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$1,899,500 Reduced -$100,000
1516 Fox Creek Drive
Sarasota, FL 34240
  • 6Beds
  • 6.00Total Baths
  • 5 Full, 1 HalfBaths
  • 4,277SqFt
  • 1973Year Built
  • 5.20Acres
  • MLS# A4683593
  • Residential
  • SingleFamilyResidence
  • Active

  • Approx Time on Market2 months, 23 days
  • Area34240 - Sarasota
  • CountySarasota
  • Subdivision Fox Creek Acres

Overview

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. 3 HOMES for the Price of One! MULTI-HOUSING/INCOME PRODUCING OPPORTUNITY Two separate 3BR/2BA Homes + an additional 2BR/2BA Apartment. Each of the homes enjoys its own private entrance, separate driveway and its own garage, allowing households to live side by side while maintaining independence. And that's not all....the Workshop features a Full Bath and Laundry Room. In addition, there is another Barn which could accommodate 4+ Cars. This is truly a Quintessential Multi-Generational Compound on five-plus acres in Sarasota county, located adjacent to Waterside at Lakewood Ranch! Whether accommodating extended family, long-term guests or providing a private residence for caregivers, the thoughtful layout offers exceptional versatility. At the heart of the property, a beautiful pool and expansive screened lanai create an inviting backdrop for a Florida indoor/outdoor lifestyle. This outdoor retreat is positioned so both residences could enjoy easy access, making it a natural gathering place for family and guests alike. A dedicated pool bath adds convenience for swimmers and guests, keeping the indoor living areas pristine while enhancing seamless flow between indoor comfort and outdoor enjoyment. Expanding the living possibilities, perhaps you might want to consider using part or all of this property as Airbnb. The second-level apartment offers privacy with a light and airy vibe featuring an open plan and full kitchen. The unique adjoining sunroom spanning the length of the unit would be ideal for a yoga studio, game room or added entertainment space. Unlock the potential of this versatile apartment as a guest retreat, income-producing rental, inspiring studio or private office suite. This five-plus acre homesite with NO HOA, NO CDD's, and NO DEED RESTRICTIONS gives you the freedom to tailor the property to your personality. The large detached pole barn adds tremendous utility, providing ample space for farm animals, boats, RVs, equipment, hobbies or workshop use, ideal for those who need room to store, build or play. Buy with confidence knowing this home has a whole house generator, updated plumbing with no cast iron or copper piping. The cast iron sewer pipes have been replaced with PVC and the copper potable water pipes have been replaced with CPVC. The 4Point Inspection and Wind Mit has been completed. Homeowner's Insurance only $6700 per year! Experience the balance of peaceful country living with an unbeatable location. Within minutes of restaurants, boutiques, farmers markets, parks, and year-round events at the vibrant waterfront district at Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch and only a short drive to the stunning beaches and renowned dining and cultural attractions of dynamic Sarasota. The home is positioned in one of the areas most dynamic growth corridors, just minutes to the newest Lakewood Ranch developments along Fruitville Rd corridor ~ where premier shopping, exceptional dining and modern conveniences continue to flourish! Whether you envision a private family compound, a multi-generational retreat, an income-producing opportunity or a flexible live-work estate, this remarkable property offers the rare combination of space, freedom and location. Schedule your private showing today and experience the endless possibilities for yourself. Welcome home to 1516 Fox Creek Drive! Tour it, Love it, Own it Today!



