Private Beach. 2 large pets allowed. Rarely available 2 bed/ 2 bath with one car garage in the sought-after community of Sandy Cove on Siesta Key. Unobstructed view of the spring-fed lake and fountain from the living room and kitchen. Under a ½ mile to Siesta Key Village. This unit truly is one-of-a-kind, and ideal as a seasonal getaway or for year-round enjoyment. With nearly 1,500 square feet of living space and steeped in mid-century charm, this one-story villa has exposed brick, classic lines and “great bones”. Designed by award-winning Sarasota School of Architecture Architect Frank Folsom Smith, this exceptional condo features high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling sliders and atrium-like windows that allow natural light to flow throughout. A separate formal dining area with wet bar, a small office nook overlooking the screened in private courtyard, as well as a passthrough from the kitchen to the living room, all add to the unique charm of this unit. The spacious kitchen features granite countertops and ample cupboard space. Nicely updated bathrooms with an ensuite bath in the master, plenty of closet space and direct access to the home from the one-car garage, as well as a parking spot right outside your front door. New roof in 2018. With the Gulf of Mexico steps from your door, magnificent sunsets and panoramic views are yours to enjoy daily. The private beach in a tropical cove, and a fishing pier on Big Pass on the Gulf of Mexico make for unbeatable spots for fishing, kayaking and paddleboarding. Recline in a beach chair and enjoy tropical breezes while relaxing with a good book on the pristine private beach, designated only for those who reside in Sandy Cove section #1. Take a stroll to the Sunday Farmer's Market in the heart of Siesta Key “Village”, with its shops, cafes, restaurants, and outdoor venues, and lively local musicians providing the perfect mix of modern-day amenities and old island charm. Go for a swim in the spring-fed Cedar Lake just off your back patio or ride your bike to the sparkling sands of Siesta Key Beach, consistently ranked as the #1 beach in the nation. A short drive away you will find Downtown Sarasota and St. Armand’s Circle, world-renowned for their arts & cultural offerings, where you will enjoy a plethora of fine dining and shopping options, Lovers of the Arts can take in the world-class Sarasota Orchestra, the Ringling Museum, or a performance at the Opera House, as well as a bevy of award-winning theatrical venues and art galleries. For outdoor enthusiasts, golfers and boat lovers, the choices abound! So, come bask in the Florida sunshine and luxuriate in the sparkling blue waters of Siesta Key beach. Walk into this living postcard, then swim, collect shells and soak up the sun… or spend the day doing exactly nothing.
Sold for $800,000 on 01/31/23
$800,000
38 Sandy Cove Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242
2beds
1,471sqft
Condominium
Built in 1968
-- sqft lot
$809,200 Zestimate®
$544/sqft
$4,465 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 26, 2024 at 07:57pm
Listing Provided by:
Robin Leonardi 941-685-6270,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-349-3444
Bought with:
Walter Shepherd, 3308625
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4536541
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x15.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x15.1
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8.1x24.5
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7.5x15.1
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Wet Bar
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.3x15.75
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 6.1x15
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.8x20.1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Shades, Shutters, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,591
- Total interior livable area: 1,471 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 12X26
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Beach Access, Gulf/Ocean Access, Lake Privileges, Fishing Pier
- Body of water: CEDAR LAKE, BIG PASS, GULF
Lot
- Features: Near Public Transit
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0080081014
- Zoning: RMF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick, Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete,Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Fishing, Water Access, Waterfront, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions
Location
- Region: Sarasota
- Subdivision: SANDY COVE
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,038 monthly
- Amenities included: Maintenance, Recreation Facilities
- Services included: Common Area Taxes, Reserve Fund, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Manager, Pest Control, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Association name: Steve Dehart
- Association phone: 941-460-5560
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Condominium
- Road surface type: Paved
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