Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Sarasota
Listing Price: $675,000 (Mortgage Calculator →)
Description of Property
Price Improvement Alert – Seller is Ready to Go! As Seen on HGTV’s Zillow Gone Wild – August 1, 2025 The Boathouse & The Lighthouse | A Storybook Legacy in Downtown Sarasota The seller just made a bold move—$120,000 price improvement—and this iconic Sarasota compound is now move-in ready for its next lucky owner! Step into a piece of history and imagination with The Boathouse & The Lighthouse, two whimsical, historic residences nestled in walkable Gillespie Park. Originally crafted in 1933 by master boatbuilder Oliver Blackburn, this property is a tribute to Sarasota’s coastal charm and creative spirit. The Boathouse – 2BR/2BA with sunlit living spaces, a sleek kitchen, and a spiral staircase to a private owner’s suite. The Lighthouse – 1BR/1BA vertical retreat with a panoramic observation room perfect for a studio, office, or creative escape. Just 4.2 miles to Lido Beach, and minutes from downtown’s arts, dining, and waterfront scene—this is more than a home, it’s a lifestyle. Whether you're: An investor seeking high-performing short-term rentals A visionary looking for a live/work haven A history lover drawn to Sarasota’s storied past This property offers unmatched character, flexibility, and legacy. Live in one, rent the other, or reimagine both. Now priced to move—don’t miss your chance to own a Sarasota landmark.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Sarasota
County: Sarasota
Subdivision: Central Park Sub
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Sq. Ft. Gross: 2,242
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 1,949
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $346
Year built: 1935
Annual Tax: $4,949
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
Appliances: Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Schools
Elementary School: Alta Vista Elementary
Middle/Junior High School: Booker Middle
High School: Booker High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Exterior & Construction
Construction: Wood Siding
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Membrane
Exterior Features: French Doors
Floors Total: 3
Floors in Unit: Three Or More
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Electric
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Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Lot Information
Lot Size (acres): 0.15
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,565 square feet
Front Exposure: East
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash
Parcel Number: 2026100020
Zoning: DTN
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LOTS 9 & 10 LESS N 50 FT, BLK 3 CENTRAL PARK UNIT 1
Section: 19
Range: 18E
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