Rare West of the Trail Opportunity – 3960 Sunshine Ave, Sarasota, FL A truly rare and exceptional opportunity West of the Trail! Nestled on a full acre in one of Sarasota’s most coveted locations, this property offers endless possibilities. While a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home currently sits on the land, the true value lies in the prime real estate itself. Surrounded by luxury homes and new construction, this is a one-of-a-kind chance to renovate or build your dream estate. Just minutes from the world-renowned beaches of Siesta Key and Longboat Key, this location provides the perfect blend of privacy, exclusivity, and convenience. Whether you choose to restore the existing home or start fresh, this is a phenomenal investment opportunity in an area where properties of this size are exceedingly rare. Priced to sell – don’t miss your chance to secure this unique slice of Sarasota paradise!
Sold for $900,000
$900,000
3960 Sunshine Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
3beds
1,717sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
0.92 Acres Lot
$1,095,100 Zestimate®
$524/sqft
$3,272 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,095,100
$920,000 - $1.30M
$3,272/mo
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Listed by:
Tiffney Mosley 941-725-2636,
LESLIE WELLS REALTY, INC. 941-776-5571
Bought with:
Tom Collier, 3333410
LESLIE WELLS REALTY, INC.
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4642108
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Den
- Level: First
Great room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Attic Fan
- Flooring: Carpet
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,700
- Total interior livable area: 1,717 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Size: 0.92 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0076070003
- Zoning: RSF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Cedar
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: HANSEN
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $524/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $747,700
- Annual tax amount: $10,499
- Date on market: 3/6/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2025 | Sold | $900,000-5.3%$524/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4642108 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2025 | Pending sale | $950,000$553/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4642108 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,286 -11.6% | $747,700 -12.7% |
| 2024 | $10,499 +296.9% | $856,900 +299.5% |
| 2023 | $2,646 +4.1% | $214,498 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,541 +25.5% | $208,250 +34% |
| 2021 | $2,024 +0.5% | $155,388 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,014 +4.3% | $153,243 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,931 | $149,798 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,931 +3.2% | $147,005 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $1,872 -0.5% | $143,981 -80.8% |
| 2016 | $1,880 | $750,100 +30% |
| 2015 | $1,880 | $577,100 +321.6% |
| 2014 | $1,880 +1.1% | $136,876 |
| 2013 | $1,861 +2.6% | $136,876 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $1,814 +4.4% | $134,588 +3% |
| 2011 | $1,738 -0.7% | $130,668 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $1,751 +8.9% | $128,737 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $1,607 | $125,352 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $1,607 -14.1% | $125,227 +3% |
| 2007 | $1,872 | $121,580 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $118,615 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $115,160 +3% |
| 2004 | $1,896 -0.6% | $111,806 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $1,906 +8.6% | $109,721 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $1,756 +7% | $107,149 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $1,641 +2.2% | $105,462 +3% |
| 2000 | $1,605 | $102,390 |
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Neighborhood: South Sarasota
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- 9/10Phillippi Shores Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Brookside Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Riverview High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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- Florida
- Sarasota County
- Sarasota
- 34231
- South Sarasota
- 3960 Sunshine Ave
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