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7715 Westmoreland Drive Sarasota, FL 34243

5 Beds
4 full, 1 half Baths
4,782 Sqft
19,776 Sqft lot
0.45 Acre lot
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$2,450,000 Est. $9,022 / mo.*
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Status: Active
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1918
Neighborhood: Whitfield Estates Unit 1
Days on Website: 61

Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

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 elevator-sized Grand Ballroom with a 21 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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Property Details and Features

  • Building Name Number: HOUSE OF RINGLING
  • Living Area Meters: 444.26
  • Room Count: 11
  • Architectural Style: "Custom", "Historic", "Other"
  • Building Area Total: 4782
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Construction Materials: "Frame"
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Levels: "Two"
  • Living Area: 4782
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Water View: Bay/Harbor - Partial
  • Association Email: marnie@callmarnie.com
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Marnie Matarese
  • Association Phone: 941-809-8099
  • Available For Lease
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: $512
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 1837
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Features: "FloodZone", "Historic District", "Paved"
  • 0.45 acres
  • 19776 square feet
  • Number Of Wells: 1
  • Patio and Porch Features: "Patio", "Porch", "Rear Porch"
  • Vegetation: "Mature Landscaping", "Trees/Landscaped"
  • Zoning: RSF3/WR/
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room,Breakfast Room Separate,Den/Library/Office,Florida Room,Formal Dining Room Separate,Formal Living Room Separate
  • Road Surface: "Asphalt"
  • Appliances: "Built-In Oven", "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Dryer", "Electric Water Heater", "Microwave", "Range", "Range Hood", "Refrigerator", "Washer"
  • Other Equipment: "Irrigation Equipment"
  • 4 full bathrooms
  • 1 half bathroom
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: "Central Air", "Humidity Control", "Ductless", "Zoned"
  • Exterior Features: "Hurricane Shutters", "Lighting", "Private Mailbox", "Sidewalk", "Storage"
  • Fencing: "Wood"
  • Fireplace Features: "Living Room", "Wood Burning"
  • Flooring: "Tile", "Wood"
  • Foundation Details: "Crawlspace"
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Heating: "Central", "Electric", "Natural Gas", "Heat Pump", "Propane", "Zoned"
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Interior Features: "Accessibility Features", "Cathedral Ceiling(s)", "Ceiling Fans(s)", "Crown Molding", "Eat-in Kitchen", "High Ceilings", "Other", "Primary Downstairs", "Stone Counters", "Walk-In Closet(s)", "Window Treatments"
  • Laundry Features: "In Kitchen"
  • County or Parish: Manatee
  • Subdivision: WHITFIELD ESTATES UNIT 1
  • Township: 35
  • Parking Features: "Driveway", "Garage Door Opener", "Garage Faces Side", "Ground Level", "Open", "Parking Pad"
  • Pets Allowed: "Cats OK", "Dogs OK", "Yes"
  • Pool Features: "Child Safety Fence", "Deck", "Heated", "In Ground", "Lighting", "Other"
  • Spa Features: "Heated", "In Ground"
  • Roof: "Shingle"
  • Elementary School: Florine J. Abel Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Electa Arcotte Lee Magnet
  • High School: Bayshore High
  • Sewer: "Public Sewer"
  • Utilities: "BB/HS Internet Available", "Cable Available", "Electricity Available", "Electricity Connected", "Propane", "Public", "Sewer Available", "Sewer Connected", "Sprinkler Well", "Water Available", "Water Connected"
  • Water Source: "Public"
$2,450,000 - 5Br/5Ba - for Sale in Whitfield Estates Unit 1, Sarasota
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$2,450,000 - 7715 Westmoreland Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
7715 Westmoreland Drive Sarasota, FL 34243
County or Parish: Manatee

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