Set on the exclusive southern tip of Bird Key, this exceptional waterfront estate offers breathtaking, unobstructed views of Sarasota Bay, unmatched privacy, and a level of craftsmanship rarely seen. Designed and built by the owners with longevity and quality in mind, the home stands as a testament to timeless architecture and enduring construction. Elevated above floodplain with a ground level at 9.5 feet and a main living level at 16.1 feet, this residence spans 4,618 square feet under air on the main level, with nearly 10,000 total square feet of secure space, including a nine-car garage with EV chargers, an elevator, and an expansive ground-floor flex room that must be seen to be believed. Key features include four en-suite bedrooms, plus a bonus room with closet, ideal as a fifth bedroom or office. Soaring 22-foot ceilings and a light-filled open/split floor plan. Concrete block construction on 71 pilings driven 37 feet into bedrock. Impact-rated windows and doors, concrete tile roof and whole-house generator. Chef’s kitchen with water views, Thermador and Sub-Zero appliances, walk-in pantry, R/O system and water filtration throughout. Resort-style pool (recently renovated) overlooking Sarasota Bay, ready for your custom dock and boat lift. Striking entry with circular paver drive and beautiful tropical landscaping framing the property. With classic modern architecture, the interiors serve as a canvas for your personal design vision. Bird Key lifestyle where residents enjoy the option to join the Bird Key Yacht Club, offering boating, waterfront dining, tennis, fitness facilities, and a vibrant social calendar—from wine tastings and intellectual series to holiday celebrations and athletic events. Bird Key is positioned between the cultural energy of downtown Sarasota and the boutique shops and restaurants of St. Armands Circle, with Lido Beach just minutes away. If you're ready to have it all—privacy, luxury, location and waterfront living—schedule your private showing of this Bird Key gem today.
Sold for $6,800,000
$6,800,000
661 MOURNING DOVE DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236
4beds
4,618sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.34 Acres Lot
$6,673,000 Zestimate®
$1,472/sqft
$37,634 Estimated rent
Home value
$6,673,000
$6.07M - $7.34M
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Resort-style poolFour en-suite bedroomsUnmatched privacyImpact-rated windows and doorsExceptional waterfront estateBeautiful tropical landscapingElevated above floodplain
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Listed by:
Jo Rutstein 941-587-9156,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-364-4000,
Hilary Souza 941-704-6556,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Bought with:
Adnan Dedic, 3359117
COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4663954
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Breakfast Room Separate, Family Room, Utility Room, Media Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bidet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Garden Bath, Makeup/Vanity Space, Multiple Shower Heads, Tub with Separate Shower Stall, Water Closet/Priv Toilet, Window/Skylight in Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Shower No Tub, Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Tub With Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Shower No Tub, Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bonus room
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Dinette
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Great room
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Shades, Storm Window(s), Hurricane Shutters, Hurricane Shutters/Windows
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 10,014
- Total interior livable area: 4,618 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Ground Level, Tandem
- Attached garage spaces: 9
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Lap, Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Water, Bay/Harbor - Full, Intracoastal Waterway
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full,Intracoastal Waterway
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor, Intracoastal Waterway, Bay/Harbor Access, Intracoastal Waterway Access, Seawall
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: FloodZone, City Lot, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 2018110004
- Zoning: RSF1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Phone Available, Propane, Public, Sewer Connected, Solar, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Special Community Restrictions
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Security, Vehicle Restrictions
- 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: $1,472/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $5,146,500
- Annual tax amount: $32,052
- Date on market: 9/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2025 | Sold | $6,800,000-13.9%$1,472/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4663954 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2025 | Pending sale | $7,900,000$1,711/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4663954 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $7,900,000+1012.7%$1,711/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4663954 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/1995 | Sold | $710,000$154/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,501 +4.5% | $2,199,241 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $32,052 +2.8% | $2,137,260 +3% |
| 2023 | $31,190 +2.5% | $2,075,010 +3% |
| 2022 | $30,440 -0.4% | $2,014,573 +3% |
| 2021 | $30,557 -0.4% | $1,955,896 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $30,689 +2.6% | $1,914,197 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $29,925 | $1,871,160 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $29,925 +1.6% | $1,836,271 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $29,457 -0.1% | $1,798,502 -49.6% |
| 2016 | $29,472 | $3,571,500 -3.5% |
| 2015 | $29,472 | $3,700,600 +119.7% |
| 2014 | $29,472 +1.7% | $1,684,658 |
| 2013 | $28,979 +3.9% | $1,684,658 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $27,896 +4.4% | $1,656,498 +3% |
| 2011 | $26,723 +0.1% | $1,608,250 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $26,709 +14.6% | $1,584,483 +7.4% |
| 2009 | $23,301 | $1,475,933 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $23,301 +1.1% | $1,474,459 +3% |
| 2007 | $23,038 | $1,431,514 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,396,599 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,355,921 +3% |
| 2004 | $23,623 -1.5% | $1,316,428 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $23,972 +2.3% | $1,291,882 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $23,440 +6.8% | $1,261,603 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $21,954 +2.3% | $1,241,735 +3% |
| 2000 | $21,458 | $1,205,568 |
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Neighborhood: Bird Key
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- Bird Key
- 661 MOURNING DOVE DRIVE
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