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Property Description
Virtually Staged. Located in the heart of downtown Sarasota, Villas on Laurel is a boutique community of only nine residences situated directly beside Laurel Park on a quiet one-way street. This location places you just a few blocks from Sarasota Bay, Marina Jack, Main Street dining, art galleries, theaters, shopping, and the Sarasota Farmers Market. This two-story townhome offers three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a versatile floor plan that includes a spacious first-floor living area along with a full guest bedroom and bath. Upstairs, a loft provides additional flexible living space, while two private bedroom suites create comfortable accommodations for owners and guests alike. Recent improvements include a new HVAC system (2025), luxury vinyl plank flooring (2025), and updated appliances. Community-wide capital improvements include a new membrane roof (2025), resurfaced parking area, refreshed landscaping, and additional maintenance projects that reflect a well-managed homeowners association. Impact-rated Andersen windows were installed throughout the community in 2004. Additional features include two reserved parking spaces, a community pool, community storage room, and classic Old Florida architecture updated in 2005. A rare opportunity to enjoy low-maintenance living in one of downtown Sarasota's most convenient locations- schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1685 Laurel St #3
General
- Price: $825,000
- HOA FEE: $850/month
- Taxes: $7,473 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4701215
- Updated: 7/29/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 3 Months
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Storage
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
Parking
- Parking Features: Ground Level, Reserved
Location
- Area: 34236 - Sarasota
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Subdivision: THE VILLAS ON LAUREL
- Driving Directions: Orange Avenue to 1685 Laurel Street (a one-way street), with on street parking and two guest parking spaces in front of the community pool.
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- Elementary School: Southside Elementary
- Middle School: Booker Middle
- High School: Sarasota High
Community
- Community Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Community Mailbox, Pool
- Optional Amenities: Storage
- Assoc. Fees Include: Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Sewer, Water
- Number of Pets: 2
- Pet Restrictions: Two pets, per unit owner, dog or cat, with a maximum weight limit of 40 pounds., / 40lbs.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Custom, Florida
- Architectural Style: Custom, Florida
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco, Wood Frame
- Roof: Membrane
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,667
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 2005
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: Pool
- Frontage: Street One Way, Street Paved
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Financial Considerations
- Condo Fee: $850
- Condo Fee Freq: Monthly
- Tax Amount: $7,473.35
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condominium
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: UNIT 3, VILLAS ON LAUREL THE
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 2027102003
- Property ID: 2027102003
Listed by Michael Saunders & Company
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Schools
Schools serving 1685 Laurel St #3
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Southside Elementary School, Sarasota, FL 1901 Webber Street, Sarasota, FL 34239 | PK-5 | 1.7 mi |
Booker Middle School 2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
Sarasota High School 2155 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, FL 34239 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 1685 Laurel St #3
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/29/2026
Listed
$825,000
77.42%
MLS
3/14/2016
Sold
$465,000
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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 1685 Laurel St #3
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,785
-3%
$491,400
-12%
2024
$8,024
8%
$557,400
8%
2023
$7,403
11%
$518,200
14%
2022
$6,683
11%
$455,800
23%
2021
$6,000
—
$370,100
2%
2021
$6,000
14%
$364,500
3%
2019
$5,265
-8%
$354,500
-7%
2018
$5,726
-2%
$382,500
11%
2017
$5,819
8%
$345,900
11%
2016
$5,382
-17%
$312,800
-10%
2015
$6,497
8%
$349,327
10%
2014
$6,009
15%
$317,570
10%
2013
$5,224
—
$288,700
—
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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1685 Laurel Street #3, Sarasota, FL 34236 (MLS# A4701215) is a Condo property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1685 Laurel Street #3 is currently listed for $825,000 and was received on July 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 1685 Laurel Street #3? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Sarasota? You can browse all Sarasota real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

