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5500 Merrimac Drive

SARASOTA, FL 34231

4 beds
4 baths
2,790 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$767 per sqft
1974 build
– on site

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. PRIVATE WATERFRONT PENINSULA! This property is the quintessential location for living an incredible Florida lifestyle. The home itself is unique, offering space that lends itself to anything you can imagine. With four bedrooms, some of which can be configured to other uses, and 4 full baths, this home is made for entertaining. But you may find the pièce de résistance is outside, as the oversized .61-acre lot is beautifully situated on two waterways just off Phillippi Creek. With over 400 feet of private water frontage, this property is truly your tropical oasis, quiet and peaceful, yet close to everything you need. The house itself has been continuously updated from 2017-2024. Exploring the interior, you will find a great room with a dual sided wood burning fireplace, large, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink and pot filler. With 3 bedrooms on the first floor (one en-suite), and a master suite on the 2nd floor, there is room for residents and guests alike. The balcony off the 2nd floor provides gorgeous views, morning and night, with big blue-sky views to sunrises and sunsets. Want to feel like you are on vacation every day of the year? This home is made for tropical living. It has an outdoor tiki hut with a bar and grill, 2 outdoor fire pits, 5 zone outdoor exterior low voltage automatic night lighting, a pool, spa and boat lift. Other upgrades include a new boat house in 2019, new seawall in 2023/2024, two new A/C in 2019, and septic to sewer conversion in 2018. Tucked away at the end of cul-de-sac in Phillippi Gardens, the location is ideal, While the neighbor is private and quiet, it is close to The Landings and other shopping and eatery venues, a short bike ride to Gulf beaches, and not far from the vibrant downtown of Sarasota and all its cultural and recreational offerings. You truly must see this amazing property to appreciate all it has to offer.

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Nov 12, 2024 •

MLS# A4612434 —

The Building

Year Built:

1974
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Stucco
Levels:

Two
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Building Area Total:

4133
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Carpet
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2790
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

Rte. 41/Tamiami Trail to Constitution Blvd. East on Constitution. Left on Merrimac to address.
Latitude:

27.273955
Longitude:

-82.524473
Coordinates:

-82.524473, 27.273955

The Property

Parcel Number:

0086060021
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

Cul-De-Sac
Lot Size Acres:

0.61
Lot Size Area:

26520
Lot Size SqFt:

26520
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

1/2 to less than 1
Zoning:

RSF2
Direction Faces:

Southwest
View:

Water
View:

true
Exterior Features:

Balcony
Vegetation:

Mature Landscaping
Water Source:

Public
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Flood Zone Code:

AE/x
Flood Zone Panel:

12115C0144G
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

true
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

162
Tax Legal Description:

LOT 162 PHILLIPPI GARDENS UNIT 8 OR 1006-864
Tax Book Number:

16-36
Tax Annual Amount:

5177.73

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

4
Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

4

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://pix360.com/phototour3/37474/
Special Listing Conditions:

None
Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Connected
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher
Laundry Features:

Inside

Schools

Elementary School:

Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Brookside Middle
High School:

Riverview High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

PHILLIPPI GARDENS 08
Senior Community:

false
Water View:

Canal
Water View:

true
Water Access:

Canal - Saltwater
Water Access:

true
Water Extras:

Lift
Water Body Name:

Phillippi Creek
Waterfront:

true
Waterfront Features:

Bayou
Spa:

true
Pool Private:

true
Pool Dimensions:

35X12
Pool Features:

In Ground
Pets Allowed:

Yes
Association:

false
Association Fee Requirement:

None
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Association Approval Required:

false
Additional Water Information:

On Canal just off the Phillippi Creek
Waterfront Feet Total:

403

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Dimensions:

21x20
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$2,140,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$11,459
Taxes	$431
Insurance	$588
Utilities	$188 See report
Total	$12,666/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
11/12/24 Nov 12, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$2,140,000	-4.7%
8/21/24 Aug 21, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$2,245,000	-2.2%
7/17/24 Jul 17, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$2,295,000	-4.4%

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This house located in Strathmore Riverside Villas, FL 34231 is currently for sale for $2,140,000. 5500 Merrimac Drive is a 2,790 square foot house with 4 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 201 days. 5500 Merrimac Drive is in the Strathmore Riverside Villas neighborhood of SARASOTA and has a WalkScore® of 24, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Riverview High School, and Brookside Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and COLDWELL BANKER REALTY.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2024.

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