1040 SYLVAN DRIVE, Sarasota, FL 34234

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,949 sqft

Property Description

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.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

March 30, 2026

Data Last Updated:

April 4, 2026 at 3:23PM

Listing Office:

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY : 941-951-6660

Listing Agent:

Jennifer Linehan : 941-266-7555

MLS ID:

A4687776

Interior

• General: Ninguno
• Rooms: Bonus RoomGreat RoomInterior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry
• Appliances: None
• Laundry: In Garage
• Flooring: Concrete
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: CentralElectric

Exterior

• General: BalconyFrench DoorsPrivate YardSliding Doors
• Style: BungalowCustom
• Other Structures: DeckRear PorchPatioSide Porch
• Parking: DrivewayGarage Door Opener

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: ConcreteStuccoTwoCrawlspaceSlab

Location

• Road/Access: AsphaltPaved
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Sarasota

Lot

• Zoning: RSF2LOT 13 BLK 8 SYLVAN SHORES2006090013
• View: Water

Utilities

• Utilities: BB/HS Internet AvailableCable AvailableElectricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Fee Simple