This Elevated FEMA conforming home was NOT impacted by recent storm activity. And now, this waterfront estate is available below appraisal. It was designed and built in excess of code due to the original builder’s prescience and an abundance of caution. If you want to live on the beautiful shores of Sarasota Bay but desire the security of an elevated concrete structure on deep pilings, then this might be the place for you. The location is what makes Villa di Amore so special. Come and see for yourself how to escape the lower elevations, crowds and traffic on the barrier islands but still be on Sarasota Bay just minutes to all the amenities our vibrant community has to offer, by land or sea! 270-degree views of open water extend for miles taking in Lido and Longboat Key. You can even see New Pass which leads to the Gulf of Mexico just minutes away by water. This home has a great room with a soaring 24-foot ceiling allowing light to stream in from all angles through tall windows with high transoms creating almost complete walls of glass. The “caterers” kitchen includes twin Dacor four-burner gas ranges with a stainless vent hood, two warming drawers, two KitchenAid dishwashers and a French door Sub-Zero 650 refrigerator and freezer. The kitchen overlooks a combination dining & family room which shares unobstructed bay views and opens to a large terrace for indoor/outdoor living. An elevator serves all levels and leads to the 2,200 square foot Owner's suite complete with a sitting room, fireplace, bayfront balcony, his & her walk in closets and a resort quality bath with a walk-in rain-shower and separate pedestal tub. Two additional bedrooms, mirroring the first-floor west wing and a 200-bottle temperature-controlled wine room are also on the second level. Outdoors, there is a newer pool with a unique, grotto styled lounging shelf and gas heated spa. This area is perfect for all day entertaining with a custom designed, live edge, wood bar. There is a private, bayfront dock providing easy access to every waterfront dining venue in town, the Dry Dock and Shore on Longboat Key, Marina Jacks in downtown Sarasota or even the salty vibes of Cortez Village. All of these are within easy reach and no fixed bridges allows for sailboats and variety of other watercraft. Villa di Amore, with almost 7,000 square feet of living area also has 2,300 square feet of elegant terraces, a 4-car garage and all the recreational amenities you need for a full Florida lifestyle in this highly desirable Sarasota neighborhood. Live here amidst Sarasota's most significant cultural & educational institutions and you're only 2 miles north of downtown Sarasota, a 12-minute drive to St. Armands Circle and the beaches of Lido and Longboat Key and an equal distance to University Parkway anchored on the west by SRQ International Airport and the UTC shopping district and I75 on the east.
Listing Courtesy of STELLAR / Coldwell Banker Realty / David Jennings
$4,500,000
Sarasota Area Single Family Home
Active
3301 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34234
3 Bed
3 Baths
2703 sqft
MLS# A4613341
Exotic and extremely private bay front property on the market for the first time in 40 years. In fact, this is only the third time it’s been available in 100 years. Travel back in time to find ancient oaks and large palms, Banyans, and cedars. It’s an idyllic paradise reminding us of why people have come to these shores for millennia. Even the beachfront appears unadulterated as do several others along Sarasota’s north shore. Although this is direct waterfront, most of the land is not in the flood zone creating many possibilities for new structures on or near grade. What is most unique is the 444-foot lot depth. This is almost 4 times that of other bayfront parcels being redeveloped in the area. This extreme distance provides complete privacy from Bay Shore Road and with each adjacent property a multi-acre estate, the feeling of spaciousness and seclusion is complete. Leave the world behind on the long, winding shell drive through tree canopy and lush vegetation. At “the end of the road” is the original homesite on a small bluff directly on and overlooking Sarasota Bay. Your views are of Longboat and Lido Key and out New Pass to the Gulf of Mexico. Looking south you see our bustling little city of Sarasota and the John Ringling Bridge. Enjoy sea breezes in the afternoon and sunsets all year round. The original home on property evokes a bygone era but land values, building codes and FEMA regulations point toward new construction. A parcel like this is an architects dream providing the size necessary to create what anyone might want, elevation allowing cascading terraces down to the waterfront and multiple, potential “footprints” for accessory dwellings, accessory structures and more. Bay Shore Road has become an eclectic location for the grandest homes in Sarasota. This has led to sales over 10 million dollars and have exceeded 15 million. But you could not put a price on the most spectacular neighbor, Ca’ d Zan. John Ringling’s gilded Venetian palace anchors the neighborhood to the north and downtown Sarasota is just 2 miles south. Other nearby cultural & educational institutions include the Ringling Museum of Art, the Asolo Theater of Performing Arts, the Sarasota Ballet, the Ringling College of Art & Design and our newest amenity, The Bay Park Conservancy redeveloping 53 acres of City waterfront into a world class public park.
