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Sarasota,FL 34231
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,790 sqft
Price per Sqft $672
Subdivision Phillippi Gardens 08
MLS Listing ID A4652628
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1974
Annual Tax Amount $5,177
Lot Size 0.610 Acres
Acres 0.61
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Stellar MLS
Property Description
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.
Location
State FL
County Sarasota
Community Phillippi Gardens 08
Area 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
Zoning RSF2
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling Fans(s)
Heating Central,Electric
Cooling Central Air,Zoned
Flooring Carpet,Vinyl
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Fireplace true
Appliance Dishwasher,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator
Laundry Inside
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony,Outdoor Kitchen,Sliding Doors
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool In Ground
Utilities Available Cable Connected,Electricity Connected
Waterfront Description Bayou,Canal - Saltwater
View Y/N Yes
Water Access Yes
Water Access Desc Canal - Saltwater
View Water
Roof Type Shingle
Attached Garage true
Garage true
Private Pool Yes
Building
Lot Description Cul-De-Sac
Entry Level Two
Foundation Slab
Lot Size Range 1/2 to less than 1
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Stucco
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle Schools Brookside Middle
High Schools Riverview High
Others
Pets Allowed Yes
Senior Community No
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Membership Fee Required None
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition None
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