5500 Merrimac Drive, South Sarasota, FL 34231

$1,597,000
4
BD
4
BA
2,790
SqFt

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List Price
$1,597,000
Price Change
▼ $88,000 1784777225
MLS#
A4684914
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Sq. Ft
2,790
Lot Size
26,520
Subtype
Single Family
County
Sarasota
Community
No Deed Restriction
Subdivision
Phillippi Gardens
Region
Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
Year Built
1974

Property Description

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.

Additional Information

Heating
Central, Electric
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Roof
Shingle
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Boatable Water
Water View
Yes
Water Access
Yes
Exterior Features
Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Sliding Doors
Fireplace
Yes
Construction
Stucco
Living Area
2,790
Pool
Yes
Elementary School
Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle School
Brookside Middle
High School
Riverview High
Pets Allowed
Yes

Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY. Contact: 941-383-6411

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