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$806,037$358 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $625,000 on Aug 21, 2017

981 MAIN ST

SANIBEL, FL 33957
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,250 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.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$806K
$729K low$883K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$625,000 · Aug 21, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,351 (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.$500,509 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$236,162
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$264,347
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$481,901
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$500,509

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.143 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.Colonial
CountyLEE
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.Asphalt
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.Garage, Attached
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 · 393 ft²Sprinklers

Transaction History(7)

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

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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 · 3.9 mi
H
Cypress Lake High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.5 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

981 Main 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 more than 90% of homes in Lee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Lee County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Lee County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Lee County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Sanibel 33957

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
$367K$3.8M

This home is worth more than 35% 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$806,037
CheaperTypical $951,278Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$358
CheaperTypical $543Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area2,250 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,861 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 981 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanibel 33957Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$806,03735% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35819% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than2,250 ft²60% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac45% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than200594% of homes71% of homes

About 981 Main St

How much is 981 Main St, Sanibel, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 981 Main St, Sanibel, FL is $806,037 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $729,496 to $882,578. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 981 Main St, Sanibel, FL last sell?

981 Main St, Sanibel, FL last sold on Aug 21, 2017 for $625,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 981 Main St, Sanibel, FL?

981 Main St, Sanibel, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,250 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 981 Main St, Sanibel, FL built?

981 Main St, Sanibel, FL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 981 Main St, Sanibel, FL?

981 Main 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 981 Main St, Sanibel, FL compare to other homes in Sanibel 33957?

Among the 7,142 homes in Sanibel 33957, it is worth more than 35% of them ($806,037 against a typical $951,278), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($358 against a typical $543), it is bigger than 60% of them (2,250 ft² against a typical 1,861 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2005 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 90% 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 981 Main St, Sanibel, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 981 Main St, Sanibel, FL was $7,351. The county assessed it at $500,509.

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