This striking waterfront Bird Key residence delivers a seamless blend of refined updates, thoughtful design, and effortless coastal living. Nestled along a wide canal just moments from Sarasota Bay, this four-bedroom home—with additional office—offers nearly 3,400 square feet of open living space, designed to showcase its serene water views and inviting indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Noteworthy enhancements include new roof in 2023, hurricane-impact windows and sliders, custom lighting, updated bathrooms, and a paver driveway framed by lush tropical landscaping. Step inside to a light-filled layout where wide-plank tile flooring flows throughout. At the heart of the home, the redesigned kitchen sets a stylish tone with crisp white cabinetry, quartz countertops, a massive island with bar seating, and premium stainless-steel appliances. A secondary counter area doubles as a coffee/wine bar or serving station—perfect for entertaining. The adjacent living and dining room is anchored by a custom paneled accent wall with fireplace and floating shelves, while oversized pocketing glass doors create a continuous connection to the expansive pool terrace and the water beyond. The split-bedroom plan enhances privacy, with the waterfront primary suite tucked away for maximum tranquility. Beautiful water views are complemented by a spa-like bathroom featuring dual vanities, glass-enclosed shower, and generous custom closets. Across the home, three additional guest bedrooms offer versatility. One is currently used as an office with a built-in Murphy bed; another includes its own en-suite bath and patio access—ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Outdoor entertaining takes center stage on the reimagined lanai, where a resurfaced heated swimming pool and expansive newer deck invite relaxation. Dine while relishing bay breezes, enjoy drinks at the custom tiki bar with built-in grill, or unwind at the water’s edge. The 100-feet of seawall (2005), newer dock (2023), dual 7,000-pound jet ski lifts, and 10,000-pound boat lift complete this boater’s paradise. Located on one of Sarasota’s most sought-after barrier islands, Bird Key offers private club amenities (with additional membership to the Bird Key Yacht Club), security, and an unmatched central location. Just minutes from downtown Sarasota’s cultural attractions, St. Armands Circle’s boutique shopping and dining, and the white sands of Lido and Longboat Key beaches, this home is an extraordinary opportunity to live the Gulf Coast lifestyle with every comfort in place.
Sold for $3,850,000
$3,850,000
659 N OWL DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236
4beds
3,342sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.34 Acres Lot
$3,729,000 Zestimate®
$1,152/sqft
$7,680 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,729,000
$3.36M - $4.14M
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Newer dockWide canalReimagined lanaiNew roofGenerous custom closetsQuartz countertopsExpansive pool terrace
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Listed by:
Roger Pettingell 941-387-1840,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 941-383-6411
Bought with:
Lisa Garcia, 3479438
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4658602
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den/Library/Office, Great Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x13
Bedroom 4
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Shower No Tub, Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Primary bathroom
- Features: Built-In Shelving, Built-In Shower Bench, Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Multiple Shower Heads, Rain Shower Head, Stone Counters, Tub with Separate Shower Stall, Water Closet/Priv Toilet, Window/Skylight in Bath
- Level: First
Den
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x15
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x17
Foyer
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-In Shelving, Kitchen Island, Stone Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x24
Laundry
- Features: Built-In Shelving
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Built-In Shelving
- Level: First
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x24
Heating
- Central, Electric, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile
- Doors: Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Shutters, Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters/Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Electric, Insert, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,442
- Total interior livable area: 3,342 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Deck, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Outside Bath Access
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Water, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Canal - Saltwater, Bay/Harbor Access, Saltwater Canal Access, Bridges - Fixed, Lift, Seawall
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: FloodZone, City Lot, Landscaped, Near Marina
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Outdoor Kitchen
- Parcel number: 2018060003
- Zoning: RSF1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Propane, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Marina, Water Access, Waterfront, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Park, Special Community Restrictions
- Security: Security System, Security System Owned
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Fence Restrictions, Park, Security
- Services included: Manager, Security
- HOA fee: $89 monthly
- HOA name: MELISSA JOHNSON
- HOA phone: 941-366-0848
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,152/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,745,300
- Annual tax amount: $24,347
- Date on market: 7/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 24 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2025 | Sold | $3,850,000-3.6%$1,152/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4658602 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Pending sale | $3,995,000$1,195/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4658602 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000+122.1%$1,195/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4658602 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2020 | Sold | $1,799,000$538/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4478901 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2020 | Pending sale | $1,799,000$538/sqft |
Source: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY #A4478901 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000+2.8%$538/sqft |
Source: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY #A4478901 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2019 | Listing removed | $1,750,000$524/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Longboat Key #A4435517 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2019 | Price change | $1,750,000-5.4%$524/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Longboat Key #A4435517 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,850,000+13.8%$554/sqft |
Source: COLDWELL BANKER RES R E #A4435517 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2008 | Sold | $1,625,000-12.2%$486/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2006 | Sold | $1,850,000+176.1%$554/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2000 | Sold | $670,000+7.2%$200/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/1999 | Sold | $625,000$187/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,546 +4.9% | $1,708,267 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $24,347 +3.8% | $1,660,123 +4.2% |
| 2023 | $23,449 +2.4% | $1,593,555 +3% |
| 2022 | $22,908 -0.5% | $1,547,141 +3.5% |
| 2021 | $23,026 +34.1% | $1,494,700 +37.3% |
| 2020 | $17,167 +2.6% | $1,088,641 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $16,735 | $1,064,165 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $16,735 +1.6% | $1,044,323 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $16,469 +1.8% | $1,022,843 -17.1% |
| 2016 | $16,179 | $1,233,800 +11% |
| 2015 | $16,179 +0.1% | $1,111,300 +16.2% |
| 2014 | $16,166 +0.2% | $956,500 |
| 2013 | $16,137 +1.7% | $956,500 -0.5% |
| 2012 | $15,870 +1.4% | $960,900 +0% |
| 2011 | $15,648 -7.3% | $960,500 -5.9% |
| 2010 | $16,876 -20.8% | $1,020,300 -13.8% |
| 2009 | $21,309 | $1,183,600 -11.2% |
| 2008 | $21,309 -14.7% | $1,333,000 -14.2% |
| 2007 | $24,979 | $1,553,600 +108.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $744,167 +13.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $653,792 +3% |
| 2004 | $11,169 -1% | $634,750 +2.4% |
| 2003 | $11,277 +2.5% | $620,069 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $10,997 +6.7% | $605,536 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $10,310 +13.4% | $596,000 +19.8% |
| 2000 | $9,092 | $497,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Bird Key
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Southside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Booker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 3/10Booker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Southside Elementary
- Middle: Booker Middle
- High: Sarasota High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Sarasota County
- Sarasota
- 34236
- Bird Key
- 659 N OWL DRIVE
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