Foreclosure - Waterfront
Address
497 Lake Murex Circle, Sanibel, FL
Price
$ 599,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#2026037742
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyLee
  • CitySanibel
  • AreaSI01 - Sanibel Island
  • NeighborhoodLAKE MUREX
  • Zip33957
  • StyleTwo Story
  • Year Built1981
  • Taxes$ 7758
  • Price$ 599,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage2140
  • Lot Size0.565 Acres
Data Source:
Florida Gulf Coast MLS (SWFLMLS)
Property Description

INCREDIBLE SANIBEL ISLAND OPPORTUNITY! Bring your imagination and finish what has already been started! This spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath home with a 2-car garage and pool is located within walking distance of the beautiful Sanibel beaches and offers tremendous potential. A major renovation was started but not completed, giving the next owner the opportunity to finish the home to their own taste and vision. Significant improvements already in place include a NEW ROOF, NEW WINDOWS AND SLIDING GLASS DOORS, large-format tile flooring, a contemporary kitchen renovation in progress, and beautifully updated baths featuring impressive floor-to-ceiling tile work. The open interior design features vaulted ceilings, abundant windows and sliding doors, and plenty of natural light. Enjoy peaceful WATER VIEWS from the home and expansive outdoor areas. The elevated design provides a large amount of space below and the property offers TONS OF ROOM AND POTENTIAL FOR EXPANSION, outdoor living and entertaining. With many of the major improvements already started, this is a unique opportunity to complete a custom Sanibel Island home exactly the way you want it. Pool, water views, garage, spacious homesite and a location within walking distance of SANIBEL BEACH—bring your contractor, your plans and your imagination!

Price History
9/7/2026 Listed $599,000

General Features

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Central,Electric
Cooling Central Air,Electric,Wall Unit(s)
Utilities Cable Not Available
Possession Close Of Escrow
Roof Shingle
HOA Fee 100
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Two Story
Pool Features In Ground
Construction Materials Other,Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding
Pets Allowed Yes
Year Built 1981
View Lake
Stories Count 2
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Single Family
Waterfront Features Lake
Community Features Non-Gated
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County Lee
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Other
HOA true
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name LAKE MUREX
Facing Direction East
Garage Y/N true
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions From West Gulf Dr turn into Lake Murex Cir
City Sanibel
Senior Community Y/N false
MLS Area SI01 - Sanibel Island
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 7758.57
Property Condition Resale
Virtual Tour https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/fgcmls/2026037742
Standard Status Active
Tax Lot 70
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
PostalCity Sanibel
Legal Description LAKE MUREX PB 25 PG 70 LOTS 70 + 70A

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Kitchen Island,Living/Dining Room,Other,Shower Only,Separate Shower
Flooring Other
Furnished Y/N Unfurnished
Total Stories 2
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Sliding,Impact Glass
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Other,Great Room
LivingAreaSource Appraiser
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Gulf Access false
Exterior Amenities Security/High Impact Doors,Other
Parking Features Attached,Covered,Garage
Lot Features Other
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 0.565
Foundation Details Pillar/Post/Pier,Raised
Spa false
Building Area Total 2841
Lot Dimensions 170 x 144 x 322 x 322
Lot Size Acres 0.565
Road Surface Type Paved
Private Pool true
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Waterfront Y/N true
Covered Spaces 2
LotDimensionsSource Measured

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 33957

Price
AVG $1.56M
$600K
Taxes
AVG $12,950
$7,758
Year Built
AVG 1987
1981

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