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$297,700
New Listing

5938 MURDOCK AVENUE
SARASOTA, FL 34231

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
2
Beds
2
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
1
Partial Bath
1,381
SqFt
$216
/SqFt
1961
Built
Subdivision:
GOLDEN ACRES 1ST ADD
County:
Sarasota

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Opportunity knocks at 5938 Murdock Ave, a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering 1,381 square feet of potential in the heart of Gulf Gate Estates. Priced to invite your imagination, this residence is a rare canvas for buyers eager to build sweat equity in one of South Sarasota's most established and convenient neighborhoods. Set on one of the area's largest lots, the property enjoys a coveted position beside a tranquil pond — meaning no neighbors on one side and daily visits from Florida's wildlife. A screened front porch greets you, while a back screened lanai overlooks a sprawling backyard perfect for gardening, gathering, or simply unwinding. Inside, an eat-in kitchen flows into a comfortable living room and a flexible bonus room ready to adapt to your needs. The laundry room off the garage presents a smart opportunity to add a second full bathroom, boosting both function and value. A one-car extended garage and separate storage shed round out the practical features, and recent upgrades — including a new roof/2024 and new water heater — give you a solid foundation to renovate with confidence. The location is unbeatable. You're moments from Gulf Gate Elementary, Riverview High School, Publix at Sarasota Pavilion, and easy I-75 access. The world-famous white sands of Siesta Key sit just minutes away, adding genuine VRBO income appeal. Ready for a new generation to make it shine, this is your chance to transform potential into a personalized Sarasota retreat.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$297,700
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
2
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,381 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.42 Acres
Year Built 
1961
MLS® Number 
A4697066
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$1,430.59
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
an hour agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
7 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.42
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
East
Foundation 
Slab
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
DrivewayGarage Door OpenerOff StreetAttached
Pets 
Yes
Property Condition 
Fixer
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
2384
Utilities 
Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Private
Zoning 
RSF3
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Cooling 
Central Air
Flooring 
CarpetTile
Furnished 
Unfurnished
Heating 
Central
Interior 
Eat-in Kitchen
Laundry Features 
In Garage
Balcony/Porch/Lanai 
Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
Bathroom 1 
Level - First
Bathroom 2 
Level - First
Bedroom 2 
Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
Bonus Room 
Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
Dinette 
Level - First
Kitchen 
Level - FirstFeatures - Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
Laundry 
Level - First
Living Room 
Level - First
Master Bedroom 
Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Block
Exterior 
Lighting
Lot Features 
PavedWaterfront
Other Structures 
Shed(s)
Patio And Porch 
Front PorchRear PorchScreened
Roof 
Shingle
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
Pond
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
MLS Area 
34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
Roads 
Paved
Township 
37S
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Gulf Gate Elementary
Middle School
Brookside Middle
High School
Riverview High
Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER SARASOTA CENT. (941) 404-7374



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Last checked: 2026-07-15 05:49 PM EDT

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