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Property Description
Set on the exclusive southern tip of Bird Key, this exceptional waterfront estate offers breathtaking, unobstructed views of Sarasota Bay, unmatched privacy, and a level of craftsmanship rarely seen. Designed and built by the owners with longevity and quality in mind, the home stands as a testament to timeless architecture and enduring construction. Elevated above floodplain with a ground level at 9.5 feet and a main living level at 16.1 feet, this residence spans 4,618 square feet under air on the main level, with nearly 10,000 total square feet of secure space, including a nine-car garage with EV chargers, an elevator, and an expansive ground-floor flex room that must be seen to be believed. Key features include four en-suite bedrooms, plus a bonus room with closet, ideal as a fifth bedroom or office. Soaring 22-foot ceilings and a light-filled open/split floor plan. Concrete block construction on 71 pilings driven 37 feet into bedrock. Impact-rated windows and doors, concrete tile roof and whole-house generator. Chef's kitchen with water views, Thermador and Sub-Zero appliances, walk-in pantry, R/O system and water filtration throughout. Resort-style pool (recently renovated) overlooking Sarasota Bay, ready for your custom dock and boat lift. Striking entry with circular paver drive and beautiful tropical landscaping framing the property. With classic modern architecture, the interiors serve as a canvas for your personal design vision. Bird Key lifestyle where residents enjoy the option to join the Bird Key Yacht Club, offering boating, waterfront dining, tennis, fitness facilities, and a vibrant social calendar-from wine tastings and intellectual series to holiday celebrations and athletic events. Bird Key is positioned between the cultural energy of downtown Sarasota and the boutique shops and restaurants of St. Armands Circle, with Lido Beach just minutes away. If you're ready to have it all-privacy, luxury, location and waterfront living-schedule your private showing of this Bird Key gem today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 661 Mourning Dove Dr
General
- Sold For: $6,800,000
- HOA FEE: $89/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $32,052 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4663954
- Added to Site: 163 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 2 Months
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Security, Vehicle Restrictions
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Lap, Lighting
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Hurricane Shutters, Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 9
- Covered Spaces: 9
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Ground Level, Tandem
Location
- Area: 34236 - Sarasota
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
- Driving Directions: Take John Ringling Causeway to Bird Key Drive. Continue on Bird Key Drive past the Bird Key Yacht Club, continue towards the southern part of the island and turn left on Wild Turkey Lane. At the end turn right on Mourning Dove Drive, the home will be on the left.
- Direction Faces: Southeast
Community
- Community Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Special Community Restrictions
- Optional Amenities: Security, Vehicle Restrictions
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Melissa Johnson
- Assoc. Fees Include: Manager, Security
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Phone Available, Propane, Public, Sewer Connected, Solar, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Tile
- Windows: Shades, Storm Window(s)
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 4,618
- Sq. Ft. Source: Builder
- Living Area: 4,618 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1996
Lot Features
- Property View: Pool, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,000
- Lot Size: 15000
- Frontage: Street Paved
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Bay/Harbor, Intracoastal Waterway
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Bay/Harbor, Intracoastal Waterway
Green Features
- Energy Generation: Solar
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,069
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $32,052.09
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 27 BLK 23 BIRD KEY SUB
- Flood Zone Info: AE
- APN: 2018110004
- Property ID: 2018110004
- Block/Lot/Section: 23
Listed by Premier Sotheby's International Realty
Sold by Compass Florida Llc
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Schools
Schools serving 661 Mourning Dove Dr
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Southside Elementary School, Sarasota, FL 1901 Webber Street, Sarasota, FL 34239 | PK-5 | 1.6 mi |
Booker Middle School 2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234 | 6-8 | 4.4 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 661 Mourning Dove Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/03/2025
Sold
$6,800,000
-13.92%
MLS
9/04/2025
Listed
$7,900,000
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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.
661 Mourning Dove Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236 (MLS# A4663954) is a Single Family property that was sold at $6,800,000 on December 03, 2025. Want to learn more about 661 Mourning Dove 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.

