Unique opportunity, lives like a home yet it's maintenance-free! In an enchanting setting with complete privacy, this is the only stand-alone villa in Whisperwood, in the desirable Highlands section of The Meadows, a 1,600-acre park-like oasis in a phenomenal location! On a cul-de-sac and bordered by a nature preserve, mature trees and a charming front patio welcome you home. Inside, you will love the high ceilings, natural light and spacious rooms enhanced by beautiful updates including hand-scraped hardwood floors, crown molding, and wood cabinetry and granite countertops throughout. With distant golf course views framed by graceful oak trees, the serene Florida room invites you to relax, and the back patio offers the ideal spot for quiet mornings or gatherings with friends surrounded by a magical setting. Truly enchanting! All with ideal southern exposure, an ample two-car garage with interlocking-tile flooring and storage, half a block to the heated community pool and spa, and just five minutes to all the fun the Meadows have to offer. The Meadows, 1,600 park-like acres in an enviable location, is a resort lifestyle community 15 minutes from downtown. Residents enjoy 14 miles of trails, fun activities and, for a reasonable rate, a fitness center, Junior Olympic pool, 10 pickleball courts, 18-hole golf courses and a top-notch tennis complex. You’ll live near award-winning beaches, remarkable arts and culture, Nathan Benderson Park, Mote SEA Aquarium, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and The Mall at University Town Center, a world-class shopping, entertainment and dining destination. A fabulous Florida lifestyle awaits. With 2023 Lennox air conditioning, 2013 water heater and re-plumbing, 2007 tile roof, which is the condominium’s responsibility, and above floodplain in zone X.
Sold for $550,000
$550,000
4518 WHISPERWOOD #1, SARASOTA, FL 34235
3beds
2,548sqft
Villa
Built in 1986
-- sqft lot
$542,000 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$5,188 Estimated rent
Home value
$542,000
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Granite countertops throughoutHigh ceilingsMature treesSerene florida roomCharming front patioIdeal southern exposureHand-scraped hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Fernando Viteri, PA 941-400-7676,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-364-4000
Bought with:
Fernando Viteri, PA, 3089222
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4663368
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Florida Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x24
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x16
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x14
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x30
Florida room
- Level: First
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x30
Great room
- Level: First
- Area: 720 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x30
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x14
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Engineered Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,548
- Total interior livable area: 2,548 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Features: Private, Above Flood Plain
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 0033131001
- Zoning: RSF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Villa
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Buyer Approval Required, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Golf Carts OK, Golf, No Truck/RV/Motorcycle Parking, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: WHISPERWOOD - THE HIGHLANDS - THE MEADOWS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Optional Additional Fees, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Security, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Vehicle Restrictions
- Services included: Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Security
- HOA fee: $1,338 monthly
- Second HOA name: MCA - Meadows Community Association
- Second HOA phone: 941-377-2300
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $475,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,733
- Date on market: 9/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 140 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/18/2026 | Sold | $550,000$216/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4663368 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Pending sale | $550,000$216/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4663368 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $550,000+66.7%$216/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4663368 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2011 | Sold | $330,000+38.9%$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2000 | Sold | $237,500$93/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,922 +3.3% | $411,120 +10% |
| 2024 | $5,733 +0.5% | $373,745 +10% |
| 2023 | $5,704 +14% | $339,768 +10% |
| 2022 | $5,005 +27.6% | $308,880 +10% |
| 2021 | $3,922 +3.8% | $280,800 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $3,778 -6.4% | $264,300 -8.4% |
| 2019 | $4,036 | $288,600 -2.3% |
| 2018 | $4,036 -1.7% | $295,500 -4.1% |
| 2017 | $4,106 -5.2% | $308,200 -1.7% |
| 2016 | $4,333 +5.6% | $313,500 +12.9% |
| 2015 | $4,103 | $277,600 +3.3% |
| 2014 | $4,103 +1.1% | $268,700 |
| 2013 | $4,059 +8.5% | $268,700 +8.5% |
| 2012 | $3,739 +25.2% | $247,700 +7.3% |
| 2011 | $2,986 -3.4% | $230,800 -0.3% |
| 2010 | $3,092 +7.5% | $231,600 +1.5% |
| 2009 | $2,876 | $228,135 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $2,876 -2.4% | $227,907 +3% |
| 2007 | $2,947 | $221,269 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $215,872 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $209,584 +3% |
| 2004 | $3,073 -1% | $203,480 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $3,103 +0.9% | $199,686 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $3,075 +7.2% | $195,006 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $2,869 -8.4% | $191,935 +3% |
| 2000 | $3,130 | $186,345 |
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Neighborhood: The Meadows
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- 2/10Gocio Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
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- Sarasota
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- The Meadows
- 4518 WHISPERWOOD Unit 1
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