Sprawling 5+ acre estate effortlessly blends elegance with country charm. This property is an absolute MUST SEE! The home was nearly fully updated in 2021, with the exception of the primary bath and secondary bath, blending modern enhancements with classic charm. Zoned for horses and farm animals, this exceptional retreat invites your boat, RV, and gardening dreams, creating the perfect backdrop to embrace country living and adventure all while being minutes away from town. As you arrive, you will be welcomed by a picturesque wraparound porch that leads to a West-facing lanai, offering breathtaking sunset views. Step inside to discover a spacious and modern interior featuring three well-appointed bedrooms plus a flex room which can be used as a guest bedroom, media room, office, or den. At the heart of the home, you'll find the elevated kitchen featuring beautiful dolomite countertops with soft gray veining that flows across the luminous white surfaces. These elegant countertops pair perfectly with the new cabinetry, sleek appliances, and modern finishes—creating a space that's ideal for both casual living and entertaining. Updates to the home and property include: Newer Roof (2017), LVP flooring throughout (2021), Entire interior repainted (2022), Kitchen remodel (2022), New AC (2022), 66 yards of Concrete added to property which includes driveway entrance apron, 3 car garage extension, barn/workshop (2023), New Challenger Well pump and Water softening system throughout entire home (2024), All Exterior trim and porch repainted (2025). Six horse-stall barn was converted into a workshop/hobby shop in 2023 providing an oversized workshop space where you can park extra cars, small boats, trailers, 4 wheelers, & lawn equipment. The three car garage has an unfinished upstairs apartment space. 20 minutes from Historic downtown Sarasota, and less than 10 minutes to I-75, UTC, shopping and dining. This move in ready retreat is a rare opportunity to enjoy the very best of country living, with city convenience.
Sold for $1,037,500
$1,037,500
740 DEBRECEN ROAD, SARASOTA, FL 34240
3beds
2,157sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
5.01 Acres Lot
$1,010,500 Zestimate®
$481/sqft
$3,920 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,010,500
$920,000 - $1.11M
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Modern finishesOversized workshop spacePicturesque wraparound porchWest-facing lanaiBreathtaking sunset viewsSpacious and modern interiorElevated kitchen
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Listed by:
Melissa Sherk 941-504-0408,
PREFERRED SHORE LLC 941-999-1179
Bought with:
Cyndi Myers, 586002
FINE PROPERTIES
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4662520
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x24
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x22
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors, Outdoor Shower
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,590
- Total interior livable area: 2,157 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox
Lot
- Size: 5.01 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Oversized Lot, Pasture, Zoned for Horses
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 0220023807
- Zoning: OUE
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: PALMER FARMS 3RD
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $481/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $898,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,514
- Date on market: 8/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2025 | Sold | $1,037,500-1.1%$481/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4662520 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2025 | Pending sale | $1,049,000$486/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4662520 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,049,000+61.4%$486/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4662520 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2021 | Sold | $650,000$301/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,837 +3.4% | $810,852 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $9,515 -1% | $788,000 +3.4% |
| 2023 | $9,608 +7.7% | $762,400 +8.7% |
| 2022 | $8,924 +40.9% | $701,700 +50.7% |
| 2021 | $6,333 +4% | $465,700 +6.5% |
| 2020 | $6,087 -4.8% | $437,100 -6.3% |
| 2019 | $6,394 | $466,500 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,394 +2% | $457,400 -5.2% |
| 2017 | $6,267 +17.2% | $482,400 +4.4% |
| 2016 | $5,347 | $462,100 +30.3% |
| 2015 | $5,347 +3.8% | $354,700 +12.2% |
| 2014 | $5,150 +4.6% | $316,200 |
| 2013 | $4,923 -1.8% | $316,200 -3.1% |
| 2012 | $5,015 -6.9% | $326,400 -9.4% |
| 2011 | $5,386 -6% | $360,400 -3.4% |
| 2010 | $5,731 -30.3% | $372,900 -21.9% |
| 2009 | $8,228 | $477,600 -19.9% |
| 2008 | $8,228 -14.4% | $596,200 -15% |
| 2007 | $9,609 | $701,700 +10.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $632,700 +45.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $433,600 +10.7% |
| 2004 | $6,459 +89% | $391,600 +92.8% |
| 2003 | $3,418 -1.1% | $203,161 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $3,455 +4.6% | $198,399 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $3,302 +2.9% | $195,275 +3% |
| 2000 | $3,211 | $189,587 |
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Neighborhood: 34240
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Tatum Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Mcintosh Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 3/10Booker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tatum Ridge Elementary
- Middle: McIntosh Middle
- High: Booker High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Sarasota County
- Sarasota
- 34240
- 740 DEBRECEN ROAD
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