$7,199,999
1541 Bay Point Drive
Sarasota, FL 34236
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
Waterfront Luxury Home in Sarasota’s Prestigious Bay Point! This waterfront luxury home on coveted Bay Point Drive offers the perfect blend of timeless Georgian Colonial architecture and modern, high-end upgrades. With over 6,300 sq. ft. of high-and-dry living space, this move-in ready residence remained untouched by recent hurricanes—an exceptional advantage in a prime coastal location. Inside, the home showcases high ceilings, an open floor plan, and multiple living spaces designed for both comfort and sophistication. The grand foyer leads to a formal dining room ideal for entertaining and a classic living room perfect for quiet gatherings. The expansive great room flows seamlessly into the chef’s kitchen, featuring premium appliances, abundant counter space, and a true gourmet layout designed for everyday living and hosting. The home offers four bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, each recently updated with luxury finishes, and upgraded fixtures. A private home theater/media room provides an immersive retreat for movie nights and entertaining. The oversized primary suite is a standout, boasting a spa-like bathroom and an extraordinary walk-in closet with room for even the most extensive wardrobe. Every detail throughout the home reflects thoughtful design and elevated comfort. Car enthusiasts will appreciate the eight-car garage, offering extensive room for collectors, storage, or creative hobbies. Outdoors, the property embraces its waterfront setting along the picturesque Hudson Bayou. Enjoy breathtaking water views, enhanced by lush, refreshed landscaping and the iconic Selby Gardens as your backdrop. This is truly a boater’s paradise, offering direct deep-water access to Sarasota Bay in under two minutes via a private dock with a 27,000 lb lift (removable for a 70’ shallow-draft boat), 4’ depth at mean low water, and approximately 6' in the channel. The manicured landscape, shaded seating areas, and expansive terraces create a resort-style outdoor living experience perfect for both everyday relaxation and unforgettable events. This enchanting property has hosted weddings, milestone celebrations, and family gatherings—all framed by the natural beauty of the bayou. Situated between Harbor Acres and Downtown Sarasota, the home offers unmatched convenience—just minutes from world-class beaches, dining, shopping, marinas, parks, and cultural attractions. More than a home, this is a legacy waterfront estate where luxury, lifestyle, and location come together in the most extraordinary way. Welcome to Bay Point!
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history406 days on market
- Status: ActiveMay 21, 2026
- Listed$8,309,000Jan 17, 2025
- Price reduced$7,199,999
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 406
- Subdivision
- Bay Point Park 2
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1996
- Living area
- 6,368 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $1,131
- Building area
- 13,017 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 19,000 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/4 to less than 1/2
- Flood zone
- AE (12115C0133G)
- Garage
- 8 spaces
- Pool
- Private pool
- Annual taxes
- $52,260 (2023)
- Parcel #
- 2036110003
- Zoning
- RSF1
- MLS #
- A4634377
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 4
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Carpet, Marble, Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Trash Compactor, Washer, Water Softener, Wine Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vaccum, Crown Molding, Dumbwaiter, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Closet, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- Three Or More
- Direction faces
- South
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s), Zoned
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 8
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Circular Driveway, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, On Street, Oversized, Tandem, Basement, Workshop in Garage
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 1-7 Days
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Properties located in the City of Sarasota have a minimum lease period for a SFH of 1 week. Please review the information at https://www.sarasotafl.gov/government/development-services/vacation-rentals
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- French Doors, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Rain Gutters
- Construction materials
- Cement Siding, Stucco, Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Pool
- Private pool
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Propane, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | 14x17 |
| Dining Room | First | 14x18 |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Great Room | First | 18x23 |
| Family Room | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 20x25 |
| Primary Bathroom | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | 14x16 |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 12x14 |
| Bedroom 4 | Second | 16x18 |
| Media Room | Upper | 20x32 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2025-01-16
- On market date
- 2025-01-17
- Original list price
- $8,309,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34236 - Sarasota
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-05-21
- Tax legal description
- LOT 7 BAY POINT PARK
Flood risk
FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
Head north on US-41. Left onto Bay Rd. Continue onto S Osprey Ave. Turn left onto Bay Point Dr., 1541 Bay Point Dr will be on your right.
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