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494 SAPPHIRE DRIVE SARASOTA FL 34234 Sold 06/02/2025

Sold for $1,150,000
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494 SAPPHIRE DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34234 Sold 06/02/25 494 SAPPHIRE DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34234 Sold 06/02/25 494 SAPPHIRE DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34234 Sold 06/02/25 494 SAPPHIRE DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34234 Sold 06/02/25

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Overview of 494 Sapphire Dr

3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Car Garage
1,872 Square Feet
1,674SF Living Area
Pool:
Yes
Water: None
Year Built 1955

Don't miss this home for sale in Indian Beach Sapphire Shores! In the sought-after sapphire shores neighborhood, this beautifully updated three-bedroom, two-bath home offers a stylish and functional living space. From the moment you enter the private, lushly landscaped front courtyard, you'll be captivated by the home’s serene and secluded ambiance. The open layout seamlessly connects the living room, dining room, and kitchen creating an inviting atmosphere for everyday living and entertaining. The modern kitchen is a chef’s dream, boasting double center islands with ample storage, quartz countertops, a glass tile backsplash and 42-inch cabinets with frosted glass doors, soft-close drawers and under-cabinet lighting. High-end bosch stainless steel appliances include a french door refrigerator, a smooth-surface five-burner induction cooktop with a ceiling-mounted vented exhaust hood, a built-in convection oven and a microwave drawer. The study/den, complete with french doors opening onto the front courtyard, provides the space for a home office or an optional fourth bedroom. The primary bedroom offers a tranquil retreat, featuring french doors that lead to a private screened sitting area, a peaceful spot to enjoy your morning coffee while overlooking the lush backyard. From there, step into the ultimate outdoor sanctuary. The expansive backyard oasis is a highlight of this home, featuring a heated saltwater pool and spa framed by swaying palm trees, vibrant tropical landscaping and a tranquil koi pond. Expansive pavers with artificial turf accents create a seamless outdoor living space, complete with a gas grill and ample seating. A private outdoor shower adds convenience, while the detached, screened cabana offers a shaded retreat for relaxing or entertaining. Whether you’re unwinding in the spa, hosting a sunset gathering or simply enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature, this backyard is designed for relaxation. Additional highlights include impact-rated windows and doors (2024), terrazzo and travertine flooring, a natural gas tankless water heater, an irrigation system with a dedicated well and recently replaced underground waste pipes (2024). Just a short distance to the bayfront at sapphire shores park and minutes from downtown sarasota, this home offers the ultimate florida lifestyle, combining privacy, luxury and convenience.

This luxury single family home was built in 1955 and features 3 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms. This home for sale is 1,872 square feet, with 1,674 sq ft being air conditioned living space. The home has a has a private swimming pool.

Directions to this property are as follows: From Downtown Sarasota, Head North On N Tamiami Trl, Turn Left Onto Mecca Dr, Continue Onto Sapphire Dr. Home Is On The Left.

Please contact your ZFC agent for more information about MLS# MFRA4645631 or any other homes for sale in Sarasota or elsewhere in the Sarasota County area.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System

Other Equipment

Irrigation Equipment

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Central

Flooring

Terrazzo, Travertine

Parking

Driveway, On Street

Lot Dimensions

65x139

Lot Size

8915

View

Garden, Pool view

Construction Materials

Stucco, Frame

Interior Features

Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters

Exterior Features

French Doors, Garden, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors

Lot Features

City Limits, Landscaped, Level, Paved

Patio And Porch Features

Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened

Pool Features

Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water

Roof

Shingle

Window Features

Blinds, Storm Window(s), Shades

Utilities

B B/H S Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sprinkler Well

Laundry

Inside

Fencing

Wood

Spa Features

Heated, In Ground

Zoning

R S F2

Year Built

1955

Annual Real Estate Taxes

$6,072 (2024)

Legal Description

Lot 12 Blk C Sapphire Shores

Property Type

Single Family Home

Other Structures

Cabana, Outdoor Kitchen

Direction Faces

North

MLS Number

MFRA4645631

Universal Property Id

U S-12115-N-2001120052-R-N

Days On Market

37

Community Name

Sapphire Shores

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The payment calculator figures for 494 Sapphire Dr should be used as an estimate only. Loan terms including interest rate, and required downpayment will vary with each lender and/or individual. RE taxes for this home for sale are estimated based on the actual property taxes for this property for the tax year 2024 which are $6,072 but will likely change when this home sells. These estimations are calculated from a list price of $1,200,000 and a 25% down payment and do not include homeowners insurance which will vary greatly depending on the home characteristics and location.

Recent Home Sales near 494 Sapphire Dr

Address Sale Price Bed Bth Size Location Sale Date
360 N SHORE DR $Log in to view 3 2/1 3,088SF Sapphire Shores 03/20/2025
4700 BAY SHORE RD $Log in to view 3 2/0 2,707SF Sapphire Shores 09/12/2024
426 S SHORE DR $Log in to view 3 2/0 2,317SF Sapphire Shores 06/12/2025
4844 BRYWILL CIR $Log in to view 3 3/0 3,503SF Sapphire Shores 03/04/2025
5246 BAY SHORE RD $Log in to view 3 3/0 3,174SF Sapphire Shores 03/31/2025
470 ACACIA DR $Log in to view 3 3/0 2,606SF Sapphire Shores 03/07/2025
577 CORWOOD DR $Log in to view 4 2/0 2,858SF Sapphire Shores 07/28/2025
8160 GLENBROOKE CT $Log in to view 3 2/0 2,312SF Vintage Creek 07/15/2025
2427 WALKER CIR $Log in to view 3 2/0 2,124SF Central Heights 03/27/2025
3031 KIRBY LN $Log in to view 3 2/0 2,110SF N/a 12/06/2024
3830 SARASOTA AVE $Log in to view 3 2/0 2,088SF Northmoor Rep 11/29/2024
5012 EASTCHESTER DR $Log in to view 3 2/0 2,071SF Sapphire Heights 08/18/2025

MLS# MFRA4645631 Listing History

02/07/2025 Listed for sale by PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY with MLS# MFRA4645631 with a list price of $1,200,000.
06/02/2025 Sold For $1,150,000 by Kathleen Comerford with EXP REALTY LLC.

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Public Transportation

Manatee County Area Transit:

Route 99 BRADENTON/SARASOTA

Breeze Transit:

77 Siesta Islander

Breeze Transit:

Sarasota/SRQ/Bradenton

Breeze Transit:

Downtown/N Orange/US 301/SRQ

Manatee County Area Transit:

Route 99 BRADENTON/SARASOTA

This listing of 494 Sapphire Dr Sarasota FL 34234 was last updated on 2025-06-04 11:44:03. Listing courtesy of PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY.
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