RARE OPPORTUNITY to own this beautifully remodeled, TURNKEY furnished fifth floor, PENTHOUSE, with soaring cathedral ceilings and incredible, UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS OF THE INTRACOASTAL, one of only five units like it in Dolphin Bay! This stunning condo offers luxury living in one of Siesta Keys most sought-after gated, dog friendly communities. Only the top floor boasts these dramatic ceilings, vaulted in the living and dining areas, primary suite, and lanai. Relax in the lanai with either open air or hurricane sliders, as dolphins swim by and boats glide past. The chef's kitchen is a dream - both stylish and smartly designed. It features high-end appliances, custom solid wood cabinetry with clever built-ins, two wine fridges, a separate bar area, and a spacious island with striking granite counters and backsplash. Plantation shutters adorn the sliders to the front patio from the additional sitting/den area in the kitchen. Wake up to sunrise views from the primary bedroom and back porch, enjoy sunset skies from the front. The primary suite overlooks the water and includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with dual vanities, plus dedicated makeup vanity and walk-in shower. The guest bedroom includes a walk in closet and has a slider to its own front patio to enjoy beach breezes. HURRICANE RATED windows and sliders offer peace of mind, and a PRIVATE GARAGE (rare on Siesta Key!) offers secure parking and extra storage. Premium engineered hardwood floors and solid core doors throughout. HVAC Jan 2021. Dolphin Bay is a friendly, social community with fantastic amenities: three tennis courts, a fitness center, heated pool and spa, clubhouse, and day dock. It's easy to connect and make new friends with all the social activities available. Located across the street from the world-famous Siesta Key Beach. Hop on the free open air Siesta Key trolley that stops outside the gates to enjoy boutique shopping and dining options from the village all the way down to Turtle beach!
For sale
Price cut: $74K (5/22)
$1,525,000
1280 Dolphin Bay Way APT 503, Sarasota, FL 34242
2beds
2,042sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1998
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$747/sqft
$2,477/mo HOA
What's special
Spacious islandDramatic ceilingsEnsuite bathSoaring cathedral ceilingsPremium engineered hardwood floorsPlantation shuttersWalk-in shower
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 24, 2025 at 01:11pm
Listing Provided by:
Michelle Silva 941-993-8993,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-388-4447,
Alex Stafford 941-809-7221,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4648276
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Makeup/Vanity Space, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x14
Dining room
- Features: Bar
- Level: First
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Granite Counters
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x15
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x12
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Porcelain Tile
- Doors: Outdoor Grill, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Shutters, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,217
- Total interior livable area: 2,042 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Deeded, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Reserved, Under Building
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Tennis Court(s)
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
- Spa features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Bay/Harbor - Full, Intracoastal Waterway
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full,Intracoastal Waterway
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor Front, Waterfront, Bay/Harbor, Bay/Harbor Access, Intracoastal Waterway Access, Minimum Wake Zone, Seawall
- Body of water: INTRACOASTAL
Lot
- Features: Private, Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Tennis Court(s)
- Parcel number: 0105131118
- Zoning: RMF3
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Membrane,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Bay/Harbor Front, Dock, Fishing, Intracoastal Waterway, Water Access, Waterfront, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Gated Community, Security Gate, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: DOLPHIN BAY-SIESTA KEY
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Security, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Security, Sewer, Trash
- HOA fee: $2,477 monthly
- HOA name: Progressive Community Management/Elise Angeloro
- HOA phone: 941-921-5393
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $747/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,188,200
- Annual tax amount: $13,971
- Date on market: 4/11/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
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