1987 My Tern Court Sanibel, FL 33957
For Sale MLS# 2025020448
3 beds 3 baths 3,306 sq ft Single Family
Details for 1987 My Tern Court
MLS# 2025020448
Description for 1987 My Tern Court, Sanibel, FL, 33957
What makes one waterfront home more desirable than another? Sometimes it isn't square footage or trendy features. It's how it was built. It's how it lives. It's what surrounds it. This home checks all three boxes. Originally designed by a Scottish architect whose career included designing hurricane-resistant buildings in Jamaica, every major decision was made with longevity in mind rather than minimum code requirements, incorporating engineering and structural features that exceeded the standards of its day. A concrete first level, interior concrete structural walls, hip roof construction with double hurricane straps, and numerous storm protection upgrades quietly reflect a philosophy that valued resilience long before it became a priority for coastal buyers. Equally uncommon is the floor plan. Unlike many island homes designed primarily for vacations, this residence functions as a true home. Spacious rooms, practical storage, dedicated office space, built-in cabinetry, and comfortable living areas make everyday life easy without sacrificing warmth or character. Then there's the view. Clam Bayou isn't simply waterfront, it is protected waterfront. Looking across mangroves instead of rooftops creates a level of privacy that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. The changing tides, spectacular sunsets, and daily parade of shorebirds provide scenery that no architect could ever design.Outside your door, Herons Landing offers a lifestyle that few communities can match: gated privacy, deeded beach access, a community dock and kayak launch, fishing pier, tennis courts, and pool. And perhaps the biggest surprise? The owners are asking approximately what they paid for the home more than two decades ago. In today's market, that's almost unheard of.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Lot Size: 0.60 Acres
Square Feet: 3,306 sq ft
Year Built: 1996
Garage: Yes
Stories: 2 Story
Construction: Stucco
Subdivision: Herons Landings I
Foundation: Raised
Furnished: Yes
County: Lee
Days On Market: 226
Construction Status: Resale
Room Information
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 1
Interior Features
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet,Tile
Doors/Windows: Sliding
Additional Interior Features: Living/Dining Room, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Other, Dual Sinks
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Available
Cooling: Electric, Central Air
Heating: Central, Electric
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Description: Attached, Garage, Two Spaces
Roof: Metal
Pool: Community
Lot View: Bay,Mangroves
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Other, Deck, Shutters Electric, Balcony, Screened, Deck
Waterfront Details
Water Front Features: Across the Road Water Frontage, Bayfront, Mangrove
Community Features
Community Features: Gated
Association Amenities: Pool, Tennis Court(s), Pier, Beach Rights, Other, Beach Access
HOA Dues Include: Other, Association Management, Recreation Facilities
Homeowners Association: Yes
Financial Considerations
Terms: All Financing Considered,Cash
Tax/Property ID: 13-46-21-T2-00300.0120
Tax Amount: 11454.67
Tax Year: 2024
A broker reciprocity listing courtesy: Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 1987 My Tern Court
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