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$1,500,000 | 6 beds | 4 full baths | 1 half baths | 3,492 sqft
Sarasota, FL 34234
- 6Beds
- 5.00Total Baths
- 4 Full, 1 HalfBaths
- 3,492SqFt
- 1945Year Built
- 0.37Acres
- MLS# A4684540
- Residential
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Active
- Approx Time on Market3 months, 3 days
- Area34234 - Sarasota
- CountySarasota
- Subdivision Bay Haven
Overview
A Rare Piece of Sarasota History. Four turn-key furnished residences. Three City Lots. One Extraordinary Piece of Sarasota History. Welcome to 941 Virginia Drive, a truly unique historic property originally built by John Ringling Jr., offering vintage Sarasota charm paired with modern flexibility and lucrative income. Set on three city lots, this 125-foot-long masonry residence creates an extraordinary private compound with four distinct living spaces. The main residence features two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and an office or den, highlighted by timeless architectural details including stone porches, arched doorways, pecky cypress paneling, tall vaulted beamed ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. Modern updates complement the historic character with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and updated fixtures. The property is designed for lifestyle, opportunity and flexibility for extended family, guests or continued successful short-term rental business. In addition to the main home, the estate includes three separate guest residences providing privacy and versatility. There are two in-law suites that feature full kitchens, a private pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, patio access and a private bathroom; one offers one bedroom and the other two bedrooms. There is an additional one-bedroom dwelling with a convenient kitchenette, private bathroom and laundry. Located just two miles north of downtown Sarasota, the property offers easy access to Lido Key, Longboat Key, St. Armands Circle, and the vibrant dining, arts, and cultural scene of downtown Sarasota. Whether you envision a private historic estate, a multi-generational compound or a unique established vacation rental business, this rare property offers exceptional character, privacy and opportunity in one of Sarasotas most desirable locations. Dont miss this opportunity to Own a Piece of Ringling History A Private Sarasota Compound with Vintage Charm and Resort-Style Living.
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Waterfront, Sidewalks
Pets Allowed: Yes
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 5.00
Fullbaths: 4
Building Info
Window Features: Blinds, WindowTreatments
Roof: Shingle
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Style: Florida, MidCenturyModern
Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, InGround, ScreenEnclosure, SaltWater
Patio: RearPorch, Enclosed, FrontPorch, Screened, SidePorch
Pool Private: Yes
Exterior Features: FrenchPatioDoors, SprinklerIrrigation, Lighting, OutdoorGrill, OutdoorShower, PrivateYard, RainGutters, Storage
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $1,500,000
Fencing: Fenced, Wood
Garage / Parking
Parking Features: Driveway
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Fireplace Desc: LivingRoom, WoodBurning
Fireplace: Yes
Floors: Carpet, CeramicTile
Levels: One
Spa: Yes
Laundry Features: Inside, LaundryCloset, LaundryRoom
Interior Features: BuiltInFeatures, CeilingFans, CofferedCeilings, LivingDiningRoom, MainLevelPrimary, SolidSurfaceCounters, VaultedCeilings, WoodCabinets, WindowTreatments
Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, GasWaterHeater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, RangeHood, Washer
Spa Features: AboveGround, Heated
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: From US-41 North take a left onto W Tamiami Circle. Continue straight onto Virginia Drive and the home will be on the right. From US-41 South take a right onto W Tamiami Circle. Continue straight onto Virginia Drive and the home will be on the right.
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.37
Lot Sqft: 16,233
Est Lotsize: 149x100
Vegetation: FruitTrees, Oak, PartiallyWooded
Lot Desc: CornerLot, CityLot, Landscaped
Misc
Other
Other Structures: Sheds, GarageApartment
Special Conditions: None
Other Rooms Info
Property Info
Section: 12
Class Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition: NewConstruction
Construction Materials: Block
Stories: 1
Total Stories: 1
Foundation: Slab
Human Modified: Yes
Room Info
Total Rooms: 8
Sqft Info
Sqft: 3,492
Bulding Area Sqft: 3,687
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: PublicRecords
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,025
Tax Lot: 236
Tax Legal Description: LOTS 236 237 & 238 BAY HAVEN
Tax Annual Amount: 9216.86
Tax Book Number: 1-168
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Central, Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: PublicSewer
Cool System: CentralAir, Ductless, CeilingFans
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Utilities: CableConnected, ElectricityConnected, NaturalGasConnected, HighSpeedInternetAvailable, MunicipalUtilities, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
Waterfront / Water
View: Yes
View: Pool, TreesWoods
Directions
From US-41 North take a left onto W Tamiami Circle. Continue straight onto Virginia Drive and the home will be on the right. From US-41 South take a right onto W Tamiami Circle. Continue straight onto Virginia Drive and the home will be on the right.This listing courtesy of Michael Saunders & Company
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MLS# A4684540 located at 941 Virginia Drive, Sarasota, Florida is brought to you by David Shippey REALTOR®
941 Virginia Drive, Sarasota, Florida has 6 Beds, 4 Full Bath, and 1 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 941 Virginia Drive, Sarasota, Florida is A4684540.
The price for 941 Virginia Drive, Sarasota, Florida is $1,500,000.
The status of 941 Virginia Drive, Sarasota, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 941 Virginia Drive, Sarasota, Florida is Bay Haven.
The home located at 941 Virginia Drive, Sarasota, Florida was built in 2026.