1649 8TH STREET
| Bedrooms | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Living area | 1,820 Sq. Ft. |
| Total area | 2,104 Sq. Ft. |
| Year built | 1996 |
| Lot size | 0.11 acres (5,000 Sq. Ft.) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Flood zone | X |
| Subdivision | PETROUTSA BROTHERS SUB |
| Days on market | 103 |
| MLS number | MFRA4695133 |
Property taxes: $4,092 (2025) is the current owner's bill. In Florida the bill usually goes up after a sale, when the homestead cap and exemption go away. See what yours would be.
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.
Features
| Interior | Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator |
| Flooring | Tile |
| Laundry | Inside, Laundry Closet |
| Patio and porch | Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened |
| Fencing | Wood |
| View | Trees/Woods |
| Parking | Driveway |
| Construction | Block |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Foundation | Slab |
| Style | Florida |
| Levels | One |
| Faces | South |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Community | Sidewalks |
| Pets | Yes |
| Furnished | Unfurnished |
| Sale conditions | None |
| Elementary school | Alta Vista Elementary |
| High school | Booker High |
| County | Sarasota |
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