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Sarasota,FL 34243
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,859 sqft
Price per Sqft $349
Subdivision Ballentine Manor Estates
MLS Listing ID A4658775
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Fees $2/ann
Year Built 1977
Annual Tax Amount $2,411
Lot Size 0.440 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
New Construction false
Property Description
West of the Trail and just steps from Sarasota Bay, this tropical retreat is your chance to own a true slice of Florida paradise.
Step into your own private oasis featuring a resort-style pool, tiki hut, and outdoor kitchen, perfect for entertaining or soaking up the sunshine year-round. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath block home offers a functional layout with a 2-car garage and dedicated laundry room. Updates include a 2019 tile roof, impact sliders and updated windows, 2023 tankless water heater, 500G propane tank fueling the spa, outdoor grill and generator hookup. Updated kitchen 2024. New A/C and ductwork, outdoor patio kitchen, ice machine and submersible well pump for irrigation. New ADT smart pad security system with indoor and outdoor cameras, plus Ring doorbell and garage door control via ADT app. Situated on just under half an acre, the fenced backyard is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping for ultimate privacy and serenity.
Located outside the flood zone with no CDD fees and no HOA, this home also allows for nightly rentals, making it ideal as a primary residence, seasonal escape, or income-producing investment.
Tucked away in the charming community of Whitfield Estates and Ballentine Manor, you're perfectly positioned near Sarasota Airport, IMG Academy, Downtown Sarasota, Downtown Bradenton, St. Armands Circle, Lido Key, and Anna Maria Island. Boaters will love the proximity to SaraBay Marina with boat slips and dry storage, and for just $30/year, residents can enjoy access to a culinary membership at SaraBay Country Club.
This is your blank canvas in one of the area's most sought after neighborhoods. Don't miss this rare opportunity to create your dream Florida lifestyle.
Location
State FL
County Manatee
Community Ballentine Manor Estates
Area 34243 - Sarasota
Zoning RSF3/WR/
Interior
Heating Electric
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet,Tile
Laundry Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Lighting,Outdoor Grill,Outdoor Kitchen,Sidewalk,Sliding Doors
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Auto Cleaner,Heated,In Ground,Salt Water,Self Cleaning
Community Features Golf Carts OK,Park,Sidewalks
Utilities Available Public,Sprinkler Meter,Sprinkler Well
Amenities Available Park
Roof Type Tile
Building
Lot Description Landscaped,Oversized Lot,Sidewalk
Story 1
Foundation Slab
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Block,Stucco
New Construction false
Others
Monthly Total Fees $2
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Special Listing Condition None
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