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Property Description
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Your TINY HOME awaits you! GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY in a highly desirable Sarasota location! Just a short distance from the world-renowned Siesta Key Beach which is frequently ranked the #1 beach in America, this adorable cottage-style home exudes COASTAL CHARM at every turn. This home is also ONLY a SHORT WALK to the BOAT AND KAYAK LAUNCH where you can adventure in Sarasota Bay This 1 bedroom, 1 bath home is FULL OF CHARACTER, featuring tile flooring, crown molding, and light coastal décor that creates a relaxed, beachy atmosphere. The cozy primary bedroom includes an en suite bathroom with thoughtful details, built-in shelving, and a crisp white tiled shower. The kitchen is equally CHARMING, with white cabinets featuring decorative ACCENTS, a coordinating tile backsplash, and newer stainless steel appliances. A back door opens to the rear porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The LARGE FENCED BACKYARD includes TWO STORAGE SHEDS, one shed with electric, and plenty of space to add a pool, creating YOUR VERY OWN PRIVATE RETREAT. NEWER SEPTIC INSTALLED 2024. Enjoy nearby Vamo Drive Park on Little Sarasota Bay, offering bay access, boat launches, and scenic walking trails including the Jim Neville Marine Preserve. Come see, come sigh and make this tiny home your own. Whether you're seeking a charming coastal retreat or a smart rental opportunity, this home is brimming with possibilities in an unbeatable Sarasota location. Come see it today! Multiple offers received. Highest and best offer requested by 3/25/2026, 8pm EST.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1885 Vamo Dr
General
- Price: $170,000
- Taxes: $782 (2025)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4686905
- Updated: 3/26/2026
- Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Storage
- Deck/Patio: Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Front Porch, Rear Porch
Location
- Area: 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
- Subdivision: VAMO 3RD ADD TO
- Driving Directions: FROM SOUTH TAMIAMI TRAIL TURN WEST TO VAMO RD SOUTH TO VAMO DR THE COTTAGE WILL BE ON YOUR LEFT SIDE.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Gulf Gate Elementary
- Middle School: Brookside Middle
- High School: Riverview High
Community
- Community Name: 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
- Community Features: Public Boat Ramp, Water Access
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Wood Frame (FSC Certified)
- Roof: Metal
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 400
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1954
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,920
- Lot Size: 5920
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 118
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Water Features
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Bay/Harbor
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $782.16
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 20 BLK C VAMO 3RD ADD TO
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 132130047
- Property ID: 132130047
- Block/Lot/Section: C
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Schools
Schools serving 1885 Vamo Dr
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gulf Gate Elementary School 6500 South Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL 34231 | PK-5 | 3 mi |
Riverview High School, Sarasota, FL 1 Ram Way, Sarasota, FL 34231 | 9-12 | 4.6 mi |
Brookside Middle School 3636 South Shade Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34239 | 6-8 | 5.9 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 1885 Vamo Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/20/2026
Listed
$170,000
174.19%
MLS
7/28/2014
Sold
$62,000
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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 1885 Vamo Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$758
—
$60,708
3%
2024
$758
8%
$58,997
3%
2023
$705
-2%
$57,279
6%
2021
$720
5%
$53,991
-3%
2022
$687
-5%
$55,611
4%
2021
$720
9%
$53,246
2%
2019
$663
9%
$52,049
6%
2018
$611
1%
$49,128
2%
2017
$604
2%
$48,118
2%
2016
$594
-1%
$47,128
1%
2015
$598
-24%
$46,800
37%
2014
$787
8%
$34,100
10%
2013
$728
—
$31,000
—
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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1885 Vamo Drive, Sarasota, FL 34231 (MLS# A4686905) is a Single Family property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 1885 Vamo Drive is currently listed for $170,000 and was received on March 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 1885 Vamo Drive? 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.

