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PRICE $1,875,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 4
BATHS 4
HOME SIZE 2,790 sqft
LOT SIZE 26,572 sqft

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. 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.

DAYS ON MARKET 164 LAST UPDATED 10/13/2025
TRACT PHILLIPPI GARDENS 08 YEAR BUILT 1974
COMMUNITY 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch GARAGE SPACES 2.0
COUNTY Sarasota STATUS Active
PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
Elementary School Phillippi Shores Elementary
Jr. High School Brookside Middle
High School Riverview High

PRICE HISTORY
Prior to Jul 15, '25 $1,970,000
Jul 15, '25 - Today $1,875,000


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air, Zoned
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
AREA 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
CONSTRUCTION Stucco
EXTERIOR Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Yes
HEAT Central, Electric
LOT 0.61 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Cul-de-sac, Waterfront
PARKING Attached
POOL Yes
POOL DESCRIPTION In Ground, Private
SEWER Public Sewer
STORIES 2
SUBDIVISION PHILLIPPI GARDENS 08
TAXES 5177.73
UTILITIES Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Canal, Water
WATER Public
WATER ACCESS PHILLIPPI CREEK
WATERFRONT Yes
WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION Canal Front
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