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$3,700,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 4,124 Sq. Ft.
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A Rare Coastal Offering - Half-Acre Canal-Front Lot Steps from Lido Beach and Minutes to St. Armands Circle. Opportunities like this are few and far between. Set on an expansive half-acre lot with 133 feet of wide canal frontage, this one-of-a-kind Florida coastal home invites you to embrace a lifestyle of relaxed elegance, natural beauty, and endless possibility. Just a short stroll from the white sands of Lido Beach and mere minutes to the shops and restaurants of iconic St. Armands Circle, this property blends location, charm, and potential in equal measure. Custom-built and brimming with architectural character, the home showcases timeless Florida design details, including pecky cypress paneling and accents throughout. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the spacious living area, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A true celebration of indoor-outdoor living, all four bedrooms offer direct access to the surrounding patios and garden spaces-blurring the line between interior comfort and natural serenity. The primary suite is conveniently located on the first floor, offering privacy and ease of living, while a separate guest apartment with its own private entrance makes an ideal in-law suite, guest quarters, or rental opportunity. Step outside to your private pool, set amidst lush tropical landscaping, and take in the peaceful water views. For boating enthusiasts, the property features a well-equipped dock already in place and ready for your boat-a rare amenity that offers immediate access to Sarasota's sparkling waterways. The oversized lot offers plenty of room to create your dream outdoor living area, whether that includes a summer kitchen, firepit lounge, or garden oasis. While the home is structurally sound and filled with original charm, it's ready for someone with vision to restore it to its former glory or reimagine it into a modern coastal masterpiece. This is not your typical cookie-cutter property-it's a true original waiting to be transformed. Whether you're seeking a personal retreat, a multi-generational escape, or an investment in one of Sarasota's most desirable neighborhoods, this property offers the rare combination of land, location, and waterfront lifestyle.

Full Property Details for 259 S Polk Dr

General

  • Sold For: $3,700,000
  • Taxes: $45,702 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4656652
  • Added to Site: 206 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 1 Month

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 3
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Brick/Stone, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Kitchen

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Courtyard
  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Deck, Patio, Rear Porch
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Patio, Rear Porch

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Spaces: 2

Location

  • Area: 34236 - Sarasota
  • County: Sarasota
  • Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
  • Subdivision: LIDO BEACH DIV B
  • Driving Directions: St. Armands Circle follow towards Lido, south on S. Polk Drive. House is on the left
  • Direction Faces: West

School Information

  • Elementary School: Southside Elementary
  • Middle School: Booker Middle
  • High School: Sarasota High

Community

  • Community Name: 34236 - Sarasota

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Cape Cod, Coastal, Cottage, Courtyard, Custom, Traditional
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Coastal, Cottage, Courtyard, Custom, Traditional
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories/Levels: Two
  • Square Feet: 4,124
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Living Area: 4,124 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1957

Lot Features

  • Property View: Water
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.48
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,712
  • Lot Size: 20712
  • Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Desc: Canal - Brackish
  • Water Front Desc.: Canal - Brackish

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $45,702.93
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: LOTS 21 22 & SELY HALF OF LOT 23 BLK 50 LIDO BEACH DIV B SUB OF BLKS 50 57 59 THRU 63 PLAT 3 JOHN RINGLING ESTATES INC
  • Flood Zone Info: X
  • APN: 2016040023
  • Property ID: 2016040023
  • Block/Lot/Section: 50

Listed and Sold by Michael Saunders & Company

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Schools serving 259 S Polk Dr

School District:Sarasota County School District
NameGradesDistance
Southside Elementary School, Sarasota, FL
1901 Webber Street, Sarasota, FL 34239
PK-52.8 mi
Booker Middle School
2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234
6-84.9 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 259 S Polk Dr

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/29/2025
Sold
$3,700,000
-6.92%
MLS
6/25/2025
Listed
$3,975,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed and Sold by Michael Saunders & Company

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