Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds3,091 sqft

500 Beach Rd, Unit 1, Sarasota, FL 34242

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.70 acresLot Size
1978Year Built
$971/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Directly on the white sands of Siesta Beach, this gorgeously updated Key West style beach house grants you the island lifestyle of your dreams. Easy accessibility to Siesta Key village has you within listening distance to local bands and Gulf waves from the luxury of your porch. On the first level, you find an impressive bonus/media room with a wet bar, half bathroom; under-air laundry room with access to the pool, and a generous four-car garage with room for all your beach toys. Tranquility abounds...Directly on the white sands of Siesta Beach, this gorgeously updated Key West style beach house grants you the island lifestyle of your dreams. Easy accessibility to Siesta Key village has you within listening distance to local bands and Gulf waves from the luxury of your porch. On the first level, you find an impressive bonus/media room with a wet bar, half bathroom; under-air laundry room with access to the pool, and a generous four-car garage with room for all your beach toys. Tranquility abounds in upstairs living areas. Enjoy the ambiance of a crackling fire in the living room, complemented by soaring ceilings and expansive sliders overlooking the trees. Entertain guests of any occasion in the dining room that is open to the exquisite kitchen featuring a large cooktop island, Thermadore appliances, cabinet pantry, and coffee bar. The family room with sliding glass doors to covered patio and direct beach views affords the splendor of tropical breezes to drift through the home and effortless transition onto the wraparound deck. The third floor boasts the master retreat epitomizing sanctuary with an en-suite bath including dual sinks and shower, and private balcony. The whole family can claim their domains with the second bedroom providing a private bathroom and balcony and third bedroom offering access to the additional guest bath with privacy. This home is exquisitely designed by interior designer Meg Caswell from HGTV where no expenses were spared. All high-quality upgrades including Quarzite natural stone countertops, Ro Sham Beau lighting, custom cabinetry from Campbell's cabinets, backsplash by Ann Sachs, designer fabrics, custom vanities, and high end Kohler fixtures make this the home of your dreams. Impact glass windows and concrete hardy board on the exterior bestow peace of mind to last a lifetime. This gorgeous home combines the advantages of a large unattached home with the convenience of a small three-unit condominium association with rental income potential if you so choose. Whether you make this your primary residence, a vacation home, or investment property, this is a desirable home at an incredible opportunity for its premium Siesta Key location and return on investment. Your paradise dreams are realized on the Gulf of Mexico’s Siesta Beach.
  • Listed by: Tammy Mast 941.256.6543 tammymast@michaelsaunders.com Brokerage DRE #2005236 • MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Listing closed: 02/08/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: A4474527
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Property Information for 500 Beach Road, Unit 1

Property Details

  • Taxes: $22,466 / year
  • Condo/Co-op Fees: $450 / quarter
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Key West
  • Subdivision Name: SIESTA BEACH HOUSE
  • Township: 37
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Beach, Gulf/Ocean - Full

Building Information

  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Lot Size: 0.70 AC / 30,279 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 4693.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Name Number: 500
  • Community Features: Water Access, Waterfront, Deed Restrictions, Pool, Sidewalks
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: US 41 to west on Siesta Drive over bridge, follow Siesat Drive until it turns left and becomes Higel Ave. Go straight at the fork to right on Ocean Blvd. follow to left on Beach Road to 500 on the gulf side of road to Unit 1.
  • Elementary School: Southside Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Brookside Middle
  • High School: Sarasota High
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Dead-End, Street Unpaved
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Siesta Beach House
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 500
  • Street Name: BEACH
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • Unit Number: 1
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 36x19
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Golf Cart Parking, Ground Level, Guest, Open, Oversized, Split Garage, Under Building
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Includes: Community Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Pool Maintenance
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Association Name: Beach Road Condo Assoc
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Condo Land Included: No
  • Montly Maint Amt Addition To HOA: $0
  • Tax Book Number: 12-12
  • Tax Legal Description: UNIT 1 SIESTA BEACH HOUSE
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Property

Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: CoastalConstruction Control Line, Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County, Level, Near Public Transit, Street Dead-End
  • Parcel Number: 0082133001
  • Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
  • Water Access: Beach, Beach - Access Deeded, Gulf/Ocean
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: GULF OF MEXICO
  • Water Extras: Skiing Allowed
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Skiing Allowed
  • Zoning: RMF3
  • Zoning Compatible: Yes
  • Living Area: 3091
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1978
  • Association Amenities: Pool
  • Building Elevator: No
  • Flood Zone Code: VE
  • Flood Zone Date: 11-04-2016
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12115C0143F
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 17
  • Public Survey Section: 12
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
  • Pool Dimensions: Community
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Lighting
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private, Community
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Metal
  • Security Features: Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Beach, Gulf/Ocean
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 108
  • Number Of Stories: 3
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Bonus Room, Family Room, Inside Utility
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 13.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Window Treatments
  • Bathrooms Half: 1

Rental

Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 100

Property History for 500 Beach Road, Unit 1

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 8, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #689971322

$3,000,000—
Feb 8, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1450593621

$3,000,000

+10.2% / yr

Feb 8, 2021

Sold

MFRMLS #A4474527

$3,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/08/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #689971322

$3,000,000
02/08/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1450593621

$3,000,000

+10.2% / yr

02/08/2021

Sold

MFRMLS #A4474527

$3,000,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 500 Beach Road, Unit 1

Taxable Value

Land

-

Additions

$2,918,000
Total-

Tax Record

2025

$33,492 ($2,791 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,471 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,471 SqFt

Stories

2

Style

Condominium

Year Built

1978

Year Renovated

2013

Zoning

SKOD; RMF3

County

SARASOTA

APN

0082-13-3001

Fireplace Type

Has Fireplace

Schools near 500 Beach Road, Unit 1

This home is within Sarasota County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Brookside Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sarasota High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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