# 8280 VARENNA DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34231

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/2ba single family, $565,000 ($345/sqft), built 2014, 1,639 sqft.
> Waterfront. Est. $2,448/mo. Listed 2 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $565,000 |
| Price/sqft | $345 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Square Feet | 1,639 |
| Year Built | 2014 |
| Lot Size | 5,663 sqft (0.13 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 2 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Waterfront** - Direct water access

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $2,448 |
| **Total** | **$2,448** |

## Nearby Schools

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

## Key Amenities

- Waterfront

## Property Highlights

- Built in 2014
- 0.13 acre lot
- Waterfront

## Description

### Agent Description
Beautifully maintained LAKEFRONT HOME with a fabulous lake view! With 1,639 square feet of living area, this thoughtfully designed residence features a private walkway to the front door. You enter this home and enjoy the very open great room accented by a high coffered ceiling. The design is the very popular Great Room open to the Kitchen floor plan. Separate Dining Room

also features a high coffered ceiling accent.

The kitchen is well-appointed with granite countertops, white cabinetry, stainless appliances, loads of kitchen cabinets and a pantry. The breakfast bar is ideal for casual dining or entertaining. There are two spacious bedrooms PLUS a den/office. Additional highlights include window blinds throughout, full patio slider vertical blinds, the den features a built-in home theater system with TV and surround sound and a Murphy bed for when extra guests visit! Enjoy the extended lanai
accented by brick paver flooring and a beautiful lake vista! Lanai patio furniture, some great room furniture and bedroom furniture is included in the sale price.The lanai has electric roll down hurricane protection. 2 car garage with storage shelves. This beautiful home is in close walking distance to the Clubhouse and resort pool.
Esplanade by Siesta Key is a gated, amenity-rich community with an on-site manager, clubhouse with scheduled activities, resort-style pool and spa, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, dog park, and outdoor gathering areas overlooking the lake.

Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, and just a short drive to Siesta Key Beach. Sarasota’s vibrant arts and cultural scene, along with nearby UTC Mall, provide endless options for entertainment and recreation.

## Location

- **Address:** 8280 VARENNA DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34231
- **County:** Sarasota
- **Neighborhood:** ESPLANADE BY SIESTA KEY
- **Coordinates:** 27.267537, -82.520419
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=27.267537,-82.520419

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Dick McLaughlin
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
- **Phone:** 9419545454
- **Email:** DickMclaughlin@live.com

## Primary Photo

![8280 VARENNA DRIVE - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/c8ae50b01ed715351dd4fff4bd246ca4l-f1294503073r.jpg)

*49 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/8280-varenna-drive-sarasota-fl-34231-a4690407)*

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**MLS#:** A4690407 | **Updated:** 2026-04-25
**Source:** listhub

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