Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Sarasota
Listing Price: $689,000 (Mortgage Calculator →)
Description of Property
Cash Price is firm. Unique opportunity to own a piece of Sarasota circus history. This 'jewel-box' cottage was constructed in 1941 (when Sarasota had 29K residents) of Pecky-Cypress, Cedar and old-growth Southern Pine. Oversized lot (1. 5 lots) w/privacy fencing. Several adjacent homes on this block built by same architect. Located in the Historic Sapphire Shores/Indian Beach Neighborhood. West of Trail, one block to bay front park (for sunset celebrations/kayak launch), and a stone's throw to Ringling College of Art and Design. Private backyard oasis with lush tropical landscaping creates a botanical garden atmosphere. Walk 100 ft. or less to microbrewery, vegetarian restaurant, coffee-shop/book-store/cafe, hair salon, gym or Peruvian restaurant! Pecky Cypress is beautiful to look at, extremely durable, and resistant to both rot and insects like termites, roaches, etc. Smells like an old library. No drywall in home. Garage would make a great In-Law apt, efficiency apt or space for visitors. Circus performers in 1940-50s set up trapeze in back yard (old concrete caissons still visible). The famous circus gorilla M’Toto, (whose full name was Mademoiselle Toto, she was married to Gargantua) lived on this street. Imagine having a world-famous gorilla for a neighbor. If buying to develop oversized lot, Buyer must allow Seller to move home from this parcel. Have seen too much Sarasota history razed.









Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Sarasota
County: Sarasota
Subdivision: Bay Haven
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 1,041
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 720
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $957
Year built: 1941
Annual Tax: $3,249
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
Interior Features:
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- High Ceiling(s)
- Open Floorplan
- Thermostat
- Window Treatments
Appliances:
- Dryer
- Electric Water Heater
- Range
- Refrigerator
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Window Features: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Water Access: Not specified
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Florida, Other
Construction: Wood Frame
Foundation: Crawlspace
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features: Fenced, Outdoor Shower
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Electric
Patio & Porch Features: Front Porch
View: Garden
Utilities:
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Phone Available
- Sewer Connected
- Underground Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Lot Information
Lot Features:
- Historic District
- City Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Level
- Near Public Transit
- Oversized Lot
- Sidewalk
Lot Size (acres): 0.21
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 9,292 square feet
Front Exposure: North
Legal Description & Other Information
Parcel Number: 2005160011
Zoning: RSF3
Tax Legal Desc.: LOTS 220 & 221, BAY HAVEN
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