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Property for sale at 1040 SYLVAN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34234

1040 Sylvan DriveSarasota, FL, 34234

3beds
2baths
1,949sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
$1,350,000
Sold
Price per sqft
$693
Sold on
Oct 13, 2026
MLS #A4687776Updated Oct 14, 2026

About this property

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.

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Property details

Property type
Single Family Residence
Street address
1040 Sylvan Drive
City
Sarasota
State
FL
ZIP code
34234
Year built
1980
New construction
No
Faces
North
Rooms
7
Building stories
2
Living area
1,949 sqft
Total building area
3,410 sqft
Architectural style
Bungalow
Levels
Two

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Price & sale history

EventPrice
SoldMLS #A4687776$1,350,000
Price reducedMLS #A4687776$1,450,000Change: −3%−$45,000
Listed for saleMLS #A4687776$1,495,000
SoldMLS #A4427465$750,000
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