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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,949 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 3 days ago
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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.

Full Property Details for 1040 Sylvan Dr

General

  • Price: $1,495,000
  • Taxes: $15,027 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4687776
  • Updated: 3/30/2026
  • Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 1 Week

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Interior Features: Ninguno
  • Appliances: None
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Concrete

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Garage

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Private Yard, Sliding Doors
  • Deck/Patio: Deck, Patio, Rear Porch, Side Porch
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio, Rear Porch, Side Porch

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener

Location

  • Area: 34234 - Sarasota
  • County: Sarasota
  • Development Name: 34234 - Sarasota
  • Subdivision: SYLVAN SHORES
  • Driving Directions: US 41 to Sylvan Drive. Head West and the home is on the left side of the street.
  • Direction Faces: North

Community

  • Community Name: 34234 - Sarasota

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water District: WHITAKER BAYOU
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Bungalow, Custom
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Custom
  • Exterior Const.: Concrete, Stucco
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories/Levels: Two
  • Square Feet: 1,949
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1980

Lot Features

  • Property View: Water
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,798
  • Lot Size: 7798
  • Frontage: Street Paved
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved, Asphalt

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Desc: Bay/Harbor, Gulf/Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water Front Name: WHITAKER BAYOU
  • Water Front Desc.: Saltwater Canal

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $15,027.42
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: LOT 13 BLK 8 SYLVAN SHORES
  • Flood Zone Info: AE
  • APN: 2006090013
  • Property ID: 2006090013
  • Block/Lot/Section: 8

Listed by Michael Saunders & Company

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Schools serving 1040 Sylvan Dr

School District:Sarasota County School District
NameGradesDistance
Gocio Elementary School
3450 Gocio Road, Sarasota, FL 34235
PK-53.1 mi
Booker Middle School
2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234
6-81.8 mi
Booker High School
3201 North Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34234
9-120.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1040 Sylvan Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/30/2026
Listed
$1,495,000
99.33%
MLS
6/04/2019
Sold
$750,000
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Tax History for 1040 Sylvan Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$15,283
-3%
$1,122,200
-13%
2024
$15,722
6%
$1,291,600
5%
2023
$14,766
16%
$1,235,800
24%
2022
$12,732
12%
$996,000
26%
2021
$11,321
—
$792,800
33%
2021
$11,321
15%
$594,900
-1%
2019
$9,834
-2%
$603,700
-2%
2018
$10,065
212%
$616,400
166%
2017
$3,226
7%
$231,612
8%
2016
$3,005
—
$215,122
2%
2015
$3,019
—
$211,818
1%
2014
$3,010
6%
$210,137
6%
2013
$2,839
—
$197,789
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1040 Sylvan Drive, Sarasota, FL 34234 (MLS# A4687776) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1040 Sylvan Drive is currently listed for $1,495,000 and was received on March 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 1040 Sylvan Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sarasota? You can browse all Sarasota real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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