$1,500,000

1280 Dolphin Bay Way #504Sarasota, FL 34242

  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,840 sqft
  • 0 acres
  • 229 days on market

About this home

At the pinnacle of an intimate, gated community on world-renowned Siesta Key, this penthouse condominium offers a rare opportunity to enjoy sweeping bayfront living with breathtaking views stretching across the water to the skyline of Sarasota. Offered turnkey furnished, this beautifully maintained residence is ready for immediate enjoyment, whether as a full-time home or a luxurious island retreat. Inside, vaulted ceilings and tile floors enhance the light-filled interior, while plantation shutters add timeless coastal elegance throughout. The thoughtfully designed layout features two bedrooms with walk-in closets and two baths, including an oversized primary suite that provides a spacious and relaxing retreat. Near the dining area is a private den with sleeper sofa for extra guests. The kitchen features white wood cabinets with solid surface countertops and eat-in dining space. A wet bar just off the kitchen can be used as a dedicated coffee station or wine bar. The sunroom extends the living area, inviting you to unwind while enjoying spectacular sunset views over the bay. Go outside to enjoy one of the two covered front patios, ideal for morning coffee or evening breezes. The residence also includes the convenience of a private single-car garage, a desirable feature for island living. With only 50 residences, this gated waterfront community offers a rare sense of privacy and exclusivity. Residents enjoy an exceptional collection of amenities, including a resort-style pool and spa, three desired Har-Tru tennis courts, fitness center and community grilling area, all supporting the vibrant and social lifestyle the community is known for. The day dock and kayak launch provide direct access to the bay for fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, or simply docking and enjoying the waterfront setting. Experience the best of Siesta Key penthouse living, where panoramic bay views, resort-style amenities and an active waterfront lifestyle come together in one extraordinary residence.

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Facts

Property type
Condominium
Year built
1998
Stories
5
Garage spaces
1
Pool
No
Waterfront
Yes
Water view
Bay/Harbor - Full
Subdivision
DOLPHIN BAY-SIESTA KEY SEC A
Community
Dolphin Bay-Siesta Key
County
Sarasota
CDD
0
Annual taxes
$11,483 (2025)
Flood zone
AE
Pets
Yes
New construction
No
MLS #
A4686981

Features

Interior
Elevator, High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Heating
Central, Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior
Tennis Court(s)
Patio & porch
Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch
Pool features
Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Outside Bath Access, Salt Water
Parking
Circular Driveway, Covered, Garage Door Opener, On Street, Basement
Construction
Block, Stucco
Roof
Built-Up
Lot
Cul-De-Sac, Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County, Private
View
Water
Community features
Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Pool, Sidewalks, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s)
Association amenities
Clubhouse, Elevators, Gated, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
HOA fee includes
Pool, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Security, Sewer, Trash, Water
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Elementary school
Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle school
Brookside Middle
High school
Sarasota High

Location

Stellar MLS Listing courtesy of PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY. MLS # A4686981.

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