Listing Courtesy of STELLAR / Coldwell Banker Realty / David Jennings
$1,999,000
Sarasota Area Single Family Home
Active
941 Virginia Drive Sarasota, FL 34234
6 Bed
5 Baths
3492 sqft
MLS# A4619779
Move in Ready and not impacted by recent storms. Looking for a beautiful, vintage home in the Indian Beach neighborhood one block from a Sarasota Bayfront park? What if that home came with established, lucrative rental units providing built-in income? This opportunity might have it all for someone seeking a live/work situation in a highly desirable location. Historic charm abounds with stone porches, arched doorways, interior cypress panelling, beamed ceilings and a cozy fireplace. Yet, the amenities are updated and modern including stainless appliances, granite countertops and newer fixtures. The current floor plan allows for the owner's two bed, one & one half bath residence including an office, utility and private back yard retreat. There is also a two bed, one bath In-Law suite referred to as romantic and pristine in customer reviews. This idyllic getaway has a private, heated pool and tropical lanai. In addition, you'll find a one bed, one bath accessory dwelling unit with its own private pool and spa. Recently, a fully permitted additional bed/bath garage conversion was added to increase the potential of this opportunity. Each unit is spacious and distinctly seperate from the other allowing maximum privacy. Few details have been overlooked in this renovated ranch on a large corner parcel recognized by the City as multi-family. This property is nestled among the city's most significant cultural and educational institutions. Just two miles north of downtown and a short jaunt over the John Ringling Bridge to the beaches of Lido and Longboat Key.
Listing Courtesy of STELLAR / Coldwell Banker Realty / David Jennings
$1,275,000
Sarasota Area Single Family Home
Active
470 Acacia Drive Sarasota, FL 34234
3 Bed
3 Baths
2188 sqft
MLS# A4615635
Move in Ready and not impacted by recent storms. Quintessential Sapphire Shores Ranch! This three-bedroom, three bath, pool home is west of Bay Shore Road and just a short stroll to Sun Circle Park on the shores of Sarasota Bay. What does “quintessential” mean? This is a spacious, block home “on grade” but NOT in the flood zone. No stairs anywhere! “On grade” means you can go from your living room to your rear porch to your pool deck and stay on one level. Did we mention NOT in a flood zone, yet only a half block to a neighborhood park on Sarasota Bay? What does “quintessential” mean? This property sits on two originally platted lots making it one of the larger parcels in the neighborhood. It’s almost a half-acre with long sight lines in every direction and room for guest parking, boat storage, gardening, a future accessory structure or to just enjoy “space” and privacy from nearby homes. What does “quintessential” mean? The two primary bedrooms function as en-suites and a split plan puts the third bedroom on the opposite side of the house creating degrees of separation for what has been used as an office with a private entry. If you don’t need a home office, your guests may appreciate being able to come and go with independence. What does “quintessential” mean? All this space and you will still find an oversized garage with room for an elaborate workshop or plenty of storage. Impact resistant windows throughout and recently updated AC system. Chic, plank tile floors for the Florida vibe, an updated kitchen with marble counters, a breakfast bar and complete stainless steel appliance package. A wood burning fireplace made current with spectacular tilework and crown molding, some of it original plasterwork from the 1950s’. What does “quintessential” mean? You will find as much living space outside as there is inside. Large paver patios and a spacious pool surround are anchored by a rear porch sheltered with a beamed ceiling. Of course, the pool has been upgraded to be chlorine free and the yard has multiple irrigation zones fed by a deepwater well. Sapphire Shores is a unique neighborhood within Sarasota made up of Ringling Era Mediterranean Manses, unique mid-century ranches and new, luxury home development. The features and benefits of this location are unparalleled on the Gulf Coast of Florida. What does “quintessential” mean? Live here and your neighbors will include the John & Mabel Ringling Museum of Art, the Asolo Theater of Performing Arts, the Sarasota Ballet, New College of Florida, and the University of South Florida. Live here amidst Sarasota's most significant cultural & educational institutions and you're only 2 miles north of downtown Sarasota, a 12-minute drive to St. Armands Circle and the beaches of Lido and Longboat Key and an equal distance to University Parkway anchored on the west by SRQ International Airport and the UTC shopping district and I75 on the east.
