$379,000
1717 Joyce Street
Sarasota, FL 34231
Listing updated: June 23, 2026 at 12:01 PM ET
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty · Babette Paige · MLS #A4691080 · Active · 941-388-3966Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Tropical Shores Community is Sarasota’s most budget-friendly boating spot with no HOA or deed restrictions! This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home, on a great lot, was recently painted, boasts a newer A/C system from 2022, a newer roof (2021), and septic tank replaced in 2021. It also features updated sewer lining and a stack replacement (2021). You’ll be just a short stroll from the community’s private marina and clubhouse. This affordable membership is voluntary and gives you access to the boat ramp, kayak/canoe launch, and slip rentals for easy access to the bay. Plus, you’re just a few minutes away from the nation's top beach, Siesta Key, and some great restaurants.
Local Insight
At $274/sqft for a 1966 home in Sarasota, you're getting decent value, but the real appeal here is the water access on a small lot in an established neighborhood—just know that older homes in Florida often come with surprise foundation or plumbing issues, so a thorough inspection is critical before committing. The lack of HOA is a plus for flexibility, though you'll be fully responsible for maintenance on a property this age, and the 2-bed/2-bath layout limits resale appeal if the neighborhood doesn't appreciate significantly. Location-wise, you're in Tropical Shores with solid schools nearby, but check flood history for this specific property since even X-zone properties can have issues from storm surge or localized drainage problems.
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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 history47 days on market
- Status: ActiveMay 7, 2026
- Listed$399,000May 7, 2026
- Price reduced$379,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 47
- Subdivision
- Tropical Shores
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1966
- Living area
- 1,382 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $274
- Building area
- 1,592 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 8,625 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- X (12115C0226G)
- Annual taxes
- $3,784 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 0130080029
- Zoning
- RSF3
- MLS #
- A4691080
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Parking features
- Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- HOA name
- Holly
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- 1 Month
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Check with Sarasota County.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Dog Run
- Construction materials
- Block
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Slab
- Water access
- Yes
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | First | 8.5x18 |
| Living Room | First | 14x16 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 10x13.5 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 10.5x12 |
| Bonus Room | First | 22x10 |
| Laundry | First | 8x14 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-05-06
- On market date
- 2026-05-07
- Original list price
- $399,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-05-07
- Tax legal description
- LOT 21 BLK F TROPICAL SHORES
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
Tamiami Trail to Vamo. Turn onto Vamo Rd. and go to Tropical Shore (Livingstone St) on the right. Turn in and turn left on Peggy Ave and to to Joyce St on the right. Turn onto Joyce Street and the home is on the rights.
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