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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1649 8th St
General
- Price: $749,000
- Taxes: $4,092 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4695133
- Updated: 6/18/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1 Week
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sliding Doors
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- Area: 34236 - Sarasota
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Subdivision: PETROUTSA BROTHERS SUB
- Driving Directions: From Fruitville Road, head west. Make a right on to North Orange Avenue then a right on 8th Street.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Alta Vista Elementary
- High School: Booker High
Community
- Community Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Community Features: Sidewalks
- Pet Restrictions: Please see city restrictions regarding pets
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Florida
- Architectural Style: Florida
- Exterior Const.: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,820
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1996
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,000
- Lot Size: 5000
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,092.02
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 12 BLK C PETROUTSA BROTHERS SUB
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 2026020077
- Property ID: 2026020077
- Block/Lot/Section: C
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Schools
Schools serving 1649 8th St
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Alta Vista Elementary School, Sarasota, FL 1050 South Euclid Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34237 | PK-5 | 1.7 mi |
Booker Middle School 2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234 | 6-8 | 1.9 mi |
Booker High School 3201 North Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34234 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1649 8th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/18/2026
Listed
$749,000
205.71%
MLS
4/13/2016
Sold
$245,000
—
Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1649 8th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,895
-4%
$301,859
3%
2024
$4,045
4%
$293,352
3%
2023
$3,908
3%
$284,808
6%
2021
$3,793
1%
$268,459
-3%
2022
$3,772
-1%
$276,513
4%
2021
$3,793
2%
$264,752
2%
2019
$3,723
—
$258,800
—
2018
$3,721
-8%
$258,000
9%
2017
$4,026
4%
$235,800
-3%
2016
$3,854
16%
$244,200
32%
2015
$3,314
-4%
$184,500
-4%
2014
$3,451
-3%
$191,200
-2%
2013
$3,570
—
$195,600
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1649 8th Street, Sarasota, FL 34236 (MLS# A4695133) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1649 8th Street is currently listed for $749,000 and was received on June 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 1649 8th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sarasota? You can browse all Sarasota real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

