1720 FOSSIL DRIVE

Property Details

Description

ARE YOU BEACH READY? 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.

Facts & Costs

Property type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1981

Lot size

10,365 sq ft

Stories

1

Garage

2 spaces

Price per sq ft

$328

Days on market

166

Private pool

No

Waterfront

No

Community

Manasota-By-The-Sea

Subdivision

0616 - MANASOTA-BY-THE-SEA

County

Sarasota

Flood zone

AE

Monthly & yearly costs

Property taxes

$1,560 / year (2025)

As reported by the listing agent. Verify with the HOA and county.

Construction & systems

Heating

Central, Electric, Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air

Flooring

Ceramic Tile

Roof

Shingle

Construction

Block, Stucco

Parking

Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level

View

Garden, Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods

Payment Estimate

$3,007 / month

Principal & interest

$2,877

Property taxes

$130

HOA

$0

Home insurance

enter below

Estimate only, not a loan offer. Rate is a starting value; taxes and HOA are as reported by the listing agent. Florida insurance (including flood) varies widely. Ask George for a lender referral.

Location

Features & Amenities

• Dishwasher
• Dryer
• Electric Water Heater
• Exhaust Fan
• Microwave
• Range
• Refrigerator
• Washer
• 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
• Garden
• Private Mailbox
• Private Yard
• Storage