Sold
Last Sold Price
46,933 Lot Size1.08 Acres

8440 Sanderling Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242

LandProperty Type
1.08 acresLot Size
$5,400/yrHOA Fees

Description

Discover an unparalleled opportunity to build your dream estate in one of Siesta Key’s most exclusive and private Gulf-front enclaves. Welcome to 8440 Sanderling Road—an extraordinary homesite located within the prestigious, guard-gated Sanderling Club. Spanning over an acre and offering approximately 275 feet of direct beachfront along the Gulf of Mexico, this rare property is a true slice of paradise. Positioned on a pristine stretch of tropical Siesta Key beach and backed by the tranquil waters...Discover an unparalleled opportunity to build your dream estate in one of Siesta Key’s most exclusive and private Gulf-front enclaves. Welcome to 8440 Sanderling Road—an extraordinary homesite located within the prestigious, guard-gated Sanderling Club. Spanning over an acre and offering approximately 275 feet of direct beachfront along the Gulf of Mexico, this rare property is a true slice of paradise. Positioned on a pristine stretch of tropical Siesta Key beach and backed by the tranquil waters of Heron Lagoon, the lot also includes a kayak launch for private water access to the lagoon. Its unique positioning offers both expansive Gulf views and the peaceful serenity of lagoon frontage, creating a setting that’s as rare as it is breathtaking. Sanderling Club residents enjoy unmatched privacy, tropical beauty, and access to exclusive community amenities including a bayside marina, tennis courts, and 24-hour security. As a volunteer site for the Mote Marine Turtle Preservation Program, the property also plays a quiet role in local conservation efforts. Whether you envision a modern architectural statement or a secluded coastal retreat, this Gulf-to-lagoon homesite provides the canvas for a one-of-a-kind legacy property on Siesta Key.
  • Listed by: Jeff Hinrichs 941.456.1251 jeffhinrichs@michaelsaunders.com Brokerage DRE #226676 • MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Listing closed: 01/22/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: A4646191
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,675,000

Avg days on market

201

Sale-to-list ratio

83.4%

Sarasota, FL

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Location

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Sold By MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, Jeff Hinrichs

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Principal and Interest

$25,358

Property Taxes

$2,718

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 8440 Sanderling Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $32,619 / year
  • MLS Type: Land
  • Subdivision Name: SANDERLING CLUB
  • Township: 37S
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Gulf/Ocean - Full, Lagoon

Building Information

  • Lot Size: 1.08 AC

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Boat Slip, Dock, Water Access, Gated Community - Guard, Golf Carts OK, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: Stickney Point Road to Midnight Pass Rd on Siesta Key, turn left and head South. Sanderling club gate house is on your right. Follow Sanderling Road until the very end home is on the Gulf side.
  • Elementary School: Phillippi Shores Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sarasota Middle
  • High School: Riverview High
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Sanderling Club
  • Street Number: 8440
  • Street Name: SANDERLING
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Available For Lease: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: 24-Hour Guard, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: Sanderling Club
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Pet Size: Extra Large (101+ Lbs.)
  • Tax Block: F
  • Tax Book Number: 4-70
  • Tax Legal Description: S 50 FT OF LOT 1 ALL OF LOT 2 & N 25 FT OF LOT 3, SUBJECT TO PRIVATE RD R/W, BLK F, SIESTA PROPERTIES UNIT 1, CONTAINING 1.0 C-AC M/L
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Year: 2023

Property

Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Additional Water Information: Private Dock on Lagoon
  • Current Use: Residential
  • Lot Features: CoastalConstruction Control Line, In County, Private
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0 x 0
  • Parcel Number: 0128100003
  • Total Acreage: 1 to less than 2
  • Water Access: Gulf/Ocean, Lagoon
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: GULF OF MEXICO TO HERON LAGOON
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RE2
  • Lot Dimensions: 0 x 0
Property and Assessments
  • Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Security, Tennis Court(s)
  • Flood Zone Code: VE
  • Public Survey Range: 18E
  • Public Survey Section: 29
  • Dock YN: Yes
  • Dock Description: Dock - Wood, Dock w/Water Supply
  • Dock Dimensions: 0x0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Security Features: Gated Community
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping
  • Waterfront Features: Beach, Lagoon
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 550
Interior Features
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Water View: Yes

Rental

Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 8440 Sanderling Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 22, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926729069

$4,750,000—
Jan 22, 2026

Sold

MFRMLS #A4646191

$4,750,000—
Dec 23, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #A4646191

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/22/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926729069

$4,750,000
01/22/2026

Sold

MFRMLS #A4646191

$4,750,000
12/23/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #A4646191

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

Public Records for 8440 Sanderling Road

Taxable Value

Land

$3,902,500

Additions

$212,900
Total$4,115,400

Tax Record

2025

$47,235 ($3,936 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

4

Baths

4

Total Finished SqFt

3,302 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

3,302 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

46,933 SqFt

Style

Residential

Year Built

1969

Zoning

SKOD; RE2

County

SARASOTA

APN

0128-10-0003

Schools near 8440 Sanderling Road

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

Brookside Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sarasota High School
Public9 to 12

Imagine School At Palmer Ranch
CharterPK to 8

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 8440 Sanderling Road, Sarasota, FL 34242
$4,750,000
–
–
–
46,933
–
3
3
1,929
35,570
$1,600,000
2
1,128
27,289
$3,560,000
5
3,683
42,936
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3
3
2,735
20,601
$6,800,000
5
6,301
50,799

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Listing Courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, Jeff Hinrichs

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