8440 Sanderling Rd

46,933 / 1.08
Lot Size / Acres

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.
  1. Listed by Jeff Hinrichs • Brokerage DRE #226676 • MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
    P: (941)-456-1251 C: (941)-456-1251 jeffhinrichs@michaelsaunders.com

Property Details for 8440 Sanderling Road

Subdivision Name
SANDERLING CLUB
Township
37S
View
Water
Waterfront
Yes
Water View
Gulf/Ocean - Full, Lagoon
LISTING UPDATED: 01/23/2026 02:08 PM

Property Details for 8440 Sanderling Road

StatusSold
MLS #A4646191
Days on Market270
Taxes$32,619 / year
HOA Fees$5,400 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
Lot Size1.08 AC
CountySarasota County

Location

Listing Courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, Jeff Hinrichs

Sold By MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, Jeff Hinrichs

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Building Information for 8440 Sanderling Road

Lot Size1.08 AC

Payment Calculator

$27,087 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$23,919

Property Taxes

$2,718

HOA Dues

$450

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Property Information for 8440 Sanderling Road

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

Jul 11, 2025

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #A4621267

$6,000,000
Mar 28, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4646191

$6,000,000
Mar 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4646191

$6,700,000
Dec 23, 2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4621267

Sep 27, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #A4621267

$6,700,000
Sep 27, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #A4621267

$6,000,000
Sep 13, 2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4621267

$6,700,000
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

07/11/2025

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #A4621267

$6,000,000
03/28/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4646191

$6,000,000
03/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4646191

$6,700,000
12/23/2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4621267

09/27/2024

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #A4621267

$6,700,000
09/27/2024

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #A4621267

$6,000,000
09/13/2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4621267

$6,700,000

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

Public Records for 8440 Sanderling Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,902,500Additions$212,900Total$4,115,400
Tax Record2025$47,235 ($3,936 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,302 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,302 SqFtStories2Lot Size46,933 SqFtStyleResidentialYear Built1969ZoningSKOD; RE2CountySARASOTAAPN0128-10-0003

Schools near 8440 Sanderling Road

This home is within Sarasota.
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

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Listing Courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, Jeff Hinrichs

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