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$499,000 | 2 beds | 2 full baths | N/A half baths | 1,271 sqft
Sarasota, FL 34242
- 2Beds
- 2.00Total Baths
- 2 Full, 0 HalfBaths
- 1,271SqFt
- 1969Year Built
- 1.59Acres
- MLS# A4688898
- Residential
- Condominium
- Active
- Approx Time on Market15 days
- Area34242 - Sarasota/crescent Beach/siesta Key
- CountySarasota
- Subdivision Whispering Sands
Overview
Opportunity awaits in one of Siesta Key's most desirable GULF FRONT communities! Perfectly positioned on the 3rd floor of the popular Tropic View building just steps from the sugar white sands and turquoise waters of the Gulf, this 2 bedroom/2 bath Whispering Sands residence offers exceptional potential for the buyer with vision.Ready for renovation and priced accordingly, this property serves as a blank canvas for updates and customization to suit your style. The spacious floor plan is complemented by a 34' screened and glass enclosed lanai that spans the entire length of the unit, providing additional valuable living space and a comfortable setting in which to relax or entertain year round. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with glassed shower. Equally spacious, the guest bedroom is large enough to accommodate two queen beds.Furnishings are negotiable. This unit also comes with an assigned storage locker on the same floor for all of your beach essentials.As one of Siesta Key's most sought after 55+ communities, Whispering Sands is known for its prime beachfront location, offering 800' of PRIVATE beach access, 2 heated pools, new beachside Tiki Hut, charcoal and gas grills, shuffleboard, beachside canoe/kayak storage, onsite management, and an active social atmosphere. Beach loungers are placed on the beach daily for the exclusive use of owners and their guests. The clubhouse is currently undergoing complete remodeling and will include brand new fitness equipment, a full catering kitchen, large screen TV, and an elegant, comfortable space for social events or private entertaining.Whispering Sands residents also enjoy a short stroll to Siesta Key Village's charming boutiques, restaurants, and entertainment while still enjoying the tranquility of Gulf front living. Whether you're seeking a seasonal escape, year round residence, or an opportunity to create a personalized coastal retreat, this property offers the prefect foundation in an exceptional location. Bring your imagination and discover the possibilities that await just moments from the Gulf!
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Clubhouse, CommunityMailbox, Fitness, HandicapAccess, Pool, RecreationArea, Waterfront, WaterAccess, StreetLights
Pets Allowed: No
Senior Community: Yes
Hoa Frequency Rate: 1483
Association: Yes
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Elevators, FitnessCenter, Laundry, Pool, RecreationFacilities, ShuffleboardCourt, Security, Storage, CableTv
Hoa Fees Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: AssociationManagement, CommonAreas, CableTv, Insurance, Internet, MaintenanceGrounds, MaintenanceStructure, PestControl, Pools, RecreationFacilities, ReserveFund, RoadMaintenance, Sewer, Security, Taxes, Trash, Water
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 2.00
Fullbaths: 2
Building Info
Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, WindowTreatments
Roof: BuiltUp, Tile
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, InGround, Other, Association, Community
Patio: Enclosed, Screened
Exterior Features: Lighting, Storage
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $499,000
Garage / Parking
Parking Features: Covered, ElectricVehicleChargingStations, Guest
Carport: Yes
Car Ports: 1
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Floors: Carpet, CeramicTile, Other
Levels: One
Laundry Features: CommonOnFloor, CommonArea, Inside, LaundryRoom
Interior Features: CeilingFans, MainLevelPrimary, SolidSurfaceCounters, WalkInClosets, WindowTreatments
Appliances: Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: From US 41, go west on Siesta Drive, over the North Bridge onto Siesta Key. The road will curve left and turn into Higel. After the intersection with Midnight Pass Road, make the sharp RH turn at the small roundabout and the road changes into Ocean Blvd. Whispering Sands is about a mile on your right, on the Gulf side of the Key. Drive into main entrance, go to first stop sign and turn left. Follow the road around, toward the Gulf. The 101 building will be the midrise building on your right before you get to the Gulf front tower buildings.
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.59
Lot Sqft: 69,187
Vegetation: PartiallyWooded
Lot Desc: BuyerApprovalRequired, Landscaped
Misc
Other
Special Conditions: None
Security Features: FireHydrants, KeyCardEntry, LobbySecured
Other Rooms Info
Property Info
Section: 11
Class Type: Condominium
Property Sub Type: Condominium
Property Attached: Yes
Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
Stories: 1
Total Stories: 3
Accessibility: WheelchairAccess
Foundation: Slab
Room Info
Total Rooms: 6
Sqft Info
Sqft: 1,271
Bulding Area Sqft: 1,557
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: PublicRecords
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,025
Tax Lot: 301
Tax Legal Description: UNIT 301 TROPIC VIEW WHISPERING SANDS VILLAGE SEC 3
Tax Annual Amount: 3311.81
Tax Book Number: 3-26
Unit Info
Unit: 301
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Central, Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: PublicSewer
Cool System: CentralAir, CeilingFans
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Utilities: CableConnected, ElectricityConnected, FiberOpticAvailable, HighSpeedInternetAvailable, MunicipalUtilities, PhoneAvailable, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Features: BeachAccess, DeededAccess, GulfAccess, OceanAccess
Water Body Name: GULF OF AMERICA
Directions
From US 41, go west on Siesta Drive, over the North Bridge onto Siesta Key. The road will curve left and turn into Higel. After the intersection with Midnight Pass Road, make the sharp RH turn at the small roundabout and the road changes into Ocean Blvd. Whispering Sands is about a mile on your right, on the Gulf side of the Key. Drive into main entrance, go to first stop sign and turn left. Follow the road around, toward the Gulf. The 101 building will be the midrise building on your right before you get to the Gulf front tower buildings.This listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
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101 Whispering Sands Drive UNIT #301, Sarasota, Florida has 2 Beds, 2 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 101 Whispering Sands Drive UNIT #301, Sarasota, Florida is A4688898.
The price for 101 Whispering Sands Drive UNIT #301, Sarasota, Florida is $499,000.
The status of 101 Whispering Sands Drive UNIT #301, Sarasota, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 101 Whispering Sands Drive UNIT #301, Sarasota, Florida is Whispering Sands.
The home located at 101 Whispering Sands Drive UNIT #301, Sarasota, Florida was built in 2026.