Waterfront
Address
1987 My Tern Ct, SANIBEL, FL
Price
$ 1,199,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#2025020448
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyLee
- CitySANIBEL
- AreaHERONS LANDING
- NeighborhoodHERONS LANDINGS I
- Zip33957
- Style
- Year Built1996
- Taxes$ 11454
- Price$ 1,199,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3306
- Lot Size0.602 Acres
Data Source:
Southwest Florida MLS Datashare
Property Description
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.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Listed $1,199,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 3306 |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central Electric |
| Cooling | Central Electric |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| HOA Fee | 6812 |
| Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck |
| Architectural Style | Two Story,Single Family |
| Pool Features | Community |
| Security Features | Gated Community |
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Year Built | 1996 |
| View | Bay,Mangroves |
| Levels | 2 |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Parcel Number | 13-46-21-T2-00300.0120 |
| Waterfront Features | Bay,Mangrove |
| Community Features | Pool,Fishing,Tennis Court(s),Gated |
| County | Lee |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Beach Access,Pool,Fishing Pier,Tennis Court(s) |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | HERONS LANDINGS I |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Tennis Court(s) |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2026-08-13T21:00:44.050Z |
| City | SANIBEL |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | HERONS LANDING |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 26223 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 11454.67 |
| Ok to Lease | Buyer Finance/Cash |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/2cdfc4f2-e95b-4870-8848-c05a445eaf4e?wl=true&setAttribution=mls&initialViewType=pano |
| Freehold | IDX |
| Gulf Access | false |
| Leases Per Year | 12 |
| Unit Floor | 1 |
| Boat Access Type | None |
| Community Type | Gated |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Other |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Dining Room Features | Dining - Living |
| Elevator | None |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Screened Balcony |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Attached |
| Lot Features | Across From Waterfront |
| Water Source | Central |
| Total Parking | 3 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.602 |
| Park Name | HERONS LANDING |
| Spa | false |
| Building Area Total | 5497 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.602 |
| Frontage Type | Bay/Harbor |
| Private Pool | false |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Covered Spaces | 3 |
| Horse Y/N | false |
| Rear Exposure | SW |
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
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Year Built
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