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Overview

3 bd2 ba1,733 sqft2 car garageSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1981
Lot10,365 sqft
Living area1,733 sqft
Price / sqft$328
Garage2 car

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About this home

Built-in FeaturesCeiling Fans(s)Open FloorplanPrimary Bedroom Main FloorSolid Surface CountersSolid Wood CabinetsSplit BedroomThermostat

1720 Fossil Dr is a 1981-built home in 0616 - Manasota-by-the-sea, Englewood. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,733 square feet of living space. Listed at $569,000 (about $328/sqft), 157 days on market. Flood zone AE - confirm flood insurance requirements with your lender.

From the listing

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.

The essentials

Built
1981
Price / sqft
$328
On market
175 days
Annual tax
$1,560
Flood zone
AE
Lot
10,365 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1981
2 car garage
Driveway
10,365 sqft lot
Lot size
1,733 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$3,383/mo
Down payment (20%)
$113,800
Property taxes
$130/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1981
Lot
10,365 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Parking
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level
Days on Market
175
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
Street Lights
Dishwasher
Dryer
Electric Water Heater
Exhaust Fan
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Elementary
Englewood Elementary
Middle
L.A. Ainger Middle
High
Wellen Park High

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

Homestead exemption on file Flood Zone AE
Annual Tax (2025)
$1,560
Parcel #
0477120008

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
0616 - Manasota-by-the-sea
County
Sarasota
MLS Area
34223 - Englewood
Lot Size
10,365 sqft
Flood Insurance RequiredFloodZoneIn CountyLandscapedLevelPrivateStreet Dead-EndPavedUnincorporated

Price history

Date
Event
Price
8/11/2026
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #R4911073
$569,000-3.4%
$328/sqft
-
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #R4911073
$589,000-1.0%
$340/sqft
4/17/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #R4911073
$594,900
$343/sqft

Neighborhood

1720 Fossil Dr
Englewood, FL, 34223 · 34223 - Englewood

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List price: $569,000
$545,000 – $569,000
95.6% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
120 of the last 238 home closings in 34223 landed at this number or higher (50%). The median one sat 59 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 175 after a $25,900 cut.

Sample: 238 closed home sales in 34223 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$3,382/mo
Principal & interest$2,968
Property taxes$130
Insurance$285
Down payment20% · $113,800
Interest rate6.80%
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Quick answers.

Price

$569,000

$328 per sq ft

Beds and baths

3 beds, 2 baths

Size

1,733 sq ft

Time on market

175 days

Year built

1981

Monthly payment

About $3,383/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $1,560 annual tax bill, insurance.

Flood zone

Zone AE

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Brokered byCORIN BAY REAL ESTATEListing agent: Chris PhelpsListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# R4911073.

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