Waterfront
Address
1040 Sylvan Drive, SARASOTA, FL
Price
$ 1,450,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#A4687776
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Pending
- CountySarasota
- CitySARASOTA
- AreaSarasota
- NeighborhoodSYLVAN SHORES
- Zip34234
- StyleBungalow Custom
- Year Built1980
- Taxes$ 15027
- Price$ 1,450,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1949
- Lot Size0.18 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
Under contract-accepting backup offers. An exceptional opportunity awaits to create your dream waterfront retreat in one of Sarasota’s most desirable locations. This unique property offers the rare chance to either complete the existing structure to your exact specifications or design and build a custom home tailored to your vision. Set on a private, serene lot surrounded by lush greenery, the property provides a peaceful, tucked-away feel while still being remarkably close to everything Sarasota has to offer. Enjoy excellent boating water with direct access to Sarasota Bay and the Gulf, making it a true paradise for boating and water sport enthusiasts. The property is already equipped with a dock and boat lift, so you can start enjoying the waterfront lifestyle right away. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street, this homesite combines tranquility with convenience. You’ll be just minutes from Bayfront Park, downtown Sarasota’s vibrant shops and restaurants, the Ringling Museum, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, and the University Town Center. Whether you envision a modern coastal masterpiece or a timeless waterfront estate, this is a rare chance to bring your vision to life in an unbeatable location with outstanding boating access and exceptional privacy.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Listed $1,495,000 |
| 7/17/2026 | 3$1,450,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | BB/HS Internet Available,Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | None |
| Zoning | RSF2 |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck,Patio,Rear Porch,Side Porch |
| Architectural Style | Bungalow,Custom |
| Construction Materials | Concrete,Stucco |
| Year Built | 1980 |
| View | Water |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Waterfront Features | Canal - Saltwater |
| County | Sarasota |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | SYLVAN SHORES |
| Facing Direction | North |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Pending |
| Directions | US 41 to Sylvan Drive. Head West and the home is on the left side of the street. |
| City | SARASOTA |
| Body of Water | WHITAKER BAYOU |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 34234 - Sarasota |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 7798 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Listing Terms | Cash |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 15027.42 |
| Property Condition | Completed |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Virtual Tour | https://listings.threesixtyviews.net/sites/eygxdaxm/unbranded |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active Under Contract |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Tax Lot | 13 |
| Legal Description | LOT 13 BLK 8 SYLVAN SHORES |
| Water View | Canal |
| Water Access Type | Bay/Harbor,Gulf/Ocean,Intracoastal Waterway |
| Minimum Lease | 1 Week |
| Water Access Y/N | true |
| Additional Rooms | Bonus Room,Great Room,Interior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry |
| Water View Y/N | true |
| Flood Zone Code | AE |
| In Law Suite YN | true |
| In Law Suite Description | Attached,Private Entrance |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ninguno |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Concrete |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Laundry Features | In Garage |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony,French Doors,Private Yard,Sliding Doors |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Mature Landscaping |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Garage Door Opener |
| Lot Features | FloodZone,City Lot,Landscaped |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 7798 |
| Foundation Details | Crawlspace,Slab |
| Building Area Total | 3410 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.18 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved,Asphalt |
| Private Pool | false |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Covered Spaces | 1 |
| Road Frontage Type | Street Paved |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 34234
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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