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ActivePrice improved $173,000140 days on market
$1,597,000$1,770,000

5500 MERRIMAC DRSARASOTA, FL 34231PHILLIPPI GARDENS 08 · Single Family Residence

4Beds
4Baths
2,790Sq ft
0.61 acLot
2-carGarage
1974Built
YesPool
YesWaterfront

About this home

Live the Ultimate Florida Lifestyle in This Waterfront Paradise! Nestled in the heart of Phillippi Gardens, this extraordinary property offers the perfect blend of tranquility, luxury, and convenience. Set on an OVERSIZED .61-ACRE LOT WITH OVER 400 FEET OF PRIVATE WATER FRONTAGE. Along two serene waterways just off Phillippi Creek, this home is a true tropical oasis—peaceful and secluded, yet minutes from everything Sarasota has to offer. Inside, the residence showcases a flexible layout with FOUR SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, some easily adaptable for office, studio, or guest use, and FOUR FULL BATHROOM…

Description as provided by the listing brokerage.

Highlights

  • Private pool
  • Water frontage — Bayou
  • 2-car garage
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Sliding Doors
  • Ceiling Fans(s)
  • Water
  • Shingle

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The details

StatusActive
MLS #MFRA4684914
Property typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1974
Lot size0.61 ac
Living area2,790 sq ft
Price per sq ft$572
CDDNo
Taxes$6,537 (2025)
Garage2-car
StoriesTwo
Days on market140
CountySarasota
Flood zoneAE/x (verify)
ListedMar 3, 2026

Features & property details

Interior

Full baths4
Half baths0
Rooms8
FlooringCarpet, Vinyl
AppliancesDishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Interior featuresCeiling Fans(s)
LaundryInside
FireplaceYes
Fireplace featuresWood Burning
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
HeatingCentral, Electric
In-law suite0

Exterior & lot

Exterior featuresBalcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Sliding Doors
ViewWater
Lot featuresCul-De-Sac
VegetationMature Landscaping
FacesSouthwest
Road surfacePaved

Construction

ConstructionStucco
FoundationSlab
RoofShingle
Living area sourcePublic Records
Building area (sq ft)4,133

Parking

GarageYes
Attached garageYes
Garage dimensions21x20
CarportNo

Pool & water

PoolIn Ground
SpaYes
WaterfrontBayou, Canal - Saltwater
Water bodyPHILLIPPI CREEK
Water accessCanal - Saltwater
Water viewCanal
Water extrasLift
Waterfront feet403

Community & HOA

Fee requirementNone
Approval required0
Total monthly fees$0
Total annual fees$0
55+ communityNo
PetsYes
Minimum lease1 Month
Lease restrictions0
SW communityPhillippi Gardens

Utilities & efficiency

UtilitiesCable Connected, Electricity Connected
SewerPublic Sewer
Water sourcePublic

Financial & terms

CDD0
Tax year2,025
Homestead1
Listing termsCash, Conventional
OwnershipFee Simple
Special conditionsNone
Home warrantyNo
ZoningRSF2
OccupantOwner
MLS area34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch

Where it sits

Approximate location shown. Exact address available on request per listing brokerage.

Schools

ElementaryPhillippi Shores ElementarySarasota County
MiddleBrookside MiddleSarasota County
HighRiverview HighSarasota County

School assignments change; verify with the district before relying on them.

Where you'd be
PHILLIPPI GARDENS 08, Florida

SARASOTA · Sarasota County

MLS# MFRA4684914Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTYLast updated Jul 22, 2026, 6:22 PM
$1,597,0005500 MERRIMAC DR · SARASOTA
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