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1543 San Carlos Bay DR photos

View of front facade with decorative driveway and an attached garage
View of front of house featuring a front lawn
View of front facade with decorative driveway and a front yard
Entryway featuring light wood finished floors and baseboards
Dining room featuring wine cooler, a chandelier, light wood-style flooring, and recessed lighting
Kitchen featuring freestanding refrigerator, light stone counters, a kitchen bar, white cabinetry, and wall chimney range hood
Kitchen featuring light stone counters, hanging light fixtures, white cabinets, and recessed lighting
Living area featuring a towering ceiling, a stone fireplace, and wood finished floors
Living area featuring a stone fireplace, a high ceiling, and light wood-style flooring
Living area with a fireplace, stairs, wood finished floors, and ceiling fan
Bedroom featuring access to outside, light wood-type flooring, and a ceiling fan
Bedroom with light wood-type flooring, a ceiling fan, and a closet
Full bath with a shower stall and vanity
Bedroom featuring light wood-style flooring and a ceiling fan
Bedroom featuring wood finished floors and a ceiling fan
Bathroom featuring a shower stall, two vanities, and light wood finished floors
Full bathroom with a stall shower and light wood finished floors
Bedroom with ceiling fan and wood tiled floors
Bedroom featuring wood tiled floors, a closet, and ceiling fan
Bathroom with a stall shower, double vanity, and light wood-style floors
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Hallway with an upstairs landing, vaulted ceiling, a chandelier, light wood-style flooring, and recessed lighting
Living area featuring an upstairs landing, light wood-style floors, a ceiling fan, lofted ceiling, and recessed lighting
Bedroom with multiple windows, light wood finished floors, and ceiling fan
Bedroom with access to exterior, light wood-style flooring, a ceiling fan, and vaulted ceiling
View of deck
Bathroom featuring a freestanding tub, vanity, and light tile patterned flooring
Dock area with a water view and boat lift
View of swimming pool with a patio and a balcony
View of pool featuring a fenced backyard and a patio area
Aerial perspective of suburban area with a large body of water
Aerial view of residential area featuring a nearby body of water
Water view with nearby suburban area
Aerial view of residential area featuring a large body of water
Aerial perspective of suburban area featuring a large body of water
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1543 San Carlos Bay DR, SANIBEL

Single Family Residence

Active

$2,399,000

▼ $100,000 (4%)

5

Beds

4

Baths

3,569

Sqft

Est. $13,268/mo · Get pre-qualified

Home Type: Single Family ResidenceYear Built: 1963Sqft: 3,569Price/Sqft: $672Lot Size: 0.303 acres

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.

267 days on market · Listing updated July 29, 2026

Location

Facts & Features

Interior Features:
Den - Study, Loft, Wired for Data, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances:
Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Pot Filler, Range, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Washer, Wine Cooler
Flooring:
Tile, Wood
Laundry:
Inside
Primary Bathroom:
Dual Sinks, Separate Tub And Shower
Kitchen:
Pantry
Dining Room:
Breakfast Bar, Dining - Living
Heating:
Central Electric, Zoned, Fireplace(s)
Cooling:
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric, Zoned
Gas:
Propane
Utilities:
Propane, Cable Available
Sewer:
Central
Water Source:
Central
Security:
Smoke Detector(s), Smoke Detectors
Exterior Features:
Dock, Elec Avail at dock, Water Avail at Dock, Balcony, Sprinkler Auto, Storage
Construction:
Concrete Block, Vinyl Siding
Architectural Style:
Contemporary
Roof:
Shingle
Patio / Porch:
Open Porch/Lanai, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced
View:
Canal
Waterfront:
No Bridge(s)/Water Direct, Canal Front, Navigable Water, Seawall
Direction Faces:
Northeast
Lot Features:
Cul-De-Sac, Regular
Irrigation:
Central
Road Surface:
Paved
Road Frontage:
Cul-De-Sac
Other Structures:
Boat House
Parking:
Driveway Paved, Garage Door Opener, Attached
Garage Spaces:
2
Pool:
Above Ground, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat, Salt Water
Windows:
Casement, Impact Resistant, Sliding, Impact Resistant Windows, Window Coverings
Doors:
Impact Resistant Doors, French Doors
Community Features:
Community Gulf Boat Access, See Remarks, Boating, Non-Gated
Subdivision:
SANIBEL ISLES
Annual Taxes:
$26,217
Pets Allowed:
No Approval Needed
Furnished:
Negotiable
Possession:
Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms:
Buyer Finance/Cash

Price History

DateEventPrice
Jul 29, 2026Price change$2,399,000
Dec 4, 2025Original list price$2,699,000

Reflects listing data on file, not a complete transaction history.

Listed by Gregory Demaras, Pfeifer Realty Group LLC

$2,399,000

1543 San Carlos Bay DR, SANIBEL

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