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117 S POLK DR
Sarasota, Sarasota, FL, 34236
Active$3,500,000
$1355/sqft
4Beds
4Baths
2,583Sq Ft
1952Built
15Days on Market
About this home
Discover architectural beauty and great value in this premier property tucked away in a waterfront sanctuary a short stroll from Lido Beach and upscale dining and shopping on St. Armand's Circle. Damaged in the recent storms, this one-of-a-kind Sarasota School of Architecture landmark with beamed ceilings, terrazzo floors and unique historical features is priced at lot value, ready for a new owner’s vision. Situated on a 1/3-acre canal-front lot spanning 100’, the home offers a split floorplan, expansive glass walls, sculpture gardens and unparalleled privacy. Ideal for entertaining and indoor/outdoor living, the property features a dock with boat lift, pool, spa and gas firepit. Built in 1952, the home underwent a series of architect-designed renovations, transforming it into an updated Sarasota School of Architecture standout. Blending modern sophistication and vintage charm, it was honored with a Florida AIA Design Award in 2022 and named one of the Sarasota 100 Moderns that Matter in 2024. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to shape a distinctive architectural home with your own finishing touches, and experience an unsurpassed living experience next to pristine beaches and St. Armand's Circle.
Facts & Features
MLS ID#MFRA4637982
Price$3,500,000
StatusActive
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms4
Full Baths4
Half Baths0
Square Footage2,583 sqft
Acres0.3900
Year Built1952
TypeResidential
SubtypeSingle Family Residence
StyleMid-Century Modern
Community Information
Address117 S POLK DR
SubdivisionLido Beach Div B
CitySarasota
CountySarasota
StateFL
Zip Code34236
Senior CommunityNo
Amenities
AmenitiesN/A
ParkingN/A
ViewNo
WaterfrontYes
PoolYes
Interior
Interior FeaturesCeiling Fans(s), Coffered Ceiling(s)
HeatingElectric
CoolingCentral Air
FlooringTerrazzo, Tile
FireplaceN/A
Stories1
AppliancesNone, Tankless Water Heater
Exterior
Exterior FeaturesSliding Doors, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox
ConstructionBlock, Wood Frame, Concrete
FoundationSlab
RoofMembrane
FencingOther
Lot FeaturesPaved, Near Public Transit, City Limits, FloodZone, Near Marina, Landscaped
School Information
ElementarySouthside Elementary
MiddleBooker Middle
HighSarasota High
Additional Information
Date ListedJanuary 28, 2025
Days on Market15
ZoningRSF2
Direction FacesSouthwest
New ConstructionNo
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15 days on market
Listed by: Kim Ogilvie · 941-951-6660—MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · 941-951-6660
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