Now is your opportunity to own this waterfront tropical oasis on Siesta Key in the highly sought after exclusive community of Hidden Harbor. Comprised of just 36 homes, Hidden Harbor located on the North end of Siesta Key, is one of the most unique developments in Sarasota with its tropical landscaping reminiscent of old Florida. Most known for its waterfront lots and brick paver streets shaded by a magnificent canopy of lush greenery. This home has been beautifully reimagined to showcase its contemporary design and is situated on over half acre lot enjoying 119’ of deep-water canal front, making this a boater’s dream. The dock spans almost 40 feet and features a 10,000lb boat lift (installed in 2020) and has both electric and water supplies. No bridges to obstruct your journey out to Roberts Bay, which is just a turn of a corner away. The home features a new metal roof (2023), 4 new HVAC units that includes a garage unit (2024), and new hurricane impact sliders and windows (2021). On the inside you will find a floor plan that is flooded with natural light thanks to large sliders and tall architectural style windows that truly bring the Florida landscape inside. The first floor has all new luxury flooring and woodwork, including new solid core doors. The kitchen was recently renovated with European style cabinetry, stone counters, and a luxury Fisher & Paykel appliance package including range hood and induction cooktop. The two light-filled bedrooms on the East side of the home both feature access to outdoor spaces and walk-in closets. The shared bathroom, which also acts as a pool bath with its door to the outside, was renovated with a new seamless glass shower, European style vanity with LED mirror, and all new fixtures and hardware. Throughout the home, you will find restored original fixtures keeping with the home’s integrity. The primary suite dominates the second floor with a loft area, a light filled bedroom that enjoys the cross breeze when both walls of sliding windows are open, and a custom installed closet. There is an updated en-suite bathroom with another seamless glass shower and floating vanity with new upgraded fixtures. Outside the yard is truly a Florida paradise with fire pit area, stunning tropical landscaping with professionally installed low voltage lighting system, pest control misting system, and an impressive heated pool that was resurfaced and upgraded with a travertine deck. This property offers extreme privacy, architectural character and significance, and water views, all within one of the most unique neighborhoods on Siesta Key. The Hidden Harbor canal offers deep water for your boat or sailboat. Enjoy true island life, whether you find yourself relaxing by your pool, boating, fishing, kayaking, and even paddle-boarding all from your property. There is a natural seawall of mangroves, and the riprap was installed by the reputable Duncan Seawall. The world-famous Siesta Key Beach is just a short 1.5-mile bike ride, golf cart ride, or leisurely walk away. Enjoy local restaurants, boutiques, and live music at the island's lively Siesta Village. Close to the mainland and downtown Sarasota, this is a prime location for island living. If you are looking for your own piece of paradise, and a property that is truly unique, set up a private tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.55 acresLot Size
$703Price/Sq.Ft.
$332/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Walter Shepherd• COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Contact: 941-493-1000
Bought with Rudy Dudon• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Bought with Sophia Dudon• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Est. $3,629 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5303 Hidden Harbor Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #N6143036
Sep 18, 2026
Sold
$2,250,000
$703/sq ft
Sep 4, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 28, 2026
Price Changed
$2,650,000
$828/sq ft
Mar 10, 2026
Price Changed
$2,795,000
$873/sq ft
Feb 20, 2026
Listed
$2,995,000
$936/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4507776
Oct 7, 2021
Sold
$2,750,000
$859/sq ft
Aug 29, 2021
Pending
—
Aug 5, 2021
Listed
$2,645,000
$826/sq ft
Secluded waterfront tropical oasis! A boater’s dream location with a stunning home reminiscent of Sarasota School of Architecture placed along 119’ of deep water canal. This California contemporary style home has been lovingly restored with a costal contemporary design to give a timeless casual elegance. Every room offers large windows providing natural light and picturesque views to take in the sweeping water vistas and lush tropical landscaping. Some of the many interior updates include hurricane rated impact windows and sliding glass doors, engineered hardwood flooring, quartz countertops, GE Cafe appliances, and updated bathrooms. Equally as impressive is the exterior grounds and landscaping. With over a half acre of land, paradise awaits. Multiple sitting areas and a new expanded travertine deck with rebuilt pool makes this home perfect for entertaining. This residence offers the perfect combination of extreme privacy, wide water views, and architectural significance, all within one of the most exclusive neighborhoods on Siesta Key, Hidden Harbor. Comprised of just 36 homes, Hidden Harbor provides lush tropical canopied brick roads that make you feel a world away. Hidden Harbor canal is spring-fed and offers deep water for your yacht/sailboat and has no bridges to the bay. The new composite dock has a new beam-less 10,000 lbs lift, lighting, water and electric. Enjoy the island life, relax by the pool, fish, boat, kayak or paddle-board from your own spacious yard and dock. There is a natural seawall of mangroves with newly-installed riprap by Duncan Seawall. Take your golf cart to the quartz-crystal white sands of world-famous Siesta Beach and to the boutiques and restaurants in charming Siesta village. Only 15 minutes to mainland shopping, restaurants, hospitals and the many cultural activities found in downtown Sarasota.
