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$1,450,000 - 1040 Sylvan Drive, SARASOTA

3
Bedrooms
2
Baths
1,949
SQ. Feet
0.18
Acres

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.

Essential Information

  • MLS® #:
    A4687776
  • Price:
    $1,450,000
  • Bedrooms:
    3
  • Bathrooms:
    2.00
  • Full Baths:
    2
  • Square Footage:
    1,949
  • Acres:
    0.18
  • Year Built:
    1980
  • Type:
    Residential
  • Sub-Type:
    Single Family Residence
  • Style:
    Bungalow, Custom
  • Status:
    Active

Community Information

  • Address:
    1040 Sylvan Drive
  • Area:
    Sarasota
  • Subdivision:
    SYLVAN SHORES
  • City:
    SARASOTA
  • County:
    Sarasota
  • State:
    FL
  • Zip Code:
    34234-8333

Amenities

  • Parking:
    Driveway, Garage Door Opener
  • # of Garages:
    1
  • View:
    Water
  • Is Waterfront:
    Yes
  • Waterfront:
    Canal - Saltwater

Interior

  • Interior Features:
    Ninguno
  • Appliances:
    None
  • Heating:
    Central, Electric
  • Cooling:
    Central Air
  • # of Stories:
    2

Exterior

  • Exterior Features:
    Balcony, French Doors, Private Yard, Sliding Doors
  • Lot Description:
    FloodZone, City Lot, Landscaped
  • Roof:
    Shingle
  • Foundation:
    Crawlspace, Slab

Additional Information

  • Days on Market:
    133
  • Zoning:
    RSF2

Listing Details

  • Listing Office:
    Michael Saunders & Company

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Listing information last updated on August 11th, 2026 at 2:24pm EDT.