Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,865 sqft$617/sqft
4242 Carlton Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240
Single FamilyProperty Type
15.12 acresLot Size
1997Year Built
$617/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Take a scenic drive down the canopy roads of Historic Old Myakka and arrive at this once in a lifetime farmhouse estate. This country home is nestled amongst century old oaks and sits on 15+ breathtaking acres where the property backs up to Myakka River State park! Allowing you to never worry about new developments or close neighbors. This newly renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage home features open concept living with vaulted ceilings , a gas burning fireplace , and tile floors . The large...Take a scenic drive down the canopy roads of Historic Old Myakka and arrive at this once in a lifetime farmhouse estate. This country home is nestled amongst century old oaks and sits on 15+ breathtaking acres where the property backs up to Myakka River State park! Allowing you to never worry about new developments or close neighbors. This newly renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage home features open concept living with vaulted ceilings , a gas burning fireplace , and tile floors . The large kitchen has a farmhouse aesthetic and boasts open wood shelving , a butcher block island , brick backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Connected to the beautiful kitchen is a spacious walk-in pantry and laundry room with ample storage space. This home is a horse lovers dream! The arena and paddocks all feature wood board fencing and no climb wire. The charming barn ( 70 x 40 ft. ) has a brand new metal roof and 9 oversized stalls (12 x 20 ft. ) with sturdy wood sliding doors. The barn also features a tack room, hay room and indoor wash rack with a concrete alley and quaint back porch to enjoy the gorgeous country views. The yard and driveway also have all new wood board fencing and includes a large custom built 10 x 22 ft. chicken coop. This property also includes a 1,600 ft detached Garage that has been separated into two halves. One half is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath apt with a full kitchen that has been continuously leased. The other half has plenty of space for all of your equipment and toys with large 16ft automatic doors. The cattle pens are set up for your ranching endeavors, the income producing opportunities are truly endless with this property! Arguably, the best feature of the home is the large screened in lanai. This part of the ranch home is incredible for hosting guests or just enjoying some quiet time while listening to the crickets in the background. At the end of a long day, whether you’ve been working the land or working in the office you will love kicking back here on the porch and relaxing while watching the spectacular sunsets that easily rival those of Siesta Key. You’re sure to fall in love with this amazing place!
  • Listed by: Katie Huss 941.526.3621 katie@husstlinhomes.com Brokerage DRE #1060990 • KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SELECT
Listing closed: 12/15/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: A4515406

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$860,000

Avg days on market

79

Sale-to-list ratio

89.9%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SELECT, Katie Huss

Sold By MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, Linda Driggs

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Property Information for 4242 Carlton Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,601 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: NOT APPLICABLE
  • Township: 37
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Lot Size: 15.12 AC / 658,627 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: Head East on Fruitville Road and at the T turn right onto Myakka Rd, go straight at the first curve turn right at the stop sign onto Wilson Rd by school house, follow road until it curves into Lena Ln, follow road all the way until Lena ends turning right onto Murphy Rd, and Left onto Carlton Rd and it is the last house on the right.
  • Elementary School: Tatum Ridge Elementary
  • Other Equipment: Livestock Equipment
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Not Applicable
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 4242
  • Street Name: Carlton
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Parking Pad
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Legal Description: COM AT NE COR OF SEC 3-37-20 TH S 00-31-23 E 1472.73 FT TH N 89-55-31 E 310.55 FT TH S 01-19-48 E 402.94 FT FOR POB TH CONT S 01-19-48 E 403.02 FT TH N 89-59-44 W 1641.21 FT TO W LINE OF E 1/2 OF
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 0581001020
  • Total Acreage: 10 to less than 20
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: OUR
  • Living Area: 1865
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1997
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 11-04-2016
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12115C0195F
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 20
  • Public Survey Section: 03
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Available
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Fencing: Board, Cross Fenced, Fenced, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Electric
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 5.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Currency Monthly Rent Amt: $1,200.00
  • Days Notice To Tenant If Not Ren: 30 days
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0

Property History for 4242 Carlton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 15, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1479125913

$1,150,000

+62.4% / yr

Dec 15, 2021

Sold

MFRMLS #A4515406

$1,150,000
Oct 23, 2021

Pending

MFRMLS #A4515406

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/15/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1479125913

$1,150,000

+62.4% / yr

12/15/2021

Sold

MFRMLS #A4515406

$1,150,000
10/23/2021

Pending

MFRMLS #A4515406

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Public Records for 4242 Carlton Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,160 ($513 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,463 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,463 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,237,214 SqFtStylePastureYear Built1997Year Renovated2012ZoningOURCountySARASOTAAPN0581-00-1020Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4242 Carlton Road

This home is within Sarasota.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Tatum Ridge Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Sarasota Middle School
Public6 to 8

Riverview High School
Public9 to 12

Sarasota Suncoast Academy
CharterK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 4242 Carlton Road, Sarasota, FL 34240
$1,150,000
3
1,865
658,627
$225,000
2
1,588
$535,000
3
4,260
$650,000
549,111
5,492
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Listing Courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SELECT, Katie Huss

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