Whispering Sands South Tower 20 Whispering Sands Dr Unit 1205 Floor 12 Sarasota, FL 34242
Estimated payment $10,193/month
Highlights
- Beach Front
- Fitness Center
- Active Adult
- Water access To Gulf or Ocean
- Home fronts a lagoon or estuary
- 2.47 Acre Lot
About This Home
Beachfront Penthouse Condo on Siesta Key! Have you been waiting for an opportunity that’s just too good to pass up? This spacious two bedroom, two bathroom home offers a versatile layout perfect for personal use or entertaining family and friends. Recently renovated, this top-floor condo places you directly above Siesta Key's powdery quartz sands and offers unobstructed, breathtaking views of the Gulf. Balconies on the penthouse level are two feet wider than the floors below and offer the ultimate in privacy and tranquility, allowing you the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking sunsets while watching the soothing waves roll in without interruption. To make this offer even better, there are new impact windows and sliding doors, water heater installed in 2019, HVAC installed in 2021 and a large private storage locker just outside the front door. Whispering Sands is a resort-style community with amenities that include two swimming pools, two clubhouses, exercise rooms, a picnic area with a tiki hut and grills, kayak and canoe storage, a large lagoon, meticulously landscaped grounds and more than 800 feet of private beach. Situated in the heart of world-renowned Siesta Key Village, you'll have private access to the island's vibrant dining, shopping and entertainment scene along with all the services you'll need to enjoy an island lifestyle. And you’ll be just minutes from the many cultural attractions Sarasota offers such as the Ringling Museum, Selby Botanical Gardens, the Florida Studio Theatre, Sarasota’s own Opera, Orchestra and Ballet, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Mote Marine, Sarasota Jungle Gardens, world-class golf courses, professional sports teams and much more. Whether you're seeking a vacation retreat, investment property, or year-round beachfront living, this Whispering Sands condo offers a remarkable opportunity.
Listing Agent
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Brokerage Phone: 941-349-4411 License #3500301 Listed on: 10/30/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,954
Year Built
- Built in 1973
Lot Details
- East Facing Home
HOA Fees
- $1,517 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Carport Space
Property Views
Home Design
- Entry on the 12th floor
- Built-Up Roof
- Cement Siding
- Pile Dwellings
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,282 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Bar Fridge
- Window Treatments
- Sliding Doors
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Water access To Gulf or Ocean
- Access To Lagoon or Estuary
- Balcony
- Exterior Lighting
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Thermostat
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0080156071
Community Details
Overview
- Active Adult
- Association fees include cable TV, common area taxes, pool, escrow reserves fund, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, management, pest control, private road, recreational facilities, security, sewer, trash, water
- Jackie Runyon Association, Phone Number (941) 349-8458
- Visit Association Website
- Whispering Sands Community
- Whispering Sands Sec 6 Subdivision
- Association Owns Recreation Facilities
- The community has rules related to building or community restrictions, deed restrictions, no truck, recreational vehicles, or motorcycle parking
- 12-Story Property
Amenities
- Clubhouse
- Laundry Facilities
- Community Mailbox
Recreation
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Map
About Whispering Sands South Tower
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,551 | $821,100 | -- | $821,100 |
| 2023 | $9,551 | $880,000 | $0 | $880,000 |
| 2022 | $8,772 | $798,800 | $0 | $798,800 |
| 2021 | $7,290 | $571,800 | $0 | $571,800 |
| 2020 | $6,716 | $508,800 | $0 | $508,800 |
| 2019 | $7,190 | $551,300 | $0 | $551,300 |
| 2018 | $8,057 | $623,900 | $0 | $623,900 |
| 2017 | $7,480 | $562,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $6,967 | $511,000 | $0 | $511,000 |
| 2015 | $7,126 | $509,400 | $0 | $509,400 |
| 2014 | $7,584 | $500,700 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 10/30/25 | For Sale | $1,499,000 | -- | $1,169 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,000,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: A4666698
APN: 0080-15-6071
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