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$649,000

708 42nd Street

Sarasota, FL 34234

Listing updated: June 19, 2026 at 3:09 PM ET

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Stellar MLSListing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty · Helen Magill · MLS #A4688859 · Active · 941-366-8070
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,210
Sq Ft
0.28
Acres
1936
Built
$536/sqft360° tour
Duplex

Property type

1936

Year built

12,387 sqft

Lot size

$536

Price / sq ft

No HOA

HOA dues

73

Days on market

1

Garage space

X

Flood zone

About this home

Come see this charming and peaceful Old Florida gem with detached cottage ideally situated in the desirable Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores neighborhood located west of the trail. Here is a rare opportunity to own two meticulously maintained homes within the city limits in Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores, a community rich with art, culture, and history. This property has been a high-yielding asset for the seller. The seller gets a high volume of applicants, and it has required minimal effort to lease. Picture tree-lined streets, character-filled homes, and being just moments from the shimmering Sarasota Bay. You are in for a treat as you enter the main home through a central air-conditioned enclosed front porch into a home with all of its original, timeless character including glass doorknobs, lovely baseboards and trim, vintage light fixtures, painted heart of pine floors, and functional double-hung windows. This original 1930s home (732 sf) features two bedrooms (freestanding wardrobes), one bath, and a spacious combination dining/living area. An additional wonderful highlight is the central air conditioned detached guest cottage (478 sf) with kitchen, living area, one bathroom and bedroom alcove along with a screened porch and patio, and attached one-car garage. This cottage is ideal for multi-generational living or Airbnb or full-time lease opportunities. All furnishings and fixtures convey: the front unit is partially furnished; the back unit is turn-key furnished. The property includes a very nice new 12x16 Tuff Shed ideal for an artist’s studio, workshop, or just additional storage. Set on a lush 12,000+ square foot lot, the property is spacious with plenty of room for parking, entertainment and other possibilities. You are sure to enjoy the established vegetable and flower gardens. Adding to the charm, you may catch sight of the neighborhood's colorful wild peacocks who love to display their feathers. Excellent location just minutes from the Ringling Museum, SRQ Airport, and downtown Sarasota as well as close proximity to Lido Key Beach, St. Armands Circle, and Siesta Key. Two high-end homes are currently under construction on the block. This sweet property is waiting to fit your needs whether as live-in residences, a rental investment, multi-generational living, or any combination thereof. This peaceful neighborhood in "Turks Cap" (sometimes referred to as the Museum District) has a rural feel with narrow, tree-lined streets and roaming peacocks. This is a no through street with no traffic. If you want quiet and relaxed, you have found the neighborhood.

Local Insight

At $536/sqft for a 1936 duplex in Indian Beach, you're getting solid value compared to newer construction in Sarasota, but the real question is condition—older duplexes here often need foundation work or roof replacement, which can quickly eat into that apparent savings. The X flood zone is a genuine plus for financing and insurance costs, and no HOA means lower monthly obligations, but with only 1,210 sqft across two units, your rental income per unit will be modest if that's your play. The 360° tour is helpful, but given the age and dual-unit complexity, get a thorough structural inspection before committing—foundation issues or deferred maintenance on a duplex can become expensive fast.

AI-generated insight based on listing data and neighborhood context. Verify independently.

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$3,282
Property taxes$458
Home insurance (est.)$297

Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.

Price & listing history73 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    Apr 7, 2026
  2. Listed$675,000
    Apr 7, 2026
  3. Price reduced$649,000

Facts & features

Property type
Residential Income
Sub type
Duplex
Status
Active
Days on market
73
Subdivision
Indian Beach Map Of
County
Sarasota
Year built
1936
Living area
1,210 sq ft
Price/sq ft
$536
Building area
1,532 sq ft (Public Records)
Lot size
12,387 sq ft
Lot category
1/4 to less than 1/2
Flood zone
X (12115C0131G)
Garage
1 spaces
Annual taxes
$5,492 (2025)
Parcel #
2004110050
Zoning
RSF3
MLS #
A4688859

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Interior Details

Bedrooms
3
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Appliances
Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Interior features
Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Window Treatments
Laundry
In Garage
Stories / Levels
One

Heating & Cooling

Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air

Parking

Garage spaces
1
Attached garage
No
Parking features
Driveway, Guest

HOA & Financial

Total monthly fees
$0/mo
Total annual fees
$0
CDD
No
Min lease term
1-7 Days
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Ownership
Fee Simple
Available for lease
Yes
Lease restrictions
No
Additional lease restrictions
Confirm City of Sarasota rules.

Exterior & Construction

Exterior features
Garden, Private Mailbox
Construction materials
Frame
Roof
Metal
Foundation
Pillar/Post/Pier
Road surface
Asphalt, Paved

Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected

Listing Details

Listing date
2026-04-02
On market date
2026-04-07
Original list price
$675,000
Occupant type
Vacant
MLS area
34234 - Sarasota
Listing AOR
Sarasota - Manatee
Status changed
2026-04-07
Tax legal description
COM AT INTRS OF E LINE OF TURKS CAP PL & N LINE OF 41ST ST TH N ALG E LINE OF TURKS CAP PL 84 FT TH S-89-53-33-E 55.6 FT FOR POB TH CONT S-89-53-33-E 75.53 FT TH N 142.08 FT TH N-89-53-33-W 76.88 FT

Flood risk

Minimal riskFEMA Zone XPanel 12115C0131G

Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.

Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.

Location

Directions

From 41/Tamiami Trail, go west on 42nd Street (next to Crabbers on 41). House is on the left.

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