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Welcome to Mermaid Cottage—a charming elevated 3BR/2BA pool home in Sanibel’s sought-after Gumbo Limbo neighborhood. This is the best-priced elevated pool home currently on the market in Gumbo Limbo, offering exceptional value in a family-friendly community - a rare opportunity to own a Sanibel home well below the island’s median price.Surrounded by lush native landscaping, this beach retreat features light-filled living spaces, a spacious enclosed Florida room, wrap-around porches, and a sparkling pool with patio area—ideal for relaxed island living or entertaining. This well-maintained property offers a perfect blend of island charm and modern comfort, ideal as a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity. Most recent updates include a new A/C system and new pool equipment in 2023. The roof was replaced in 2018, water heater in 2017. The current flood insurance policy is transferable.Gumbo Limbo is a serene enclave of island-style homes and lakes. Zoned for The Sanibel School, a top-rated K–8 public school. Just a short drive or bike ride to world-renowned beaches, nature preserves, local shops, and dining, Mermaid Cottage invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and live the Sanibel dream!
Property Details
Price: $649,000
Sq Ft: 1,760
($369 per sqft)
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Unit On Floor: 1
City: Sanibel
County: Lee
Type: Single Family
Development: Gumbo Limbo
Acres: 0.59
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Year Built: 1985
Listing Number: 225058805
Status Code: A-Active
Taxes: $6,829.65
Tax Year: 2024
Garage:
3.00
/
Y
Furnishings: Unfurnished
Pets Allowed: Yes
Interior Features:
Breakfast Bar
Built In Features
Separate Formal Dining Room
Family Dining Room
Living Dining Room
Pantry
Tub Shower
Cable Tv
Walk In Pantry
Walk In Closets
Home Office
Amenities:
None
Financial Information:
Taxes: $6,829.65
Tax Year: 2024
HOA Fee 2: $250.00
HOA Frequency 2: Annually
Exterior Features:
Deck
None
Patio
Equipment:
Dryer
Dishwasher
Disposal
Ice Maker
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Refrigerator With Ice Maker
Washer
View:
Y
School Information:
Elementary School: The Sanibel School/School Choice
Middle School: The Sanibel School/School Choice
Junior High: The Sanibel School/School Choice
High School: School Choice
Additional Information:
Building Description: Stilt
MLS Area: Si01 - Sanibel Island
Total Square Footage: 1,760
Total Floors: 1
Water: Public
Construction: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Date Listed: 2025-06-27 10:47:08
Pool: Y
Pool Description: Concrete, In Ground, Pool Equipment
Furnished: Unfurnished
Windows: Casement Windows
Parking: Attached, Driveway, Underground, Garage, Two Spaces, Unpaved
Garage Description: Y
Garage Spaces: 3
Attached Garage: Y
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Roof: Shingle
Heating: Central, Electric
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
Security: None, Smoke Detectors
Laundry: Inside
Irrigation: None
Pets: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Lot Desc.: Rectangular Lot
Amenities: None
Map of 1674 Bunting Ln, Sanibel, FL 33957
Listing Courtesy Of: Vip Realty Group Inc
paulrose@viprealty.com