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4 Beds
4 Baths
2,790 sqft

$1,597,000

5500 MERRIMAC DR, SARASOTA FL, 34231

Price per sqft$572.40
Built in1974
Property size2,790 sqft
Property typeResidential
Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, Steve Abbe  Listing Contact: 941-383-6411

Overview

Active

Listed Mar 4, 2026

Updated Jul 23

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.

$10,625/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $1,597,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
A4684914

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.61 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$6,537
Tax Frequency
Annually
Association Fee Frequency
Monthly
Garage
Yes
View
Yes
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pool
Yes
Waterfront
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No

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