# 1543 San Carlos Bay Drive, Sanibel, FL 33957

> **TL;DR:** 5bd/4ba single family, $2,399,000 ($672/sqft), built 1963, 3,569 sqft.
> Pool, Fireplace, Waterfront, A/C. Est. $10,471/mo. Listed 179 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $2,399,000 |
| Price/sqft | $672 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 4 full |
| Square Feet | 3,569 |
| Year Built | 1963 |
| Lot Size | 13,199 sqft (0.30 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 179 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Pool** - Patio, Porch
- **Waterfront** - Direct water access

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $10,396 |
| HOA | $75 |
| **Total** | **$10,471** |

## Key Amenities

- Pool
- Fireplace
- Waterfront
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1963
- 0.30 acre lot
- 2 stories
- Private pool
- Fireplace
- Waterfront

## Description

### Agent 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.

## Location

- **Address:** 1543 San Carlos Bay Drive, Sanibel, FL 33957
- **County:** Lee
- **Neighborhood:** SANIBEL ISLES
- **Coordinates:** 26.466, -82.054877
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=26.466,-82.054877

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Gregory Demaras
- **Brokerage:** Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
- **Phone:** 9178377009
- **Email:** g.demaras@portsidepg.com

## Primary Photo

![1543 San Carlos Bay Drive - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/00731d220fef7e4c77073154d1db76a4l-f3877549070r.jpg)

*35 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/1543-san-carlos-bay-drive-sanibel-fl-33957-25023027)*

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**MLS#:** 2025023027 | **Updated:** 2026-06-19
**Source:** listhub

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