$1,779,000
1690 Assisi Drive
Sarasota, FL 34231
Listing updated: April 19, 2026 at 2:06 PM ET
Listing courtesy of Preferred Shore Llc · Alexandra Lawson-Baker · MLS #A4690125 · Active · 941-999-1179Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
Don’t miss this stunning Mediterranean-Tuscan-style residence, perfectly situated just steps from the Intercostal. This gated Sarasota estate home located in Portofino on the Bay includes its own DEEDED boat slip and remote controlled 10,000 LB. boat lift. Experience being near waterfront without the need for any flood insurance or stress of flooding, but still have your boat in your backyard with Bay access. This model-home-ready property features a private feeder dock slip, offering effortless access to the open water for boating. The Bay opens almost directly across from the newly opened midnight pass with Caribbean worthy turquoise water. Inside, the home has been completely renovated with top-of-the-line appliances and designer finishes throughout, blending luxury with comfort in every detail. The luxury chefs kitchen was renovated in 2023 leaving nothing out, complete with Fulgor Milano appliances. Enjoy the convenience of a first floor master with en suite and his and her wardrobes, a large home office and 10 foot-high ceilings with arched entryways throughout and a 25 foot high foyer with impressive feature wall and fireplace. The upstairs features impressive Cumaru wood flooring and stairs, three large bedrooms and a newly renovated bathroom with tub. The guest suite shows off with a Juliet balcony overlooking the private back yard. The open and inviting layout flows seamlessly into a serene private courtyard - perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. Unwind in the soaking spa and enjoy the convenience of being just a short drive to downtown Sarasota, world-famous Siesta Key Beach, The Legacy Trail and the newly developing Sarasota Square, placing shopping, dining, and entertainment right at your doorstep. The Portofino on the Bay community has a Kayak Launch, kayak storage and a guest slip for daily visitors passing through. This exceptional home combines timeless architecture with modern elegance in a prime near waterfront location. Don’t miss out on this one.
Local Insight
At $574/sqft, you're paying a premium for the Portofino on the Bay location and amenities rather than square footage—comparable homes in Sarasota are running $450-500/sqft—so the value proposition really hinges on whether that water access and private pool justify the premium and whether you're comfortable with a tight 0.17-acre lot that limits privacy and future expansion. The HOA at $388/month is moderate for a waterfront community with pool access, but factor in what that covers versus what you'll still owe separately for insurance and maintenance on a 17-year-old property with a pool. Location-wise, you're in an established Bay-adjacent community with solid schools nearby, but this is urban-density living, so you'll want to inspect the pool condition closely and confirm what "water access" actually means—dock rights, direct waterfront, or just proximity.
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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 history3 days on market
- Status: ActiveApr 16, 2026
- Listed$1,779,000Apr 16, 2026
- Price increased$1,779,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 3
- Subdivision
- Portofino On The Bay
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 2007
- Living area
- 3,097 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $574
- Building area
- 3,848 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 7,620 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- X
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Pool
- Private pool
- Annual taxes
- $15,103 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 0126163012
- Zoning
- RMF2
- MLS #
- A4690125
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Marble, Wood
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Other, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- Two
- Direction faces
- North
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- HOA fee
- $1,164 / Quarterly
- Monthly HOA
- $388/mo
- Total monthly fees
- $388/mo
- Total annual fees
- $4,656
- HOA name
- Mike Miller
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 1 Month
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Buyer and Buyer's agent to verify with association.
- Approval process
- Buyer and Buyer's agent to verify with association.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Fire Pit, French Doors, Hurricane Shutters, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
- Construction materials
- Stucco
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Pool
- Private pool
- Water access
- Yes
- Road surface
- Asphalt, Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Great Room | First | 18x16 |
| Dining Room | First | 10x10 |
| Kitchen | First | 27x11 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 19x13 |
| Office | First | 14x14 |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | 12x11 |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 13x17 |
| Bedroom 4 | Second | 11x9 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-04-16
- On market date
- 2026-04-16
- Original list price
- $1,779,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-04-16
- Tax legal description
- UNIT 12 PORTOFINO ON THE BAY
Flood risk
Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
From I-75 take exit 195 heading west on Laurel Rd, then turn right onto S Tamiami Trl, then turn right onto N Tamiami Trl, then turn left onto Vamo Way, then turn right onto Vamo Rd, then turn left Assisi Dr. The home will be on the left.
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