5938 Murdock Ave, Sarasota, Florida
List Price: $297,700
MLS Number: A4697066

  • Status: Active
  • Square Feet: 1381
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Baths: 1
  • Half Baths: 1
  • Garage: 1
  • City: SARASOTA
  • Zip Code: 34231
  • Year Built: 1961
Opportunity knocks at 5938 Murdock Ave, a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering 1,381 square feet of potential in the heart of Gulf Gate Estates. Priced to invite your imagination, this residence is a rare canvas for buyers eager to build sweat equity in one of South Sarasota's most established and convenient neighborhoods.Set on one of the area's largest lots, the property enjoys a coveted position beside a tranquil pond -- meaning no neighbors on one side and daily visits from Florida's wildlife. A screened front porch greets you, while a back screened lanai overlooks a sprawling backyard perfect for gardening, gathering, or simply unwinding.Inside, an eat-in kitchen flows into a comfortable living room and a flexible bonus room ready to adapt to your needs. The laundry room off the garage presents a smart opportunity to add a second full bathroom, boosting both function and value. A one-car extended garage and separate storage shed round out the practical features, and recent upgrades -- including a new roof/2024 and new water heater -- give you a solid foundation to renovate with confidence.The location is unbeatable. You're moments from Gulf Gate Elementary, Riverview High School, Publix at Sarasota Pavilion, and easy I-75 access. The world-famous white sands of Siesta Key sit just minutes away, adding genuine VRBO income appeal.Ready for a new generation to make it shine, this is your chance to transform potential into a personalized Sarasota retreat.

Misc Info

Subdivision: Golden Acres 1st Add

Annual Taxes: $1,431

Water Front: Pond

Lot Size: 1/4 to less than 1/2

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    Home Features

    Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer

    Flooring: Carpet, Tile

    Air Conditioning: Central Air

    Exterior: Lighting

    Garage Features: Bath In Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

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    Schools

    • Elementary: Gulf Gate Elementary
    • High: Riverview High
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