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Sarasota 34236 Bird Key
488 MEADOW LARK DRIVE
$3,500,000
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488 MEADOW LARK DRIVE

SARASOTA, FL 34236
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
2,970 Ft²
$19,650
Est. Monthly
$110
HOA / Fees

About This Property

This canal-front home on Bird Key offers direct boating access with no bridges to Sarasota Bay or the Gulf. Located one lot in from the corner, the residence includes 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and approximately 2,970 square feet of living space and 136 linear feet of water frontage just off the open bay. A circular paver driveway and mature landscaping create an inviting entrance. Inside, large tile floors run through the main living areas, and French doors provide abundant natural light while opening directly to the pool and screened lanai. The kitchen features black stone countertops, white cabinetry with glass accents, stainless steel appliances and a black-and-white tile backsplash. An adjacent dining area connects easily to both the kitchen and living spaces. The split-bedroom layout offers privacy and flexibility. Two bedrooms have en-suite baths and direct pool access, making them ideal for guests. One suite includes French doors to the pool and an updated bath with built-in shelving and a glass-enclosed corner shower. The primary suite also opens to the pool and includes wood flooring, a custom walk-in closet, dual vanities, a soaking tub and a separate walk-in shower. The screened lanai surrounds a large pool and provides covered seating areas for outdoor living. A private dock sits on a quiet canal with quick access to Sarasota Bay, making it easy to get out on the water. Living on Bird Key means more than just waterfront access. The neighborhood is known for its private, residential setting with wide streets and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy proximity to downtown Sarasota, Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle, all just minutes away. Homeowners also have the option to join the Bird Key Yacht Club, which is currently being rebuilt from the ground up. The new club will offer updated dining, social spaces, fitness facilities and marina amenities, further enhancing the boating and social lifestyle that defines the island.
Unit Size
2,970 Ft²
Days on Market
51 days
Land Size
0.37 acres
Price per sqft
$1,212
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,863
HOA Dues
$110
Year Built
1970

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Last updated: 7 months ago (Stellar MLS #A4681977)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Apr 2, 2026 Sold
Sold
Feb 21, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Feb 10, 2026 Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY $3,600,000
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Jun 28, 2013 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1970
  • Effective Year Built: 2005
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 5
  • Construction Type: 12
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 11
  • Roof Cover Type: 4
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 9
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 529
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 5
  • Porch Type: 102
  • Pool Type: 8
  • Location Influence Type: 27

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 15,924
  • Total Building Area: 3,499
  • Gross Building Area: 3,499
  • Building Area: 2,970
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,970
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 1
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
  • Land Acres: 0000000366
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 0100
  • State Land Use Code: 001
  • Legal Description 1: LOT 42 BLK 13 BIRD KEY SUB

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Sarasota County School District
  • School Tax School District: T02 T02D A055
  • Census Tract: 000700

Zoning

  • Zoning: RSF1

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 17
  • Account Number: 2012140007
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 1491
  • Parcel: 2012-14-0007
  • Block: 13
  • Lot: 42
  • Meridian: SEC 25 TWN 36S RNG 17E
  • Municipality: CITY OF SARASOTA
  • Latitude: 27.3163
  • Longitude: -82.5567

    Address

  • Full Address: 488 Meadow Lark Dr
  • Address - House Number: 488
  • Address - Street Name: Meadow Lark
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: FL
  • City Name: Sarasota
  • Carrier Code: C073
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1924
  • Zip Code: 34236

Valuation

    Tax

  • Total Area: 4,553
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $2,076,070
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 0200

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1942
  • Valuation Date: Jan 10, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 74
  • Final Value: 3,340,065
  • High Value: 3,988,996
  • Low Value: 2,691,134

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $3,033,800
  • Market Land Value: $2,395,700
  • Market Improvement Value: $638,100

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,412,690

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 26, 2013
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jun 28, 2013
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2013091112

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: FIX
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 488 Meadow Lark Drive built and last sold?
The property at 488 Meadow Lark Drive was built in 1970 and last sold on Jun 26, 2013 for $1,387,500.
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