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5500 MERRIMAC DRIVE, Sarasota, FL, 34231 | $1,685,000
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.
Features
- Rooms: 8
- Bedrooms: 4
- Baths: 4 full
- Laundry: Inside
- Year Built: 1974
- Garage: 2-car
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
- Approx Sq. Feet: 2,790
- Acreage: 0.61
- Est. Taxes: $6,537
- Lot Desc: Cul-De-Sac
- View: Water
- Water Front: Yes
- Elem. School: Phillippi Shores Elementary
- Middle School: Brookside Middle
- High School: Riverview High
- Pool: In Ground
- Pet Policy: Yes
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- MLS#: A4684914
- Days on Market: 49 days
- Website: https://www.raveis.com
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Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty Phone: 941-383-6411
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5500 MERRIMAC DRIVE, Sarasota, FL, 34231
$1,685,000
Customer Service
William Raveis Real Estate
Phone: 888.699.8876
Contact@raveis.com
Melissa Cohn
RVP, Mortgage Banker
William Raveis Mortgage, LLC
Phone: 917.838.7300
Melissa.Cohn@raveis.com
NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator ID 16953
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5/6 (30 Yr) Adjustable Rate Jumbo* |
30 Year Fixed-Rate Jumbo |
15 Year Fixed-Rate Jumbo |
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| Loan Amount | $1,348,000 | $1,348,000 | $1,348,000 |
| Term | 360 months | 360 months | 180 months |
| Initial Interest Rate** | 5.875% | 6.125% | 6.000% |
| Interest Rate based on Index + Margin | 8.125% | ||
| Annual Percentage Rate | 6.312% | 6.235% | 6.203% |
| Monthly Tax Payment | $545 | $545 | $545 |
| H/O Insurance Payment | $125 | $125 | $125 |
| Initial Principal & Interest Pmt | $7,974 | $8,191 | $11,375 |
| Total Monthly Payment | $8,644 | $8,861 | $12,045 |
* 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.
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