216 BIRD KEY DRIVE
SARASOTA, FL 34236
Location
About this home
Experience spectacular sunsets over Little Sarasota Bay from this extraordinary Bird Key waterfront residence, where coveted western exposure and 100 feet of deepwater shoreline create an incomparable setting for luxury coastal living. Set on an expansive 15,000-square-foot homesite, this beautifully reimagined two-story, five-bedroom, six-bath residence captures breathtaking open-bay views and offers exceptional boating access directly from your backyard. An extensive, top-to-bottom renovation has transformed the residence into an elegant coastal retreat designed for effortless living. A dramatic grand foyer with soaring vaulted ceilings sets the tone for the refined interiors, enhanced by high-end designer lighting, automated blinds, custom interior doors, and beautifully curated finishes throughout. The expansive main living area features vaulted ceilings with exposed decorative beams, a built-in bar, and natural gas fireplace. Wall-to-wall hurricane-rated sliding glass doors frame sweeping views across Little Sarasota Bay while filling the home with natural light. Automatic hurricane shutters provide additional storm protection, while elegant engineered hardwood flooring and custom tile flow throughout the residence. The completely renovated kitchen and breakfast area are equally suited to everyday living and entertaining, featuring custom cabinetry, striking quartzite surfaces, an expansive center island, and premium appliances. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers two luxurious primary suites. The first-floor suite provides direct terrace access, while the second-floor retreat opens to a private balcony overlooking the bay. Both primary baths have been reimagined as spa-inspired sanctuaries with custom cabinetry, soaking tubs, dual vanities, and spacious walk-in showers. Every bathroom has been beautifully remodeled with quartzite surfaces, while custom-designed walk-in closets and organizational systems provide exceptional storage throughout. Outside, the residence unfolds into a private waterfront resort. An expansive terrace surrounds the saltwater lap pool and elevated spa, creating an exceptional setting for entertaining, relaxing, and watching magnificent sunsets over the bay. White porcelain pavers, refreshed waterline tile, upgraded exterior stonework, and a newly improved seawall complete the waterfront setting. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the composite deepwater dock with approximately 12 feet of water depth, dock lighting, custom swim ladder, 14,000-pound boat lift, and two Jet Ski lifts. Boating, fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and sunset cruises are all just steps from your door. Bird Key is one of Sarasota’s most prestigious island communities, ideally positioned between Downtown Sarasota and Lido Key. Enjoy effortless access to Sarasota Yacht Club, St. Armands Circle, Lido Beach, and downtown Sarasota’s exceptional dining, shopping, arts, and culture. Adding to the appeal is the highly anticipated new Bird Key Yacht Club, envisioned as an exceptional waterfront destination for dining, recreation, and social experiences. This is a rare opportunity to experience the very best of Sarasota waterfront living, where mornings begin on the bay, afternoons are spent on the water, and spectacular sunsets provide the perfect ending to each day.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Living area
- 5,287 sqft
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Tile
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Stories
- 2
- Features
- Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings…
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range…
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 15,000 sqft (0.34 ac)
- Pool
- Yes
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Roof
- Slate
- Construction
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Exterior
- Balcony, Hurricane Shutters, Lighting
Parking
- Garage
- 2 spaces
Financial
- HOA dues
- $1,315 / annually
- Annual tax
- $67,791 (2025)
- Price / sqft
- $1512/sqft
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public
Property
- Property type
- Single Family
- Year built
- 1995
- Subdivision
- BIRD KEY SUB
- County
- Sarasota
Assigned schools
- Elementary
- Southside Elementary
- Middle
- Sarasota Middle
- High
- Riverview High
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 13 days
- MLS #
- MFR802094794
- Source
- Stellar MLS
Listed by Tricia Rudd · KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S
Listing data provided by Stellar MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOA- Principal & interest
- $40,427/mo
- Property tax
- $5,649/mo
- Home insurance
- Left out until you enter a quote
- HOA dues
- $110/mo
Opens at 20% down over 30 years at 6.5%, the same assumptions as the answers below. Property tax is this listing's own 2025 bill. Insurance is left out until you enter a quote, because Florida premiums turn on roof age, elevation and carrier. Every field is editable.
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Price history
From the property’s MLS record.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | Listed | $7,995,000 | — |
Neighbourhood
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Frequently asked questions
What would 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA cost per month?
About $46,186 a month: $40,427 principal and interest, $5,649 property tax, $110 HOA. That assumes 20% down at 6.5% over 30 years, and leaves out insurance.
Is 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA priced fairly?
Comparable homes nearby put it between $7,124,603 and $8,197,123, with $7,660,863 in the middle. Those are asking prices, not closed sales: 8 properties of the same type within three miles, each within 20% of this one's size and a bedroom either way, at a median of $1,449 a square foot.
How does 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA compare to nearby homes?
8 comparable properties within three miles. The nearest: 101 SEAGULL LANE, SARASOTA, FL at $6,990,000, 5,176 sq ft, 0.16 miles away; 344 ROYAL FLAMINGO DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL at $6,850,000, 4,344 sq ft, 0.44 miles away; 367 ROYAL FLAMINGO DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL at $3,995,000, 5,257 sq ft, 0.54 miles away.
How long has 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA been on the market?
5 days on the market.
Has the price of 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA changed?
The price has not moved since it was listed.
How big is 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA?
5 bed, 6 bath, 5,287 square feet. That is $1,512 a square foot.
What year was 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA built?
Built in 1995.
What is the HOA fee at 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA?
The association fee works out to $110 a month.
What are the property taxes at 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA?
Property tax works out to about $5,649 a month, $67,791 a year, on the 2025 assessment.
Is 216 BIRD KEY DRIVE, SARASOTA still available?
It is still on the market.
