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Overview

3 bd2 ba1,711 sqft2 car garageSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1957
Lot11,200 sqft
Living area1,711 sqft
Price / sqft$234
Garage2 car

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Ceiling Fans(s)Kitchen/Family Room ComboThermostatPrivate MailboxDishwasherDisposalElectric Water HeaterMicrowave

5929 Murdock Ave is a 1957-built home in Golden Acres 1st Add, Sarasota. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,711 square feet of living space. Listed at $400,000 (about $234/sqft), 183 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

From the listing

Virtually Staged. Buyers financing fell through, and another gets cold feet. Take advantage of the opportunity that is still available here! From the moment you arrive, you will immediately notice the combination of an oversized driveway, garage, and covered carport. With room for multiple vehicles, guests, a boat, or weekend toys, this is the type of flexibility you hope for. That's not a stone roof either.... It's an ALL NEW Decra-metal roof which gives the home a clean, updated look while adding long-term value and protection. Located at 5929 Murdock Ave, this Sarasota home has been fully renovated with the updates that matter most. Inside, you’ll find vinyl flooring throughout, fresh paint, updated bathrooms, and hurricane-impact sliders that bring in natural light while adding peace of mind during storm season. The major systems have already been addressed as well, including all new electrical and plumbing that has been professionally scoped, giving the next owner confidence in what they’re walking into. Every update was made with everyday living in mind — creating a home that feels fresh, functional, and ready to enjoy from day one. More than just cosmetic improvements, this is a home where the work has already been done, allowing its next owner to simply move in and make it their own in Sarasota. Updates: 2019 Permit - Mechanical change out - HVAC System - new heat pump - rear unit, 2021 All new LVP flooring throughout the main house, 2021 Installed fence around back yard, 2022 New dishwasher, 2023 Permit - Re-Roof - Decra stone coated metal roof Installed by RoofTech Roofing & Waterproofing, Inc, 2023 New garbage disposal, 2023 Septic tank pumped with full inspection & maintenance, 2023 Installed all new water valves throughout the house, Bathrooms, kitchen & laundry room, 2024 Permit - Rewiring the entire house, new electrical panel, outlets, switches & all new fixtures. Also installed a whole house surge protector at the panel, 2024 Installed new tankless water heater, 2024 Installed new door between the garage and kitchen to meet FBC (was glass door before), 2024 New upgraded stainless steel kitchen sink, 2024-25 Re-screened rear porch, 2025 Full master bathroom remodel, 2026 Full hall bathroom remodel, 2026 Interior Paint, 2026 Exterior paint, 2026 Installed new impact glass sliding doors in living room & master bedroom.

The essentials

Built
1957
Price / sqft
$234
On market
183 days
Annual tax
$1,644
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
11,200 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1957
2 car garage
Boat
0.26 acres
Lot size
1,711 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$2,423/mo
Down payment (20%)
$80,000
Property taxes
$137/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1957
Lot
11,200 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Electric
Parking
Boat, Covered, Driveway, Oversized, Tandem
Days on Market
183
Ceiling Fans(s)
Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Thermostat
Private Mailbox
Dishwasher
Disposal
Electric Water Heater
Microwave
Refrigerator
Elementary
Gulf Gate Elementary
Middle
Brookside Middle
High
Riverview High

Districts can re-zone, so verify directly with the district before relying on these.

Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$1,644
Parcel #
0101060060

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision
Golden Acres 1st Add
County
Sarasota
MLS Area
34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
Lot Size
11,200 sqft

Price history

Date
Event
Price
10/6/2026
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #A4687404
$400,000-4.7%
$234/sqft
-
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #A4687404
$419,900-9.7%
$245/sqft
4/10/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #A4687404
$464,950
$272/sqft

Neighborhood

5929 Murdock Ave
Sarasota, FL, 34231 · 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch

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List price: $400,000
$385,000 – $400,000
96.3% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
100 of the last 199 home closings in 34231 landed at this number or higher (50%). The median one sat 43 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 183 after a $64,950 cut.

Sample: 199 closed home sales in 34231 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$2,423/mo
Principal & interest$2,086
Property taxes$137
Insurance$200
Down payment20% · $80,000
Interest rate6.80%
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Quick answers.

Price

$400,000

$234 per sq ft

Beds and baths

3 beds, 2 baths

Size

1,711 sq ft

Time on market

183 days

Year built

1957

Monthly payment

About $2,423/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $1,644 annual tax bill, insurance.

Flood zone

Zone X

That is outside the high-risk areas, so flood insurance is usually optional rather than required by a lender.

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Brokered byCOMPASS FLORIDA LLCListing agent: Vincent DioridesListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# A4687404.

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