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  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 2,790 Sq. Ft.
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One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. 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 BATHROOMS making it ideal for hosting loved ones and guests. The interior has been thoughtfully updated from 2017 through 2024 blending modern comfort with timeless charm. Interior Highlights Include: An expansive great room with a DUAL-SIDED WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE, a gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink and pot filler. Three bedrooms on the main level, including one en-suite, and a second-floor master suite with a PRIVATE BALCONY OFFERING BREATHTAKING SUNRISE AND SUNSET VIEWS. Step outside and feel like you're on vacation every day. The lush, tropical grounds are packed with resort-style amenities: Tiki hut with a full bar and grill, two fire pits, five-zone low-voltage night lighting creating a magical evening ambiance, heated pool and spa, boat lift, a new boathouse (2019) and new seawall (2023/2024). Additional Upgrades: Two new A/C units (2019), septic-to-sewer conversion (2018). Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this home offers privacy without sacrificing accessibility. You're just a short bike ride to the Gulf beaches, near The Landings for shopping and dining, and minutes from downtown Sarasota's vibrant arts and culture scene.

Full Property Details for 5500 Merrimac Dr

General

  • Price: $1,770,000
  • Taxes: $6,536 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4684914
  • Updated: Today (3/4/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 1 Month

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 8
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Inside

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: In Ground
  • Spa: Yes

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Sliding Doors

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Spaces: 2

Location

  • Area: 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
  • County: Sarasota
  • Development Name: 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
  • Subdivision: PHILLIPPI GARDENS 08
  • Driving Directions: Rte. 41/Tamiami Trail to Constitution Blvd. East on Constitution. Left on Merrimac to address.
  • Direction Faces: Southwest

School Information

  • Elementary School: Phillippi Shores Elementary
  • Middle School: Brookside Middle
  • High School: Riverview High

Community

  • Community Name: 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water District: PHILLIPPI CREEK
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected

Structural Information

  • Exterior Const.: Stucco
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories/Levels: Two
  • Square Feet: 2,790
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1974

Lot Features

  • Property View: Water
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.61
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 26,520
  • Lot Size: 26520
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Desc: Canal - Saltwater
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water Front Name: PHILLIPPI CREEK
  • Water Front Desc.: Bayou, Saltwater Canal

Financial Considerations

  • Assoc Fee Desc.: None
  • Tax Amount: $6,536.69
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: LOT 162 PHILLIPPI GARDENS UNIT 8 OR 1006-864
  • Flood Zone Info: AE/x
  • APN: 86060021
  • Property ID: 86060021
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation: 3%
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Schools serving 5500 Merrimac Dr

School District:Sarasota County School District
NameGradesDistance
Riverview High School, Sarasota, FL
1 Ram Way, Sarasota, FL 34231
9-120.7 mi
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
4747 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231
PK-50.8 mi
Brookside Middle School
3636 South Shade Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34239
6-81.8 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5500 Merrimac Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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3/04/2026
Listed
$1,770,000
293.33%
MLS
7/21/2017
Sold
$450,000
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Tax History for 5500 Merrimac Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,530
-12%
$515,391
5%
2024
$6,306
3%
$492,120
3%
2023
$6,096
3%
$477,786
3%
2022
$5,914
—
$463,870
3%
2021
$5,914
—
$450,359
1%
2021
$5,914
5%
$444,141
5%
2019
$5,640
5%
$424,639
2%
2018
$5,369
35%
$416,721
38%
2017
$3,977
—
$302,391
2%
2016
$3,979
-2%
$296,171
1%
2015
$4,055
—
$294,112
1%
2014
$4,051
—
$291,778
2%
2013
$4,046
—
$287,466
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5500 Merrimac Drive, Sarasota, FL 34231 (MLS# A4684914) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 5500 Merrimac Drive is currently listed for $1,770,000 and was received on March 04, 2026. This property is listed by Abbe Ross Team from our Longboat Key Office.Want to learn more about 5500 Merrimac 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.

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