2837 FOREST LANE
Sarasota, FL 34231
$229,900
Virtually Staged. Big charm, thoughtful updates, and a fantastic Sarasota location—this one-of-a-kind cottage packs a lot into a small footprint! This 1-bedroom, 1-bath home blends warm vintage character with smart improvements already in place, while leaving plenty of opportunity to add your own style.
Step inside and you’ll quickly see what makes this home different. Rich wood-paneled walls and a striking stone fireplace create a warm, inviting living space with character that is increasingly hard to find. Wood-look tile flooring flows throughout the home, bringing an updated feel while complementing its original cottage style. The bright kitchen features soft close cabinetry, generous storage, a stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher, and a clean, functional design. The bathroom has also been refreshed with a tiled walk-in shower, glass doors, and a dual-sink vanity. A 2021 roof adds another important update to this classic Sarasota cottage.
The living space extends outdoors to a large screened porch, creating a comfortable spot to enjoy Florida’s year-round indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Beyond the porch, the backyard is surrounded by mature trees and tropical landscaping, offering privacy, shade, and room to garden, relax, or create your own outdoor retreat.
Adding even more versatility is a separate approximately 300-square-foot utility building with laundry, a utility sink, electricity, and additional usable space. Whether envisioned as a workshop, creative studio, hobby area, or expanded storage, this separate building offers flexibility rarely found at this price point.
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Listing Courtesy of: MARCUS & COMPANY REALTY
941-932-8550
Buyer Represented by: MARCUS & COMPANY REALTY
| Listing Id: | A4705389 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $229,900 |
| Close Price: | $229,900 |
| Close Date: | 2026-11-10 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Status: | Closed |
| Bedrooms Total: | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 782 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $1,334 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 5,400 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.12 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Sarasota |
| County Or Parish: | Sarasota |
| Subdivision Name: | Hyde Park Terrace |
| Postal Code: | 34231 |
| Year Built: | 1950 |
| Additional Parcels?: | No |
| Appliances: | Dishwasher, Refrigerator |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 1 |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 1054 |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Carport?: | No |
| Direction Faces: | South |
| Foundation Details: | Slab |
| Construction Materials: | Frame |
| Cooling: | Central Air, Attic Fan |
| Fireplace Features: | Stone |
| Directions: | From I- 75 take exit 207 onto Bee Ridge Rd, turn left onto Midland Rd, then right onto Forest Ln. House will be on the right. |
| Exterior Features: | Private Yard |
| Flooring: | Ceramic Tile |
| Furnished: | Unfurnished |
| Garage?: | No |
| Heating: | Electric |
| Interior Features: | Living Room/Dining Room Combo |
| Laundry Features: | Other |
| Levels: | One |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-09-23 |
| Ownership: | Fee Simple |
| Living Area Source: | Public Records |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.12 |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 50x108 |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 6510 |
| MLS Area Major: | 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch |
| MLS Area Major: | 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch |
| Other Structures: | Other |
| Original List Price: | $229,900 |
| Other Equipment: | Private Yard |
| Parcel Number: | 0072050009 |
| Pets Allowed: | Cats OK, Dogs OK |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Township: | 37S |
| Road Surface Type: | Paved |
| Roof: | Shingle |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Senior Community?: | No |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| State Or Province: | FL |
| Association?: | No |
| Utilities: | Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Public Survey Range: | 18E |
| Public Survey Section: | 04 |
| Zoning: | RSF3 |
| Possession: | Close Of Escrow |
| Home Warranty?: | No |
| Additional Lease Restrictions: | Verify lease policy with local jurisdiction |
| Additional Rooms: | Bonus Room |
| Alternate Key Folio Num: | 0072050009 |
| Available For Lease Yn: | Yes |
| Backups Requested Yn: | Yes |
| Building Area Total Srch Sq M: | 97.92 |
| Calculated List Price By Calcula: | 293.99 |
| Cddyn: | No |
| Dprurl: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4705389?w=Agent&skip_sso=true |
| Dprurl 2: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4705389?w=Customer |
| Dpryn: | Yes |
| Exist Lse Tenant Yn: | No |
| Flood Zone Code: | X |
| Flood Zone Date: | 2024-03-27 |
| Flood Zone Panel: | 12115C0142G |
| Green Verification Count: | 0 |
| Homestead Yn: | No |
| Lease Restrictions Yn: | No |
| Listing Exclusion Yn: | No |
| Living Area Meters: | 72.65 |
| Lot Size Square Meters: | 502 |
| Minimum Lease: | 1 Month |
| Realtor Info: | As-Is |
| Room Count: | 5 |
| Sdeo yn: | No |
| Sw Subdiv Community Name: | Hyde Park |
| 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 |
| Association 2 Yn: | 0 |
| Attribution Contact: | 941-932-8550 |
| Originating System Name : | Stellar MLS |
| In Law Suite Yn: | No |
| Green Energy Generation Yn: | No |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-09-08 |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Pool Private?: | No |
| New Construction?: | No |
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