Public Records
Jun 9, 2020
Sold
$900,000
$281/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4458923
May 18, 2020
Listing Removed
—
May 8, 2020
Price Changed
*
May 4, 2020
Relisted
—
Apr 28, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Mar 10, 2020
Price Changed
*
Feb 6, 2020
Listed
*
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4421223
Jun 8, 2020
Sold
$900,000
$281/sq ft
May 18, 2020
Pending
—
May 8, 2020
Price Changed
$1,100,000
$344/sq ft
May 3, 2020
Relisted
—
Apr 21, 2020
Pending
—
Mar 9, 2020
Price Changed
$1,159,000
$362/sq ft
Jan 8, 2020
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$375/sq ft
Jul 12, 2019
Price Changed
$1,259,000
$393/sq ft
Apr 22, 2019
Price Changed
$1,299,000
$406/sq ft
Feb 26, 2019
Price Changed
$1,399,000
$437/sq ft
Jan 24, 2019
Price Changed
$1,499,000
$468/sq ft
Dec 10, 2018
Listed
$1,599,000
$500/sq ft
Wonderful Siesta Key Calif Contemporary Waterfront home in Exclusive Hidden Harbor enclave of 36 homes. Timelessly Designed by a Prominent Modern Architect, and is a great example of late Mid-Century Architecture. Private Pavered Streets and Heavy Canopy of Old Oaks transports you to old Florida. Drive along Heavily Canopied streets to decompress from the outside world then arrive at the Sanctuary. Open the gate to a Courtyard & Fountain beyond, and ascend 3 steps to the two Grand Verdigris Doors framed by floor to ceiling windows with views into the Home & Garden beyond. As you open the doors to a Formal Entry Hall with red accent walls, the perfect for Art awaits. The Residence features 20’ Vaulted ceilings, Wood Burning Fireplace in Great Room & Formal Dining & Family rooms off Kitchen. Sliding Glass Doors abound and integrate the interior & exterior spaces, somewhat reminiscent of earlier Sarasota School of Architecture homes. Artistic split plan with Loft overlooking Great Room & Generous Master upstairs with stairway to access pool below. Oversized Sliders on both sides of Master & Family Room integrate inside with the tropical outdoors, 2 generous bedrooms downstairs with large sliders & walk in closets as well as a dedicated pantry & laundry rooms. Home is constructed of Cypress a termite and rot resistant wood. Half acre parcel with 119’ deep water canal frontage, 34' composite dock, Lift, no bridges to Bay. Located mid-key so easily assessable to Beaches & Downtown Culture, Dining & Amenities.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4188912
Jan 29, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Dec 5, 2017
Price Changed
*
Aug 22, 2017
Price Changed
*
Jun 12, 2017
Listed
*
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4188873
Jan 29, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Dec 5, 2017
Price Changed
*
Aug 22, 2017
Price Changed
*
Jun 12, 2017
Listed
*
Public Records
Jul 23, 2004
Sold
$250,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,081 (−8.2%)
$1,346,200 + $710,700
$2,056,900
2024
$26,232 (−2.2%)
$1,595,600 + $646,300
$2,241,900
2023
$26,812 (+2.0%)
2022
$26,280 (+108.7%)
$1,630,900 + $586,000
$2,216,900
2021
$12,594 (+22.8%)
$864,200 + $117,300
$981,500
2020
$10,259 (−23.8%)
$651,900 + $122,000
$773,900
2019
$13,457 (+79.5%)
$909,800 + $127,000
$1,036,800
2018
$7,496 (+0.4%)
2017
$7,467 (−0.5%)
2016
$7,503 (−1.8%)
2015
$7,642 (+0.3%)
2014
$7,616
2013
$7,617 (+2.7%)
2012
$7,416
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Sq. Ft.
3,201
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sarasota County
APN
0082010006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RE-2
SKOD
Residential Estate District
The RE Districts permits large lot, estate-type development. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions and requirements necessary to preserve and protect the low-density estate character of the district; The RE Districts are generally used to implement the Comprehensive Plan within those areas shown as Semi-Rural, Low Density and Moderate Density Residential on the Future Land Use Map. Locations on the Barrier Islands that have existing RE zoning are acknowledged, and are considered to be consistent with the Future Land Use Map; however, such lands shall not be rezoned to a more intensive RE District; Agricultural uses permitted under the OUE-2 District prior to October 27, 2003, shall continue to be permitted uses on those parcels converted from OUE-2 to RE-1 zoning.
Zone overlays
Siesta Key Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Infrastructure
Veterinary clinic
Park & open space
Jan 10, 2025 • Final
Residential mechanical
Install multiple Rheem air conditioning systems and a Mitsubishi mini-split air conditioning system with hurricane anchors and electric auxiliary heat. The work is a like-for-like replacement in the same location and elevation.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 31x24
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Oversized
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Family Room,Inside Utility,Loft
# of Rooms: 7
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Dry Bar, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
Directions: From US-41 drive West on Siesta Dr. Siesta Dr will transition to Higel Ave. Continue on Higel until you veer slightly Left on Midnight Pass Rd. Make a Left into the community of Hidden Harbor and take the first Right on to Hidden Harbor Rd. The home is close to the end on the Left.
Community Information
Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,201
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 2016
County: Sarasota County
APN: 0082010006
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026