1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE, Sarasota, FL, 34231 | $1,099,000

Welcome to 1849 Baywood Drive in Sarasota, Florida 34231 Situated on a . 26-acre lot with an impressive 92-foot seawall, this cleared and ready-to-build property offers direct canal access to little Sarasota bay with no fixed bridges and just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico. The property is also walking distance to Siesta Key Beach, consistently ranked as America’s #1 beach, celebrated for its powdery white quartz sand and turquoise water. Whether you’re an avid boater, fisherman, or simply love being near the water, this property is your gateway to the quintessential Florida lifestyle.

Imagine stepping out of your custom-built home and cruising through the open waters of Sarasota Bay in minutes, or exploring the turquoise waters near Midnight Pass, less than ten minutes away by boat. Living on a deep-water canal offers year-round enjoyment, from sunrise paddle boarding and kayaking to evening fishing and dolphin watching right from your own backyard. Local marine life includes snook, redfish, tarpon, mangrove snapper, and even gentle manatees that frequent these calm channels.

This highly desirable area of Sarasota has county-approved residential construction, saving you time and streamlining the path to building your custom coastal retreat. Custom builders in the area are well-versed in designing elevated, contemporary, and Key West–inspired homes to complement the waterfront setting—perfect for showcasing panoramic canal views and breathtaking sunsets.

Enjoy proximity to some of Sarasota’s finest amenities. Just 15 minutes to vibrant downtown Sarasota, residents can savor world-class dining, cultural attractions, and entertainment venues like The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and St. Armands Circle.

From tranquil canal living to convenient access to Sarasota’s cultural and coastal attractions, 1849 Baywood Drive presents a rare opportunity to design your dream home and live the ultimate Gulf Coast lifestyle in one of Florida’s most prestigious waterfront neighborhoods.

Features

  • Lot Size: 92 x 127 x 111 x 90
  • View: Water
  • Elem. School: Gulf Gate Elementary
  • Middle School: Brookside Middle
  • High School: Riverview High
  • MLS#: C7509071
  • Days on Market: 239 days
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1849 BAYWOOD DRIVE, Sarasota, FL, 34231

$1,099,000

Karen Campagna

Luxury Properties Specialist

William Raveis Real Estate

Phone: 860.559.4259

Karen.Campagna@raveis.com

Russell Baboff

VP, Mortgage Banker

William Raveis Mortgage, LLC

Phone: 860.463.1745

Russell.Baboff@raveis.com

NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator ID 1014636

5/6 (30 Yr)
Adjustable Rate Jumbo*
30 Year
Fixed-Rate Jumbo
15 Year
Fixed-Rate Jumbo
Loan Amount $879,200 $879,200 $879,200
Term 360 months 360 months 180 months
Initial Interest Rate** 5.500% 6.000% 5.750%
Interest Rate based on Index + Margin 8.125%
Annual Percentage Rate 6.241% 6.110% 5.972%
Monthly Tax Payment N/A N/A N/A
H/O Insurance Payment $125 $125 $125
Initial Principal & Interest Pmt $4,992 $5,271 $7,301
Total Monthly Payment $5,117 $5,396 $7,426

* The Initial Interest Rate and Initial Principal & Interest Payment are fixed for the first and adjust every six months thereafter for the remainder of the loan term. The Interest Rate and annual percentage rate may increase after consummation. The Index for this product is the SOFR. The margin for this adjustable rate mortgage may vary with your unique credit history, and terms of your loan.

** Mortgage Rates are subject to change, loan amount and product restrictions and may not be available for your specific transaction at commitment or closing. Rates, and the margin for adjustable rate mortgages [if applicable], are subject to change without prior notice.

The rates and Annual Percentage Rate (APR) cited above may be only samples for the purpose of calculating payments and are based upon the following assumptions: minimum credit score of 740, 20% down payment (e.g. $20,000 down on a $100,000 purchase price), $1,950 in finance charges, and 30 days prepaid interest, 1 point, 30 day rate lock. The rates and APR will vary depending upon your unique credit history and the terms of your loan, e.g. the actual down payment percentages, points and fees for your transaction. Property taxes and homeowner's insurance are estimates and subject to change.