5500 Merrimac Drive, South Sarasota, FL 34231
- $1,597,000
- 4
- BD
- 4
- BA
- 2,790
- SqFt
- List Price
- $1,597,000
- Status
- ACTIVE
- MLS#
- A4684914
- Price Change
- ▼ $88,000 1784777225
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Living Area
- 2,790
- Subdivision
- Phillippi Gardens
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
- Year Built
- 1974
- Construction
- Stucco
- Living Area
- 2,790
- Acres
- 0.61
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Garage Description
- 2 Car Garage
- Exterior Features
- Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Sliding Doors
- View
- Water
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Waterfront Description
- Bayou, Canal - Saltwater
- Water
- Boatable Water
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Pool Description
- In Ground
- Pets
- Yes
Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY.
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