




7565 CASTLE DRIVE, Sarasota, FL, 34240
About This Home
A truly rare opportunity in Sarasota! Nestled on 2 private acres in Racimo Ranches, this unique property features TWO separate single-family homes, offering endless possibilities for multigenerational living, guest accommodations, or rental income. The main residence offers 3,179 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a 2-car garage. Inside, you'll find luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, crown molding, and a living room anchored by a cozy fireplace with custom built-in shelving. The spacious family room offers exceptional flexibility, making it ideal for a media room or multipurpose living space, complete with a built-in desk area and cabinetry. The kitchen features Corian countertops, bar seating, and easy access to the separate dining room, making entertaining a breeze. The split-bedroom floor plan offers privacy, with the primary suite tucked away on one side of the home, while the opposite wing features a guest bedroom with its own en-suite bath and an additional bedroom conveniently located near a full hall bathroom. Improvements include a metal roof (2021) and HVAC (2022). The second residence offers 1,473 square feet of comfortable living space with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a 1-car garage with laundry room, and its own private concrete driveway, adding convenience and independence. The living area features luxury vinyl flooring throughout, built-in shelving in the spacious family room, granite countertops in the kitchen, and a relaxing sunroom (20’x23’) overlooking the beautiful grounds. Improvements include a metal roof (2021) and HVAC (2024). Step outside and experience your own tropical retreat. Lush landscaping, mature plantings, flowering garden beds (5 rows of raised beds-4’x70’), lawn and garden bed irrigation, a deck with sandbox, and peaceful outdoor spaces create an inviting backyard oasis perfect for relaxing, gardening, or gathering with family and friends. Additional improvements include a new well installed in 2023 and fully paid-off solar panels installed in 2022, helping keep electric costs low while improving efficiency for both homes. Properties offering two homes on acreage in Sarasota with this much space, flexibility, and privacy are hard to find. Enjoy country-style living with room to spread out while remaining conveniently close to everything Sarasota has to offer.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1977
Materials
- Foundation: Block,Slab
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Block,Brick,Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Florida,Ranch,Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Solar Hot Water,Washer
- Laundry features: Inside,Laundry Room
Balcony Porch Lanai
- Level: First
- Area: 480
- Dimensions: 24x20
Bedroom2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),En Suite Bathroom,Single Vanity,Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11x12
Bedroom3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11x12
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 276
- Dimensions: 23x12
Family Room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: First
- Area: 460
- Dimensions: 23x20
Features
- Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Molding,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Open Floorplan,Primary Bedroom Main Floor,Split Bedroom,Thermostat,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Door features: French Doors
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric,Solar
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,713
- Total interior livable area: 4,652 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22x12
Living Room
- Features: Built-In Shelving,Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 20x18
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Dual Sinks,Water Closet/Priv Toilet,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20x13
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0212010009
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: OUE2
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Front Porch,Porch,Rear Porch,Screened
- Exterior features: Garden,Irrigation System,Rain Gutters
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping,Oak Trees,Trees/Landscaped
Lot
- Lot size: 2.02 Acres
- Features: Landscaped,Oversized Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Ground Level,Guest
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Wildfire
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Sarasota County and Florida
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $7,584 | $91,008 |
| Home Insurance * | $596 | $7,152 |
| Property Taxes | $1,631 | $19,572 |
| Electricity | $468 | $5,617 |
| Total | $10,279 | $123,348 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Florida FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-09 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000 |
| 2026-07-06 | Pending sale | $1,500,000 |
| 2026-06-30 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000 |
| 1994-10-24 | Sold | $146,500 |
