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1280 DOLPHIN BAY WAY 503

SARASOTA , FL 34242

MLS#: A4687031

$1,589,000

Status: Active
Listing number: A4687031
Listing provided by: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
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DOLPHIN BAY-SIESTA KEY SEC A - Residential

Property

Beds

2

Full Baths

2

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1998

Sq.Footage

1,840

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Experience endless panoramic views of downtown Sarasota and Sarasota Bay from the climate-controlled balcony of this newly renovated top-floor residence in the gated community of Dolphin Bay on Siesta Key. This spacious condo offers just under 2,000 square feet of beautifully updated living space, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a den, all enhanced by vaulted ceilings that create an open and airy coastal atmosphere. From the front entryway, enjoy stunning nightly sunsets over Siesta Key Beach, adding to the exceptional appeal of this home. Residents of Dolphin Bay enjoy a true waterfront lifestyle with access to a private community dock, clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, and a resort-style pool. A private one-car garage is conveniently located just steps from the elevator, offering ease and security. Perfectly situated within minutes to the beach, shops, and restaurants, this residence combines luxury, convenience, and the best of Siesta Key living. Enjoy the waterfront lifestyle at its finest in this exceptional move-in-ready home.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Elevator, Dry Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar

  • Total Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Electric, None

  • Pet friendly

    Yes

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    1

  • Construction Materials

    Block

  • Other Exterior Features

    Balcony, Tennis Court(s), Dock

  • Parking

    Attached

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    YES

  • View

    Water

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Waterfront

  • Lot Size(acres)

    1.4

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Condominium

Price

  • Sales Price

    $1,589,000

  • Tax Amount

    $13,268.95

  • Sq. Footage

    1, 840

  • Price/SqFt

    $863

HOA

  • Association

    Yes

  • Association Fee

    $5,955

  • Association Fee Frequency

    Quarterly

  • Association Fee Includes

    N/A

  • Total Monthly Fees

    $2,289.17

School District

  • Elementary School

    Phillippi Shores Elementary

  • Middle School

    Brookside Middle

  • High School

    Sarasota High

Property Features

  • Stories

    1

  • Association Amenities

    Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)

  • Foundation Details

    Slab

  • Ownership

    Fee Simple

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    A

  • Water Source

    Public

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One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Experience endless panoramic views of downtown Sarasota and Sarasota Bay from the climate-controlled balcony of this newly renovated top-floor residence in the gated community of Dolphin Bay on Siesta Key. This spacious condo offers just under 2,000 square feet of beautifully updated living space, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a den, all enhanced by vaulted ceilings that create an open and airy coastal atmosphere. From the front entryway, enjoy stunning nightly sunsets over Siesta Key Beach, adding to the exceptional appeal of this home. Residents of Dolphin Bay enjoy a true waterfront lifestyle with access to a private community dock, clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, and a resort-style pool. A private one-car garage is conveniently located just steps from the elevator, offering ease and security. Perfectly situated within minutes to the beach, shops, and restaurants, this residence combines luxury, convenience, and the best of Siesta Key living. Enjoy the waterfront lifestyle at its finest in this exceptional move-in-ready home.

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