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$574,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,398 Sq. Ft.
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Looking for a Sarasota pool home that actually checks all the boxes? This one does - and then some. Welcome to a rare find in Lake Sarasota: a renovated 4-bedroom pool home with NEW ROOFS on both the house and detached garage, no HOA, and room to live exactly the way you want. Inside, the home feels warm and inviting from the moment you enter - Wood-plank tile floors Custom built-ins A split floor plan for privacy And an oversized family/rec room anchored by a cozy fireplace The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring two walk-in closets and a spa-inspired bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Step outside and your very own Florida oasis awaits: Sparkling inground pool Peaceful koi pond with waterfalls Screened lanai perfect for gathering, relaxing, or entertaining The detached garage is a dream for anyone needing flexibility - storage, workshop, gym, home office, hobby space, or even a future guest suite. And with no HOA, you can bring your boat, RV, or simply enjoy the freedom so many buyers are searching for. This location is the best of Sarasota living - minutes to I-75, Gulf beaches, top-rated schools, shopping, and dining. Homes offering this level of space, updates, and freedom are incredibly hard to find. Want to see why buyers love Lake Sarasota? Come experience this home in person. Your next chapter could start right here.

Full Property Details for 3959 Palau Dr

General

  • Price: $574,000
  • Taxes: $4,013 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4664765
  • Updated: 12/5/2025
  • Added to Site: 120 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 1 Month

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 11
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Gunite, In Ground

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Storage
  • Deck/Patio: Patio
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Spaces: 2

Location

  • Area: 34241 - Sarasota
  • County: Sarasota
  • Development Name: 34241 - Sarasota
  • Subdivision: LAKE SARASOTA
  • Driving Directions: From Bee Ridge and I-75, go east on Bee Ridge Road. Turn south (right) on Westminster Drive and east (left) on Byron Way then north (left) on Palau Drive. Home is located on the right.
  • Direction Faces: Northwest

School Information

  • Elementary School: Lakeview Elementary
  • Middle School: Sarasota Middle
  • High School: Sarasota High

Community

  • Community Name: 34241 - Sarasota

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Ranch
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Square Feet: 2,398
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1980

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,621
  • Lot Size: 11621
  • Frontage: Street Paved
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved, Asphalt
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $4,013
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: LOT 1582 LAKE SARASOTA UNIT 17
  • Flood Zone Info: X
  • APN: 259050035
  • Property ID: 259050035
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Schools serving 3959 Palau Dr

School District:Sarasota County School District
NameGradesDistance
Lakeview Elementary School, Sarasota, FL
7299 Hand Road, Sarasota, FL 34241
PK-50.6 mi
Sarasota Middle School
4826 Ashton Road, Sarasota, FL 34233
6-82.9 mi
Sarasota High School
2155 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, FL 34239
9-126.3 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 3959 Palau Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/22/2025
Price Reduced
$574,000
-4.17%
MLS
9/26/2025
Price Reduced
$599,000
-3.23%
MLS
9/19/2025
Listed
$619,000
117.19%
MLS
8/22/2016
Sold
$285,000
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Tax History for 3959 Palau Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,013
20%
$331,502
20%
2023
$3,332
5%
$276,895
6%
2021
$3,177
-1%
$261,000
-3%
2022
$3,213
1%
$268,830
9%
2021
$3,177
-7%
$246,600
3%
2019
$3,406
4%
$238,500
3%
2018
$3,287
—
$230,600
1%
2017
$3,296
81%
$227,300
60%
2016
$1,826
-1%
$142,082
1%
2015
$1,853
—
$141,094
1%
2014
$1,845
—
$139,974
2%
2013
$1,840
—
$137,905
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3959 Palau Drive, Sarasota, FL 34241 (MLS# A4664765) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 3959 Palau Drive is currently listed for $574,000 and was received on September 19, 2025. This property is listed by Carolyn Yates from our Sarasota Central Office.Want to learn more about 3959 Palau 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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