2953 47TH STREET
Sarasota, FL 34234
$735,000
A rare opportunity to own more than 2 acres in Desoto Acres! Surrounded by mature trees, lush tropical vegetation, and established landscaping, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers privacy, space, and tremendous potential for the buyer ready to bring new life to a property with plenty of possibilities. The grounds feature a private swimming pool with a spacious surrounding deck, while the expansive yard provides room to enjoy the outdoors and envision your own Florida retreat. It is only 5 miles to downtown Sarasota and 3 miles to SRQ airport.
Inside, the home offers generous living and dining areas, a fireplace, and sliding glass doors that connect the living space to the pool area. The existing layout and features provide a starting point for a comprehensive renovation tailored to your vision. The home does require substantial updating and improvements, making this an opportunity best suited for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to transform a property to their own specifications.
The real highlight is the land. With over 2 acres, mature shade trees, and a naturally private setting, this property offers a sense of space that is increasingly difficult to find. Explore the possibilities of renovating the existing residence, enhancing the pool and outdoor living areas, and creating a distinctive estate property in Desoto Acres.
Offered as part of an estate and sold in its current condition. Buyers should conduct all inspections and due diligence regarding the home's condition, property boundaries, zoning, and any ...
Listing Courtesy of: RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
941-758-7777
| Listing Id: | A4709401 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $735,000 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Mls Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms Total: | 3 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 3 |
| Bathrooms Half: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 3,094 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $3,484 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 97,341 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 2.23 |
| Building Style: | Ranch |
| City: | Sarasota |
| County Or Parish: | Sarasota |
| Subdivision Name: | Desoto Acres |
| Postal Code: | 34234 |
| Year Built: | 1972 |
| Appliances: | Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Annually |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 4 |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 3872 |
| Construction Materials: | Block, Stucco |
| Cooling: | Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s) |
| Cumulative Days On Market: | 0 |
| Direction Faces: | South |
| Directions: | University parkway to south on Lockwood Ridge Rd. Turn west onto 47th st. to property address on the right! |
| Elementary School: | Emma E. Booker Elementary |
| Exterior Features: | Fire Pit |
| Fencing: | Chain Link |
| Fireplace Features: | Family Room, Masonry, Wood Burning |
| Flooring: | Concrete, Laminate, Linoleum |
| Foundation Details: | Slab |
| Furnished: | Unfurnished |
| Garage Spaces: | 2 |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Heating: | Central, Ductless |
| High School: | Booker High |
| Interior Features: | Ceiling Fans(s), Laminate Counters, Living Room/Dining Room Combo |
| Laundry Features: | In Garage |
| Levels: | One |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Other, Private Financing Available |
| Lot Features: | Greenbelt, Near Golf Course, Private, Zoned for Horses |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 331 x 298 |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Booker Middle |
| MLS Area Major: | 34234 - Sarasota |
| Original List Price: | $735,000 |
| Other Equipment: | Fire Pit |
| Other Structures: | Gazebo, Shed(s), Storage |
| Parcel Number: | 0021130003 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Front Porch, Rear Porch |
| Pets Allowed: | Cats OK, Dogs OK |
| Pool Features: | In Ground, Gunite |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 5007 |
| Property Condition: | Fixer |
| Public Survey Range: | 18E |
| Public Survey Section: | 04 |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Security Features: | Security Gate |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| State Or Province: | FL |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Township: | 34234 - Sarasota |
| Utilities: | BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected |
| Vegetation: | Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped |
| View: | Garden, Trees/Woods |
| Water View: | No |
| Zoning: | RE1 |
| Water Source: | Private, Well |
| Sewer: | Septic Tank |
| Association?: | Yes |
| Horse Amenities: | None |
| Road Surface Type: | Dirt, Gravel |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Ownership: | Fee Simple |
| Living Area Source: | Public Records |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Acres: | 2.23 |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Township: | 36S |
| Additional Rooms: | Attic, Bonus Room, Breakfast Room Separate, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Florida Room, Formal Dining Room Separate, Interior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry, Storage Rooms |
| Alternate Key Folio Num: | 0021130003 |
| Association Approval Required Yn: | No |
| Association Fee Requirement: | Optional |
| Association Url: | desotoacres.org |
| Available For Lease Yn: | Yes |
| Building Area Total Srch Sq M: | 359.72 |
| Calculated List Price By Calcula: | 237.56 |
| Cddyn: | No |
| Exist Lse Tenant Yn: | No |
| Flood Zone Code: | X |
| Flood Zone Date: | 2024-03-27 |
| Flood Zone Panel: | 12115C0132G |
| Green Verification Count: | 0 |
| Homestead Yn: | Yes |
| Lease Restrictions Yn: | No |
| Listing Exclusion Yn: | No |
| Living Area Meters: | 287.44 |
| Lot Size Square Meters: | 9043 |
| Minimum Lease: | 1-2 Years |
| Monthly Hoa Amount: | $3 |
| Number Of Septics: | 1 |
| Number Of Wells: | 1 |
| Green Energy Generation Yn: | No |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-10-12 |
| Other Exemptions Yn: | Yes |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Pool Private?: | Yes |
| Property Description: | Walk-Up |
| Realtor Info: | As-Is, Septic/Sewer Addendum Required |
| Room Count: | 3 |
| Sdeo yn: | No |
| Sw Subdiv Community Name: | Desoto Acres |
| Total Acreage: | 2 to less than 5 |
| Total Annual Fees: | $35 |
| Total Monthly Fees: | $3 |
| Unit Number Yn: | No |
| Water Access Yn: | No |
| Water Extras Yn: | No |
| Yrs Of Owner Prior To Leasing Re: | 0 |
| Ag Exemption Yn: | No |
| Road Responsibility: | Public Maintained Road |
| Association 2 Yn: | 0 |
| Attribution Contact: | 941-758-7777 |
| Originating System Name : | Stellar MLS |
| Association Fee: | $35 |
| In Law Suite Yn: | No |
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