Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on Siesta Key, this well-kept four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom pool home offers an easygoing waterfront lifestyle with access to the Gulf of Mexico. Set on a corner canal lot with water on two sides and 286 feet of frontage, the property feels private and peaceful, surrounded by the calm beauty of the water. With 2,927 square feet of living space, the home has been carefully maintained by only two owners and has NEVER experienced flooding. Inside, wide windows frame the shimmering canal views, filling the living spaces with soft, natural light. The layout is open and welcoming, offering plenty of room to gather or spread out and enjoy quiet days at home. At the heart of the home, the kitchen connects easily to the dining and living areas and opens to the screened lanai and pool deck. Outside, an outdoor kitchen and a large 9-foot deep pool invites long afternoons in the sun, with water views in every direction. Just off the pool, a private spa room and bathroom offer a quiet retreat after a day on the boat or beach. The master bedroom is tucked away for privacy, featuring a spacious bathroom with double vanities, a step-up soaking tub, and two separate closets. The guest bedrooms are thoughtfully placed, offering comfort and easy access to well-appointed bathrooms. The home's setting along two sides of the water creates a feeling of openness. Whether you’re heading out for a day on the water, casting a line from your backyard, or simply watching the boats go by, this property brings the natural beauty of Siesta Key right to your doorstep. Just minutes from the world-renowned white sands of Siesta Beach and a short distance to the shops, cafes, and restaurants of Siesta Village, the location offers the perfect balance of island living and everyday convenience. Downtown Sarasota, with its farmers' markets, theaters, and waterfront dining, is just over the bridge when you feel like exploring beyond the island. This is a home for someone who wants the rare combination of space, privacy, and water access, all set in one of Florida’s most beloved coastal communities. Come see what life could be like at the water’s edge.
Sold for $1,625,000
$1,625,000
5181 Sandy Shore Ave, Sarasota, FL 34242
4beds
2,927sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.35 Acres Lot
$1,571,200 Zestimate®
$555/sqft
$7,981 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,571,200
$1.41M - $1.74M
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Listed by:
Shasta DeGraw 239-785-5546,
REALTY ONE GROUP MVP 800-896-8790
Bought with:
Gigi Kuster, 3385425
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: C7509170
Originating MLS: Port Charlotte
Originating MLS: Port Charlotte
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Dual Closets
- Level: First
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bathroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Bathroom 4
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x11
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x15
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x9
Living room
- Features: Storage Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 625 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x25
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,858
- Total interior livable area: 2,927 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Exterior features: Other, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal
- Waterfront features: Canal - Saltwater, Saltwater Canal Access, Seawall
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot, Oversized Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0081140028
- Zoning: RSF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Built-Up,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: SARA SANDS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $555/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,423,100
- Annual tax amount: $17,600
- Date on market: 4/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 51 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/29/2025 | Sold | $1,625,000-18.7%$555/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #C7509170 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Pending sale | $1,999,000$683/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #C7509170 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Price change | $1,999,000-23.1%$683/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #C7509170 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,600,000$888/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #C7509170 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,448 -6.5% | $1,269,678 +10% |
| 2024 | $17,601 +6.5% | $1,154,253 +10% |
| 2023 | $16,533 +10.8% | $1,049,321 +10% |
| 2022 | $14,926 +24% | $953,928 +10% |
| 2021 | $12,037 +6.6% | $867,207 +10% |
| 2020 | $11,291 +18.9% | $788,370 +10% |
| 2019 | $9,498 | $716,700 -18.1% |
| 2018 | $9,498 -12.1% | $875,200 +1.9% |
| 2017 | $10,808 +4.6% | $858,600 +8.5% |
| 2016 | $10,330 | $791,300 +7.7% |
| 2015 | $10,330 +4.9% | $734,400 +18.6% |
| 2014 | $9,851 +7.9% | $619,036 |
| 2013 | $9,129 +10.1% | $619,036 +10% |
| 2012 | $8,291 +13.4% | $562,760 +10% |
| 2011 | $7,310 -6.2% | $511,600 -3.9% |
| 2010 | $7,796 -21.9% | $532,400 -12.1% |
| 2009 | $9,975 | $605,400 -18.9% |
| 2008 | $9,975 -22.6% | $746,200 -23.2% |
| 2007 | $12,892 | $971,500 +12.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $862,200 +11% |
| 2005 | -- | $777,000 +23.7% |
| 2004 | $9,775 +11.9% | $628,000 +16.4% |
| 2003 | $8,732 +8.3% | $539,300 +8.3% |
| 2002 | $8,062 +21.4% | $497,900 +16.4% |
| 2001 | $6,641 +17% | $427,600 +19.4% |
| 2000 | $5,678 | $358,100 |
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Neighborhood: 34242
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