$235,000
1885 Vamo Way
Sarasota, FL 34231
Listing updated: June 9, 2026 at 9:04 AM ET
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Price Improvement! Now listed at $235,000! Home appraised for $245,000 on 04/12/2026! Walk into instant equity! Charming cottage-style home in a highly sought-after Sarasota location, just minutes from world-famous Siesta Key Beach. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers a unique blend of character, functionality, and investment potential. Originally rebuilt in 2001, the home features updated appliances, including a newer refrigerator, range, microwave, and A/C unit, providing comfort and convenience for everyday living. The fully fenced yard offers exceptional privacy and space, perfect for pets, entertaining, or future expansion. Step into the spacious backyard and enjoy a covered gazebo deck complete with a sink—an ideal setup for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing in your own private retreat. Additional highlights include a separate RV electric hookup and a versatile shed perfect for a workshop, storage, or hobby space. The expansive lot also presents an excellent opportunity to build a new home with a pool, maximizing the value of this prime location. Just one minute from Vamo Drive Park with kayak launch access, this property is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. This home is also a fantastic income-producing opportunity, generating approximately $30,000–$50,000 annually while it was rented in 2023 Don’t miss this rare chance to own in one of Sarasota’s most desirable areas.
Estimated monthly payment
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 history16 days on market
- Status: PendingMay 4, 2026
- Listed$259,900Apr 15, 2026
- Price reduced$235,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Pending
- Days on market
- 16
- Subdivision
- Vamo 3rd Add To
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1961
- Living area
- 572 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $411
- Building area
- 600 sq ft (Owner)
- Lot size
- 9,438 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- X (12115C0228G)
- Annual taxes
- $2,637 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 0132130093
- Zoning
- RSF3
- MLS #
- A4689397
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Appliances
- Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Thermostat
- Laundry
- Outside
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- Southwest
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- 1 Month
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- None, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Yard, RV Hookup, Sidewalk
- Construction materials
- Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Block, Crawlspace, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Road surface
- Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Yes
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Living Room | First | |
| Primary Bathroom | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-04-15
- On market date
- 2026-04-15
- Original list price
- $259,900
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-05-04
- Tax legal description
- LOT 13 LESS R/W IN RPB 3-17 BLK A VAMO 3RD ADD TO
Flood risk
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 SOUTH TAMIAMI TRAIL TURN WEST TO VAMO RD SOUTH TO VAMO DR THE COTTAGE WILL BE ON YOUR LEFT SIDE.
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