#A4651055, Bev Murray, Listing office: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA REALTY
$5,000,000 List price
878 Freeling Dr Sarasota, FL 34242
4 beds
4 full
3,866 sqft
0.3 acres
$1,293 / sqft
House
Property details
About 878 Freeling Dr
Coastal Elegance on the Northern tip of Siesta Key. Discover timeless luxury in this waterfront estate nestled in the exclusive Bay Island enclave on Siesta Key's coveted North end. With panoramic views of Roberts Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway, this home captures the essence of Florida lifestyle- elegant, relaxed and designed for seamless indoor/outdoor living. Step inside to find all new engineered hardwood flooring, a gourmet kitchen with all new top of the line appliances featuring a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, a Jenn Air Oven/Microwave combination, a 5-burner gas cooktop, a warming drawer and all new custom-made wood cabinetry. It also has a double door pantry for all your kitchen supplies and a built-in desk for all your recipes or a workstation for the family. The rear of the home has a wall of sliders across the back which gives you expansive views out to the bay. This level has 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, two of them are bedroom suites and there is a large laundry room with new washer/dryer and a wall of shelving for any storage or folding needs. The second level encompasses your main bedroom suite and two expansive screened-in porches/lanais for incredible southern and northern views. The all-new main bath has a soaking tub, a walk-in shower all new cabinetry and a walk-in closet. Stepping outside embrace the outdoors with an open-air pool, and an outdoor shower. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the three docks, featuring a 16,000-pound boat lift, a 10,000-pound lift for an accessory boat or jet ski, and mooring for a 35-foot boat. The property offers direct sailboat access to the Gulf of Mexico, making it a boater's paradise. The property features a complete newer seawall installed in 2018 with a new wall and cap. The northern tip offers the convenient access to the gulf and easy-on/off the island for shopping, restaurants and access to downtown Sarasota. Freeling Drive is renowned for its pristine waters. From your backyard, watch dolphins play and kayakers glide by. Catch fresh stone crabs and blue crabs right off your dock. You're just minutes away from Siesta Key Beach, Shell Beach, downtown Sarasota, shopping, and the arts.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,866 sqft
Lot size0.33 Acres
Year built1953
MLS #A4651937
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontBay
FireplaceLiving Room
Private poolYes
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Cooler
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Waterfront: Bay
- Exterior: French Doors, Outdoor Shower, Sliding Doors
- Heating: Electric
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $5,000,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,293
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $44,011
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Siesta Drive over the north bridge -turn onto Flamingo heading south, left on Freeling drive, house on the right just before the cul-de-sac.
- Year Built: 1953
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,866 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.33 Acres
- MLS Number: A4651937
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: WATERSIDE REALTY LLC
- Office Phone: (941) 346-7454
- Listing Agent: Brian Livesey
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 08, 2007 | Home Sold | $2,600,000 |
| Apr 30, 1997 | Home Sold | $670,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,890,300 | $44,011 |
| 2022 | $3,252,300 | $38,636 |
| 2021 | $2,088,900 | $38,636 |
| 2020 | $1,649,000 | $30,431 |
| 2019 | $2,010,700 | $32,401 |
| 2018 | $1,878,880 | $32,152 |
| 2017 | $2,015,600 | $30,040 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Southside Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•1901 Webber St
8
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
1.6 mi
•4747 S Tamiami Trl
5
Alta Vista Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.5 mi
•1050 S Euclid Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,000. The majority of Sarasota, FL residents have income less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
33%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
22%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
34%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
44%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
7%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
28%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
PGA/LPGA
Skiing/snowboarding
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Chico's
Nordstrom
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
Cadillac
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Classical
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 878 Freeling Dr
The listing price of 878 Freeling Dr property is $5,000,000.
The property 878 Freeling Dr is a house located in Sarasota, Florida, 34242.
Active Listing: 878 Freeling Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 878 Freeling Dr are: Southside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Phillippi Shores Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Alta Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Brookside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota School of Arts/Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Riverview High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sarasota High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $44,011 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 8, 2007 for $2,600,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 878 Freeling Dr has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 878 Freeling Dr is 3,866 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 878 Freeling Dr is 1953.
This home is located at 878 Freeling Dr in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34242 in the Bay Island neighborhood. This 3,866 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.33 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $5,000,000.
Sarasota, FL housing market in June 2025 saw over 23 listings sold above listed price, more than 51 sold at listed price and over 364 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Sarasota, FL between May and June 2025 decreased by 2%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 72 days, the median list price was $495,118.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.