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$781,719
Est. refi paymentEst. refi $731/mo
3
bd
•
2 ba
•
2,600
sq ft

6979 Richardson Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240

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About this home

Fox Creek Acres - Updated three bedroom two bath pool home on 5 acres. Zoned for horses with two fenced pastures. Side entry garage with large screened lanai at front entryway. Oversized living room plus a family room with a gas fireplace and marble he arth. Kitchen has a large breakfast bar overlooking the pool and dining area. Crown molding throughout the main living areas. Updated master suite has hardwood floors, walk-in closet, dual sinks, Roman shower, plus a hydro massage tub. Attached to the master bath is a separate complete pool bath. Open pool deck also features a large brick outdoor fireplace/grill. Barn has three stalls, a work shop, plus a kitchenette and half bath. Elevated playhouse with electric, wrap-around porch, and built-in b unk beds. Separate outbuilding with six rooms, central AC and a half bath. Not a short sale. Bank foreclosure is complete. Offered as-is with right to inspect.

Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
5.01 acresLot Size
$301Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Source:Public Records

Redfin Estimate

$781,719
$462K since last sold$4,000 since September

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Market trends in 34240, FL

Sale history for 6979 Richardson Rd

Tax history for 6979 Richardson Rd

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Public record

Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.01 Acres
Year renovated
1984
Sq. Ft.
2,600
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sarasota County
APN
0212120002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.

Property details

Around this home

Schools

Tatum Ridge Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi

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Mcintosh Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi

5/10
Booker High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

10/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 109° expected this year, 27 days in 30 years

10/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 6.4 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price
$743,000 – $899,000

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