Classic ranch style 2 bedroom fixer-upper home on a CANAL-FRONT, OVERSIZED LOT in the Lake Ridge community. This home will be a great investment opportunity or can be refreshed into a lovely seasonal or primary residence. It is being sold "AS IS". The open living space consists of a living area, dining area and enclosed sunroom which offers UNIMPEDED CANAL VIEWS from the spacious master bedroom, the eat-in area of the kitchen as well as the sunroom. The roof was replaced in 2013. There is a large utility area for the washer and dryer - - - a space that has been used for a variety of things over the course of this home’s history. At some point, the one car garage was enclosed and a closet was added. The fenced yard, with gate access on both sides of the house, provides great outdoor space! There is room for a pool or boat/RV/trailer parking and there are no deed restrictions or HOA fees. With the recently approved addition of Auxiliary Dwelling Units (ADUs) by the City of Sarasota there may be room on this property for an AUXILIARY DWELLING. Please CHECK WITH THE CITY OF SARASOTA and Division 9 of the Zoning Code for verification and further details. Being within the city limits means this home is just 3 miles from the heart of downtown, just 1 mile from Ed Smith Stadium, 6 miles from Lido Beach, 6 miles from UTC mall and 5 miles from the Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport.