488 MEADOW LARK DRIVE, Sarasota, FL 34236

• 3 beds |
• 4 baths |
• 2,970 sqft

Property Description

This canal-front home on Bird Key offers direct boating access with no bridges to Sarasota Bay or the Gulf. Located one lot in from the corner, the residence includes 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and approximately 2,970 square feet of living space and 136 linear feet of water frontage just off the open bay. A circular paver driveway and mature landscaping create an inviting entrance. Inside, large tile floors run through the main living areas, and French doors provide abundant natural light while opening directly to the pool and screened lanai. The kitchen features black stone countertops, white cabinetry with glass accents, stainless steel appliances and a black-and-white tile backsplash. An adjacent dining area connects easily to both the kitchen and living spaces. The split-bedroom layout offers privacy and flexibility. Two bedrooms have en-suite baths and direct pool access, making them ideal for guests. One suite includes French doors to the pool and an updated bath with built-in shelving and a glass-enclosed corner shower. The primary suite also opens to the pool and includes wood flooring, a custom walk-in closet, dual vanities, a soaking tub and a separate walk-in shower. The screened lanai surrounds a large pool and provides covered seating areas for outdoor living. A private dock sits on a quiet canal with quick access to Sarasota Bay, making it easy to get out on the water. Living on Bird Key means more than just waterfront access. The neighborhood is known for its private, residential setting with wide streets and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy proximity to downtown Sarasota, Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle, all just minutes away. Homeowners also have the option to join the Bird Key Yacht Club, which is currently being rebuilt from the ground up. The new club will offer updated dining, social spaces, fitness facilities and marina amenities, further enhancing the boating and social lifestyle that defines the island.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

February 10, 2026

Data Last Updated:

February 11, 2026 at 1:23AM

Listing Office:

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY : 941-383-6411

Listing Agent:

Bruce Myer : 941-376-5311

MLS ID:

A4681977

Interior

• General: Built-in FeaturesOpen FloorplanPrimary Bedroom Main FloorSolid Surface CountersThermostatWalk-In Closet(s)Window Treatments
• Appliances: DishwasherDisposalDryerElectric Water HeaterMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
• Laundry: InsideLaundry Room
• Flooring: TileWood
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: CentralElectric

Exterior

• Style: Other
• Other Structures: Rear PorchCovered
• Pool: HeatedIn Ground
• Parking: DrivewayGarage Door Opener

Construction

• Roofing: Other
• Windows: BlindsDrapesShuttersWindow Treatments
• General: BlockStuccoOneSlab

Location

• Road/Access: Paved
• HOA Amenities: 1315.0Annually
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Sarasota

Lot

• Zoning: RSF1LOT 42 BLK 13 BIRD KEY SUB2012140007
• View: PoolWater

Utilities

• Utilities: Electricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
• Water: PublicWell
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Fee Simple