1720 Fossil Drive, FL

$594,900

1720 Fossil Drive

Englewood, FL 34223

Active
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,733
Sq Ft
0.24
Acres
1981
Built
$343/sqft360° tour
Single Family Residence

Property type

1981

Year built

10,365 sqft

Lot size

$343

Price / sq ft

No HOA

HOA dues

43

Days on market

2

Garage spaces

AE

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

Principal & interest$3,008
Property taxes$130
Home insurance (est.)$273

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

  1. Status: Active
    Apr 17, 2026
  2. Listed$594,900
    Apr 17, 2026
  3. Price increased$594,900

Virtual Tour

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

ElementaryEnglewood ElementaryGreatSchools ↗
MiddleL.A. Ainger MiddleGreatSchools ↗
High SchoolWellen Park HighGreatSchools ↗

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

RoomLevelDimensions
FoyerFirst19x5.6
OfficeFirst12x11.6
Great RoomFirst14x13
KitchenFirst12x11
Dining RoomFirst19x12
Primary BedroomFirst16x13
Primary BathroomFirst9x8
Bedroom 2First13x12
Bedroom 3First13x13
Bathroom 2First9.6x6.6
LaundryFirst16x6
Balcony/Porch/LanaiFirst30x16
WorkshopFirst12x9

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

High riskFEMA Zone AE

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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