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$3,499,000 Reduced -$196,000
7689 Cove Terrace
Sarasota, FL 34231
  • 4Beds
  • 4.00Total Baths
  • 4 Full, 0 HalfBaths
  • 4,564SqFt
  • 1964Year Built
  • 0.36Acres
  • MLS# A4691515
  • Residential
  • SingleFamilyResidence
  • Active

  • Approx Time on Market1 month, 21 days
  • Area34231 - Sarasota/gulf Gate Branch
  • CountySarasota
  • Subdivision Southpointe Shores

Overview

Just three homes in from the open waters of Little Sarasota Bay, this beautifully updated waterfront residence in Southpointe Shores offers a rare combination of location, scale, and immediate livability. Positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac with nearly 100 feet of Intracoastal frontage, the property captures wide water views and direct boating access in one of Sarasotas most desirable neighborhoods. Spanning more than 4,500 square feet across two levels, the home is designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining. An open layout defines the main level, where wood-grain tile flooring connects the primary living spaces and walls of pocketing sliding glass doors open fully to the outdoor living areascreating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. The recently reimagined pool deck serves as the centerpiece of the homes outdoor setting, featuring a covered lounge area, summer kitchen with built-in grill, and a resort-style heated pool and spa with sun shelf and waterfall features. The expansive patio overlooks peaceful waters, offering a dynamic waterfront backdrop from morning through sunset.Inside, the new chefs kitchen has been thoughtfully updated (in 2024) with custom contemporary cabinetry, quartz countertops, high-end appliancesincluding a built-in Miele coffee stationcenter island with breakfast bar, and a full-sized wine cooler. The adjacent family room offers vaulted ceilings, water views, and a well-appointed wet bar with built-in shelving, creating a natural gathering space.Two guest suites with updated en-suite baths are located on the main level, along with a dedicated laundry room. The second floor is reserved for privacy, featuring an expansive primary suite with sweeping water views, fireplace, custom walk-in closet, and a marble en-suite bath. A study and additional bedroom on this level provide flexibility for a home office, fitness space, or nursery.Recent upgrades enhance both comfort and peace of mind, including impact windows and sliding glass doors (2020), a new seawall (2019), tile roof (2016), updated electrical wiring, modernized baths, and newer HVAC and water heater systems.Set on an oversized waterfront homesite with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway, this boaters sanctuary includes a newer private dock with 27,000-pound lift, accommodating a variety of boating needs. Southpointe Shores is a quiet, tucked-away waterfront community known for its proximity to Sarasotas best coastal destinations. Siesta Key Beach and Crescent Beach are just minutes away, along with marinas, parks, and everyday conveniences. Downtown Sarasotas cultural attractionsincluding The Bay Park, Selby Gardens, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, galleries, and diningare easily accessible, offering a lifestyle that balances privacy with connectivity.



Agriculture / Farm

Association Fees / Info

Community Features:  BoatFacilities, Dock, Waterfront, WaterAccess, Sidewalks

Pets Allowed:  Yes

Hoa Frequency Rate:  295

Association:  Yes

Hoa Fees Frequency:  Annually

Bathroom Info

Total Baths:  4.00

Fullbaths:  4

Building Info

Window Features:  Blinds, StormWindows, WindowTreatments

Roof:  Tile

Building Area Source:  PublicRecords

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Style:  Custom

Pool Features:  Gunite, Heated, InGround, OutsideBathAccess, Other

Patio:  RearPorch, Deck, FrontPorch, Patio

Pool Private:  Yes

Exterior Features:  Lighting, OutdoorGrill, OutdoorKitchen, PrivateEntrance, PrivateYard, RainGutters

Fees / Restrictions

Financial

Original Price:  $3,695,000

Disclosures:  FloodPlainDisclosure

Fencing:  Fenced, Other

Garage / Parking

Parking Features:  CircularDriveway, Driveway, Garage, GarageDoorOpener, Oversized

Attached Garage:  Yes

Garage:  Yes

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Fireplace Desc:  PrimaryBedroom

Fireplace:  Yes

Floors:  Carpet, Tile

Levels:  Two

Spa:  Yes

Laundry Features:  Inside, LaundryRoom

Interior Features:  WetBar, BuiltInFeatures, TrayCeilings, CeilingFans, EatInKitchen, HighCeilings, OpenFloorplan, StoneCounters, SplitBedrooms, UpperLevelPrimary, WalkInClosets, WoodCabinets, WindowTreatments, SeparateFormalDiningRoom

Appliances:  BarFridge, BuiltInOven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, WineRefrigerator, Washer

Spa Features:  Heated, InGround

Lot Info

Direction Remarks:  US 41 South, right onto Sandlewood Dr, left onto Cove Ter, house is on the left

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Lot Size Acres:  0.36

Lot Sqft:  15,753

Est Lotsize:  98x159x98x173

Vegetation:  PartiallyWooded

Lot Desc:  CulDeSac, FloodZone, OutsideCityLimits, Private, Landscaped

Misc

Other

Other Structures:  OutdoorKitchen

Special Conditions:  None

Security Features:  ClosedCircuitCameras, SecuredGarageParking, SmokeDetectors

Other Rooms Info

Property Info

Section:  21

Class Type:  SingleFamilyResidence

Property Sub Type:  SingleFamilyResidence

Construction Materials:  Stucco, WoodFrame

Stories:  2

Total Stories:  2

Foundation:  Slab

Human Modified:  Yes

Room Info

Total Rooms:  11

Sqft Info

Sqft:  4,564

Bulding Area Sqft:  5,573

Living Area Units:  SquareFeet

Living Area Source:  PublicRecords

Tax Info

Tax Year:  2,025

Tax Lot:  83

Tax Legal Description:  LOT 83 SOUTHPOINTE SHORES UNIT 2

Tax Annual Amount:  18202

Tax Book Number:  10-58

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Heating:  Central, Electric, Zoned

Water Source:  Public

Sewer:  PrivateSewer

Cool System:  CentralAir, Zoned, CeilingFans

Cooling:  Yes

Heating:  Yes

Utilities:  CableAvailable, ElectricityConnected, MunicipalUtilities, SewerConnected, WaterConnected

Waterfront / Water

Waterfront:  Yes

Waterfront Features:  BayAccess, IntracoastalAccess

View:  Yes

Water Body Name:  LITTLE SARASOTA BAY

View:  Bay, Intercoastal, Pool, Water

Schools

Elem:  Gulf Gate Elementary

Middle:  Brookside Middle

High:  Riverview High

Directions

US 41 South, right onto Sandlewood Dr, left onto Cove Ter, house is on the left

This listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty 

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Price & Status History (on davidshippey.com since Tue, Apr 28th 2026)
  • Original Price: $3,695,000
  • Current Price: $3,499,000
  • Price Reduced: $196,000
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7689 Cove Terrace, Sarasota, Florida has 4 Beds, 4 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 7689 Cove Terrace, Sarasota, Florida is A4691515.
The price for 7689 Cove Terrace, Sarasota, Florida is $3,499,000.
The status of 7689 Cove Terrace, Sarasota, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 7689 Cove Terrace, Sarasota, Florida is Southpointe Shores.
The home located at 7689 Cove Terrace, Sarasota, Florida was built in 2026.