2048 5TH STREET
Sarasota, FL 34237
$349,900
Sweet Downtown Sarasota Cottage with Timeless Southern Charm - Charming, inviting, and full of character, this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage captures the essence of old-Florida living in the heart of Downtown Sarasota. Framed by a classic picket fence and welcoming front porch, this is the kind of home that immediately feels special. Picture yourself relaxing with a glass of sweet tea on the porch, enjoying the easy pace of cottage living, then strolling to some of Sarasota’s wonderful restaurants, shops, galleries, and cultural destinations just beyond your doorstep. Inside, timeless details and thoughtful improvements create a warm and comfortable atmosphere. Beautiful hardwood floors grace the main living spaces, while built-in kitchen features add the character and charm that are increasingly hard to find in today’s homes. With 8-foot ceilings and an inviting layout, the home offers an appealing blend of vintage personality and everyday functionality. Numerous updates provide peace of mind, including new windows (2021), new refrigerator (2019), new washer and dryer (2019), new ceiling fans (2019), added insulation (2019), and new vinyl fencing (2019), roof is few years old and electric totally updated. Whether you’re searching for a charming primary residence, a Sarasota getaway, or an income-producing property, this cottage offers exceptional versatility. Located within Sarasota’s Downtown Neighborhood (DTN) district, the property is surrounded by the energy and convenience of downtown while retaining the intimate feel of a true neighborhood. There is no HOA and no CDD fee, and ...
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Listing Courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
941-366-8070
| Listing Id: | A4700512 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $349,900 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms Total: | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 912 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $4,313 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 5,000 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.11 |
| Architectural Style: | Bungalow |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Sarasota |
| County Or Parish: | Sarasota |
| Subdivision Name: | Pos Sub Of Lt 11 Blk N |
| Postal Code: | 34237 |
| Year Built: | 1960 |
| Appliances: | Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 1 |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 744 |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Direction Faces: | North |
| Foundation Details: | Slab |
| Construction Materials: | Frame, Wood Siding |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Directions: | Driving eastbound on Fruitville Road, turn left onto Washington Blvd (301). Turn right onto the 5th St, 2048 5th St will be on the right. |
| Elementary School: | Tuttle Elementary |
| Exterior Features: | Balcony, Fire Pit, Private Yard |
| Flooring: | Wood |
| Furnished: | Unfurnished |
| Heating: | Central, Electric |
| High School: | Booker High |
| Interior Features: | Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Window Treatments |
| Laundry Features: | Upper Level |
| Levels: | One |
| Ownership: | Fee Simple |
| Living Area Source: | Public Records |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Features: | City Limits |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.11 |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 50x100 |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 4336 |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Booker Middle |
| MLS Area Major: | 34237 - Sarasota |
| MLS Area Major: | 34237 - Sarasota |
| Original List Price: | $349,900 |
| Other Equipment: | Fire Pit, Private Yard |
| Parcel Number: | 2028120081 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Rear Porch |
| Pets Allowed: | Yes |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Township: | 36S |
| Road Surface Type: | Asphalt |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional, FHA |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| State Or Province: | FL |
| Utilities: | Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
| View: | Garden |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Property Condition: | Completed |
| Public Survey Range: | 18E |
| Public Survey Section: | 20 |
| Zoning: | DTN |
| Additional Lease Restrictions: | See City of Sarasota Rental Rules and Regulations |
| Alternate Key Folio Num: | 2028120081 |
| Approval Process: | See City of Sarasota Rental Rules and Regulations |
| Association Approval Required Yn: | No |
| Auction Prop Access Yn: | No |
| Available For Lease Yn: | Yes |
| Building Area Total Srch Sq M: | 69.12 |
| Building Elevator Yn: | No |
| Calculated List Price By Calcula: | 383.66 |
| Cddyn: | No |
| Condo Land Included Yn: | No |
| Dprurl: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4700512?w=Agent&skip_sso=true |
| Dprurl 2: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4700512?w=Customer |
| Dpryn: | Yes |
| Exist Lse Tenant Yn: | No |
| Flood Zone Code: | X |
| Flood Zone Date: | 2024-03-27 |
| Flood Zone Panel: | 12115C0134G |
| Floor Number: | 1 |
| Green Verification Count: | 0 |
| Homestead Yn: | No |
| Lease Restrictions Yn: | Yes |
| Listing Exclusion Yn: | No |
| Living Area Meters: | 84.73 |
| Lot Size Square Meters: | 465 |
| Minimum Lease: | 1 Week |
| Num Times per Year: | 52 |
| Other Exemptions Yn: | No |
| Planned Unit Development Yn: | No |
| Realtor Info: | Docs Available |
| Room Count: | 4 |
| Sdeo yn: | No |
| Sw Subdiv Community Name: | Park East Mhp Tpp |
| Total Acreage: | 0 to less than 1/4 |
| Unit Number Yn: | No |
| Water Access Yn: | No |
| Water Extras Yn: | No |
| Water View: | No |
| Yrs Of Owner Prior To Leasing Re: | 0 |
| Ag Exemption Yn: | No |
| Road Responsibility: | Public Maintained Road |
| Association 2 Yn: | 0 |
| Attribution Contact: | 941-366-8070 |
| Originating System Name : | Stellar MLS |
| Dock Yn: | No |
| In Law Suite Yn: | No |
| Green Energy Generation Yn: | No |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-08-09 |
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