5500 Merrimac Drive, Sarasota, FL 34231

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

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List Price
$1,597,000
Status
Active
Days on Market
147
Price Change
▼ $88,000 1784777225
MLS#
A4684914
Property Style
Single Family
Year Built
1974
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Living Area
2,790
Price per sq. ft.
572.4
Lot Size
26,520
Acres
0.61
Total Acreage
1/2 to less than 1
Legal Subdivision Name
Phillippi Gardens 08
Community Name
Phillippi Gardens
MLS Area Major
Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch

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

Taxes
$6536
Minimum Lease Period
1 Month
Location
Cul-De-Sac
Community Features
No Deed Restriction
Property Description
Two Story
Zoning
RSF2
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans(s)
Floor
Carpet, Vinyl
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Heating
Central, Electric
Air Conditioning
Central Air, Zoned
Fireplace Description
Wood Burning
Exterior Construction
Stucco
Exterior Features
Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Sliding Doors
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Pool
Private
Pool Type
In Ground
Garage Carport
2 Car Garage
Garage Spaces
2
Garage Dimensions
21x20
Elementary School
Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle School
Brookside Middle
High School
Riverview High
Water Name
Phillippi Creek
Water Extras
Lift
Water View
Canal
Water Access
Canal - Saltwater
Water Frontage
Bayou, Canal - Saltwater
Pets
Allowed
Flood Zone Code
AE/x
Parcel ID
0086060021
Legal Description
LOT 162 PHILLIPPI GARDENS UNIT 8 OR 1006-864

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

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