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Sarasota,FL 34234
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 831 sqft
Price per Sqft $511
Subdivision Indian Beach Highlands
MLS Listing ID A4618873
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Year Built 1951
Annual Tax Amount $3,633
Lot Size 6,969 Sqft
Property Description
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.
Location
State FL
County Sarasota
Community Indian Beach Highlands
Zoning RSF4
Interior
Heating Electric
Cooling Central Air,Wall/Window Unit(s)
Flooring Carpet,Tile,Travertine,Wood
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Garden,Irrigation System,Storage
Fence Fenced,Wood
Community Features Park
Utilities Available Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Public,Sewer Connected,Street Lights,Water Connected
Water Access Yes
View Garden
Roof Type Shingle
Building
Lot Description Landscaped,Near Golf Course,Near Marina,Near Public Transit
Story 1
Foundation Slab
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Stucco
New Construction false
Schools
Middle Schools Booker Middle
High Schools Booker High
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition None