1871 Prospect Street, SARASOTA, FL 34239
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Listed by:barbara may
Office:michael saunders & company
MLS#:A4655370
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$999,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$480.06
About this home
Step into timeless charm with this beautifully updated 1924 cottage, perfectly situated in Sarasota’s coveted West of Trail neighborhood. Combining historic character with modern comforts, the main residence offers approximately 1,460 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Original hardwood floors, high ceilings, picture molding, a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room and an abundance of windows allowing natural light in all rooms highlight the home’s classic appeal. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the living room, updated kitchen, dining room and enclosed sunroom - perfect for a home office. All of the rooms ar generously sized. The primary bedroom has a spacious en-suite bathroom. Adding even more value is the recently renovated guesthouse, complete with kitchenette, screened-in porch, and private entrance. This versatile space is ideal for visitors, a creative studio, or potential rental income. An additional feature of new metal roofs in the main house 2021 and guest house 2025. Centrally located near downtown Sarasota, the shops and restaurants of Southside Village, and just minutes to the world-renowned beaches of Lido and Siesta Key, this unique property blends character, convenience, and flexibility.
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Home facts
- Year built:1924
- Listing Id #:A4655370
- Added:66 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 15, 2025 at 05:30 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Living area:1,953 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central, Electric
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Metal
- Year built:1924
- Building area:1,953 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.17 Acres
Schools
- High school:Sarasota High
- Middle school:Brookside Middle
- Elementary school:Southside Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$999,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$480.06
- Tax amount:$9,714 (2024)
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