443 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236
What's special
Poised on the coveted island of Bird Key, just across the graceful span of the John Ringling Causeway Bridge from downtown Sarasota, this striking Mid-Century modern garden home captures the timeless ease of coastal living. This beautifully designed one-level residence offers three bedrooms, three baths, and 2,676 square feet of thoughtfully arranged living space, where clean architectural lines meet warm, inviting finishes. A neutral palette, 18-inch porcelain tile flooring, and dramatic stone accent walls create a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere throughout the open floor plan. Multiple seating areas flow naturally from one space to the next, anchored by a charming wood-burning fireplace—perfect for intimate evenings or lively gatherings. A wall of sliding glass doors dissolves the boundary between indoors and out, opening to a private tropical retreat. The heated pool and expansive screened patio are framed by lush landscaping and a comfortable outdoor seating area designed for effortless entertaining, sunset cocktails, and relaxed Florida afternoons. At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen invites both conversation and culinary creativity. A large island with granite countertops, elegant pendant lighting, stainless steel appliances, and a stylish backsplash makes it equally suited for casual breakfasts or hosting memorable dinners with friends and family. Peace of mind meets modern convenience with hurricane-impact windows and doors throughout the home. Arrival is equally impressive. A circular paver driveway welcomes guests, complemented by beautiful outdoor lighting and a charming courtyard that leads to the front entrance—an inviting prelude to the warmth within. This home is also pet friendly with a fenced back yard area to keep your pooches secure. The neighborhood offers many walking areas and the Bird Key Park, directly across from the Bird Key Guard House entrance, is a wonderful place to enjoy sunset views over Sarasota Bay. Perfectly positioned just moments from the new Bird Key Yacht Club under construction, the boutiques and dining of St. Armands Circle, and the pristine sands of Lido Beach, this residence offers the rare combination of island serenity and vibrant coastal lifestyle. A timeless retreat in one of Sarasota’s most desirable communities—where elegance, comfort, and the gentle Gulf breeze come together beautifully.
- 165 days |
- 971 |
- 38 |
Originating MLS: Sarasota - ManateeTravel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Julie Klick 941-780-6001,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-388-4447,
Beverly St Hilaire 818-416-2505,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Great Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x9
Great room
- Level: First
- Area: 1056 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33x32
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x16
Heating
- Central, Electric, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Porcelain Tile
- Doors: Outdoor Grill, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters/Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,031
- Total interior livable area: 2,676 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Guest, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance, Accessible Central Living Area
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler Metered
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Outside Bath Access, Screen Enclosure
- Fencing: Fenced,Masonry,Other,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Bay/Harbor Access, Intracoastal Waterway Access
- Body of water: SARASOTA BAY
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, City Lot, Landscaped, Level
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 2012130027
- Zoning: RSF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Water Access, Waterfront
- Security: Fire Alarm, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Touchless Entry
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: 24-Hour Guard, Security
- HOA fee: $100 monthly
- HOA name: Melissa Johnson
- HOA phone: 941-366-0848
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $850/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,602,800
- Annual tax amount: $23,842
- Date on market: 3/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 166 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,275,000+71.1%$850/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4686032 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2021 | Sold | $1,330,000$497/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2021 | Pending sale | $1,330,000$497/sqft |
Source: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY #A4473322 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2020 | Price change | $1,330,000-3.6%$497/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker #A4473322 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2020 | Pending sale | $1,380,000$516/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker #A4473322 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,380,000$516/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker #A4473322 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2020 | Pending sale | $1,380,000$516/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker #A4473322 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,380,000+12.7%$516/sqft |
Source: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY #A4473322 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2017 | Sold | $1,225,000$458/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2017 | Pending sale | $1,225,000$458/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Longboat Key #A4174985 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,225,000+44.1%$458/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Longboat Key #A4174985 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2015 | Sold | $849,900$318/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #C7207418 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2015 | Pending sale | $849,900$318/sqft |
Source: FREEDOM REAL ESTATE SERVICES #C7207418 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2015 | Price change | $849,900-5.5%$318/sqft |
Source: FREEDOM REAL ESTATE SERVICES #C7207418 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2015 | Listed for sale | $899,000+79.8%$336/sqft |
Source: FREEDOM REAL ESTATE SERVICES (283090309) #C7207418 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2013 | Sold | $500,000+4.2%$187/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2012 | Listed for sale | $480,000$179/sqft |
Source: Wagner Realty #M5834097 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,842 -0.3% | $1,602,800 -2.2% |
| 2024 | $23,912 +2.6% | $1,638,560 +3% |
| 2023 | $23,311 +2.2% | $1,590,835 +3% |
| 2022 | $22,803 +40.8% | $1,544,500 +51% |
| 2021 | $16,192 +12.6% | $1,023,000 +11% |
| 2020 | $14,382 +2.1% | $921,600 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $14,090 | $905,500 +0.9% |
| 2018 | $14,090 +0.6% | $897,300 +4% |
| 2017 | $14,002 +23.8% | $862,544 +5.8% |
| 2016 | $11,314 | $815,200 +18.8% |
| 2015 | $11,314 +13.3% | $686,000 +107.4% |
| 2014 | $9,986 +86.5% | $330,770 -15.6% |
| 2013 | $5,354 +3.9% | $391,700 +20.4% |
| 2012 | $5,154 +4.6% | $325,241 +3% |
| 2011 | $4,929 +0.1% | $315,768 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $4,922 +9.7% | $311,101 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $4,485 | $302,922 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $4,485 -2.5% | $302,619 +3% |
| 2007 | $4,599 | $293,805 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $286,639 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $278,290 +3% |
| 2004 | $4,675 -1.2% | $270,184 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $4,734 +0.9% | $265,146 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $4,690 +6.7% | $258,932 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $4,394 +2.9% | $254,854 +3% |
| 2000 | $4,268 | $247,431 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$2,154,600
$2.05M - $2.26M
$7,867/mo
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