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$3,500,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,970 Sq. Ft.
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This canal-front home on Bird Key offers direct boating access with no bridges to Sarasota Bay or the Gulf. Located one lot in from the corner, the residence includes 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and approximately 2,970 square feet of living space and 136 linear feet of water frontage just off the open bay. A circular paver driveway and mature landscaping create an inviting entrance. Inside, large tile floors run through the main living areas, and French doors provide abundant natural light while opening directly to the pool and screened lanai. The kitchen features black stone countertops, white cabinetry with glass accents, stainless steel appliances and a black-and-white tile backsplash. An adjacent dining area connects easily to both the kitchen and living spaces. The split-bedroom layout offers privacy and flexibility. Two bedrooms have en-suite baths and direct pool access, making them ideal for guests. One suite includes French doors to the pool and an updated bath with built-in shelving and a glass-enclosed corner shower. The primary suite also opens to the pool and includes wood flooring, a custom walk-in closet, dual vanities, a soaking tub and a separate walk-in shower. The screened lanai surrounds a large pool and provides covered seating areas for outdoor living. A private dock sits on a quiet canal with quick access to Sarasota Bay, making it easy to get out on the water. Living on Bird Key means more than just waterfront access. The neighborhood is known for its private, residential setting with wide streets and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy proximity to downtown Sarasota, Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle, all just minutes away. Homeowners also have the option to join the Bird Key Yacht Club, which is currently being rebuilt from the ground up. The new club will offer updated dining, social spaces, fitness facilities and marina amenities, further enhancing the boating and social lifestyle that defines the island.

Full Property Details for 488 Meadow Lark Dr

General

  • Sold For: $3,500,000
  • HOA FEE: $110/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: $22,361 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4681977
  • Added to Site: 103 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 2 Months

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 9
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Furnishings: Negotiable
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated, In Ground

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Irrigation System
  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Rear Porch
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Rear Porch

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener

Location

  • Area: 34236 - Sarasota
  • County: Sarasota
  • Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
  • Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
  • Driving Directions: From Downtown Sarasota, take John Ringling Causeway to Bird Key Dr, Continue to Pheasant Dr, Right on Meadow Lark Dr, on Right side.
  • Direction Faces: East

Community

  • Community Name: 34236 - Sarasota
  • Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK
  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Name: Bird Key Homeowners Association / Melissa Johnson
  • Pet Restrictions: See Documents

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water District: SARASOTA BAY
  • Water: Public, Well
  • Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Other
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
  • Roof: Other
  • Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Shutters, Window Treatments
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Square Feet: 2,970
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Living Area: 2,970 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1970

Lot Features

  • Property View: Pool, Water
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,924
  • Lot Size: 15924
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Desc: Canal - Saltwater
  • Water Front Name: SARASOTA BAY
  • Water Front Desc.: Saltwater Canal

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $1,315
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
  • Tax Amount: $22,361.34
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: LOT 42 BLK 13 BIRD KEY SUB
  • Flood Zone Info: AE
  • APN: 2012140007
  • Property ID: 2012140007
  • Block/Lot/Section: 13

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Schools serving 488 Meadow Lark Dr

School District:Sarasota County School District
NameGradesDistance
Southside Elementary School, Sarasota, FL
1901 Webber Street, Sarasota, FL 34239
PK-51.6 mi
Booker Middle School
2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234
6-84.1 mi
Booker High School
3201 North Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34234
9-123.5 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 488 Meadow Lark Dr

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/02/2026
Sold
$3,500,000
-2.78%
MLS
2/10/2026
Listed
$3,600,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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488 Meadow Lark Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236 (MLS# A4681977) is a Single Family property that was sold at $3,500,000 on April 02, 2026. This property was listed by Bruce Myer Group from our Longboat Key Office.Want to learn more about 488 Meadow Lark Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sarasota? You can browse all Sarasota real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.