$749,000
1649 8th Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
Listing updated: June 20, 2026 at 6:53 AM ET
Listing courtesy of Michael Saunders & Company · Angela Adams · MLS #A4695133 · Active · 941-951-6660Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Welcome to the heart of Sarasota living in the desirable Gillespie Park neighborhood! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers over 1,800 square feet of comfortable living space with an open floor plan, soaring ceilings, and durable tile flooring throughout. Built in 1996 and thoughtfully updated with a new AC system and new windows, the home combines modern efficiency with everyday functionality. The enclosed garage provides exceptional flexibility and can serve as a bonus room, home office, den, fitness space, or potential in-law suite opportunity. Step outside to your own private backyard sanctuary featuring a fully fenced yard—perfect for entertaining, gardening, pets, or simply enjoying Florida’s outdoor lifestyle. Located within Sarasota city limits, this property offers excellent short-term rental potential and places you just minutes from vibrant downtown Sarasota, world-renowned beaches, SRQ Airport, shopping, dining, arts, and entertainment. Residents of Gillespie Park enjoy access to the community’s beautiful 10-acre park featuring tennis courts, walking paths, a scenic pond, playground, and expansive green space. Whether you’re searching for a primary residence, investment property, or seasonal retreat, this home delivers the best of Sarasota living with location, versatility, and lifestyle all in one exceptional package.
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 history2 days on market
- Status: ActiveJun 18, 2026
- Listed$749,000Jun 18, 2026
- Price increased$749,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 2
- Subdivision
- Petroutsa Brothers Sub
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1996
- Living area
- 1,820 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $412
- Building area
- 2,104 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 5,000 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- X (12115C0133G)
- Annual taxes
- $4,092 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 2026020077
- Zoning
- DTN
- MLS #
- A4695133
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Closet
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Parking features
- Driveway
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 1 Week
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Please see city restrictions regarding pets
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Sliding Doors
- Construction materials
- Block
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Road surface
- Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Public, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | |
| Dining Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Primary Bathroom | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | First | |
| Bathroom 2 | First | |
| Bedroom 3 | First | |
| Bathroom 3 | First | |
| Bonus Room | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-05-20
- On market date
- 2026-06-18
- Original list price
- $749,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 34236 - Sarasota
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-06-18
- Tax legal description
- LOT 12 BLK C PETROUTSA BROTHERS SUB
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 Fruitville Road, head west. Make a right on to North Orange Avenue then a right on 8th Street.
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