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481 N Shore Drive

Sarasota, FL 34234

4 beds
5 baths
3,238 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$610 per sqft
1955 build
– on site

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You won’t find another home quite like this 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath extravagant tropical escape with a separate guest home located in the heart of Sarasota’s beloved museum district of Sapphire Shores. You will feel like you are living in a resort every day with the elaborate floorplan that connects each section of the home to the centrally located heated saltwater pool and separate grand spa with a firepit inside. The outdoor kitchen and grill area add to the serene lifestyle waiting to be enjoyed by this home’s next owners. A choice among several screened and open lanai areas gives a tranquil paradise-like feeling with tons of lush plants while offering plenty of room to relax or entertain guests. While inside, large windows throughout the home allow an abundance of natural light, including the kitchen’s full wall of glass sliding doors that open to a courtyard-style lounge area. Designed by Jack West, you can see the creative and carefully detailed midcentury style in the later addition of the kitchen, great room and main suite that all feature grand vaulted ceilings –but you’d never guess it was a later addition. The entertainment room has a tasteful wet bar and a wood-burning fireplace, while an en-suite and third bedroom provide an extra level of privacy and spacious living. Your guests will feel at ease in the private bedroom and full bathroom of the guest house that is accessible through the pool area. An unattached two car garage and a separate carport on the side of the home provides plenty of space to park. Sapphire Shores Park, located on Sarasota’s bayfront, is just a short stroll from the house to enjoy the city’s dazzling sunsets. This full-package home is all you will need for the perfect Florida lifestyle.

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

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MLS# A4556855 —

The Building

Year Built:

1955
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Florida
Construction Materials:

Block
Levels:

One
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Building Area Total:

4449
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Flooring:

Terrazzo
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3238
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

From North Tamiami Trail turn west onto Ringling Place then south onto Bayshore Road. Take slight right turn onto N Shore Drive. House will be on right side of road.
Latitude:

27.379745
Longitude:

-82.56166
Coordinates:

-82.56166, 27.379745

The Property

Parcel Number:

2001050040
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

FloodZone
Lot Size Acres:

0.42
Lot Size Area:

18105
Lot Size SqFt:

18105
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

1/4 to less than 1/2
Zoning:

RSF2
Direction Faces:

South
View:

false
Exterior Features:

Irrigation System
Fencing:

Vinyl
Water Source:

Public
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Street Paved
Flood Zone Code:

AE
Flood Zone Panel:

12115C0043F
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

true
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2021
Tax Lot:

13
Tax Block:

A
Tax Legal Description:

LOTS 13 & 14 BLK A SAPPHIRE SHORES
Tax Book Number:

773-1062
Tax Annual Amount:

$7,593

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

4.5
Total Baths:

5
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Connected
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Bar Fridge

Schools

Elementary School:

Emma E. Booker Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Booker Middle
High School:

Booker High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

SAPPHIRE SHORES
Senior Community:

false
Waterview:

false
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Spa Features:

In Ground
Pool Private:

true
Pool Features:

Deck
Pets Allowed:

Yes
Pet Restrictions:

See Sarasota City for Leash Laws.
Association:

false
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Association Approval Required:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Dimensions:

20x22
Carport:

true
Carport Spaces:

1
Covered Spaces:

3
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Driveway

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Guest House

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Utility Costs

$203/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/25/23 Apr 25, 2023	Sold	STELLAR_MLS	$1,976,000	-10.2%
2/25/23 Feb 25, 2023	Pending	STELLAR_MLS	$2,200,000
1/11/23 Jan 11, 2023	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$2,200,000

House Sold on 4/25/2023

$1,976,000

Listing provided by broker:

Thomas Arthur, III

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

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Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Stellar MLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. Stellar MLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law. For any questions please call (407) 499-8911.

481 N Shore Drive

Sarasota, FL 34234