7715 Westmoreland Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
- $2,150,000
- 5
- BD
- 5
- BA
- 4,782
- SqFt
- List Price
- $2,150,000
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 41
- MLS#
- A4697116
- Property Style
- Single Family
- Architectural Style
- Custom, Historic, Other
- Year Built
- 1918
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Baths Half
- 1
- Living Area
- 4,782
- Lot Size
- 19,776
- Acres
- 0.45
- Total Acreage
- 1/4 to less than 1/2
- Building Name
- House Of Ringling
- Legal Subdivision Name
- Whitfield Estates Unit 1
- Community Name
- Whitfield Estates
- MLS Area Major
- Sarasota
Property Description
Step into history and timeless elegance at the House of Ringling, a landmark estate in Sarasota's coveted Whitfield Estates, built in 1918 for Alfred Ringling of the legendary Ringling Brothers. Spanning 4,782+/- sq. ft., this 5BR, 4.5BA masterpiece seamlessly marries Gilded Age opulence with modern luxury. A red brick walkway and expansive front lawn welcome you to this architectural treasure, where an oversized Grand Ballroom with a 21-foot ceiling, Venetian columns and a Renaissance-style coffered ceiling create an awe-inspiring focal point. Original pine floors, 12-inch baseboards and hand-poured antique glass in French windows and doors preserve the estate’s rich craftsmanship, as the reimagined chef’s kitchen is a showpiece, featuring Big Chill appliances, an 8-burner gas stove, Quartzite surfaces, a mother-of-pearl backsplash and backlit cabinets. The primary suite on the lower level offers floor-to-ceiling French doors opening to a private porch and the expansive pool deck. Upstairs, 2 ensuite bedrooms feature partial bay views. Hidden details, including a prohibition-era speakeasy/3rd bedroom at the top of the stairs and a secret room, add intrigue and charm. The home’s walls, crafted from Ringling railway car paneling, echo its storied past. Recent updates, including new plumbing, electrical, HVAC (5 units), and a new roof with extra tie-down straps, ensure modern comfort while preserving historic character. A detached 2-car garage and 2 driveways provide ample space, while the expansive Palm Beach-style courtyard invites relaxation. As one of the first Ringling Brothers homes in Sarasota, this estate offers a rare opportunity to own a living piece of history in a prime location near Sarasota Bay and downtown.
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Additional Information
- Taxes
- $12662
- Minimum Lease
- No Minimum
- HOA Fee
- $40
- HOA Payment Schedule
- Annually
- Location
- FloodZone, Historic District, Paved
- Community Features
- No Deed Restriction
- Property Description
- Two Story
- Zoning
- RSF3/WR/
- Interior Layout
- Accessibility Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Interior Features
- Accessibility Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Floor
- Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Well, Water Available, Water Connected
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Natural Gas, Heat Pump, Propane, Zoned
- Air Conditioning
- Central Air, Humidity Control, Mini-Split Unit(s), Zoned
- Fireplace Description
- Living Room, Wood Burning
- Exterior Construction
- Frame
- Exterior Features
- Hurricane Shutters, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Sidewalk, Storage
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawlspace
- Pool
- Private
- Pool Type
- Child Safety Fence, Deck, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Other
- Garage Carport
- 2 Car Garage
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Garage Features
- Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Ground Level, Open, Parking Pad
- Elementary School
- Florine J. Abel Elementary
- Middle School
- Electa Arcotte Lee Magnet
- High School
- Bayshore High
- Fences
- Wood
- Water Name
- Sarasota Bay
- Water View
- Bay/Harbor - Partial
- Pets
- Allowed
- Flood Zone Code
- X
- Parcel ID
- 6673600000
- Legal Description
- LOTS 4,5 & 6 BLK 4 WHITFIELD ESTATES, UNIT NO 1 AS PER PLAT THEREOF REC IN PB 2 PGS 127-A & 128-A PRMCF; LESS THAT POR OF LOT 4 IN SD BLK 4, DESC AS FOL BEG AT A PT ON THE N LN OF WESTMORELAND ST AT THE SW COR OF LOT 4, TH SELY ON & ALG WESTMORELAND ST 21.5 FT; TH NELY 84.5 FT TO A PT, WHICH PT IS 30.15 FT FM THE NW COR OF SD LOT 4; TH NLY 30.15 FT AT AN
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