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$632,591$404 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $535,000 on Jul 13, 2020

970 PALM ST

SANIBEL, FL 33957
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,564 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$633K
$585K low$681K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$535,000 · Jul 13, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,949 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$469,538 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$382,336
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$518,962

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.121 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyLEE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 1,156 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
The Sanibel SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Cypress Lake High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.6 mi

District: Lee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33957These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.49%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,147
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$129,413
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$195,418
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

970 Palm St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Sanibel 33957
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Lee County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Lee County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Lee County

What homes are worth in Sanibel 33957

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$388K$3.5M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Sanibel 33957.

How it measures up in Sanibel 33957

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sanibel 33957.

Estimated value$632,591
CheaperTypical $992,586Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$404
CheaperTypical $556Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,564 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,852 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 970 Palm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanibel 33957Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$632,59114% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40425% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,564 ft²40% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac45% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than197637% of homes13% of homes

About 970 Palm St

How much is 970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL is $632,591 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $584,541 to $680,641. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL last sell?

970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL last sold on Jul 13, 2020 for $535,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL?

970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,564 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL built?

970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL?

970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL is assigned to The Sanibel School (elementary), rated A+; Cypress Lake High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Lee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL compare to other homes in Sanibel 33957?

Among the 7,139 homes in Sanibel 33957, it is worth more than 14% of them ($632,591 against a typical $992,586), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($404 against a typical $556), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,564 ft² against a typical 1,852 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1976 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 84% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 970 Palm St, Sanibel, FL was $5,949. The county assessed it at $469,538.

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