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$5,495,000

1479 BAY POINT DR
SARASOTA, FL 34236
Listed by Jennifer Linehan · MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
Living area
3,783 sqft
Year built
1949

About this home

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.

Highlights

WaterfrontPrivate pool

Property details

MLS
Stellar MLS
MLS #
MFRA4647998
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
BAY POINT PARK
Status
Active
Days on market
525
On market date
April 8, 2025
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
3
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.49 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

ElementaryCharter
SUNCOAST SCHOOL FOR INNOVATIVE STUDIES
0.95 mi away · Grades -1-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
144
Student:teacher ratio
10.3:1
District
SARASOTA
MiddleCharter
SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES
1.27 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
752
Student:teacher ratio
18.8:1
District
SARASOTA
High
SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL
0.88 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
2,508
Student:teacher ratio
20.1:1
District
SARASOTA

Walkability

Blended score for SARASOTA's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

71
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
11.5 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Google Places amenity density
90 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores2
Parks9
Schools11
Transit stops20
Pharmacies6

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in SARASOTA, from live MLS data.

On the market 525 days -- 357 more days than SARASOTA's current average of 168 days.
For reference, the median list price across 4,720 active listings in SARASOTA right now is $365,000.

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Est. monthly payment
$33,242/mo
$1,099,000 down
$4,396,000 loan
Principal & interest$28,512
Property tax (est.)$4,579
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 15, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.