Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Englewood
Listing Price: $369,900
Description of Property
2.5 Acres of Opportunity Just Minutes from Englewood Beach! This is the perfect time to make this charming two bedroom, one bathroom Englewood Gardens home your own. The property offers the option to purchase a membership to the Englewood Gardens Beach Club, providing access to Englewood Beach along with a bayfront boardwalk and dock, bayside kayak storage and launch, a clubhouse, picnic tables, patio and gazebo with gas grills, Wi-Fi access, special events, and the ability to reserve the clubhouse for private gatherings. Exceptional privacy and room to grow create an ideal setting to expand this property into a future compound. A long driveway welcomes you in, allowing the home to sit comfortably set back from the road and surrounded by mature trees for a peaceful, secluded feel. Inside, the bright and open great room features laminate wood flooring and newer carpet, offering a comfortable space for everyday living. The well designed kitchen includes granite countertops, a center island, white cabinetry with soft close hinges, and stainless steel appliances, making it both functional and inviting. Both bedrooms are nicely sized, while the bathroom is thoughtfully finished with dual granite topped sinks and a large step-in fully tiled shower with glass doors and a built-in niche. Sliding doors from the kitchen open to the screened lanai, extending your living space outdoors and providing the perfect spot to unwind with morning coffee or an evening cocktail while enjoying the natural sounds of the wooded surroundings. Additional highlights include a storage shed with a newer roof, a 2020 roof, and a 2020 HVAC system. Conveniently located near Historic Dearborn Street, you’ll enjoy easy access to local boutiques, waterfront dining, tiki bars, and live music that give Englewood its laid back coastal charm. Englewood Beach is only about three miles away, making spontaneous beach days, sunset walks, and Gulf breezes part of everyday life. The area also offers abundant recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking nearby nature trails, and exploring the surrounding waterways. With shopping, dining, and medical services all close at hand, this home at 285 S. Oxford Drive delivers a relaxed coastal lifestyle that blends convenience, outdoor adventure, and peaceful privacy.
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 1,180
Garage: No
Carport: No
Parking Features: RV Parking
Spa Features:
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Water Access:
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Englewood
County: Sarasota
Subdivision: Englewood Gardens
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 1,180
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 1,020
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $363
Year built: 1950
Annual Tax: $3,073
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
Appliances: Refrigerator
Window Features: Window Treatments
Additional Rooms: Great Room
Flooring: Tile
Schools
Elementary School: Englewood Elementary
Middle/Junior High School: L.A. Ainger Middle
High School: Lemon Bay High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Exterior & Construction
Construction: Wood Frame
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Storage
Parking Features: RV Parking
Floors Total: 1
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Electric
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features: Screened
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Shed(s)
View: Trees/Woods
Fencing:
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Lot Information
Lot Features: Oversized Lot
Lot Size (acres): 2.53
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 110,000 square feet
Lot Dimensions: 200 x 550
Road Frontage: Street Paved
Front Exposure: West
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: VA Loan
Parcel Number: 0853090008
Zoning: RE2
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LOT 613 ENGLEWOOD GARDENS UNIT 2
Section: 31
Range: 20E
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