1543 San Carlos Bay DR

$2,499,000

  • 3569 sqft
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2 Garages

General Information

  • List Price : $2,499,000
  • City : SANIBEL
  • Acres : 0.303
  • MLS Area : 4031
  • Status Type : Resale Property
  • Approx. Living Area : 3569
  • Furnished : Negotiable
  • Date Created : 2025-12-04
  • MLS Number : 2025023027
  • State Or Province : FL
  • Subdivision : SANIBEL ISLES
  • County : Lee
  • Bedrooms : 5
  • Approx. Total Area : 4031
  • Year Built : 1963
  • Potential Short :
  • DOM : 97
  • Address : 1543 San Carlos Bay DR
  • Postal Code : 33957
  • Development : Array
  • Property Type : Residential
  • Bath Full : 4
  • Price per Sq Ft : $189
  • Property Id : 18-46-23-T4-0060A.0250
  • Status : Active
  • CDOM : 97

Description

Experience true waterfront living at 1543 San Carlos Bay Drive on Sanibel Island, a rare blend of coastal serenity, boating convenience, and timeless island charm. Situated on a premier direct-access canal with no bridges, this home offers effortless passage to open water, making it ideal for avid boaters and anyone who values the freedom of navigating straight to the Gulf. The setting is exceptionally peaceful, framed by tropical landscaping that creates a private, resort-like atmosphere. Inside, the residence takes full advantage of its waterfront orientation, featuring expansive windows and light-filled spaces that capture sweeping canal views throughout. The layout is both inviting and functional, centered around a chef-inspired kitchen highlighted by a professional gas range, perfect for everyday cooking or entertaining. Just minutes from Sanibel’s famous beaches, top-tier dining, boutique shopping, and island amenities, this property delivers the full island lifestyle with unmatched convenience. 1543 San Carlos Bay Drive is a rare opportunity to own a true waterfront haven with direct Gulf access, offering beauty, privacy, and the ultimate boating experience.

Provided by Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

Detailed Property Information

  • Ownership : Single Family
  • Waterfront Y/N : 1
  • Boat Access : Boat Dock Private, Boat House, Elec Avail at dock, Water Avail at Dock
  • Cooling : Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric, Zoned
  • Kitchen : Pantry
  • Amenities : Community Gulf Boat Access, See Remarks
  • Restrictions : None
  • Building Design :
  • View : Canal
  • Waterfront Desc : Canal Front, Navigable, Seawall
  • Elementary School :
  • High School :
  • Floor Plan Type : 2 Story
  • Private Pool Y/N : 1
  • Bedroom Desc : Master BR Upstairs
  • Equipment : Auto Garage Door, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Pot Filler, Range, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Smoke Detector, Washer, Wine Cooler
  • Additional Rooms : Balcony, Den - Study, Laundry in Residence, Loft, Open Porch/Lanai
  • Storm Protection : Impact Resistant Doors, Impact Resistant Windows
  • Building Features : DSL/Cable Available
  • Community Type : Boating, Non-Gated
  • Gulf Access Y/N : 1
  • Gulf Access Type : No Bridge(s)/Water Direct
  • Middle School :
  • Pets : Yes
  • Heating :
  • Windows : Window Coverings
  • Flooring : Tile, Wood
  • Private Spa Y/N :
  • Dining Desc : Breakfast Bar, Dining - Living
  • Exterior Features : Boat Dock Private, Elec Avail at dock, Water Avail at Dock, Balcony, Open Porch/Lanai, Storage

Unit / Building Information

  • Unit Floor :
  • Unit Number :
  • Construction : Concrete Block, Vinyl Siding
  • Total Floors : 2
  • Units in Building : 1
  • Elevator : None
  • Building Desc : 2 Story, Contemporary
  • Units in Complex : 1
  • Roof : Shingle

Lot Information

  • Rear Exposure : SW
  • Range :
  • Sewer :
  • Lot Unit :
  • Section :
  • Irrigation : Central
  • Block : A
  • Township :
  • Water : Central
  • Lot Desc : Cul-De-Sac, Regular

Financial Information

  • Condo Fee : 0
  • Approval :
  • Tax Year : 2025
  • Condo Fee Freq :
  • Management : Residents
  • Possession : Array
  • Tax Desc :
  • Maintenance : Other

Additional Details

  • Amenities : Pantry
  • County Or Parish : Lee
  • Foreclosed REOYN :
  • Gulf Access YN : 1
  • Irrigation : Central
  • Legal Unit :
  • Lot Type :
  • Management : Residents
  • Master HOA Fee Freq : Annually
  • Original List Price : 2699000
  • Parcel Number : 18-46-23-T4-0060A.0250
  • Planned Use :
  • Postal Code Plus :
  • Property Type : Residential
  • Restrictions : None
  • Section :
  • Source of Measurements :
  • State Or Province : FL
  • Street Dir Prefix :
  • Street Number : 1543
  • Sub Condo Name :
  • Unit Number :
  • View : Canal
  • Waterfront YN : 1
  • CDOM : 97
  • Close Date :
  • Community Type : Boating, Non-Gated
  • Date Created : 2025-12-04
  • Full Address : 1543 San Carlos Bay DR
  • Last Change Timestamp : 2026-03-11T20:26:46.480Z
  • List Price : $2,499,000
  • Lot Unit :
  • Mandatory Club Fee Freq :
  • MLS Area Major : SI01 - Sanibel Island
  • Photo Count : 35
  • Possession : Array
  • Potential Short Sale YN :
  • Range :
  • Road : Paved
  • Sewer :
  • Status : Active
  • Street Dir Suffix :
  • Subdivision Info : SANIBEL ISLES
  • Table : Residential
  • Township :
  • Water : Central
  • Zoning Code:
  • Association Mngmt Phone : (239) 472-0004
  • Boat Access : Boat Dock Private, Boat House, Elec Avail at dock, Water Avail at Dock
  • Canal Width : $Canal Width 121-150
  • City : SANIBEL
  • Condo Fee : 0
  • Condo Fee Freq :
  • Current Price : $2,499,000
  • DOM : 97
  • Elevation :
  • Gulf Access Type : No Bridge(s)/Water Direct
  • Master HOA Fee Freq : 75
  • Land Lease Fee Freq :
  • Last Change Type : Price Change
  • Legal Desc :
  • Maintenance : Other
  • Mandatory HOA Y/N : 0
  • Matrix Modified DT : 2026-03-11T20:52:11.494Z
  • MLS Number : 2025023027
  • Other PI Ds :
  • Photo Modification Timestamp : 2026-03-11T20:51:00.361Z
  • Postal Code : 33957
  • Price Per Acre : 8,247,525
  • Rear Exposure : SW
  • Room Count : 0
  • Source of Measure Lot Dimensions :
  • Status Type : Resale Property
  • Street Name : San Carlos Bay
  • Street Suffix : DR
  • Tax Desc :
  • Tax Year : 2025
  • Trees :
  • Utilities Available :
  • Waterfront Desc :
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1543 San Carlos Bay DR

$2,499,000