5938 Murdock Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34231

Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Myers Realty
5938 Murdock Avenue,Sarasota, FL 34231
$297,700
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,381 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: michael ballantyne
Office: coldwell banker sarasota cent.
MLS#:A4697066
Source:MFRMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$297,700
  • Price per sq. ft.:$124.87

About this home

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...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1961
  • Listing ID #:A4697066
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:July 15, 2026 at 10:02 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Carpet, Tile
  • Dining Description:Eat In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Description:Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Eat-in Kitchen, Refrigerator
  • Living area:1,381 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Central
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Shingle
  • Year built:1961
  • Building area:1,381 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.42 Acres
  • Lot Features:Oversized, Paved
  • Construction Materials:Block
  • Exterior Features:Front Porch, Lighting, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Foundation Description:Slab
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:Riverview High
  • Middle school:Brookside Middle
  • Elementary school:Gulf Gate Elementary

Utilities

  • Water:Water Connected
  • Sewer:Public Sewer, Sewer Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$297,700
  • Price per sq. ft.:$124.87
  • Tax amount:$1,431 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Built-in Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, In Garage, Washer
  • Amenities:BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
  • Pool features:Public Pool

Parking

  • Parking description:Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:1
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