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4947 Commonwealth Drive

SARASOTA, FL 34242

4 beds
5 baths
3,744 sqft
5,416 sqft lot
$527 per sqft
2007 build
– on site

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This 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home is the perfect place to vacation where you live. Situated on Siesta Key, this West Indies style home is a tropical retreat; and, with four en-suite bedrooms, is large enough for you and your guests. The main level boasts a soaring foyer. As you enter you will be delighted by the warmth of the refinished hard wood floor, and the light space that welcomes you home. The living room features a high ceiling, a dual sided ceiling fan and high windows flooding the room with filtered sunshine. The cozy gas fireplace makes this the perfect spot to gather with friends on a lovely cool Florida evening. The formal dining room has tray ceilings. The spacious center Island gourmet kitchen, with new gas cooktop, features slab granite counters, stainless appliances, wine cooler and a chef’s desk. Walk upstairs or take the elevator to the master suite. This space, with three walk-in closets, a wet bar, and balcony overlooking the lush back yard is a tranquil sanctuary. Imagine retreating here after a day on the world-renowned Siesta Key Beach. Luxuriate and recharge in the master bath with granite, travertine, 7 head shower, and soaking tub. Step outside and you will find the outdoors are as compelling as the inside. Beautifully designed with a large, heated swim-spa, this is the perfect place to end another gorgeous day in Paradise. Meticulously maintained, and built to high standards, this home has impact windows all around, a full house fire extinguishing system and top of the line finishes. The oversized garage has room for 2-3 cars, a work area, and offers plenty of storage. Located just minutes from the beach, the proximity to downtown Sarasota makes it easy to take advantage of all the dining, shopping, cultural and recreational offerings of the area. This unique home is an incredible find for those who want to live a distinguished Gulf Coast lifestyle!

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 5, 2025 •

MLS# A4590200 —

The Building

Year Built:

2007
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Custom
Construction Materials:

Block
Building Elevator:

true
Levels:

Three Or More
Stories Total:

3
Roof:

Tile
Foundation Details:

Slab
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Security Features:

Smoke Detector(s)
Building Area Total:

6136
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Flooring:

Carpet
Additional Rooms:

Bonus Room
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Gas

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3744
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

Siesta Drive, over north bridge/Siesta Drive to Higel Avenue South. Bear onto Midnight Pass Road. Right on Commonwealth Drive to the address.
Latitude:

27.280335
Longitude:

-82.553134
Coordinates:

-82.553134, 27.280335

The Property

Parcel Number:

0081070038
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

FloodZone
Lot Size Acres:

0.12
Lot Size Area:

5416
Lot Size SqFt:

5416
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

0 to less than 1/4
Zoning:

RSF2
Direction Faces:

Northeast
View:

Trees/Woods
View:

true
Exterior Features:

French Doors
Vegetation:

Mature Landscaping
Water Source:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Asphalt
Flood Zone Code:

AE
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

false
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2022
Tax Lot:

23
Tax Block:

21
Tax Legal Description:

LOT 23, BLK 21, SIESTA BEACH, SUBJECT TO 5 FT UTILITY EASEMENT TO SARASOTA COUNTY DESC IN ORI 2005235726
Tax Book Number:

1037-423
Tax Annual Amount:

13807.49

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

4.5
Total Baths:

5
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Connected
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Bar Fridge
Laundry Features:

Inside

Schools

Elementary School:

Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Brookside Middle
High School:

Sarasota High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

SIESTA BEACH
Senior Community:

false
Water View:

false
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Spa:

true
Spa Features:

Heated
Pool Private:

false
Association:

false
Ownership:

Fee Simple

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Dimensions:

34x23
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Boat

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Utility Costs

$182/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/10/13 Apr 10, 2013	Sold	STELLAR_MLS
5/30/08 May 30, 2008		STELLAR_MLS	$1,022,000

House Sold on 8/19/2024

$1,975,000

Listing provided by broker:

Steve Abbe

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

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Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Stellar MLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. Stellar MLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law. For any questions please call (407) 499-8911.

4947 Commonwealth Drive

SARASOTA, FL 34242