This canal-front home on Bird Key offers direct boating access with no bridges to Sarasota Bay or the Gulf. Located one lot in from the corner, the residence includes 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and approximately 2,970 square feet of living space and 136 linear feet of water frontage just off the open bay. A circular paver driveway and mature landscaping create an inviting entrance. Inside, large tile floors run through the main living areas, and French doors provide abundant natural light while opening directly to the pool and screened lanai. The kitchen features black stone countertops, white cabinetry with glass accents, stainless steel appliances and a black-and-white tile backsplash. An adjacent dining area connects easily to both the kitchen and living spaces. The split-bedroom layout offers privacy and flexibility. Two bedrooms have en-suite baths and direct pool access, making them ideal for guests. One suite includes French doors to the pool and an updated bath with built-in shelving and a glass-enclosed corner shower. The primary suite also opens to the pool and includes wood flooring, a custom walk-in closet, dual vanities, a soaking tub and a separate walk-in shower. The screened lanai surrounds a large pool and provides covered seating areas for outdoor living. A private dock sits on a quiet canal with quick access to Sarasota Bay, making it easy to get out on the water. Living on Bird Key means more than just waterfront access. The neighborhood is known for its private, residential setting with wide streets and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy proximity to downtown Sarasota, Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle, all just minutes away. Homeowners also have the option to join the Bird Key Yacht Club, which is currently being rebuilt from the ground up. The new club will offer updated dining, social spaces, fitness facilities and marina amenities, further enhancing the boating and social lifestyle that defines the island.
Sold for $3,500,000
$3,500,000
488 Meadow Lark Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
3beds
2,970sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.37 Acres Lot
$3,474,700 Zestimate®
$1,178/sqft
$7,519 Estimated rent
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$3.16M - $3.82M
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Canal-front homeSoaking tubCustom walk-in closetStainless steel appliancesMature landscapingSeparate walk-in showerCircular paver driveway
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Listed by:
Bruce Myer 941-376-5311,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 941-383-6411
Bought with:
Rachel Tritschler, 3368249
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4681977
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 462 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x33
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x17
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Area: 945 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45x21
Den
- Level: First
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x15
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x20
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 650 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x26
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x15
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Shutters, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,355
- Total interior livable area: 2,970 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Water, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal
- Waterfront features: Canal - Saltwater, Saltwater Canal Access
- Body of water: SARASOTA BAY
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 2012140007
- Zoning: RSF1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $110 monthly
- HOA name: Bird Key Homeowners Association / Melissa Johnson
- HOA phone: 941-366-0848
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,178/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,611,600
- Annual tax amount: $22,361
- Date on market: 2/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/2026 | Sold | $3,500,000-2.8%$1,178/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4681977 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2026 | Pending sale | $3,600,000$1,212/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4681977 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,600,000+159.5%$1,212/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4681977 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2013 | Sold | $1,387,500-5.9%$467/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2012 | Listed for sale | $1,475,000$497/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Longboat Key #A3970501 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,361 +4.9% | $1,497,268 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $21,310 +2.6% | $1,455,071 +3% |
| 2023 | $20,761 +2.3% | $1,412,690 +3% |
| 2022 | $20,303 -0.8% | $1,371,544 +3% |
| 2021 | $20,472 +0.6% | $1,331,596 +3.3% |
| 2020 | $20,341 +2.6% | $1,289,374 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $19,831 | $1,260,385 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $19,831 +1.6% | $1,236,884 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $19,517 +1.5% | $1,211,444 -7.3% |
| 2016 | $19,237 | $1,307,200 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $19,237 +4.5% | $1,240,700 +89.8% |
| 2014 | $18,414 +67.8% | $653,793 -30.2% |
| 2013 | $10,971 +3.9% | $936,600 +45.7% |
| 2012 | $10,560 +4.5% | $642,864 +3% |
| 2011 | $10,109 +0.1% | $624,140 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $10,100 +9.7% | $614,916 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $9,204 | $598,750 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $9,204 -0.2% | $598,152 +3% |
| 2007 | $9,223 | $580,730 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $566,566 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $550,064 +3% |
| 2004 | $9,423 -1.4% | $534,043 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $9,555 +2.2% | $524,085 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $9,352 +6.7% | $511,802 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $8,766 +2.5% | $503,742 +3% |
| 2000 | $8,551 | $489,070 |
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Neighborhood: Bird Key
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