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Property Description
A Beach Lovers Dream!! A half mile to the best beach in Sarasota county and on the West coast of Florida. Ever want to live close enough to walk or bike to beautiful sand and Gulf waters? This home will check ever box on your list. Tucked away on a quiet dead end street, this home has been in the family for 27 years, second owner/agent. Every update has been done, the list is long and the pictures will show how beautiful it is. Surrounding by majestic oaks on a beautiful yet easy to maintain landscaped yard, the freshly exterior painted, roofed in 2019 home with a 2025 hurricane garage door and opener awaits you. Walk in the entry way, greeted by a solid wood french door leading you into a formal foyer. Just off the entry is direct access to the 2 car garage which features a stationary tub and a side man door leading to the fully fenced side to back yard. Immediately off the foyer is a beautiful private office that can also be used as a 4th bedroom, formal dining room, media room as it has extra insulation for a more quiet space with two sets of french doors. But the most pronounced feature are the beautiful custom build solid wood floating shelves, a ceiling fan with an overhead light. Once you pass the office, you enter the Great room that flows into the brand new kitchen. A custom build solid wood island with quartz countertops and room for 4 bar stools. The kitchen was designed for several chefs to work at once. Main counter are 48 inches from island allow a great work space. An oversized, 33x22x10 stainless steel sink allow for large pots and baking sheets to easily fit for cleaning. All appliances are new matching with the NEW Refrigerator and Stove in their boxes waiting for the new buyer. Under cabinet lighting, stainless pull outs and organizers with great island lighting. Perfect for entertaining and a large family. The dining area is centered in the back with 4 sets of 2025 installed hurricane french doors. The side leads to an open patio overlooking the Zen house and manicured garden area under a grand oak tree. The other 3 sets open to a large screened with gutters lanai, large enough for a dining area, ping pong table, sitting and tiki bar areas. The yard is securely fence with an additional patio on the east side, perfect for your grill. Back inside a split plan with the master on the west side as well as a full inside dedicated laundry room with custom cabinets and overhead shelving for extra pantry storage. The Master Bedroom is large and overlooks the Zen garden the features include a large walk in closet double barred and a brand new en suite bathroom, with a large Ikea Vanity, low flusher and beautiful fully tiled walk in shower with built in shampoo shelf. On the other side on the home are 2 more large bedrooms, freshly painted with ceiling fans and blinds. One is the official SPONGEBOB SUITE! Custom painted larger than life making it a fun place to hang out or sleep if you can stop laughing. Updated main bath features beautiful marble top vanity, low flusher a brand new tub, fully tiled with shampoo shelf and dual shower heads. Double linen closets just off the main bath. Every room is tiled, including the same tile in the entryway and the lanai. There is also a large 12x9 storage shed attached to the house, large enough for all your garden tools, mower and other items, allowing your garage to be just for cars and beach gear! Repiped 2017, Roof 2019, kitchen & baths 2025, sewer lined 2025, Full list is available.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1720 Fossil Dr
General
- Price: $594,900
- Taxes: $1,560 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: R4911073
- Updated: 4/17/2026
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Storage
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Scre
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level
Location
- Area: 34223 - Englewood
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34223 - Englewood
- Subdivision: 0616 - MANASOTA-BY-THE-SEA
- Driving Directions: SR 776 to West Manasota Beach Rd. head towards Manasota Beach. Fossil is the third street on your left, third house on your left. Street is a dead end with a sign.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Englewood Elementary
- Middle School: L.A. Ainger Middle
- High School: Wellen Park High
Community
- Community Name: 34223 - Englewood
- Community Features: Community Boat Ramp, Intracoastal Waterway, Public Boat Ramp, Water Access
- Pet Restrictions: NONE
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water District: MANASOTA BEACH PUBLIC
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Custom, Florida, Ranch
- Architectural Style: Custom, Florida, Ranch
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Aluminum Frames, Blinds, Drapes, Rods, Tinted Windows, Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,733
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1981
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden, Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,365
- Lot Size: 10365
- Lot Dimensions: 75 x 138
- Frontage: Street Dead-End, Street Paved
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved, Asphalt
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link, Vinyl
Water Features
- Water Front Name: MANASOTA BEACH PUBLIC
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,560
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 8 & W 1/2 LOT 9 BLK A MANASOTA BY THE SEA
- Flood Zone Info: AE
- APN: 477120008
- Property ID: 477120008
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Schools
Schools serving 1720 Fossil Dr
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lemon Bay High School 2201 Placida Road, Englewood, FL 34224 | 9-12 | 7.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1720 Fossil Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/17/2026
Listed
$594,900
539.68%
MLS
2/24/2000
Sold
$93,000
—
Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1720 Fossil Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,563
—
$119,175
3%
2024
$1,563
6%
$115,816
3%
2023
$1,473
7%
$112,443
6%
2021
$1,375
-3%
$105,988
-3%
2022
$1,411
3%
$109,168
4%
2021
$1,375
8%
$104,525
2%
2019
$1,279
5%
$102,175
2%
2018
$1,222
1%
$100,270
2%
2017
$1,205
1%
$98,208
2%
2016
$1,190
-1%
$96,188
1%
2015
$1,199
1%
$95,519
1%
2014
$1,187
1%
$94,761
1%
2013
$1,179
—
$93,361
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1720 Fossil Drive, Englewood, FL 34223 (MLS# R4911073) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1720 Fossil Drive is currently listed for $594,900 and was received on April 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 1720 Fossil Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Englewood? You can browse all Englewood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