Listing Courtesy of STELLAR / Coldwell Banker Realty / David Jennings
$945,000
Sarasota Area Single Family Home
Active
1155 Tahiti Parkway Sarasota, FL 34236
3 Bed
2 Baths
1686 sqft
MLS# A4632493
Wonderfully updated, 3 bed 2 bath ranch home in Tahiti Park, an “old Florida” enclave of homes one mile north of downtown Sarasota and adjacent to Centennial Park and The Bay Conservancy, Sarasota’s developing 53-acre bayfront park. You will feel like you’re walking into a new home with most of the work completed in 2022 and 2023. This includes a new roof, impact resistant windows, reinforced stucco siding, flooring throughout, kitchen, baths and more! The screened front porch looks over the spacious, serene front yard shaded by ancient oaks. A tranquil setting just minutes from all the amenities Sarasota has to offer. Inside, the open plan is light and bright with high ceilings, transom windows and ultra smooth walls (no texture!). The kitchen and dining area are anchored by a large island big enough for a party of 6. Engineered hardwood flooring and recycled glass counters unite this space in complete harmony. The owner’s suite has 4 closets (!) and a luxuriously updated bath with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. The two additional bedrooms share a bath with a zero-threshold shower. The 3rd bedroom has a private entrance and access to the laundry room allowing guests and visitors to come and go privately or a perfect spot for a home office. The front porch and patio will be where to watch the sunset, but you’ll also find two back yard, paver patios providing additional areas to enjoy the mature landscaping and the privacy of a completely fenced yard. A rear load garage is accessed by Lowe Lane, a private road used only by 5 homeowners. If you long to be in downtown Sarasota but condo living is not your thing you must look at this opportunity available turnkey immediately. This property is NOT in a flood zone and survived the 2024 season with flying colors!
Listing Courtesy of STELLAR / Coldwell Banker Realty / David Jennings
$675,000
Nokomis Area Single Family Home
Active
651 Percheron Circle Nokomis, FL 34275
3 Bed
2 Baths
1957 sqft
MLS# A4616122
Move in Ready and not impacted by recent storms. Three bed, two bath, split plan home in Mission Valley Estates. This well-built ranch house sits on over an acre of land with no deed restrictions. Bring the boat or RV because there will be plenty of room for both. These properties are also zoned for horses and other animals adding to the possibilities. This maintains a rural feel when you are just minutes to some of Sarasota County’s most significant amenities. The current owners feel as if they live next to a bird sanctuary and enjoy photographing the many species which come to visit. There is also a lake providing more natural views and an opportunity to kayak & fish right from your own yard. Inside, you’ll find a great room and open plan. The updated kitchen has quartz counters, an island for prep and casual dining, stainless appliances and natural wood, shaker style cabinets. This is all overlooking the adjacent dining room and “sunken” great room with beamed ceilings. Large gatherings can spill out on to the rear, screened in porch with views of the water and backyard. The principal bedroom, with an en-suite bath, also opens to the rear porch kept cool by multiple ceiling fans. On the other side of the house, you’ll find two traditional bedrooms sharing a bath. The split plan creates degrees of separation and one of these bedrooms has been a quiet, home office for many years. There is a spacious, two car garage and plenty of surface parking with a long, circular driveway. Mission Valley Estates, while retaining a rural feel is just minutes from shopping, the new Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice Campus and I75. Nearby recreational amenities include the paved, multi-use Legacy Trail, Nokomis Beach, boat ramps into the Intercoastal Waterway and Oscar Scherer State Park. All schools are nearby including the nationally ranked (2-12) Pine View School for the Gifted.
