Bird Key Real Estate

Bird Key Real Estate for Sale – Sarasota, Florida 34236

Bird Key is one of the smallest habitable barrier islands within the beautiful waters of Sarasota Bay. Although smaller compared with its neighboring Lido and Siesta Keys, this island makes it up with its collection of some of the most opulent Sarasota homes for sale. Among these gems are multi-million dollar mansions reminiscent of the early development of Bird Key as a luxurious residential enclave.

It was at Bird Key where the mansion-building trend in Sarasota first began. The development of the barrier island started during the early 1900s, highlighted by the construction of the New Edzell Castle, a formal Georgian Southern style home named after the Scotland ancestral home of its owner, Davidella “Davie” Lindsay Worcester.  Davie’s husband Thomas Worcester, a retired wire products manufacturer from Cincinnati purchased Bird Key, then a barren, 12.8-acre island, from the state of Florida for $2 an acre, which surely looks a piddling amount considering how values of luxury Sarasota homes for sale have appreciated in ensuing years.

Acreage expanded, downtown link built

The enterprising circus magnate John Ringling bought Bird Key from the Worcesters in 1922. Catalyst to the full development of the island was the causeway and bridge that Ringling constructed in 1925 to connect Bird Key, as well as the outer keys of St. Armands, Lido, and Longboat to mainland Sarasota. With these links, which were improved further in more recent years, these barrier islands and Bird Key are now only some minutes’ drive away from the city center.

It was under Arvida Realty Corporation that Bird Key started shaping up in earnest as a prime destination for prospective buyers of luxurious Sarasota homes for sale. Arvida in 1959 purchased 2,000 acres of the Ringlings’ property including Bird Key. The developer later received approval from Sarasota city authorities to develop it as a “luxurious island residential haven.” Bird Key was enlarged to about 300 acres through dredging and filling, and the island’s infrastructures were also built. The island was connected to the city’s water system in 1964.

A yacht club rises

Sadly for preservationists, Arvida demolished the New Edzell Castle. But it was a gain for the local community, nonetheless, as the Bird Key Yacht Club was built in 1960 at the original mansion’s sprawling site at the northern side of the island facing Sarasota Bay. Arvida transferred the club to the residents in 1967.

Besides serving as a hub for yachting, the club is also a center for socials and offers waterfront dining with some of the best views of Satasota’s waterfront. It also has a fitness center, tennis facilities, and a full calendar of social activities and special events both for boaters and non-boaters. The club likewise has reciprocal privileges arranged with the premier golf and country clubs in mainland Sarasota.

Varied home styles, price ranges

Today Bird Key is a fully developed gated community with around 500 upscale residences, a significant number of which are listed among Sarasota homes for sale. Many of these are waterfront properties with private boat docks and direct deep water access to Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.

The residential styles here vary from waterfront mansions and luxury estates to bungalow-style beach houses and impressive single-family homes. The sales-listed residences in Bird Key are typically priced from the $600s up to the $5 million range.

Bird Key Homes for Sale

Below are the current real estate listings available at Bird Key

Please contact me if you would like to schedule a tour of any of the listed properties below.

MLS# A4629249 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 109 N WARBLER LN
• Price: $9,975,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 3700 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4+
• Pre-Construction. To be built. Bird Key Bayfront opportunity. Developer is offering a new and exciting modern designed home approximately 3,700 sq ft AC space. The home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac, and it is the epitome of modern luxury living. ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

MLS# A4557763 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 118 N WARBLER LN
• Price: $7,250,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 4594 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4+
• Under Construction. Heritage Builders proudly presents The Sand Dollar, a truly one-of-a-kind waterfront estate located in the prestigious, gated community of Bird Key. This architectural masterpiece blends timeless Caribbean-inspired design with the ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: HB REALTY GROUP INC.

