Excellent coveted West of Trail location in Sapphire Shores three houses to Sarasota Bay. With the value in the land, this property offers an amazing opportunity to build a custom home in a fabulous location amidst multi-million dollar residences. The existing 2-bedroom, 1-bath Spanish/Mediterranean house was once designed and built by a famous Sarasota architect but has seen its day and is SOLD AS-IS. Unfortunately it is now in need of major repair and is most likely uninhabitable. ENTRY INTO HOUSE IS PROHIBITED AND UNSAFE. NO INSPECTION OF STRUCTURE ALLOWED DUE TO MOLD AND STRUCTURAL DEFECTS. DO NOT ENTER FENCE TO PROPERTY AS OVERGROWN & UNSAFE. EXISTING & ONGOING CODE VIOLATIONS ON PROPERTY WHICH MUST BE ASSUMED, CORRECTED AND PAID OFF BY BUYER. LISTING AGENT HAS FURTHER INFORMATION. This is a great neighborhood for walking and bike riding with direct bay access to launch a kayak and a bench for enjoying the sunset at the end of the street. Walking distance to sought-after Bay Haven School, renowned Ringling School of Art & Design and close to famed Ringling Museum and New College. One minute to downtown Sarasota's cultural offerings, theaters & dining and 10 minutes to the white sands of Lido Beach & St. Armand's Circle.