$594,900
1720 Fossil Drive
Englewood, FL 34223
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
A Beach Lovers Dream!! A half mile to the best beach in Sarasota county and on the West coast of Florida. Ever want to live close enough to walk or bike to beautiful sand and Gulf waters? This home will check ever box on your list. Tucked away on a quiet dead end street, this home has been in the family for 27 years, second owner/agent. Every update has been done, the list is long and the pictures will show how beautiful it is. Surrounding by majestic oaks on a beautiful yet easy to maintain landscaped yard, the freshly exterior painted, roofed in 2019 home with a 2025 hurricane garage door and opener awaits you. Walk in the entry way, greeted by a solid wood french door leading you into a formal foyer. Just off the entry is direct access to the 2 car garage which features a stationary tub and a side man door leading to the fully fenced side to back yard. Immediately off the foyer is a beautiful private office that can also be used as a 4th bedroom, formal dining room, media room as it has extra insulation for a more quiet space with two sets of french doors. But the most pronounced feature are the beautiful custom build solid wood floating shelves, a ceiling fan with an overhead light. Once you pass the office, you enter the Great room that flows into the brand new kitchen. A custom build solid wood island with quartz countertops and room for 4 bar stools. The kitchen was designed for several chefs to work at once. Main counter are 48 inches from island allow a great work space. An oversized, 33x22x10 stainless steel sink allow for large pots and baking sheets to easily fit for cleaning. All appliances are new matching with the NEW Refrigerator and Stove in their boxes waiting for the new buyer. Under cabinet lighting, stainless pull outs and organizers with great island lighting. Perfect for entertaining and a large family. The dining area is centered in the back with 4 sets of 2025 installed hurricane french doors. The side leads to an open patio overlooking the Zen house and manicured garden area under a grand oak tree. The other 3 sets open to a large screened with gutters lanai, large enough for a dining area, ping pong table, sitting and tiki bar areas. The yard is securely fence with an additional patio on the east side, perfect for your grill. Back inside a split plan with the master on the west side as well as a full inside dedicated laundry room with custom cabinets and overhead shelving for extra pantry storage. The Master Bedroom is large and overlooks the Zen garden the features include a large walk in closet double barred and a brand new en suite bathroom, with a large Ikea Vanity, low flusher and beautiful fully tiled walk in shower with built in shampoo shelf. On the other side on the home are 2 more large bedrooms, freshly painted with ceiling fans and blinds. One is the official SPONGEBOB SUITE! Custom painted larger than life making it a fun place to hang out or sleep if you can stop laughing. Updated main bath features beautiful marble top vanity, low flusher a brand new tub, fully tiled with shampoo shelf and dual shower heads. Double linen closets just off the main bath. Every room is tiled, including the same tile in the entryway and the lanai. There is also a large 12x9 storage shed attached to the house, large enough for all your garden tools, mower and other items, allowing your garage to be just for cars and beach gear! Repiped 2017, Roof 2019, kitchen & baths 2025, sewer lined 2025, Full list is available.
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history43 days on market
- Status: ActiveApr 17, 2026
- Listed$594,900Apr 17, 2026
- Price increased$594,900
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 43
- Subdivision
- 0616 - Manasota-By-The-Sea
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1981
- Living area
- 1,733 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $343
- Building area
- 3,011 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 10,365 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- AE
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Annual taxes
- $1,560 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 0477120008
- Zoning
- RSF-1
- MLS #
- R4911073
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
- Additional lease restrictions
- Check with Sarasota County No community restrictions
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- French Doors, Garden, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Storage
- Construction materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Cats OK, Dogs OK
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Foyer | First | 19x5.6 |
| Office | First | 12x11.6 |
| Great Room | First | 14x13 |
| Kitchen | First | 12x11 |
| Dining Room | First | 19x12 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 16x13 |
| Primary Bathroom | First | 9x8 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 13x12 |
| Bedroom 3 | First | 13x13 |
| Bathroom 2 | First | 9.6x6.6 |
| Laundry | First | 16x6 |
| Balcony/Porch/Lanai | First | 30x16 |
| Workshop | First | 12x9 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-04-17
- On market date
- 2026-04-17
- Original list price
- $594,900
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34223 - Englewood
- Listing AOR
- Other
- Home warranty
- Yes
- Status changed
- 2026-04-17
- Tax legal description
- LOT 8 & W 1/2 LOT 9 BLK A MANASOTA BY THE SEA
Flood risk
FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
SR 776 to West Manasota Beach Rd. head towards Manasota Beach. Fossil is the third street on your left, third house on your left. Street is a dead end with a sign.
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