5500 Merrimac Drive Sarasota, FL 34231 - PHILLIPPI CREEK
For Sale MLS# A4652628
4 beds 4 baths 2,790 sq ft Single Family
Details for 5500 Merrimac Drive
MLS# A4652628
Description for 5500 Merrimac Drive, Sarasota, FL, 34231 - PHILLIPPI CREEK
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. 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.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Lot Size: 0.61 Acres
Square Feet: 2,790 sq ft
Year Built: 1974
Garage: Yes
Stories: 2 Story
Construction: Stucco
Subdivision: Phillippi Gardens 08
Foundation: Slab
County: Sarasota
School Information
Elementary: Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle: Brookside Middle
High: Riverview High
Room Information
Main Floor
Kitchen: 13.9x11.5
Porch: 24x30.9
Laundry: 8.11x9
Bedroom 4: 12.3x16.11
Bedroom 3: 12x16.6
Bedroom 2: 11.9x16.5
Great Room: 28.6x23.1
Upper Floor
Primary Bedroom: 15.1x14.8
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 4
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Inside
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl
Fireplaces: Wood Burning
Additional Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Connected,Electricity Connected
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Heating: Electric, Central
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Roof: Shingle
Pool: In Ground
Lot View: Canal,Water
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Balcony, Landscaped, Cul-de-Sac
Waterfront Details
Standard Water Body: PHILLIPPI CREEK
Water Front Features: Bayou, Canal Access
Driving Directions
Rte. 41/Tamiami Trail to Constitution Blvd. East on Constitution. Left on Merrimac to address.
Financial Considerations
Terms: Cash,Conventional
Tax/Property ID: 0086060021
Tax Amount: 5177.73
Tax Year: 2023
A broker reciprocity listing courtesy: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
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