$3,149,000
5800 Tidewood Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34231
Listing updated: June 14, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
Welcome to ‘The Retreat at Tidewood’, a boater’s paradise nestled in one of Sarasota’s most desirable and secluded waterfront communities. Imagine living just minutes from downtown, fine dining, and shopping, all without the hassle of an HOA. This home offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility for those who love life on the water. Elevated 12 feet, this residence ensures peace of mind protection from flooding. Step inside to discover an updated gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry and premium finishes, a spacious living and dining room, and a luxurious master suite with Venetian Plastering and his-and-hers closets. Every room on the ground floor opens directly to the pool, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow to over 2,500 sq. ft. of screened outdoor living — perfect for entertaining or relaxing in total privacy. For the avid boater, the property features a concrete seawall for easy canoe or kayak launching, making it effortless to explore the serene Intercoastal Waterway. Additionally, a boat yard just a short distance away accommodates larger watercraft and offers concierge services, ensuring your boating adventures are always within reach. Upstairs, a private “in-law suite” is accessible by elevator or stairs and includes three flexible rooms, full bath with tub/shower combo, kitchenette, a large walk-in closet, room to add an additional bathroom, and a screened porch overlooking the tranquil waterway, Siesta Key, and timeless sunsets. Surrounded by protected mangroves, the views are as peaceful as they are timeless. Designed for multi-generational living or hosting guests with ease, this home blends thoughtful functionality with waterfront luxury. Its location combines seclusion and convenience — tucked away in a peaceful community, yet close to everything Sarasota has to offer. The adjacent lot could also be purchased for additional acreage, offering even more space and potential. The ‘Retreat at Tidewood’ offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of paradise. This unique experience awaits you with the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, coastal beauty, and a lifestyle tailored for those who cherish the water.
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 history269 days on market
- Status: ActiveSep 18, 2025
- Listed$3,295,000Sep 18, 2025
- Price reduced$3,149,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 269
- Subdivision
- Baywood Colony Westport Sec 2
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 2000
- Living area
- 5,167 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $609
- Building area
- 7,250 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 23,749 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/2 to less than 1
- Flood zone
- AE/VE (12115C0143G)
- Garage
- 3 spaces
- Pool
- Private pool
- Annual taxes
- $25,244 (2024)
- Parcel #
- 0105020027
- Zoning
- RMF2
- MLS #
- A4664806
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Half bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Whole House R.O. System, Wine Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- Two
- Direction faces
- East
- In-law suite
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Curb Parking, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street, Oversized, Parking Pad, Workshop in Garage
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 1 Month
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Per Sarasota County
- Approval process
- N/A
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Garden, Hurricane Shutters, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Construction materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Stem Wall
- 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, Fiber Optics, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
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 | 20x21 |
| Kitchen | First | 16x20 |
| Dining Room | First | 12x16 |
| Foyer | First | 6x13 |
| Dinette | First | 8x13 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 16x20 |
| Primary Bathroom | First | 10x20 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 12x15 |
| Laundry | First | 10x13 |
| Bathroom 2 | First | 12x16 |
| Bathroom 3 | First | |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 14x14 |
| Bedroom 4 | Second | 14x14 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2025-09-18
- On market date
- 2025-09-18
- Original list price
- $3,295,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2025-09-18
- Tax legal description
- LOT 13, BAYWOOD COLONY WESTPORT, SEC 2 & PORTION OF UNNUMBERED BLK IN FLORENCE SUB DESC AS, BEG AT SWLY COR OF SAID LOT 13 TH S-68-15-04-W 10.15 FT TH N-39-37-33-W 123.19 FT TH N-74-30-39-E 40.15 FT
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
From Stickney Point and US 41, head South 2 miles to West on Southwood Street, proceed 0.4 mile to Tidewood Avenue, head South and 5800 is first home on right.
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