Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/02/2026
Listed
$5,150,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Remarkable, elevated waterfront residence ideally positioned in the prestigious Bird Key neighborhood. Custom built in 2005 by renowned builder Steve Murray of Murray Homes, it reflects exceptional craftsmanship, structural integrity, and enduring quality. Purposefully designed to maximize its setting on the wider Dolphin waterway, just a few homes from open Sarasota Bay, the property offers both protected dockage and quick bay access. With undeniable presence, the home stands tall and commanding, defined by strong architectural lines. A long, paved driveway, framed by six striking Royal Palms, enhances the sense of scale on arrival. Inside, soaring 23-foot ceilings immediately reveal the home's true volume. The thoughtfully designed floor plan allows the residence to live grandly while still offering intimate spaces for everyday comfort. The chef's kitchen, with breakfast bar and center island, flows seamlessly into the family room and informal dining area. A formal living room with decorative natural stone fireplace opens through French doors to the water facing terrace, while the formal dining room balances its dramatic ceiling height with an inviting and intimate ambiance. The first-floor primary suite offers terrace access, an en-suite bath, large walk-in closet, coffee bar, and beverage refrigerator. A solid wooden staircase leads upstairs to a second primary suite featuring dual walk-in closets, en-suite bath, coffee bar, beverage refrigerator, and a private water-facing terrace perfect for sunrise views over the canal and bay. An additional en-suite guest bedroom is privately situated upstairs. A fourth bedroom, currently used as an office with built-ins and a Murphy bed, opens through French doors to a waterfront terrace. Outdoor living is equally impressive in both scale and design with a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, generous covered seating areas, fire pit, and a 30-foot pool with spillover spa and programmable lighting. The dock features 20,000 lb. and 5,000 lb. boat lifts with direct access to Sarasota Bay via the wide Dolphin waterway. The property includes two full two-car garages with direct interior access. With the added benefit of a new in 2025 roof, this residence is built strong, elevated, and designed to impress, combining commanding architecture with a prime boating location. Living on Bird Key places you minutes from downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Lido Beach, and the soon-to-reopen Bird Key Yacht Club, anticipated in 2026 as one of Sarasota's premier destinations for boating, tennis, dining, and social life.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 617 N Owl Dr
General
- Price: $5,150,000
- HOA FEE: $110/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $21,897 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4684085
- Updated: Today (3/2/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 2 Months
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Decorative, Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Travertine, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: Above Ground
- Security/Safety: Security System Owned
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Fire Pit, French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox
- Deck/Patio: Deck, Patio
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Covered Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
Location
- Area: 34236 - Sarasota
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
- Driving Directions: From John Ringling Bridge enter Bird Key Drive, At stop sign turn right to stay on Bird Key Dr, turn left into North Owl dr, the home is on the left.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Southside Elementary
- Middle School: Pine View School
- High School: Pine View School
Community
- Community Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Melissa Johnson
- Assoc. Fees Include: 24-Hour Guard, Manager
- Pet Restrictions: No Restriction
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water District: DOLPHIN
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Propane, Street Lights, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 4,382
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 2005
Lot Features
- Property View: Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,000
- Lot Size: 15000
- Lot Dimensions: 150 x 100
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Canal - Saltwater
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water Front Name: DOLPHIN
- Water Front Desc.: Saltwater Canal
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,315
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $21,897
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 12 BLK 22 BIRD KEY SUB
- Flood Zone Info: AE
- APN: 2012140029
- Property ID: 2012140029
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Schools
Schools serving 617 N Owl Dr
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Southside Elementary School, Sarasota, FL 1901 Webber Street, Sarasota, FL 34239 | PK-5 | 1.7 mi |
Booker Middle School 2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234 | 6-8 | 4.2 mi |
Booker High School 3201 North Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34234 | 9-12 | 3.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 617 N Owl Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 617 N Owl Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$21,963
1%
$1,520,976
3%
2024
$21,825
3%
$1,478,111
3%
2023
$21,239
2%
$1,435,059
3%
2022
$20,790
-1%
$1,393,261
3%
2021
$20,927
—
$1,352,681
1%
2021
$20,927
1%
$1,334,005
2%
2019
$20,646
2%
$1,304,013
2%
2018
$20,320
1%
$1,279,699
2%
2017
$20,092
—
$1,253,378
2%
2016
$20,078
-1%
$1,227,598
1%
2015
$20,382
—
$1,219,065
1%
2014
$20,367
—
$1,209,390
2%
2013
$20,333
—
$1,191,517
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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617 N Owl Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236 (MLS# A4684085) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 617 N Owl Drive is currently listed for $5,150,000 and was received on March 02, 2026. This property is listed by Yvette Sellyn from our Longboat Key Office.Want to learn more about 617 N Owl 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.