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Property Description
What makes one waterfront home more desirable than another? Sometimes it isn't square footage or trendy features. It's how it was built. It's how it lives. It's what surrounds it. This home checks all three boxes. Originally designed by a Scottish architect whose career included designing hurricane-resistant buildings in Jamaica, every major decision was made with longevity in mind rather than minimum code requirements, incorporating engineering and structural features that exceeded the standards of its day. A concrete first level, interior concrete structural walls, hip roof construction with double hurricane straps, and numerous storm protection upgrades quietly reflect a philosophy that valued resilience long before it became a priority for coastal buyers. Equally uncommon is the floor plan. Unlike many island homes designed primarily for vacations, this residence functions as a true home. Spacious rooms, practical storage, dedicated office space, built-in cabinetry, and comfortable living areas make everyday life easy without sacrificing warmth or character. Then there's the view. Clam Bayou isn't simply waterfront, it is protected waterfront. Looking across mangroves instead of rooftops creates a level of privacy that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. The changing tides, spectacular sunsets, and daily parade of shorebirds provide scenery that no architect could ever design.Outside your door, Herons Landing offers a lifestyle that few communities can match: gated privacy, deeded beach access, a community dock and kayak launch, fishing pier, tennis courts, and pool. And perhaps the biggest surprise? The owners are asking approximately what they paid for the home more than two decades ago. In today's market, that's almost unheard of.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1987 My Tern Ct
General
- Price: $1,199,000
- HOA FEE: $568/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 2025020448
- Updated: 7/3/2026
- Added to Site: 244 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: 30
- Min. Lease (Days): 30
Interior
- Interior Features: Den - Study, Other
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Dual Sinks, Shower Only
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Dining Room: Dining - Living
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Beach Access, Pool, Fishing, Tennis Court(s), Gated
- Tennis: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Screened Balcony
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: 2+ Spaces, Attached
Location
- Area: SI01 - Sanibel Island
- County: Lee
- Subdivision: HERONS LANDINGS I
- Building Name: HERONS LANDING
- Direction Faces: Northeast
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Manager, Rec Facilities
- Units Assoc/Comm: 1
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Management Type: Residents
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Electric
- Heating Type: Central Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Central
- Water: Central
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Description/Design: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Elevated, Stucco
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Sliding, Shutters Electric
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Stories in Building: 2
- Square Feet: 3,306
- Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Living Area: 3,306 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1996
Lot Features
- Property View: Bay, Mangroves
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.602
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 26,223
- Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Irrigation System: Central
- Lot Features: Across From Waterfront
- Lot Description: Across From Waterfront
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Bay, Mangrove
- Canal Width: None
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,703
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Single Family
- Legal Description: HERONS LANDING PHASE 1 PB 40 PG 90 LOT 12
- Property ID: 13-46-21-T2-00300.0120
- Section: 13
- Block: 300
- Lot Number: 12
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Schools
Schools serving 1987 My Tern Ct
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 mi |
Cypress Lake High School 6750 Panther Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 9-12 | 16.7 mi |
South Fort Myers High School 14020 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | 9-12 | 19.8 mi |
Fort Myers High School 2635 Cortez Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33901 | 9-12 | 20.6 mi |
Estero High School 21900 River Ranch Road, Estero, FL 33928 | 9-12 | 22.6 mi |
Dunbar High School 3800 Edison Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33916 | 9-12 | 23 mi |
Bonita Springs High School 25592 Imperial Parkway, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 | 9-12 | 25.1 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 1987 My Tern Ct
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/13/2026
Price Reduced
$1,199,000
-2.12%
MLS
3/16/2026
Price Reduced
$1,225,000
-10.91%
MLS
1/29/2026
Price Reduced
$1,375,000
-8.03%
MLS
11/19/2025
Listed
$1,495,000
30%
MLS
5/24/2005
Sold
$1,150,000
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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 1987 My Tern Ct
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$11,766
3%
$836,292
3%
2024
$11,455
3%
$812,723
3%
2023
$11,161
7%
$789,051
-20%
2021
$10,451
1%
$982,236
28%
2022
$10,372
-1%
$766,069
4%
2021
$10,451
2%
$733,487
2%
2019
$10,233
—
$716,996
2%
2018
$10,242
—
$703,627
2%
2017
$10,247
—
$689,155
2%
2016
$10,204
-2%
$674,980
-19%
2015
$10,396
—
$837,911
3%
2014
$10,412
—
$812,014
-2%
2013
$10,461
—
$828,822
—
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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1987 My Tern Ct, Sanibel, FL 33957 (MLS# 2025020448) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1987 My Tern Ct is currently listed for $1,199,000 and was received on November 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 1987 My Tern Ct? 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.

