$1,570,000

5500 Merrimac DrSarasota, FL 34231

  • 4 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 2,790 sqft
  • 0.61 acres
  • 245 days on market

About this home

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.

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Facts

Property type
Single Family Residence
Year built
1974
Garage spaces
2
Lot size
0.61 acres
Pool
Yes
Waterfront
Yes
Water view
Canal
Subdivision
PHILLIPPI GARDENS 08
Community
Phillippi Gardens
County
Sarasota
CDD
0
Annual taxes
$6,537 (2025)
Flood zone
AE/x
Pets
Yes
New construction
No
MLS #
A4684914

Features

Interior
Ceiling Fans(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Heating
Central, Electric
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Exterior
Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen
Pool features
In Ground
Construction
Stucco
Roof
Shingle
Lot
Cul-De-Sac
View
Water
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Elementary school
Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle school
Brookside Middle
High school
Riverview High

Location

Stellar MLS Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY. MLS # A4684914.

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