3131 BAYOU SOUND

Waterfront Home in The Bayou with Endless Potential. Located in the prestigious, gated community of Bay Isles, this canal-front home presents an outstanding opportunity for waterfront living with easy access to Sarasota Bay—ideal for boating enthusiasts. Situated on an oversized lot, the home features a bright and airy open floor plan with abundant natural light, views of the canal from several rooms, a spacious primary suite, and two additional bedrooms with a shared bath. Oversized living room opens to the dining room with a cozy fireplace overlooking the private backyard. The eat in kitchen has a breakfast bar and plenty of storage space. Enjoy peace of mind with updated mechanicals, including newer AC systems, new plumbing, a new pool heater, and new pool pumps. The freshly painted pool deck and updated screen enclosure add to the home’s appeal. Designed for effortless, one-level living, the property also offers a lower-level storage space and a two-car garage. Fresh landscaping enhances the curb appeal, while the expansive outdoor area is perfect for entertaining, featuring a heated pool, spa, and plenty of space to relax and enjoy the serene, private, waterfront setting, looking at mangroves and not the houses across the canal. A newer boat lift, with a 10,000-pound capacity, makes getting out on the water a breeze. As a resident of Bay Isles, you’ll have exclusive access to the Bay Isles Beach Club, where you can enjoy a private beach, pavilion, premium facilities and world-class sunsets. This prime location is within walking distance to the Longboat Key Club, offering golf, tennis, pickleball, fine dining, and a marina. Additionally, the Publix shopping center, town hall, post office, local tennis center, and pavilion are just a short stroll away. St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota are nearby, offering world-class dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. With no storm damage from any, including the last two hurricanes, this home provides both security and the opportunity to create your ideal waterfront retreat in one of Longboat Key’s most desirable communities.

MLS ID#

MFRA4637468

Price

$2,299,999

Status

Active

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

3

Full Baths

2

Half Baths

1

Square Footage

3,023 sqft

Acres

0.3700

Year Built

1978

Type

Residential

Subtype

Single Family Residence

Style

N/A

Address

3131 BAYOU SOUND

Subdivision

Bay Isles

City

Longboat Key

County

Sarasota

State

FL

Zip Code

34228

Senior Community

No

Amenities

N/A

Parking

N/A

View

No

Waterfront

Yes

Pool

Yes

Interior Features

Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Dry Bar, Primary Bedroom Main Floor

Heating

Electric

Cooling

Central Air

Flooring

Tile

Fireplace

Wood Burning

Stories

1

Appliances

Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer

Exterior Features

Sliding Doors, Storage

Construction

Concrete, Cedar

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Roof

Tile

Fencing

N/A

Lot Features

Private, Sidewalk, Landscaped

Elementary

N/A

Middle

N/A

High

N/A

Date Listed

February 12, 2025

Days on Market

0

Zoning

PD

Direction Faces

North

New Construction

No