720 Middle Gulf Dr
General
- Price: $1,399,000
- Taxes: (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 2026028232
- Updated: 6/29/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: 30
- Min. Lease (Days): 30
Interior
- Interior Features: Great Room, Split Bedrooms, Wired for Data, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator/Freezer, Refrigerator with Icemaker, Self-Cleaning Oven, Washer, Wine Cooler
- Furnishings: Turnkey
- Flooring: Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Primary Bathroom: Separate Tub And Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Master BR Sitting Area, Two Master Suites
Other Rooms
- Dining Room: Breakfast Bar
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None, No Subdivision
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Concrete, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat, Salt Water
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detectors
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Gas Grill, Screened Balcony, Automatic Sprinkler
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Screened Lanai/Porch, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway Unpaved, Garage Door Opener, Attached
Location
- Area: SI01 - Sanibel Island
- County: Lee
- Subdivision: METES AND BOUNDS
- Building Name: METES AND BOUNDS
- Driving Directions: From Sanibel Causeway, continue onto Periwinkle Way, turn onto Donax St, then to Middle Gulf Dr to address.
- Direction Faces: South
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
- Units Assoc/Comm: 1
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Management Type: None
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
- Heating Type: Central Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Assessment Paid
- Water: Assessment Paid
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Stilts
- Description/Design: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Single Hung
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Stories in Building: 1
- Square Feet: 1,662
- Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Living Area: 1,662 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1985
Lot Features
- Property View: Canal, Partial Gulf
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.535
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 23,304
- Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Lot Dimensions: 110 x 100 x 227 x 229
- Frontage: Public Road
- Frontage Feet: 110
- Irrigation System: None
- Lot Features: Oversize
- Lot Description: Oversize
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Canal Front
- Canal Width: Canal Width 81-120
Financial Considerations
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash, Seller Pays Title
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Single Family
- Legal Description: PARL IN SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 N OF GULF DR DESC IN OR 1761 PG 4174
- Property ID: 25-46-22-T3-00020.009B
- Section: 25
- Block: 20
- Lot Number: 9B
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Schools
Schools serving 1720 Middle Gulf Dr
School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
The Sanibel School 3840 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, FL 33957 | 6-8 | 3.7 mi |
Cypress Lake High School 6750 Panther Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 9-12 | 12.4 mi |
South Fort Myers High School 14020 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | 9-12 | 15.1 mi |
Estero High School 21900 River Ranch Road, Estero, FL 33928 | 9-12 | 16.3 mi |
Fort Myers High School 2635 Cortez Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33901 | 9-12 | 17.7 mi |
Bonita Springs High School 25592 Imperial Parkway, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 | 9-12 | 18.5 mi |
Dunbar High School 3800 Edison Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33916 | 9-12 | 19.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1720 Middle Gulf Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/29/2026
Listed
$1,399,000
72.72%
MLS
5/24/2023
Sold
$810,000
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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 1720 Middle Gulf Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$12,892
63%
$875,191
67%
2024
$7,931
11%
$523,029
-2%
2023
$7,132
6%
$531,502
-9%
2021
$6,745
1%
$582,393
13%
2022
$6,711
-1%
$516,021
4%
2021
$6,745
-1%
$494,074
4%
2018
$6,835
—
$473,961
-2%
2019
$6,834
—
$482,966
4%
2017
$6,832
1%
$464,213
2%
2016
$6,798
-2%
$454,665
-10%
2015
$6,920
—
$505,903
5%
2014
$6,925
—
$482,385
9%
2013
$6,953
—
$441,301
—
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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1720 Middle Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957 (MLS# 2026028232) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1720 Middle Gulf Dr is currently listed for $1,399,000 and was received on June 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 1720 Middle Gulf Dr? 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.

