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Property Description
Unlock the potential of this sprawling 2+ acre tropical oasis in the heart of DeSoto Acres, Sarasota's oldest subdivision outside city limits. This property is a rare find for those seeking "Old Florida" charm without the restrictions of an HOA, CDD, or deed limitations. The house is a solid block 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence primed for a complete custom remodel. This property features over 2 acres of lush, low-density residential land (RE-1 zoning), allowing for one house per two acres to ensure maximum privacy. Bring your horses, park your RV and boat, or build your dream workshop. Enjoy a peaceful, rustic setting conveniently located just minutes from downtown Sarasota, University Parkway shopping and restaurants, UTC, and the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. Priced to sell to account for your interior design vision -make this your forever home today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2944 49th St
General
- Price: $438,000
- Taxes: $5,433 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4683182
- Updated: 2/20/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1 Month
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Appliances: Electric Water Heater
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Terrazzo
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Common Area
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Storage
Location
- Area: 34234 - Sarasota
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34234 - Sarasota
- Subdivision: DESOTO ACRES
- Driving Directions: From I-75, take Fruitville exit traveling west, turn right on Lockwood Ridge Rd, turn left on 49th Street. Property is on the southwest corner of 49th and Traylor Ave.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: Emma E. Booker Elementary
- Middle School: Booker Middle
- High School: Booker High
Community
- Community Name: 34234 - Sarasota
- Community Features: Horses Allowed
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,450
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1956
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.05
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 89,224
- Lot Size: 2.0483
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,433.31
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 52 BLK H LESS R/W DESC DESOTO ACRES
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 21130005
- Property ID: 21130005
- Block/Lot/Section: H
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Schools
Schools serving 2944 49th St
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Emma E. Booker Elementary School 2350 Doctor Martin Luther King Way, Sarasota, FL 34234 | PK-5 | 1.3 mi |
Booker Middle School 2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Booker High School 3201 North Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34234 | 9-12 | 2 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 2944 49th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/20/2026
Listed
$438,000
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MLS
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 2944 49th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,789
4%
$417,400
6%
2024
$4,626
1%
$394,900
-5%
2023
$4,571
30%
$415,600
58%
2021
$3,523
-9%
$262,600
-20%
2022
$3,889
10%
$328,600
61%
2021
$3,523
18%
$204,000
2%
2019
$2,974
-6%
$200,800
-7%
2018
$3,151
7%
$215,600
10%
2017
$2,936
2%
$196,000
2%
2016
$2,869
6%
$192,400
17%
2015
$2,696
10%
$163,846
10%
2014
$2,450
7%
$148,951
10%
2013
$2,296
—
$135,410
—
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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2944 49th Street, Sarasota, FL 34234 (MLS# A4683182) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 2944 49th Street is currently listed for $438,000 and was received on February 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 2944 49th Street? 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.

