$415,000
Off-Market Date: 05/16/20264237 Sarasota Avenue Sarasota, FL 34234
Pending MLS# A4693278
3 beds 2 baths 1,803 sq ft Single Family
Details for 4237 Sarasota Avenue
MLS# A4693278
Description for 4237 Sarasota Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34234
Under contract-accepting backup offers. TLC is needed on this fixer-upper. "Step back into Sarasota’s Golden Age with this rare Norman Revival treasure, purportedly commissioned by circus legend John Ringling circa 1940. Nestled "West of the Trail"(Tamiami Trail) in the prestigious Sapphire Shores neighborhood, this two-story masterpiece is a storied neighbor to the world-renowned Ringling Museum and the Venetian splendor of Ringling's Cà d’Zan. Inside, the home retains its timeless character across its twenty-six-foot living room, library, three spacious bedrooms, and two bathrooms, featuring an authentic clawfoot bathtub that evokes a sense of period elegance. With its distinctive steeply pitched rooflines and craftsmanship that would be nearly impossible to replicate today, this property offers more than just a home—it’s a living piece of Sarasota history. This two-story architectural gem is close to Sarasota Bay and the Ringling Museum grounds. It is in a prime location in a culturally rich neighborhood. A true Sarasota treasure. Norman Revival style is characterized by steeply pitched hipped roofs and flared eaves, standing out against the area's common Mediterranean and Mid-Century Modern styles. The connection to John Ringling adds significant "bragging rights" and historical value, as he was the primary visionary behind Sarasota’s early development. Live the Museum District Lifestyle: This area is known for its lush, banyan-lined streets and proximity to cultural landmarks like the FSU/Asolo Performing Arts Center. As the name implies, the style borrows its design cues directly from the Normandy region of France. The many splendors of Indian Beach and Sapphire Shores include proximity to the Bayshore parks, the Ringling Museum, entertainment, SRQ Airport, and shopping at the University Town Center or in the Downtown area. Please excuse the temporary pictures until the home is vacated by the "tenant" at the end of May; new photos will be added.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Pending
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
Square Feet: 1,803 sq ft
Year Built: 1940
Stories: 2 Story
Construction: Stucco,Wood Frame
Construction Display: New Construction
Subdivision: Indian Beach Map Of
Foundation: Slab
County: Sarasota
Construction Status: Fixer
Room Information
Main Floor
Primary Bathroom: 7x6
Primary Bedroom: 11x12
Living Room: 14x26
Library: 14x12
Kitchen: 9x13
Upper Floor
Bedroom 3: 10x12
Bathroom 2: 7x6
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 2
Interior Features
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Tile,Wood
Fireplaces: Masonry
Additional Interior Features: Main Level Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Municipal Utilities,Sewer Connected
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Electric
Exterior / Lot Features
Roof: Shingle
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Garden, Private Yard
Driving Directions
From Downtown Sarasota, take the Tamiami Trail US 41 to Indian Beach Road to Shore Road to Sarasota Avenue,
Financial Considerations
Terms: Cash,Conventional
Tax/Property ID: 2004060003
Tax Amount: 5217
Tax Year: 2025
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