$1,597,000
Price decreased by $88,000 on Jul 23, 2026

4 Bedrooms Single Family Detached

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,790 Sqft
  • 26,572 Sqft lot
  • Updated: July 23
  • 3
    Views for last 30 days
  • MLS#A4684914

About the Property

Live the Ultimate Florida Lifestyle in This Waterfront Paradise! Nestled in the heart of Phillippi Gardens, this extraordinary property offers the perfect blend of tranquility, luxury, and convenience. Set on an OVERSIZED .61-ACRE LOT WITH OVER 400 FEET OF PRIVATE WATER FRONTAGE. Along two serene waterways just off Phillippi Creek, this home is a true tropical oasis-peaceful and secluded, yet minu
Live the Ultimate Florida Lifestyle in This Waterfront Paradise! Nestled in the heart of Phillippi Gardens, this extraordinary property offers the perfect blend of tranquility, luxury, and convenience. Set on an OVERSIZED .61-ACRE LOT WITH OVER 400 FEET OF PRIVATE WATER FRONTAGE. Along two serene waterways just off Phillippi Creek, this home is a true tropical oasis-peaceful and secluded, yet minutes from everything Sarasota has to offer. Inside, the residence showcases a flexible layout with FOUR SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, some easily adaptable for office, studio, or guest use, and FOUR FULL BATHROOMS making it ideal for hosting loved ones and guests. The interior has been thoughtfully updated from 2017 through 2024 blending modern comfort with timeless charm. Interior Highlights Include: An expansive great room with a DUAL-SIDED WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE, a gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink and pot filler. Three bedrooms on the main level, including one en-suite, and a second-floor master suite with a PRIVATE BALCONY OFFERING BREATHTAKING SUNRISE AND SUNSET VIEWS. Step outside and feel like you’re on vacation every day. The lush, tropical grounds are packed with resort-style amenities: Tiki hut with a full bar and grill, two fire pits, five-zone low-voltage night lighting creating a magical evening ambiance, heated pool and spa, boat lift, a new boathouse (2019) and new seawall (2023/2024). Additional Upgrades: Two new A/C units (2019), septic-to-sewer conversion (2018). Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this home offers privacy without sacrificing accessibility. You’re just a short bike ride to the Gulf beaches, near The Landings for shopping and dining, and minutes from downtown Sarasota’s vibrant arts and culture scene.
  • Property type

    House

  • Year built

    1974

  • Price/sqft

    $572

Features

  • Pool
  • Garage
  • Waterfront
  • Fireplace
  • Oceanfront
  • Elevator
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Office
Features

Lot

  • Waterfront
  • Privacy
  • Oceanfront

Indoor

  • Office
  • Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bar
  • Elevator

Outdoor

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5500 Merrimac Drive, Sarasota, FL 34231, Florida, United States View on Google Maps
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Coldwell Banker Realty - Longboat Key
Coldwell Banker Realty - Longboat Key
443 John Ringling Blvd. Ste. F, 34236, Longboat Key, Florida, United States
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