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Listing Details for MLS #A4681698 - 3171 Dick Wilson Drive, Sarasota, Fl 34240

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Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Sarasota

Listing Price: $2,950,000Days on Market: 122

Description of Property

Welcome to one of the crown jewels of Laurel Oak Country Club, a stunningly renovated estate situated on an exceptionally private homesite personally selected by the community's original developer as his family residence. Golf membership is optional, but ownership of this extraordinary home places you at the front of the membership waiting list. Nestled on nearly one acre overlooking the Jones Course, this remarkable 5-bedroom residence offers breathtaking views of the golf course, formal English gardens, and a custom creek with waterfalls and pond. Thoughtfully updated with uncompromising attention to detail, the home seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern luxury. Inside, you'll find real hickory wood flooring, two spacious primary suites, and a beautifully renovated chef's kitchen featuring Sub-Zero, Miele, BlueStar, and Thermador appliances, complemented by marble countertops and a large center island. The luxurious primary bath has been completely remodeled with dual vanities, dual water closets, and an oversized walk-in shower. The grounds are truly spectacular. A formal English garden showcases antique brick pathways, green walls, custom arbors, a fountain, and mature fruit trees including lemon, fig, and plum. Sellers further enhanced the property with a picturesque creek, three waterfalls, and a tranquil pond, all best enjoyed from the authentic clay paver patio. Additional fruit trees include lychee, grapefruit, navel orange, banana, and mango. This grand residence is loaded with upgrades and thoughtful features, including: • New main A/C (2025) plus additional systems replaced in 2022 and 2023 • Roof replaced in 2019 • Impact-rated doors, windows, and sliders throughout most of the home • Whole-house generator with 1,000-gallon underground fuel tank for hurricane preparedness • Whole-house water filtration system with UV sanitizer • UV Halo Ozonator integrated into the pool equipment • New attic insulation • New gutters, including custom copper gutters across the front elevation • New epoxy garage flooring • Heated and cooled craft/storage room in the garage • Renovated Butler's Pantry • Laundry room with pet shower and new plank flooring • Outdoor kitchen with newer grill, sink, and granite countertops • Brick flooring in the sunroom • Fireplace rebuilt with Taj Mahal marble surround and custom paneled feature wall • New designer chandeliers in the foyer and primary bath • Upgraded fixtures, fans, and lighting throughout, including Perrin & Rowe and Restoration Hardware selections • Pool safety fence • Extensive landscape lighting creating a magical nighttime setting • Private second-floor balcony with custom sunshade The home's unique positioning provides unmatched privacy, while winding walkways invite you to explore this lush, park-like paradise. This is more than a home—it's a private retreat, thoughtfully curated and meticulously maintained, where no expense was spared. Experience the perfect combination of luxury, comfort, beauty, and peace of mind in one of Laurel Oak's most exceptional properties. King bed in primary suite does not convey.The average asking price for a 5 bedroom/3 bath single family residence in this Zip code is $1,454,380. This single family residence is listed at about 203% of the average asking price. This is the only 5 bedroom/3 bath single family residence between $2,600,000 and $3,400,000 currently listed for sale in this Zip code.

MLS #A4681698 - SARASOTA
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Property Details At A Glance

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Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Sarasota
County: Sarasota
Subdivision: Laurel Oak Estates Sec 02
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Half Baths: 2
Sq. Ft. Gross: 6,224
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 4,382
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $673
Year built: 1995
Annual Tax: $9,199

HOA Fee: $1,060 Quarterly
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Realtor for more details.

Interior Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Wine Refrigerator

Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Stone
Window Features: Blinds

Additional Rooms: Formal Dining Room Separate

Flooring: Hardwood

Laundry Features: Inside

Pool & Waterfront Info

Private Pool: Yes
Pool Features: Lighting

Exterior & Construction

Architectural Style: Colonial
Construction: Block
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Tile
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Floors Total: 2
Floors in Unit: Two
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Central
Patio & Porch Features: Patio
Security Features: Gated Community
Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen
View: Golf Course

Utilities: Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Lot Information

Lot Features: Oversized Lot
Lot Size (acres): 0.83
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 36,306 square feet
Front Exposure: West

Legal Description & Other Information

Financing Available: Conventional
Parcel Number: 0242070006
Zoning: RE2
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LOT 108 & NWLY 20 FT OF LOT 109 LAUREL OAK ESTATES SEC 2
Section: 32
Range: 19

 

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Listing courtesy of ESLINGER REALTY INC. The information relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS. This information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. It may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.

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