$5,495,000
Active1479 Bay Point Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
4 beds · 3 baths · 3,783 sq ft
Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · MLS# A4647998
568 days on market
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About this home
What’s special
- Waterfront lot
- Protected sailboat water
- No bridges to Gulf
- Ringling Bridge views
- Half-acre parcel
- Walkable to Selby Gardens
AI-selected highlights from the listing description below.
Being in the same family for 75 years, this is a rare opportunity to own a stunning, nearly half-acre waterfront lot in the highly desirable Bay Point Park neighborhood of Sarasota. Situated on protected sailboat water with no bridges to the Gulf of Mexico, this unique property offers unparalleled access to the serene waters of Sarasota Bay, with breathtaking views of the iconic Ringling Bridge and the vibrant downtown Sarasota skyline. Enjoy a truly walkable lifestyle with the best of Sarasota at your doorstep. Stroll to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, the charming shops and gourmet restaurants of downtown, the quaint Southside Village, and the renowned Morton's Gourmet Market—all just moments away. Tucked away in a tropical oasis, this secluded lot offers privacy, tranquility and convenience, providing the perfect setting for a custom-built home with sweeping waterfront views. Located in one of the most sought-after West of the Trail neighborhoods, this large waterfront parcel presents a unique opportunity to create a luxurious sanctuary in one of Sarasota's most coveted locations. Whether you’re an avid sailor or simply appreciate the beauty of coastal living, this property is your perfect canvas. Don’t miss the chance build your dream home on this exceptional slice of Sarasota paradise—where the natural beauty, luxury, and lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of can finally become a reality.
Facts
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1949
- Bathrooms
- 3 full
- Living area
- 3,783 sqft
- Lot size
- 0.49 acres
- Waterfront
- Yes · 90 ft
- Water access
- Bay/Harbor, Canal - Saltwater, Intracoastal Waterway
- Water view
- Yes
- Private pool
- Yes
- Exposure
- South
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
- Flood zone
- AE, VE
- CDD
- No
- 55+ community
- No
- Annual taxes
- $20,291/yr
- Monthly fees
- $10/mo
- Listed
- Apr 8, 2025
- MLS #
- A4647998
Price & status history
- Listed for $5,500,000
- Price reduced to $5,495,000from $5,695,000
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Estimate by Lasbury Tracy Realty — not a loan offerStarting figures for 1479 BAY POINT DR. Everything below is editable.
AssumptionNot a quoted rate. Ask a lender what you actually qualify for today.
From this listingThe seller's most recent annual tax bill as reported to the MLS. Your bill will differ — Florida reassesses on sale and homestead caps reset.
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AssumptionNot applied — your down payment is 20% or more.
Estimated total monthly payment
$34,066
$27,786 of that is principal & interest. 18% is taxes, insurance and fees — which is why those inputs matter more here than the rate does.
- Principal & interest
- $27,786
- Property taxes
- $1,691
- Homeowners insurance
- $4,579
- Flood insurance
- $0
- HOA / condo fees
- $10
- Mortgage insurance (PMI)
- $0
- Total per month
- $34,066
Over the life of the loan
- Loan amount
- $4,396,000
- Down payment
- $1,099,000
- Total interest
- $5,606,856
- Principal + interest paid
- $10,002,856
- Paid off in
- 2056
Interest is the exact schedule total for a fixed-rate loan held to term and assumes no extra payments. Taxes, insurance and fees are not included in these lifetime figures because they change every year.
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1479 Bay Point Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · MLS# A4647998 · Active
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