228 Violet Dr
Sanibel, FL 33957
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,883 sqft (on 0.86 acres)
3 Beds
3 Baths
3,883 sqft
(on 0.86 acres)
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2000
Lot Size
0.86 acres
Living Area
3,883 sqft
Price/Sqft
$581
Parking
Garage
HOA
None
About this House
Soak up the sun in luxury with this near-beach home paradise that sits on an oversized lot. Explore almost 3,900 sq ft of living space featuring 9’ ceilings throughout and oak plank flooring. Enjoy cooking and entertaining? This homes' wide open great room is highlighted by a real chef’s kitchen equipped with Thermador appliances, an oversized profile-edge quartz island, a butler’s pantry, French shelves, pot filler, and two-toned custom cabinetry. Off the main living space, you’ll find a screened porch, an office, a spacious den, a laundry room and guest bath. The master bedroom showcases a shiplap accent wall, and a spectacular bathroom with separate sinks, a duchess table, a glass-enclosed shower, and a large standing tub. Venture up the upstairs to the third level where two large bedrooms and family room/4th bedroom with a viewing deck share a full bathroom. Take the elevator from any level or the main staircase down to the pavered pool area where you can enjoy the newly renovated saltwater pool, wide panel screen enclosure and covered patio with tv. All this is located a few lots away from Sanibel's world-renowned beaches. Schedule your tour of this Island gem today!
228 Violet Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,883 sqft single-family home built in 2000. It last sold for $2,400,000 on Jun 14, 2024 (4% below the $2,500,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,255,100, with a rent estimate of $15,939/month.
Home Details for 228 Violet Dr
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Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3883 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Pot Filler, Range/Dbl Oven Gas, Refrigerator-Ice maker, Washer, Water Heater 2+, Water TreatmentDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: SinkMicrowaveWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Zoned 3+ CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Impact Resistant Windows, Single Hung, Sliding, Storm Window(s)Door: Impact Resistant Doors, Storm Door(s)Flooring: Tile, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility ElevatorFloors: Tile, Wood |
View Has a ViewView: Lawn/Garden |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Patio, ScreenedFoundation: Piling ConcreteHas a Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,Double Garage |
Pool Pool: PrivatePool |
Frontage Waterfront: None/Not Applicable, Near BeachNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Farm & Range Frontage Length: 107 |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 165 |
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Year Built Year Built: 2000 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence |
Building Construction Materials: Frame, Trim Vinyl |
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Price List Price: $2,500,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Sun May 19 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: SanibelCommunity: Long Acre Lake |
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Building Area Building Area: 8948 Square Feet |
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HOA Phone: 239-823-7547HOA Fee Frequency (second): AnnuallyHas an HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.86 acres |
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Listing Terms: Other |
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Mls Number: 2231116 |
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Bob C Radigan, (239) 691-6240
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Jeff Burns, (239) 464-2984
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with: OTHER OTHER, Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR, MLS#2231116

Price History for 228 Violet Dr
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 06/14/2024 | $2,400,000 | Sold | Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2231116 |
| 04/29/2024 | $2,500,000 | Pending | Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2231116 |
| 12/06/2023 | $2,500,000 | Listed For Sale | Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR #2231116 |
| 03/02/2020 | $1,669,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 01/17/2020 | $1,749,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 11/26/2019 | $1,749,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 05/28/2019 | $1,879,500 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 04/23/2019 | $1,879,500 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 01/31/2019 | $1,949,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 07/24/2014 | $910,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 07/04/2014 | $895,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 06/29/2014 | $895,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 05/08/2014 | $880,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 03/02/2014 | $880,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 02/23/2014 | $895,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 01/23/2014 | $895,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 11/23/2013 | $895,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 10/26/2013 | $995,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 01/18/2013 | $1,325,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 11/08/2012 | $1,349,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 03/16/2012 | $1,395,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 06/29/2011 | $1,425,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 06/01/2011 | $1,495,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 03/23/2007 | $1,499,500 | Sold | N/A |
| 08/06/1998 | $138,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Sanibel
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$1.02M
$140KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
92.6%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$575
$15MoM
Available listings
392
51MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $27,974 |
| Assessment | $1,945,756 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 228 Violet Dr
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.34 | Single-Family Home | $1,325,000 | 12/19/25 | 3 | 3 | 3,595 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $1,340,000 | 11/18/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,140 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $1,187,500 | 09/16/25 | 3 | 2 | 2,209 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $1,225,000 | 04/22/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,654 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $1,030,000 | 09/29/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,124 | |
0.46 | Single-Family Home | $1,050,000 | 09/29/25 | 3 | 2 | 2,167 | |
0.72 | Single-Family Home | $1,250,000 | 03/27/26 | 4 | 3 | 3,072 | |
0.65 | Single-Family Home | $1,250,000 | 05/20/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,539 | |
0.56 | Single-Family Home | $740,388 | 06/29/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,534 |
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What Locals Say about Sanibel
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84 % Say it's dog friendly
83 % Say it's quiet
81 % Say people would walk alone at night
75 % Say parking is easy
72 % Say car is needed
67 % Say there's wildlife
64 % Say yards are well-kept
64 % Say there's holiday spirit
62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
44 % Say there are community events
41 % Say there are sidewalks
27 % Say kids play outside
17 % Say streets are well-lit
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