Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Sarasota
Listing Price: $425,000
Description of Property
In Sarasota's desired Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores/Museum District, this unique home offers a tranquil retreat with a manicured, hidden garden entrance that welcomes you to an oasis just moments from the bay and a neighborhood beach known for stunning sunsets. Listed as a one-bedroom, one-bath residence, this home also features a spacious office and bonus room that can easily serve as a second bedroom. All-block construction, filled with charming, original touches like arched doorways and a built-in dresser, the home balances historic appeal with modern updates such as river rock granite countertops, travertine tile floors, and a Rinnai instant gas water heater. The well-designed kitchen provides ample counter space, a dishwasher and a warm ambiance from abundant natural light. Every window is fitted with elegant wooden blinds, creating a cohesive, inviting interior. Outdoor living is elevated with two screened-in porches, an open patio and lush landscaping featuring fruit trees and Florida-friendly tropical plants, providing beauty and privacy. Enjoy a morning coffee on the front screened-in porch or unwind in the garden with a glass of wine, surrounded by nature and occasional visits from neighborhood peacocks and their young. The backyard is fully fenced with a 6-foot wooden fence, including a 10-foot gate opening for easy boat or RV storage. With an Airbnb track record, this property has earned Super Host status, a Customer Favorite badge and an all five-star rating over nine successful years. Ideally close to Jungle Gardens, SRQ Airport, Ringling Museum, Asolo Repertory Theater, Van Wezel Performing Arts Center and Sarasota’s award-winning beaches, you’re also a short distance to Bay Haven School of Basics Plus, one of Sarasota’s top elementary schools. Thoughtfully maintained inside and out, this move-in-ready home offers the ideal blend of privacy, charm and convenience in an idyllic neighborhood full of old Florida charm.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Sarasota
County: Sarasota
Subdivision: Indian Beach Highlands
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 1,066
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 831
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $511
Year built: 1951
Annual Tax: $3,633
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Realtor for more details.
Interior Features:
- Open Floorplan
- Solid Surface Counters
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Stone Counters
Appliances:
- Dishwasher
- Electric Water Heater
- Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
Accessibility Features:
Window Features: Blinds
Additional Rooms:
Ceiling Type:
Flooring:
- Carpet
- Tile
- Travertine
- Hardwood
Schools
Middle/Junior High School: Booker Middle
High School: Booker High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Pool Features:
Spa Features:
Water Frontage: Bay/Harbor Front
Water Access: Yes
Water Access Type: Bay/Harbor
Water View:
Water Name: Sarasota Bay
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style:
- Bungalow
- Cottage
- Florida
- Ranch
Construction: Stucco
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle
- Garden
- Irrigation System
- Storage
Parking Features:
Floors Total: 1
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating & Fuel: Electric
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features:
- Covered
- Front Porch
- Porch
- Rear Porch
- Screened
Security Features:
Other Structures: Storage
View: Garden
Fencing: Fenced, Wood
Utilities:
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Public
- Sewer Connected
- Street Lights
- Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Community Features:
- Bay/Harbor Front
- Water Access
- Park
Association Amenities:
Lot Information
Lot Features:
- Landscaped
- Near Golf Course
- Near Marina
- Near Public Transit
Lot Size (acres): 0.16
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,037 square feet
Lot Dimensions: 62 x 115
Front Exposure: South
Adjoining Property:
Current Adjacent Use:
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash, Conventional
Parcel Number: 2004100069
Zoning: RSF4
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LOT 12 & E 10 FT OF LOT 10 BLK B INDIAN BEACH HIGHLANDS
Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure
Section: 12
Range: 17
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