MLS# A4653261 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 612 MOURNING DOVE DR
• Price: $6,995,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 4703 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 5+
• Built in 2022 by Voigt Brothers and designed by Arieno Custom Home Design, this new impeccable waterfront estate pairs sleek contemporary architecture with the comforts of elevated Bird Key living. Nestled along deep sailboat water just off Sarasota ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

MLS# A4644139 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 316 W ROYAL FLAMINGO DR
• Price: $5,495,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 4367 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3+
• $500,000 PRICE REDUCTION -- NOW IS YOUR CHANCE TO OWN COASTAL LIVING!Experience waterfront living with this Bird Key estate. This is a rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise at unmatched value.Step into coastal living with breathtaking bay views ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

MLS# A4654382 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 203 ROBIN DR
• Price: $5,395,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 5660 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 5+
• Situated on the exclusive island of Bird Key, expansive corner lot property offers one of the sought after locations in Sarasota. Enjoy sweeping views of Sarasota Bay and downtown, surrounded by mature landscaping that adds privacy and a lush, resort ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: DEVELOPERS REALTY LBK, INC

MLS# A4657277 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 624 MOURNING DOVE DR
• Price: $4,999,999
• Zip Code: 34236
• 3365 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3+
• (Professional Photos Coming).From the moment you step through the stunning new double entry glass front doors of this Custom-built masterpiece, you'll immediately feel at home. Combining the timeless elegance of Bird Key waterfront living with vibran ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

MLS# A4634396 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 367 W ROYAL FLAMINGO DR
• Price: $4,600,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 5257 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4
• LOWEST PRICE PER SQ FT FOR WATERFRONT PROPERTY ON BIRD KEY! A magnificent sanctuary, 12' above sea level, perfectly positioned on the coveted West end of Dolphin Waterway, this home provides unmatched privacy and serenity, framed by 100 feet of SAIL ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: FINE PROPERTIES

MLS# A4635678 View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 109 N WARBLER LN
• Price: $4,549,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 0.34 Acres
• Seize the rare opportunity to build your dream home on one of Sarasota's most coveted locations. This exceptional deep-water lot on Bird Key offers 120 feet of prime waterfront, complete with a concrete seawall and the ability to accommodate a large ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

MLS# A4639822 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 355 W ROYAL FLAMINGO DR
• Price: $4,500,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 3273 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3
• Situated in the highly coveted Bird Key neighborhood, The Banyan House is a stunning expression of refined coastal living. Originally renovated in 2012 by Yoder Homes and thoughtfully reimagined in 2024 by Nova Construction, this home embodies timele ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: KW SUNCOAST

MLS# A4653243 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 430 PHEASANT WAY
• Price: $3,977,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 3461 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4+
• Located in the high-demand waterfront community of Bird Key, this brand new elite home of luxury will impress withexcellence in craftsmanship and eye-catching amenities at every turn. The award-winning team at Allegra Homes introduces the handsome tw ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: GRECO REAL ESTATE

MLS# A4655730 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 413 PARTRIDGE CIR
• Price: $3,550,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 2817 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3+
• Located in the coveted and quiet Bird Key neighborhood, ideally positioned just moments from downtown Sarasota, Lido Beach, and the refined charm of St. Armands Circle. This exceptional Bird Key residence offers thoughtful interior design and lush ou ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

MLS# A4634249 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites

• SARASOTA
• Price: $2,299,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 2475 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3
• This move-in ready three-bedroom, three-bath home with office rests on almost a third of an acre beyond the gates on Bird Key, Sarasota's pinnacle of luxury living and experienced no damage nor flooding from the recent storms. Home is in X500 and flo ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY

MLS# A4655760 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 483 PARTRIDGE CIR
• Price: $2,195,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 2392 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3
• Nestled on a peaceful street in the prestigious and highly sought-after Bird Key neighborhood, this garden home is a hidden gem. Surrounded by lush, mature landscaping, a paved circular driveway, and a two-car garage, this single-story, 4-bedroom, 3- ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

MLS# A4641261 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 526 BIRD KEY DR
• Price: $1,999,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 2451 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2+
• Beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom pool home, situated in the sought-after island community of Bird Key. The vibrant tropical landscaping beckons as you approach, offering a glimpse of the beauty that awaits within. From the moment you open ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: KW COASTAL LIVING III

MLS# A4654386 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 223 SEAGULL LN
• Price: $1,495,000
• Zip Code: 34236
• 1814 Square Feet
• Subdivision: BIRD KEY SUB
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2
• Endless possibilities on Bird Key! This prime garden home sits in a location full of potential. Whether you're looking to renovate and make it your own, start fresh with new construction, or add space to support your lifestyle--this property delivers ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: DEVELOPERS REALTY LBK, INC