# 1280 DOLPHIN BAY WAY, SARASOTA, FL 34242

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/2ba condo, $1,500,000 ($815/sqft), built 1998, 1,840 sqft.
> Waterfront. Est. $6,500/mo. Listed 21 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $1,500,000 |
| Price/sqft | $815 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Square Feet | 1,840 |
| Year Built | 1998 |
| Property Type | Condo (Condominium) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 21 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Waterfront** - Direct water access

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $6,500 |
| **Total** | **$6,500** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Phillippi Shores Elementary
- **Middle:** Brookside Middle
- **High:** Sarasota High

## Key Amenities

- Waterfront

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1998
- Waterfront

## Description

### Agent Description
At the pinnacle of an intimate, gated community on world-renowned Siesta Key, this penthouse condominium offers a rare opportunity to enjoy sweeping bayfront living with breathtaking views stretching across the water to the skyline of Sarasota. Offered turnkey furnished, this beautifully maintained residence is ready for immediate enjoyment, whether as a full-time home or a luxurious island retreat. Inside, vaulted ceilings and tile floors enhance the light-filled interior, while plantation shutters add timeless coastal elegance throughout. The thoughtfully designed layout features two bedrooms with walk-in closets and two baths, including an oversized primary suite that provides a spacious and relaxing retreat. Near the dining area is a private den with sleeper sofa for extra guests. The kitchen features white wood cabinets with solid surface countertops and eat-in dining space. A wet bar just off the kitchen can be used as a dedicated coffee station or wine bar. The sunroom extends the living area, inviting you to unwind while enjoying spectacular sunset views over the bay. Go outside to enjoy one of the two covered front patios, ideal for morning coffee or evening breezes. The residence also includes the convenience of a private single-car garage, a desirable feature for island living. With only 50 residences, this gated waterfront community offers a rare sense of privacy and exclusivity. Residents enjoy an exceptional collection of amenities, including a resort-style pool and spa, three desired Har-Tru tennis courts, fitness center and community grilling area, all supporting the vibrant and social lifestyle the community is known for. The day dock and kayak launch provide direct access to the bay for fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, or simply docking and enjoying the waterfront setting. Experience the best of Siesta Key penthouse living, where panoramic bay views, resort-style amenities and an active waterfront lifestyle come together in one extraordinary residence.

## Location

- **Address:** 1280 DOLPHIN BAY WAY, SARASOTA, FL 34242
- **County:** Sarasota
- **Neighborhood:** DOLPHIN BAY-SIESTA KEY SEC A
- **Coordinates:** 27.266092, -82.541663
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=27.266092,-82.541663

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Robert Sherman
- **Brokerage:** PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
- **Phone:** 9413131301
- **Email:** Robert.Sherman@premiersir.com

## Primary Photo

![1280 DOLPHIN BAY WAY - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/cdcb3e858d1867419c53a57a8d5ac3b8l-f916128387r.jpg)

*64 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/1280-dolphin-bay-way-sarasota-fl-34242-a4686981)*

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**MLS#:** A4686981 | **Updated:** 2026-04-25
**Source:** listhub

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