941 Virginia Drive, Sarasota, FL 34234
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 SUNBELT REALTY
Listed by: angela adams
Office: michael saunders & company
MLS#:A4684540
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$406.83
About this home
A Rare Piece of Sarasota History. Four turn-key furnished residences. Three City Lots. One Extraordinary Piece of Sarasota History. Welcome to 941 Virginia Drive, a truly unique historic property originally built by John Ringling Jr., offering vintage Sarasota charm paired with modern flexibility and lucrative income. Set on three city lots, this 125-foot-long masonry residence creates an extraordinary private compound with four distinct living spaces. The main residence features two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and an office or den, highlighted by timeless architectural details including stone porches, arched doorways, pecky cypress paneling, tall vaulted beamed ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. Modern updates complement the historic character with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and updated fixtures. The property is designed for lifestyle, opportunity and flexibility for extended family, guests or continued successful short-term rental business. In addition to the main home, the estate includes three separate guest residences providing privacy and versatility. There are two in-law suites that feature full kitchens, a private pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, patio access and a private bathroom; one offers one bedroom and the other two bedrooms. There is an additional one-bedroom dwelling with a convenient kitchenette, private bathroom and laundry. Located just two miles north of downtown Sarasota, the property offers easy access to Lido Key, Longboat Key, St. Armands Circle, and the vibrant dining, arts, and cultural scene of downtown Sarasota. Whether you envision a private historic estate, a multi-generational compound or a unique established vacation rental business, this rare property offers exceptional character, privacy and opportunity in one of Sarasota’s most desirable locations. Don’t miss this opportunity to Own a Piece of Ringling History — A Private Sarasota Compound with Vintage Charm and Resort-Style Living....
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Home facts
- Year built:1945
- Listing ID #:A4684540
- Added:199 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 14, 2026 at 01:53 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:6
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:4
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Dining Description:Breakfast Room, Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Kitchen Description:Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets
- Bedroom Description:Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Living area:3,492 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
- Heating:Central, Electric
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1945
- Building area:3,492 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.37 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot, Landscaped, Paved, Sidewalk
- Architectural Style:Florida, Mid-Century Modern
- Construction Materials:Block
- Exterior Features:Enclosed, Front Porch, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Rain Gutters, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch, Sidewalk
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Booker High
- Middle school:Booker Middle
- Elementary school:Emma E. Booker Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public, Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$406.83
- Tax amount:$9,217 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Irrigation Equipment, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Inside, Laundry Closet, Laundry Room, Washer
- Amenities:BB/HS Internet Available, Built-In Features, Cable Connected, Ceiling Fans(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Irrigation Equipment, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Natural Gas Connected, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
- Pool features:Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private Pool, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
Parking
- Parking description:Driveway
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