Agriculture / Farm

Horse Amenities:  HorsesAllowed

Association Fees / Info

Community Features:  GolfCartsOk

Pets Allowed:  Yes

Bathroom Info

Total Baths:  6.00

Fullbaths:  5

Building Info

Window Features:  Blinds, WindowTreatments

Roof:  Shingle

Building Area Source:  PublicRecords

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Style:  Florida

Pool Features:  Gunite, InGround, PoolSweep, ScreenEnclosure, SolarHeat

Patio:  RearPorch, Covered, Enclosed, Screened

Pool Private:  Yes

Exterior Features:  FrenchPatioDoors, PrivateEntrance, RvHookup, Storage

Fees / Restrictions

Financial

Original Price:  $1,999,500

Fencing:  Fenced, Wood

Garage / Parking

Open Parking:  Yes

Parking Features:  BathInGarage, CircularDriveway, Driveway, Garage, GolfCartGarage, GarageDoorOpener, Guest, Open, ParkingPad, RvAccessParking, GarageFacesSide, WorkshopInGarage

Attached Garage:  Yes

Garage:  Yes

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Fireplace Desc:  FamilyRoom, WoodBurning

Fireplace:  Yes

Floors:  CeramicTile, Laminate, Tile

Levels:  One

Laundry Features:  ElectricDryerHookup

Interior Features:  CeilingFans, EatInKitchen, MainLevelPrimary, OpenFloorplan, StoneCounters, WalkInClosets, WindowTreatments

Appliances:  BuiltInOven, Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricWaterHeater, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Lot Info

Direction Remarks:  Take I-75 to Fruitville Rd Exit 210. Head East and take a Left at the 1st light onto Lakewood Ranch Blvd. Once you enter the 2nd traffic circle take a Right and head East onto Richardson Rd. Enter onto Fox Creek Rd on the Left. 1516 Fox Creek Dr is approx 1/2 mile down on the Right.

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Lot Size Acres:  5.2

Lot Sqft:  226,512

Vegetation:  Oak, PartiallyWooded

Lot Desc:  Cleared, Flat, Farm, Level, OutsideCityLimits, Landscaped

Misc

Other

Other Structures:  Barns, GuestHouse, SecondResidence, RvBoatStorage, Workshop, GarageApartment

Special Conditions:  None

Other Rooms Info

Property Info

Section:  18

Class Type:  SingleFamilyResidence

Property Sub Type:  SingleFamilyResidence

Property Condition:  NewConstruction

Construction Materials:  Block, Stucco

Stories:  1

Total Stories:  1

Foundation:  Slab

Human Modified:  Yes

Room Info

Total Rooms:  5

Sqft Info

Sqft:  4,277

Bulding Area Sqft:  5,571

Living Area Units:  SquareFeet

Living Area Source:  PublicRecords

Tax Info

Tax Year:  2,025

Tax Lot:  15

Tax Legal Description:  LOT 15 FOX CREEK ACRES

Tax Annual Amount:  14746.37

Tax Book Number:  21-22

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Heating:  Central

Water Source:  Public

Sewer:  SepticTank

Cool System:  CentralAir, CeilingFans

Cooling:  Yes

Heating:  Yes

Utilities:  CableAvailable, ElectricityAvailable, ElectricityConnected, Propane, MunicipalUtilities, WaterConnected

Waterfront / Water

View:  Yes

View:  TreesWoods

Schools

Elem:  Southside Elementary

Middle:  Brookside Middle

High:  Sarasota High

Directions

Take I-75 to Fruitville Rd Exit 210. Head East and take a Left at the 1st light onto Lakewood Ranch Blvd. Once you enter the 2nd traffic circle take a Right and head East onto Richardson Rd. Enter onto Fox Creek Rd on the Left. 1516 Fox Creek Dr is approx 1/2 mile down on the Right.

This listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby's International Realty 

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Price & Status History (on davidshippey.com since Wed, Mar 11th 2026)
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  • Current Price: $1,899,500
  • Price Reduced: $100,000
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MLS# A4683593 located at 1516 Fox Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida is brought to you by David Shippey REALTOR®

1516 Fox Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida has 6 Beds, 5 Full Bath, and 1 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 1516 Fox Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida is A4683593.
The price for 1516 Fox Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida is $1,899,500.
The status of 1516 Fox Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 1516 Fox Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida is Fox Creek Acres.
The home located at 1516 Fox Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida was built in 2026.