4888 Old Ranch Road

Sold 9/12/25

Sold

Last Sold Price

$750,000

3 beds3 baths1,967 sqft

4888 Old Ranch Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241

Single FamilyProperty Type

5.59 acresLot Size

1988Year Built

$381/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Shangri-La or Southwest Florida?? This spectacular Mennonite built custom home whispers the joys and beauties of both from the moment of entering the gracious, winding drive surrounded by native trees , meandering trails and pond to the enchanting flower gardens. An impressive and charming Cape Cod style home overlooks a shimmering pond with a fountain feature . Boasting a NEWER ROOF (2023) and solar panels, updated kitchen, a sweeping grand screened veranda wraps three sides of the home offering...Shangri-La or Southwest Florida?? This spectacular Mennonite built custom home whispers the joys and beauties of both from the moment of entering the gracious, winding drive surrounded by native trees , meandering trails and pond to the enchanting flower gardens. An impressive and charming Cape Cod style home overlooks a shimmering pond with a fountain feature . Boasting a NEWER ROOF (2023) and solar panels, updated kitchen, a sweeping grand screened veranda wraps three sides of the home offering spectacular views. This home sparkles and shines with the loving care and attention of its current owners. Entering, vaulted ceilings and a wood burning fireplace welcome you to the living/dining area while French Doors beckon one to find the veranda . The expansive kitchen has beautiful wood floors and a massive bay window with water and garden views. The first floor also hosts the master bedroom and bath and French doors , again that lead to the screened in veranda. Water and garden views will give hours of enjoyment. Upstairs are two identical high ceiling bedrooms with dormer windows overlooking the pond and flower gardens. The bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom. A winding creek borders 800 feet of the property with majestic live oaks and Florida native flora and fauna offering beauty and shade. The two car garage has within a storage area that is conveniently air -conditioned . It is worthy to note that there was no water intrusion nor structural damage during last year's storms. The home sits on a gentle elevated slope and has an elevation certificate. Come find your peace and tranquility in this nearly magical oasis. Myakka Valley Ranches is home to Sarasota's largest equestrian community with 35 miles of horse trails. Next door is Florida's largest state park with 37,000 acres of scenic vistas, bird walks, nature trails, camping and weekend open air concerts and events. The development in the opposite direction is a mere 12 miles from the South Bridge offering entrance to the world famous quartz sand beaches of Siesta Key. This lovely home is an awaiting haven with no red tides and no coastal flooding to be of concern. Brimming with a myriad of wildlife and nature, come discover your new Florida dream with a taste of Shangri-La!

Listed by: Ronald Flowers 941.400.2683 rjflowers1212@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #0514411 • SUNSET REALTY

Listing closed: 09/12/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: A4656491

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Property Information for 4888 Old Ranch Road

Property Details

Taxes: $3,852 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Sarasota County
Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Subdivision Name: MYAKKA VALLEY RANCHES
Township: 37
Garage Spaces: 2
Waterfront: No
Water View: Creek, Pond
Furnished: Unfurnished

Building Information

Year Built: 1988
Lot Size: 5.59 AC / 243,704 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Building Area Source: Public Records
Building Area Total: 3341.0

Building Area Units: Square Feet
Direction Faces: West
Directions: From Clark Rd/1-75 go East for 7 miles (Clark becomes SR 72) North (left) on Myakka Valley Trail for 2 miles. Turn left on Howards Creek for 0.8 miles. Take the bend in the road to the right and then take the second long driveway to your left.
Elementary School: Lakeview Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Sarasota Middle
High School: Riverview High
Mls Major Change Type: Sold
Major Change Type: Closed
Listing Service: Full Service
Senior Community: No
SW Subdiv Community Name: Myakka Valley Ranches
Unit Number: No
Street Number: 4888
Street Name: OLD RANCH
Street Suffix: ROAD
State: FL
City: SARASOTA

Parking

Attached Garage: Yes
Carport: No

Garage Dimensions: 22x22
Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Boat, Garage Door Opener, Guest, RV Parking

Taxes and HOA Information

Association: No
CDD: No

Tax Book Number: 22-12
Tax Legal Description: PARCEL 146 MYAKKA VALLEY RANCHES UNIT 3
Tax Lot: 146
Tax Year: 2024

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Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/A4656491

Property

Lot Information

Additional Parcels: No
Parcel Number: 0591021460

Total Acreage: 5 to less than 10
Water Access: No
Water Extras: No
Zoning: OUE
Living Area: 1967

Property and Assessments

Year Built Numeric: 1988
Flood Zone Code: A

Flood Zone Date: 11-04-2016
Flood Zone Panel: 12115C0190F
Homestead: Yes
New Construction: No
Public Survey Range: 20
Public Survey Section: 08

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Solar, Underground Utilities, Water Available

Water Source: Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Block, Cement Siding, HardiPlank Type
Exterior Features: Balcony, Courtyard, French Doors, Garden, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Storage

Fencing: Fenced
Foundation Details: Block, Crawlspace
Levels: Two
Pool Private: No
Pool: None
Pool Private: No
Roof: Shingle
Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Interior Features

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2

Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplace Features: Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Laminate, Travertine, Hardwood
Heating: Central
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Room Count: 8.0
Water View: Yes
Bathrooms Half: 1

Property History for 4888 Old Ranch Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 12, 2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1912239602	$750,000	+7.3% / yr
Sep 12, 2025	Sold MFRMLS #A4656491	$750,000	—
Aug 12, 2025	Pending MFRMLS #A4656491		—
Aug 4, 2025	Price Change MFRMLS #A4656491	$799,000	—
Jun 30, 2025	Listed (Active) MFRMLS #A4656491	$859,000	—
Jun 20, 2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #418920516	$339,000	—
Jun 20, 2014	Sold MFRMLS #A3993924	$339,000	—
May 7, 2014	Pending MFRMLS #A3993924		—
Mar 4, 2014	Listed (Active) MFRMLS #A3993924	$318,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/12/2025	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1912239602	$750,000 +7.3% / yr
09/12/2025	Sold MFRMLS #A4656491	$750,000
08/12/2025	Pending MFRMLS #A4656491	—
08/04/2025	Price Change MFRMLS #A4656491	$799,000
06/30/2025	Listed (Active) MFRMLS #A4656491	$859,000
06/20/2014	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #418920516	$339,000
06/20/2014	Sold MFRMLS #A3993924	$339,000
05/07/2014	Pending MFRMLS #A3993924	—
03/04/2014	Listed (Active) MFRMLS #A3993924	$318,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

4888 Old Ranch Road

Beds

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,239 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,239 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

243,704 SqFt

Schools near 4888 Old Ranch Road

This home is within Sarasota County Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
10/10	Lakeview Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	6.3 mi
9/10	Sarasota Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	9.0 mi
7/10	Riverview High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	12.0 mi
9/10	Sarasota Suncoast Academy	Charter - Choice school	K to 8	5.4 mi
NR	Skye Ranch School	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	5.5 mi
NR	Oak Park School	Public - Nearby school	K to 12	6.2 mi


Rating	School	Distance
10/10	Lakeview Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	6.3 mi
9/10	Sarasota Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	9.0 mi
7/10	Riverview High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	12.0 mi
9/10	Sarasota Suncoast Academy CharterK to 8 Choice school	5.4 mi
NR	Skye Ranch School PublicK to 8 Nearby school	5.5 mi
NR	Oak Park School PublicK to 12 Nearby school	6.2 mi

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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4888 Old Ranch Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241

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