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  • $2,295,000

    3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34240

    4beds
    5,426sqft
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    $14,345/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2006
    0.64 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $423/sqft
    $499/mo HOA

    What's special

    Peaceful lake viewsDramatic waterfall islandPrivate officeBonus roomQuartz countertopsFlexible safe roomCustom millwork
    Welcome to The Founders Club, one of Sarasota's most prestigious private golf communities. Perfectly positioned on an exceptionally private ½-acre homesite with tranquil lake and preserve views, this custom Lee Wetherington estate offers an extraordinary blend of timeless elegance, refined craftsmanship, and effortless Florida living. Spanning over 5,400 square feet, this residence features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a private office, bonus room, and flexible safe room. Grand living spaces with soaring ceilings, solid-core doors, custom millwork, and impact-rated doors and windows create an exceptional sense of quality, while walls of glass seamlessly connect the sophisticated interiors to the breathtaking natural surroundings. The heart of the home is a beautifully renovated chef's kitchen, appointed with premium appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a dramatic waterfall island, and an open design ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The adjoining family room and expansive glass-enclosed Florida room, with a fireplace and wet bar, create an inviting space for year-round indoor-outdoor living. The luxurious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring dual custom walk-in closets and a stunning spa-inspired bathroom thoughtfully renovated with designer finishes, creating a serene, resort-like experience. Upstairs, a private guest suite with its own balcony offers comfortable accommodations and peaceful lake views. Outside, the resort-style heated pool and spa overlook tranquil water and preserve views, providing the perfect setting to relax and enjoy Sarasota's year-round sunshine. A 40-kilowatt whole-house natural gas generator offers exceptional comfort and peace of mind. The Founders Club offers an unparalleled lifestyle with just 262 homesites. Residents enjoy access to a recreation center offering yoga and pilates classes, as well as Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball, and a kid's playground. Membership at the Founders Golf Club is optional offering both golf and social memberships. The renowned Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course offers members easy tee times and is one of the only walkable courses in the region. Members enjoy a a grand Southern-style clubhouse, fine dining, a year-round social calendar, and a 24/7 fitness facility. It’s more than a home—it’s a lifestyle curated for those who appreciate understated luxury and quiet prestige. All just minutes from exquisite dining, shopping, and the vibrant art scene of downtown Sarasota, as well as Sarasota's incredible beaches.
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    Listed by:

    Tricia Rudd 941-730-4042,

    KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S 941-803-7522

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4701527MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Great Room, Utility Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Dual Sinks, Garden Bath, Makeup/Vanity Space, Multiple Shower Heads, Split Vanities, Stone Counters, Water Closet/Priv Toilet, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 247 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19x13
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 165 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x11
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 169 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13x13
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11x12
      Bonus room
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 324 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 18x18
      Den
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 195 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13x15
      Dining room
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 216 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 18x12
      Family room
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 324 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 18x18
      Florida room
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 459 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 27x17
      Foyer
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13x12
      Game room
      • Features: Storage Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 180 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x12
      Kitchen
      • Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Stone Counters, Pantry, No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 285 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x19
      Living room
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 256 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16x16
      Office
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 195 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x13
      Heating
      • Central, Zoned
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Zoned
      Appliances
      • Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Purifier
      • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Porcelain Tile
      • Doors: Sliding Doors
      • Windows: Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters, Hurricane Shutters/Windows
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 6,641
      • Total interior livable area: 5,426 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Split Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
      • Exterior features: Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: Gunite, In Ground, Lighting
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: Heated
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water, Lake
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water,Lake
      • Waterfront features: Lake Privileges
      Lot
      • Size: 0.64 Acres
      • Features: Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Oversized Lot, Private, Sidewalk
      • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0222030099
      • Zoning: OUE2
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Stucco
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2006
      Details
      • Builder name: LEE WETHERINGTON HOMES

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
      • Security: Gated Community, Security Gate, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: FOUNDERS CLUB
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Gated, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Security, Tennis Court(s)
      • Services included: 24-Hour Guard, Common Area Taxes, Manager, Private Road, Security
      • HOA fee: $499 monthly
      • HOA name: CHARLES LOW
      • HOA phone: 941-201-7038
      Location
      • Region: Sarasota

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $423/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,641,300
      • Annual tax amount: $10,981
      • Date on market: 8/5/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 345 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/5/2026Listed for sale$2,295,000-2.1%$423/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4701527 Report a problem
        7/1/2026Listing removed$2,345,000$432/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4658917 Report a problem
        5/8/2026Price change$2,345,000-2.1%$432/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4658917 Report a problem
        3/23/2026Price change$2,395,000-4%$441/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4658917 Report a problem
        7/22/2025Listed for sale$2,495,000-5.8%$460/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4658917 Report a problem
        3/29/2025Listing removed$2,650,000$488/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4624992 Report a problem
        1/3/2025Listed for sale$2,650,000-7%$488/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4624992 Report a problem
        12/8/2024Listing removed$2,850,000$525/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4624992 Report a problem
        10/3/2024Listed for sale$2,850,000+216.7%$525/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4624992 Report a problem
        10/8/2019Sold$900,000-7.7%$166/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/9/2019Pending sale$975,000$180/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams on the Water - Sarasota #A4185960 Report a problem
        5/31/2019Price change$975,000-2.5%$180/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams on the Water - Sarasota #A4185960 Report a problem
        6/25/2018Price change$1,000,000-9.1%$184/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty Select #A4185960 Report a problem
        4/16/2018Price change$1,100,000-7.2%$203/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty Select #A4185960 Report a problem
        9/29/2017Price change$1,185,000-1.2%$218/sqft
        Source: Sarasota Lakewood Ranch #A4185960 Report a problem
        7/26/2017Price change$1,199,999-4%$221/sqft
        Source: Sarasota Lakewood Ranch #A4185960 Report a problem
        6/16/2017Price change$1,250,000-5.7%$230/sqft
        Source: Keller Willams Realty Select #A4185960 Report a problem
        5/11/2017Price change$1,325,000-15.9%$244/sqft
        Source: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SELECT #A4185960 Report a problem
        1/9/2017Price change$1,575,000-7.4%$290/sqft
        Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem
        11/10/2016Listed for sale$1,700,000+553.8%$313/sqft
        Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem
        2/18/2005Sold$260,000+23.9%$48/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        1/18/2005Sold$209,800$39/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$11,317 +3.1%$914,080 +2.9%
        2024$10,982 +3.4%$888,319 +3%
        2023$10,619 +2.2%$862,446 +3%
        2022$10,387 +1.5%$837,326 +3%
        2021$10,236 -0.5%$812,938 +1.4%
        2020$10,292 -0.6%$801,714 -1.4%
        2019$10,355 $812,950 +1.9%
        2018$10,355 +1.9%$797,792 +2.1%
        2017$10,162 -1.2%$781,383 -28.7%
        2016$10,285 +1.8%$1,095,900 +11.3%
        2015$10,099 -1.5%$984,400 +32.5%
        2014$10,251 +0.2%$742,817
        2013$10,233 +2.5%$742,817 +1.7%
        2012$9,984 -22.8%$730,400 -24.5%
        2011$12,938 -11.3%$967,500 -8.8%
        2010$14,590 -16.2%$1,060,700 -3.1%
        2009$17,413 $1,094,400 -19.8%
        2008$17,413 -11.1%$1,364,500 -10%
        2007$19,579 $1,516,700 +516.5%
        2006-- $246,000 +227.1%
        2005-- $75,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Mockingbird Parish

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        37 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Tatum Ridge Elementary
        • Middle: McIntosh Middle
        • High: Booker High

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