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3256 Jolson Drive

Sarasota, FL 34237

3 beds
2 baths
1,558 sqft
7,700 sqft lot
$232 per sqft
1954 build
– on site

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Welcome to this unique three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home in the city of Sarasota, featuring an open floor plan with a kitchen and family room combo surrounded by tall windows looking out to your garden. Upon entry, you'll see the original front door from when the home was first built opening to the living room. The updated kitchen features cabinetry with interior lighting, granite and butcher block countertops and island connecting to the family room abundant with natural light. The family room features an antique fireplace with red brick accent floor and connects to the office with a half-bath and has a doorway to the screened porch and fenced backyard. A split floor-plan home, two bedrooms and full bath on one side of the house, a third bedroom with a large closet, laundry room and exterior door to the side and the backyard on the other side of the house. A large storage shed can be used as a workshop next to the second side driveway, perfect for a boat or RV. The home has recessed lighting throughout, electrical upgrades and exterior camera system and the roof was replaced in December 2015 with hurricane straps added in March 2023. This home is located in the heart of Sarasota just 2 miles to downtown Sarasota. Legacy Trail access is less than a mile away next to the new Sarasota pickleball courts, Robarts Arena and baseball fields. Enjoy easy access to the best beaches, Lido Key is just 5 miles away and 6 miles to Siesta Key. Don't miss this opportunity to purchase a home with no HOA in the heart of Sarasota.

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Sep 14, 2024 •

MLS# A4566222 —

The Building

Year Built:

1954
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Florida
Construction Materials:

Wood Frame
Levels:

One
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered
Security Features:

Closed Circuit Camera(s)
Building Area Total:

1915
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Built-in Features
Furnished:

Unfurnished
Flooring:

Ceramic Tile
Additional Rooms:

Den/Library/Office
Fireplace:

true

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1558
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

From downtown Sarasota, head east on Fruitville Rd, turn onto Lockwood Rd heading north, then first right onto Jolson Dr. House will be on right.
Latitude:

27.338939
Longitude:

-82.504349
Coordinates:

-82.504349, 27.338939

The Property

Parcel Number:

2030150037
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

City Lot
Lot Size Acres:

0.18
Lot Size Area:

7700
Lot Size SqFt:

7700
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

0 to less than 1/4
Zoning:

RSF3
Direction Faces:

North
View:

false
Exterior Features:

French Doors
Fencing:

Chain Link
Vegetation:

Oak Trees
Water Source:

Public
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Street Paved
Flood Zone Code:

X
Flood Zone Panel:

12115C0134F
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

false
Lease Restrictions:

true
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2022
Tax Lot:

5
Tax Block:

B
Tax Legal Description:

LOT 5 BLK B MELODY HEIGHTS UNIT 1 REPLAT
Tax Book Number:

509-629
Tax Annual Amount:

$3,936

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

1.5
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

BB/HS Internet Available
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Cooktop
Laundry Features:

Inside

Schools

Elementary School:

Tuttle Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Booker Middle
High School:

Booker High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

MELODY HEIGHTS
Senior Community:

false
Waterview:

false
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Pool Private:

false
Association:

false
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Association Approval Required:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Carport:

false
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Driveway

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Shed(s)

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Utility Costs

$148/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/5/23 May 5, 2023	Sold	STELLAR_MLS	$361,500	0.4%
4/10/23 Apr 10, 2023	Pending	STELLAR_MLS	$360,000
4/5/23 Apr 5, 2023	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$360,000	116.2% (15.4% / YR)

House Sold on 5/5/2023

$361,500

Listing provided by broker:

Reid Gerletti

PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY

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Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Stellar MLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. Stellar MLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law. For any questions please call (407) 499-8911.

3256 Jolson Drive

Sarasota, FL 34237