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117 S Polk Drive

Sarasota, FL 34236

$3,000,000

  • 4Beds
  • 4Baths4 full
  • 2,583Sq Ft
  • $1,161Per Sq Ft
  • 0.39Acres
  • 1952Built
Subdivision
Lido Beach Div B
County
Sarasota
MLS®
A4637982

Overview

Discover architectural beauty and great value in this premier property tucked away in a waterfront sanctuary a short stroll from Lido Beach and upscale dining and shopping on St. Armand's Circle. Damaged in the recent storms, this one-of-a-kind Sarasota School of Architecture landmark with beamed ceilings, terrazzo floors and unique historical features is priced at lot value, ready for a new owner’s vision. Situated on a 1/3-acre canal-front lot spanning 100’, the home offers a split floorplan, expansive glass walls, sculpture gardens and unparalleled privacy. Ideal for entertaining and indoor/outdoor living, the property features a dock with boat lift, pool, spa and gas firepit. Built in 1952, the home underwent a series of architect-designed renovations, transforming it into an updated Sarasota School of Architecture standout. Blending modern sophistication and vintage charm, it was honored with a Florida AIA Design Award in 2022 and named one of the Sarasota 100 Moderns that Matter in 2024. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to shape a distinctive architectural home with your own finishing touches, and experience an unsurpassed living experience next to pristine beaches and St. Armand's Circle.

Listing Snapshot

Price
$3,000,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
4
Inside Area (SqFt)
2,583 sqft
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
4
Partial Baths
0
Lot Size
0.39 Acres
Year Built
1952
MLS® Number
A4637982
Status
Sold
Property Tax
$14,276 (2024)
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$2.5 monthly
Sq Ft Source
Public Records

Property Details

General Features

19 items
Acres
0.39
Attached Garage
Yes
Direction Faces
Southwest
Foundation
Slab
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Levels
One
Number Of Stories
1
Parking
Garage Door Opener, Attached
Pets
Yes
Property Condition
Fixer
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Security
Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
SqFt Total
3,574
Style
Mid-Century Modern
Utilities
Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source
Public
Zoning
RSF2

Interior Features

15 items
Appliances
None, Tankless Water Heater
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Yes
Flooring
Terrazzo, Tile
Furnished
Unfurnished
Heating
Electric
Interior
Coffered Ceiling(s)
Laundry Features
Inside, Laundry Closet
Spa
Yes

Rooms

RoomDimensionsLevelFeatures
Bedroom 2First
Bedroom 3First
Bedroom 4First
KitchenFirst
Living RoomFirst
Master BedroomFirst

Exterior Features

14 items
Construction Details
Block, Concrete, Frame
Exterior
Outdoor Kitchen, Dock
Fencing
Other
Lot Features
Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Paved, Waterfront
Patio And Porch
Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio
Pool Features
Gunite, In Ground, Private
Private Pool
Yes
Roof
Membrane
Spa
Yes
Spa Features
Heated, In Ground
View
Canal, Water, Garden, Pool, Trees/Woods
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Canal Front
Waterview
Canal, Water, Garden, Pool, Trees/Woods

Community Features

7 items
Association Fee
$30.0
Association Fee Frequency
Annually
Community Features
Street Lights
MLS Area
34236 - Sarasota
Township
36
Financing Terms Available
Cash, Conventional
Roads
Other

Location

117 S Polk Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236 · 34236 - Sarasota

Neighborhood & Commute

ZIP Code 34236

Median household income
$98,702
Income per person
$92,684
Households
8,742
Average household size
1.63
Median age
60.7

Source: Walk Score.

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Schools

Elementary School
Southside Elementary
Middle School
Booker Middle
High School
Sarasota High

Price & Status History

  1. Listing updated with changes from the MLS®
  2. Status changed to Closed
  3. Price changed to $3,300,000

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