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Property Description
This delightful 3-bedroom, two bath retreat offers vaulted ceilings providing an open airy feel to the living and large dining areas. The easy-to-care bamboo and tile floors add to the charm of this lovely home. All home chefs will enjoy the efficient kitchen with ample cabinetry, soapstone countertops, and large gas range. The three bedrooms are nicely sized with bonus storage over each closet. Doors and windows are impact rated and the standing seam roof adds to the resiliency of this elevated home. From the open deck, the Sanibel night will surround you with brilliant stars and the sound of the gulf waters gently rolling onto the beach. Convenient island location in a quiet, natural neighborhood setting adds to your island enjoyment. In addition to an oversized two car garage, this large property provides ample parking for additional vehicles, boats, or trailers with plenty of room to spare for other outdoor activities. A short walk or bike ride brings you everything Sanibel has to offer. Gulfside City Park and Algiers beach are around the corner and banking; shopping and dining is found right down the street. This property has the potential to be a solid rental property or easily make yourself at home here.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 495 E Lake Rd
General
- Price: $664,950
- Taxes: $5,445 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Bonita_Springs
- MLS ID: 2025021920
- Updated: 12/5/2025
- Added to Site: 42 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: 30
- Min. Lease (Days): 30
Interior
- Interior Features: Guest Bath, Guest Room, Wired for Data, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator/Freezer
- Furnished: Yes
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Primary Bathroom: Dual Sinks, Shower Only
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining - Living
- Laundry: Sink
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None, Non-Gated
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s), Smoke Detectors
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Open Porch/Lanai, Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway Unpaved, Attached
Location
- Area: SI01 - Sanibel Island
- County: Lee
- Subdivision: SANIBEL HIGHLANDS
- Building Name: SANIBEL HIGHLANDS
- Driving Directions: From Casa Ybel Road, turn onto East Lake Road, home is 2nd driveway on the left.
- Direction Faces: Northeast
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
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Central
- Water: Central
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Propane, Cable Available, Natural Gas Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Stilts
- Description/Design: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Elevated, Piling, Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Impact Resistant, Single Hung, Impact Resistant Windows, Window Coverings
- Doors: Impact Resistant Doors
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Stories in Building: 1
- Square Feet: 1,152
- Sq. Ft. Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Living Area: 1,152 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1989
Lot Features
- Property View: Landscaped Area
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.395
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 17,206
- Lot Size Source: Property Appraiser Office
- Lot Dimensions: 159 x 157 x 109 x 108
- Frontage Feet: 159
- Irrigation System: None
- Lot Features: 3 Lots, Oversize
- Lot Description: 3 Lots, Oversize
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: None
- Canal Width: None
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,445
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Buyer Finance/Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Single Family
- Multiple Parcels: Yes
- Legal Description: SANIBEL HIGHLANDS BLK 10 PB 7 PG 74 LOTS 6 THRU 8
- Property ID: 25-46-22-T3-01110.0060
- Section: 25
- Block: 10
- Lot Number: 6
Listed by Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 495 E Lake Rd
School District:Lee County School District, Fort Myers, FL
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
The Sanibel School 3840 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, FL 33957 | 6-8 | 3.4 mi |
Cypress Lake Middle School 8901 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | 6-8 | 12.6 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 | 15.2 mi |
Fort Myers High School 2635 Cortez Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33901 | 9-12 | 17.6 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 495 E Lake Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/05/2025
Listed
$664,950
94.15%
MLS
9/21/2011
Sold
$342,500
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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 495 E Lake Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,882
-8%
$387,598
3%
2024
$5,285
32%
$376,674
29%
2023
$4,016
-16%
$291,937
-27%
2021
$4,777
—
$397,680
12%
2022
$4,763
—
$355,051
4%
2021
$4,777
—
$339,951
1%
2018
$4,788
—
$335,946
2%
2017
$4,780
1%
$329,036
2%
2016
$4,751
-1%
$322,268
-6%
2019
$4,792
-1%
$342,329
-1%
2015
$4,831
—
$347,310
—
2014
$4,829
—
$347,605
11%
2013
$4,844
—
$312,796
—
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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495 E Lake Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957 (MLS# 2025021920) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 495 E Lake Rd is currently listed for $664,950 and was received on December 05, 2025. Want to learn more about 495 E Lake Rd? 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.

