For the first time The Higel Estate presents a rare opportunity to acquire 4200, 4189, and 4185 Shell Road, creating a 2.64-acre Gulf-front estate on Siesta Key with approximately 290ft of frontage along Sarasota Big Pass with a private beach. Rooted in the island's Old Florida character, the property brings together a collection of residences and an expanse of Gulf-front land rarely found along Sarasota's coastline. Built in 1953, the original main residence and guest house remain nestled among mature tropical landscaping, just steps from the private beach. Across the three parcels, the scale of the assemblage creates the opportunity to envision something extraordinary. Architectural plans by MHK Architecture illustrate the potential for an approximately 14,000sqft residence, transforming the acreage into one grand coastal estate. Alternatively, the existing residence could become the centerpiece of a private multi-residence compound, with a separate conceptual plan envisioning an approximately 8,000sqft residence across the additional parcels. These plans offer a glimpse of what may be possible, while the combined acreage leaves the door open to an entirely different vision, shaped by the ambitions of its next owner. Named after Sarasota pioneer Harry Higel, Higel Avenue holds a distinctive place in the history of Siesta Key. Today, its Gulf-front corridor remains one of the area's most coveted settings, where assembling acreage of this scale has become increasingly difficult. The Higel Estate brings together the elements that define a truly exceptional coastal offering: a meaningful stretch of Gulf frontage, a private beach, historic island character, and the rare opportunity to shape what comes next.
For sale
$25,500,000
4200 SHELL ROAD, SARASOTA, FL 34242
6beds
3,721sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
2.64 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$6,853/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private beachCollection of residencesExpanse of gulf-front land
- 7 hours
- 293
- 39
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hailey Kendall 727-902-6595,
WILLIAM RAVEIS - FLORIDA LLC 941-867-3901
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4708604
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Loft
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 4
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Outdoor Shower, Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,721
- Total interior livable area: 3,721 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Boat, Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Rear Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Private Entrance, Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground, Deck
- Fencing: Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Beach, Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Beach,Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Waterfront features: Beach, Gulf/Ocean, Beach Access, Gulf/Ocean Access, Intracoastal Waterway Access, Riprap, Seawall
- Body of water: GULF OF MEXICO
Lot
- Size: 2.64 Acres
- Features: FloodZone, In County, Landscaped, Oversized Lot, Private
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Additional parcels included: 0078130008
- Parcel number: 0079030007
- Zoning: RE2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Cottage,Florida,Historical,Key West
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stem Wall
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other
- Water: See Remarks
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: FIDDLER BAYOU
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $6,853/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $7,429,900
- Annual tax amount: $39,627
- Date on market: 10/15/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Other
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $25,500,000+603.4%$6,853/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4708604 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2012 | Listing removed | $3,625,000+9.8%$974/sqft |
Source: ILENE MIRMAN REALTY INC #A3952431 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2012 | Sold | $3,300,000-9%$887/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2012 | Price change | $3,625,000-6.5%$974/sqft |
Source: ILENE MIRMAN REALTY INC #A3952431 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2011 | Listed for sale | $3,875,000-7.7%$1,041/sqft |
Source: ILENE MIRMAN REALTY INC #A3952431 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2011 | Listing removed | $4,200,000$1,129/sqft |
Source: ILENE MIRMAN REALTY INC #A3941409 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2011 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000+37.7%$1,129/sqft |
Source: ILENE MIRMAN REALTY INC #A3941409 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2010 | Sold | $3,050,000$820/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,628 +3% | $3,373,560 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $38,485 +2.6% | $3,278,484 +3% |
| 2023 | $37,520 +2.1% | $3,182,994 +3% |
| 2022 | $36,739 -0.7% | $3,090,285 +3% |
| 2021 | $37,008 -0.8% | $3,000,277 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $37,294 +5.1% | $2,958,853 +4.6% |
| 2019 | $35,489 | $2,829,671 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $35,489 +1.8% | $2,776,910 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $34,870 -1.6% | $2,719,794 -34% |
| 2016 | $35,446 | $4,120,200 -1% |
| 2015 | $35,446 | $4,160,700 +61.2% |
| 2014 | $35,446 +0.4% | $2,581,800 |
| 2013 | $35,309 +19% | $2,581,800 +19% |
| 2012 | $29,668 +1.4% | $2,169,700 -0.4% |
| 2011 | $29,266 -7.6% | $2,177,800 -5% |
| 2010 | $31,674 +182.5% | $2,291,500 +159.9% |
| 2009 | $11,213 | $881,684 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $11,213 +1.1% | $880,803 +3% |
| 2007 | $11,091 | $855,149 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $834,292 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $809,992 +3% |
| 2004 | $11,741 -1.3% | $786,400 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $11,890 +3.2% | $771,737 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $11,522 +7.1% | $753,649 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $10,756 +2.6% | $741,780 +3% |
| 2000 | $10,484 | $720,175 |
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Neighborhood: 34242
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Phillippi Shores Elementary
- Middle: Sarasota Middle
- High: Sarasota High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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