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$3,500,000

117 S POLK DR
SARASOTA, FL 34236
Listed by Kim Ogilvie · MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Living area
2,583 sqft
Year built
1952

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.

Highlights

WaterfrontPrivate poolFireplace

Property details

MLS #
MFRA4637982
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
LIDO BEACH DIV B
Status
Active
Days on market
15
On market date
January 28, 2025
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
2
Lot size
0.39 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2.95 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
681
Student:teacher ratio
14.8:1
District
SARASOTA
MiddleCharter
SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES
2.87 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
752
Student:teacher ratio
18.8:1
District
SARASOTA
HighCharter
SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY
3.12 mi away · Grades 6-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,251
Student:teacher ratio
13.9:1
District
SARASOTA

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$700,000 down
$2,800,000 loan
Principal & interest$18,161
Property tax (est.)$2,917
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated February 12, 2025.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.