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$1,495,000
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1040 SYLVAN DRIVE
SARASOTA, FL 34234

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1,949
SqFt
$767
/SqFt
1980
Built
Subdivision:
SYLVAN SHORES
County:
Sarasota

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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.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,495,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,949 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.18 Acres
Year Built 
1980
MLS® Number 
A4687776
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$15,027.42
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
7 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.18
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
North
Foundation 
Slab
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
DrivewayGarage Door OpenerAttached
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
3410
Style 
BungalowCustom
Utilities 
Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
RSF2
Interior Features
Appliances 
None
Basement 
Crawl Space
Cooling 
Central Air
Flooring 
Concrete
Furnished 
Unfurnished
Heating 
CentralElectric
Laundry Features 
In Garage
Additional Bedroom 
Dimensions - 18x15Level - Second
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13x11Level - First
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 16x8Level - First
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 13x16Level - First
Great Room 
Dimensions - 19x15Level - First
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 12x10Level - First
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 15x11Level - First
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
ConcreteStucco
Exterior 
BalconyPrivate Yard
Lot Features 
LandscapedPavedWaterfront
Patio And Porch 
DeckPatioRear PorchSide Porch
Roof 
Shingle
View 
CanalWater
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
Canal Front
Waterview 
CanalWater
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
Cash
MLS Area 
34234 - Sarasota
Roads 
AsphaltPaved
Township 
36S
Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY (941) 266-7555



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Last checked: 2026-03-30 04:42 PM EDT

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