5500 Merrimac Drive, Sarasota, FL 34231

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5500 Merrimac Drive,Sarasota, FL 34231
$1,770,000
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  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,790 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: steve abbe, shannon rocha
Office: coldwell banker realty
MLS#:A4652628
Source:MFRMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$1,770,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$428.26

About this home

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. 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

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Home facts

  • Year built:1974
  • Listing ID #:A4652628
  • Added:199 day(s) ago
  • Updated:December 02, 2025 at 12:51 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:4
  • Living area:2,790 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating:Central, Electric

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Shingle
  • Year built:1974
  • Building area:2,790 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.61 Acres

Schools

  • High school:Riverview High
  • Middle school:Brookside Middle
  • Elementary school:Phillippi Shores Elementary

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,770,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$428.26
  • Tax amount:$5,178 (2023)
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