Listing Courtesy of STELLAR / Coldwell Banker Realty / David Jennings
$280,000
Sarasota Area Condominium
Active
4873 Village Gardens Drive 191 Sarasota, FL 34234
2 Bed
2 Baths
1254 sqft
MLS# A4627785
Move in Ready and not impacted by recent storms. Village Gardens is a beautiful, park like setting with a stunning tree canopy and recreational facilities including a heated pool, pickle ball & tennis courts and a clubhouse with activities. Conveniently located just north of downtown Sarasota and near the University Parkway corridor providing quick access to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, UTC Mall and I75. Live here and you will also be near cultural & educational institutions like the Ringling Museum of Art & Design, Asolo Theatre of Performing Arts, the Sarasota Ballet, Ringling College of Art and Design and USF! This is a rare opportunity to own the “Palm” model with a fully enclosed Florida room making it one of the larger homes in the community. Another important upgrade is a complete set of impact resistant, insulated, “hurricane” windows. These were custom made including the clerestory windows in the great room which has a vaulted ceiling. There is a tiled front porch big enough to visit with neighbors, a foyer entry and a large eat in kitchen. The chefs among us will appreciate the natural gas range and the moveable, butcher block island. A colorful, tiled backsplash adds some whimsey. Floors throughout are a combination of an oak laminate and ceramic tile. The primary bedroom is an en-suite with a walk-in closet, low threshold shower and direct access to the Florida room. The second bedroom is currently set up with a Murphy bed and the bath has a tub for those wanting a soak. The Palm model also has an interior utility room with storage cabinets, a washer, and a dryer. Out back you’ll find a cozy paver patio with a walkway leading around to the carport. The long views are of the lush, well-maintained grounds which retain a very natural look and feel. This property is being sold with contents as pictured. Move right in!
Two bed, two bath Palm model with an enclosed Florida room providing 1,262 square feet of air conditioned living space. This is a favored floor plan in Village Gardens because it has a great room, open plan with a vaulted ceiling and clerestory windows. This creates a feeling of light, bright spaciousness. And having the Florida room brought under air also brings the utility room (large enough for generous storage) inside. In addition, 4859 Village Gardens is a “back of property” unit with views of green space which might make you feel you are on the edge of a forest rather than looking over neighboring patios. The privacy of being on the end of a cul de sac, looking up and into tree canopy is unsurpassed in this community. But the most unique thing about this property is originality. This lightly lived in condo remains “un-remuddled” and looks much like it did in the early 1980’s. Would you believe it is looking chic, once again? Seeing an unadulterated unit reminds us how truly progressive the original developers were in their contemporary use of built in’s, finishes and floor plans. If 1982 is not your style, then take comfort in the fact you will not be undoing the “modernization” of others. Consider this one a “blank slate” to make your own. Village Gardens is a beautiful, park like setting with a stunning tree canopy and recreational facilities including a heated pool, pickle ball & tennis courts and a clubhouse with activities. Conveniently located just north of downtown Sarasota and near the University Parkway corridor providing quick access to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, UTC Mall and I75. Live here and you will also be near cultural & educational institutions like the Ringling Museum of Art & Design, Asolo Theatre of Performing Arts, the Sarasota Ballet, Ringling College of Art and Design and USF!