438 S Shore Drive Sarasota, FL 34234
Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR / Coldwell Banker Realty / Shayla Twit - Contact:  941-383-6411

  438 S Shore Drive Sarasota, FL 34234

Sold (101 Days)
$2,500,000
4
BED
7
BATH
4,061
SQFT

Description

Located in the historic West of the Trail neighborhood, Sapphire Shores, this home is perfect for those seeking a full time residence, or for the INVESTOR looking to capitalize on the rental potential of this investment quality, luxury property. Tree lined streets with a blend of both new and historic period homes inspired by the Ringling Era. With incredible outdoor living space and private rooms for all. Owner could easily rent the full mini apartment OR the 3 story home WEEKLY, which offers private, separate living spaces on the second and third floor, making this residence ideal for those seeking the perfect Sarasota vacation rental.

Within the City limits, this property is Grand in scale with multiple roof lines, set back within the mature tree canopy. Romantically styled with french doors & Juliet balconies. The TIMELESS exterior is matched by a clean modern lines interior. 

Refreshed in 2023, like NEW condition. An impressive, 2 story entry leads to the upstairs flex-bonus room with full bathroom. Double doors open to a wonderful gathering space on the main floor with soaring ceiling, marble fireplace, and wine bar that opens to the patio with exterior fireplace. The BEAUTIFUL kitchen is a crisp clean white with 10 ft marble island, prep sink and cooktop. Double wall ovens, solid wood cabinetry and drawers. The SPACIOUS dining room connects with the kitchen. Off of the kitchen you'll find a covered screened porch which houses a Butlers Kitchen with a gas stove/oven, prep area and utility sink.

PRIVATE space begins on level 2, with 2 spacious bedroom suites featuring luxurious baths, ample closets and outdoor balconies. The PENTHOUSE suite occupies the top floor with views of Sarasota Bay. A self contained retreat complete with a media room and screened porch. Ample closets, beautiful bath, generous bedroom with view of the Bay. A top floor viewing deck, with spectacular views of the Bay & Keys.

AMAZING sunsets. 

Surrounded by lush landscaping leading to the resort style, zero entry sports pool with sun shelf and outdoor shower. PRIVATE guest house in front offers a full mini apartment. City code compliant. 24×14 ft. Rear garage concrete pad gives space for sports gear. A QUALITY craftsman build with high end materials including hardwood floors and marble. This home is weather ready, concrete block, stucco exteriors, double pane hurricane windows and FEMA compliant. Energy wise oriented east to west sun, zoned AC systems, tankless H20, foam insulation and irrigation well. 

No Homeowners Association, CDD, etc. Pet friendly neighborhood and home with fenced yard and pet wash utility sink.

LOCATION: one block to the Bay front, Sun Circle Park with playground, kayak launch and Sunset views. Minutes to downtown and Gulf beaches. Minutes to University Parkway shopping, UTC mall & I 75. Available now.

MLS #:
A4556703
Taxes
$13,272(2022)
Lot Size
0.33 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2015
Style
Mediterranean, Florida, Custom, Contemporary
Views
Water, Trees/Woods, Pool
County
Sarasota County

Listed By

Shayla Twit, Coldwell Banker Realty, Contact: 941-383-6411
Bought with
Marlin Yoder, Harry Robbins Assoc Inc
Source
STELLAR
Last checked Mar 6 2025 at 10:56 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
  • Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Wine Refrigerator
  • Appliances: Water Filtration System
  • Appliances: Washer
  • Appliances: Tankless Water Heater
  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Appliances: Range
  • Appliances: Microwave
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater
  • Appliances: Dryer
  • Appliances: Disposal
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Appliances: Cooktop
  • Appliances: Convection Oven
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven
  • Loft
  • Inside Utility
  • Bonus Room
  • Window Treatments
  • Wet Bar
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Thermostat
  • Stone Counters
  • Split Bedroom
  • Solid Wood Cabinets
  • Solid Surface Counters
  • Master Bedroom Upstairs
  • High Ceilings
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Ceiling Fans(s)
  • Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Built-In Features
Subdivision
  • Sapphire Shores Resub Of Pt
Lot Information
  • Paved
  • Street Dead-End
  • Oversized Lot
  • City Limits
  • Cul-De-Sac
Property Features
  • Fireplace: Outside
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Foundation: Slab
Heating and Cooling
  • Propane
  • Central
  • Zoned
  • Mini-Split Unit(s)
  • Central Air
Pool Information
  • Outside Bath Access
  • Other
  • Lighting
  • Lap
  • In Ground
  • Child Safety Fence
Flooring
  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Marble
Exterior Features
  • Stucco
  • Concrete
  • Block
  • Roof: Tile
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water Source: Well, Water Source: Public, Water Connected, Sprinkler Well, Sprinkler Meter, Sewer Connected, Propane, Electricity Connected, Cable Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Energy: Low-Flow Fixtures, Insulation
School Information
  • Elementary School: Emma E. Booker Elementary
  • Middle School: Booker Middle
  • High School: Booker High
Garage
  • 22X23
Parking
  • Under Building
  • Portico
  • Oversized
  • Ground Level
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Covered
Stories
  • 3
Living Area
  • 4,061 sqft
Additional Information: Sarasota Downtown | 941-383-6411
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