🔑 Key Takeaways
- 387 South Shore Drive combines new construction certainty (built 2022) with modern luxury systems, offering zero inspection surprises and contemporary design in a $7.595 million price range
- The property's five-car garage and 0.52-acre lot are rare amenities in Sarasota's luxury market, providing meaningful outdoor space and multiple vehicle storage uncommon at this price point
- Sapphire Shores offers the premium lifestyle balance of established bay-area living with low-density residential character while maintaining walkable proximity to downtown Sarasota's arts, dining, and cultural attractions
- The 5,636-square-foot layout prioritizes volume and flexible entertaining spaces over bedroom count, appealing to luxury buyers who value quality finishes and sight lines over density
- The property's location near Siesta Key beaches, St. Armand's Circle dining, and quality healthcare facilities creates a complete lifestyle proposition for discerning luxury buyers
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Full Episode Transcript: 387 South Shore Drive, Sarasota, FL 34234
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Welcome to My Real Estate Podcast with David Liberatore. Today's episode features real estate insights from Premier Sotheby's International Realty. Let's dive in. Welcome to My Real Estate Podcast with David Liberatore.
Just a quick heads up. This program was created with AI assistance and uses a synthetic narrator. The content was reviewed and approved by David Liberatore before publication. Information is believed accurate, but should be independently verified.
This program does not provide legal, tax, lending, or appraisal advice. Today we're diving into one of Sarasota's most striking new luxury properties, 387 South Shore Drive in the Sapphire Shores neighborhood. David, thanks for being here.
Thanks for having me. Yeah, this property is really something special. We're talking about a 2022 built contemporary estate, over 5,600 square feet, sitting on a half acre lot in one of Sarasota's most established near bay communities.
Three bedrooms, four bathrooms, and here's the kicker, a five car garage, which is honestly rare to find in this market segment. Oh, wow. A five car garage.
That's not something you see every day in Sarasota. So this property is priced at $7.595 million. Walk me through what makes the layout so special, because from what I'm reading, it's not about packing in bedrooms, right?
Exactly. You know what I love about this home? It's designed for buyers who prioritize volume and open living over density. With only three bedrooms across 5,636 square feet, you're getting these oversized living areas, flexible spaces, and entertaining zones.
The sight lines are long, the ceilings are tall. It's that clean contemporary architectural language that really resonates in Sarasota's luxury market right now. And that 0.52 acre lot, that's notably large for the neighborhood, which means meaningful setbacks and actual outdoor living space.
I love that. So it's really about quality over quantity. Let's talk about Sapphire Shores itself. Where does this neighborhood sit and who's typically drawn to it?
Great question. Sapphire Shores is positioned along Sarasota Bay, just north of downtown. You're close to the Ringling Museum area, the Arts and Cultural District, and yet you've got this low density residential feel with larger home sites than you'd find in the more compact urban neighborhoods.
It's attractive to buyers upgrading from condos or smaller lots who want that single family living but don't want to sacrifice proximity to downtown's shops, restaurants, and cultural scene. Plus, the gulf beaches, Siesta Key, Lido Key, they're just a short drive away.
It's that sweet spot between being connected to the city and having that spacious, established neighborhood vibe. Now, one thing that really stands out to me is the new construction angle. Built in 2022, so modern systems, everything updated.
How does that play into the pricing and buyer appeal? New construction at this price point and in this location is actually a useful benchmark for the broader Sarasota luxury market. Buyers are comparing this against other high-end inventory, waterfront condos, barrier island properties, established estates.
What they get here is the certainty of modern systems, no surprises on inspections, and that clean contemporary design that appeals to today's luxury buyer. Plus, the scale of the lot and that rare garage capacity, those aren't easy to replicate in an older home.
Right, right. So, if someone's seriously considering this property, what should they be thinking about in terms of the neighborhood itself and what's nearby? I'm curious about the lifestyle angle.
Oh, there's a lot to explore. You've got dining options like Voco Sarasota by IHG, Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar, the old Salty Dog, all within a few miles. Dining at St. Armand's Circle, which is iconic in Sarasota, Parks and Recreation, Community Garden Bayou Oaks is nearby, Lime Lake Park, Save Our Seabirds, and medically, you're well-served with quality healthcare facilities close by.
It's really a complete lifestyle proposition. That's fantastic context. So for someone who wants to learn more about this specific property, the full listing, all the photos, floor plans, MLS details, where should they look?
They can check the show notes for the full listing link. We've got 50 photos, detailed floor plans, and the complete MLS information all available. And if they want to explore comparable properties or get a sense of how this fits into the broader Sarasota luxury market, there's additional context in the show notes as well, including information about other neighborhoods and luxury real estate trends in the area.
Perfect. David, this has been really insightful. 387 South Shore Drive is listed at $7.595 million, and it's a genuinely unique property, new construction, that rare garage capacity, and positioned in one of Sarasota's most established communities.
Thanks so much for walking us through it. Thanks for having me. It's a great property and I'm excited to show it to the right buyer. Feel free to reach out if anyone wants to schedule a private showing or has questions.
Thanks for listening to my Real Estate Podcast with David Libertore. For more episodes and to learn more, check the show notes. See you next time.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What makes 387 South Shore Drive unique in the Sarasota luxury market?
This 2022-built contemporary estate combines modern construction certainty with rare amenities including a five-car garage, 0.52-acre lot, and 5,636 square feet of open-concept design in one of Sarasota's established neighborhoods. The property prioritizes oversized living areas and entertaining zones over bedroom density, offering clean contemporary architecture and long sight lines that appeal to today's luxury buyers.
Where is Sapphire Shores located and what neighborhoods are nearby?
Sapphire Shores is positioned along Sarasota Bay just north of downtown, near the Ringling Museum and Arts District. The neighborhood maintains low-density residential character with larger homesites while offering short drives to gulf beaches like Siesta Key and Lido Key, plus convenient access to St. Armand's Circle dining and cultural attractions.
Why is new construction at this price point valuable in Sarasota's luxury market?
New construction provides buyers with certainty of modern systems, no inspection surprises, and clean contemporary design that resonates with today's luxury market. At $7.595 million, this 2022-built home serves as a benchmark when compared against waterfront condos, barrier island properties, and established estates, while offering the rare advantage of five-car garage capacity and large lot size difficult to replicate in older homes.
What lifestyle amenities and attractions are near 387 South Shore Drive?
The property sits within a few miles of dining options including Tarpon Bay Grill, the Salty Dog, and iconic St. Armand's Circle. Nearby recreational amenities include Bayou Oaks Park and Lime Lake Park, while quality healthcare facilities are conveniently located. Siesta Key beaches, the Ringling Museum, and Sarasota's Arts and Cultural District are all easily accessible.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property features three bedrooms and four bathrooms across 5,636 square feet, intentionally designed to prioritize oversized living areas and flexible entertaining spaces rather than maximize bedroom count. This layout appeals to buyers who value quality finishes, high ceilings, and open sight lines over density.
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