433 N Osprey Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Lifestyles Realty
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Listed by:christine del monte
Office:coldwell banker realty
MLS#:A4644435
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$675,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$301.07
About this home
Price Improvement Alert – Seller is Ready to Go!
As Seen on HGTV’s Zillow Gone Wild – August 1, 2025
The Boathouse & The Lighthouse | A Storybook Legacy in Downtown Sarasota
The seller just made a bold move—$125,000 price improvement—and this iconic Sarasota compound is now move-in ready for its next lucky owner!
Step into a piece of history and imagination with The Boathouse & The Lighthouse, two whimsical, historic residences nestled in walkable Gillespie Park. Originally crafted in 1933 by master boatbuilder Oliver Blackburn, this property is a tribute to Sarasota’s coastal charm and creative spirit.
The Boathouse – 2BR/2BA with sunlit living spaces, a sleek kitchen, and a spiral staircase to a private owner’s suite.
The Lighthouse – 1BR/1BA vertical retreat with a panoramic observation room perfect for a studio, office, or creative escape.
Just 4.2 miles to Lido Beach, and minutes from downtown’s arts, dining, and waterfront scene—this is more than a home, it’s a lifestyle.
Whether you're:
An investor seeking high-performing short-term rentals
A visionary looking for a live/work haven
A history lover drawn to Sarasota’s storied past
This property offers unmatched character, flexibility, and legacy.
Live in one, rent the other, or reimagine both.
Now priced to move—don’t miss your chance to own a Sarasota landmark.
Contact an agent
Home facts
- Year built:1935
- Listing ID #:A4644435
- Added:193 day(s) ago
- Updated:October 01, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Living area:1,949 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central, Electric
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Membrane
- Year built:1935
- Building area:1,949 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.15 Acres
Schools
- High school:Booker High
- Middle school:Booker Middle
- Elementary school:Alta Vista Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$675,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$301.07
- Tax amount:$4,949 (2024)
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