Water Views - Seller Financing - Lease to Own
Address
5381 Palos Verdes Drive, SARASOTA, FL
Price
$ 1,195,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#A4707084
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountySarasota
- CitySARASOTA
- AreaSarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
- NeighborhoodRIVER FOREST
- Zip34231
- StyleBungalow Mediterranean
- Year Built1952
- Taxes$ 7867
- Price$ 1,195,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1956
- Lot Size0.39 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
This beautiful Mediterranean style home offers peaceful views of Phillippi Creek, mature oak trees, privacy, and an oversized 0.39 acre lot. Inside, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, plus den, a newly remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom wood cabinetry. Designed for both relaxing and entertaining, the home features generous living spaces, tile flooring, crown molding, and large windows overlooking the lagoon style pool and serene waterfront setting. With approximately 179 feet of frontage along Phillippi Creek, this is a truly special Sarasota property. Conveniently located near Siesta Key, Downtown Sarasota, and everything Central Sarasota has to offer. OWNER FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Phillippi Shores Elementary Elementary School | Brookside Middle Middle School | Riverview High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/26/2026 | Listed $1,195,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Sewer Connected,Water Available |
| Roof | Membrane,Shingle |
| Appliances | Convection Oven,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Zoning | RSF2 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch,Rear Porch |
| Architectural Style | Bungalow,Mediterranean |
| Pool Features | In Ground |
| Construction Materials | Block |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Year Built | 1952 |
| View | Water |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Community Features | River,Water Access,Park |
| County | Sarasota |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | RIVER FOREST |
| Facing Direction | East |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | South on US 41to East on Carmilfra Way. Continue to Palos Verdes. Home is at the end of the cul-de-sac. |
| High School | Riverview High |
| City | SARASOTA |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 17155 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,Lease Purchase,Owner May Carry |
| Elementary School | Phillippi Shores Elementary |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 7867.53 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Brookside Middle |
| Property Condition | Completed |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Virtual Tour | https://view.spiro.media/order/fa00e9f8-f3c9-42b7-d121-08df1434a960?version=40_119&branding=false |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Tax Lot | 23 |
| Legal Description | PORTION OF LOTS 23 & 24 BEING DESC AS COM AT NLY MOST COR OF LOT 23 TH SELY ALG CURVE TO LEFT 24.77 FT FOR POB TH CONT ALG CURVE TO LEFT 24.81 FT TH S-40- 47-W 70 FT TH S-21-13-53-W 119.23 FT M/L TO |
| Minimum Lease | 1 Month |
| Water Access Y/N | false |
| Additional Rooms | Inside Utility |
| Water View Y/N | false |
| Flood Zone Code | AE |
| In Law Suite YN | false |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Living Room/Dining Room Combo,Open Floorplan,Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Laundry Features | Inside |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | None |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Mature Landscaping,Oak Trees,Trees/Landscaped |
| Parking Features | Other,Oversized |
| Lot Features | Cul-De-Sac,Flood Insurance Required,FloodZone,In County,Level,Near Marina |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 17155 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Building Area Total | 3446 |
| Lot Dimensions | 25 x 250 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.39 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
| Private Pool | true |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 34231
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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