#A4638687, Sara Ferguson, Listing Office: COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
1656 Hillview St Sarasota, FL 34239
Property details
About 1656 Hillview St
Step into timeless elegance at The Tracy House & Studio, a masterfully restored 1940s gem nestled in the heart of Sarasota’s coveted Hudson Bayou neighborhood. Blending historic charm with modern sophistication, this 2,915 sq. ft. residence offers 3 spacious bedrooms (including a Casita with separate entrance) 3.5 luxurious bathrooms, and an open-concept layout and kitchen perfect for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Situated just steps from Southside Village, Selby Gardens, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and vibrant downtown Sarasota, this residence offers the best of city living in a serene, tree-lined setting offering the ideal blend of privacy and convenience in one of Sarasota’s prime neighborhoods. Thoughtfully updated with top-tier finishes and appliances—Bosch, Miele, and Thermador—this home also features a “new” 2023 standing seam metal roof and expansive backyard with a fire pit hookup to complete the picture of refined Florida Gulf Coast living. With a deep appreciation for this exceptional home, the sellers are now ready to entrust it to its next discerning owners, an opportunity rarely found in one of Sarasota’s most treasured neighborhoods.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Wine Cooler
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Gas, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Private Pool: No
- Exterior: French Doors, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
- Architectural Style: Custom
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Humidity Control, Ductless, Zoned
- List Price: $1,640,000
- Price/SqFt: $562
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,531
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: City Lot, Irregular Lot, Private
- Directions: From Mound Street and S. Orange Avenue, drive south on Orange Avenue, turn left on Hillview Street. Property will be on the right.
- Year Built: 1940
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,915 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: A4632706
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
- Office Phone: (941) 388-4447
- Listing Agent: Stacey King
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Aug 05, 2005 | Home Sold | $480,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $449,531 | $6,531 |
2022 | $375,564 | $5,424 |
2021 | $364,625 | $5,424 |
2020 | $359,591 | $5,397 |
2019 | $351,506 | $5,305 |
2018 | $344,952 | $5,214 |
2017 | $337,857 | $5,143 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Southside Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•1901 Webber St
5
Alta Vista Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•1050 S Euclid Ave
8
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
2.2 mi
•4747 S Tamiami Trl
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $130,859. The majority of Sarasota, FL residents have income between $100k-200k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 1656 Hillview St
The listing price of 1656 Hillview St property is $1,640,000.
The property 1656 Hillview St is a house located in Sarasota, Florida, 34239.
Active Listing: 1656 Hillview St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1656 Hillview St are: Southside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Alta Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Phillippi Shores Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Brookside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota School of Arts/Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Sarasota High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sarasota Military Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Riverview High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $6,531 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 5, 2005 for $480,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1656 Hillview St has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1656 Hillview St is 2,915 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1656 Hillview St is 1940.
This home is located at 1656 Hillview St in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34239 in the Hudson Bayou neighborhood. This 2,915 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 17, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,640,000.
In April 2025 more than 35 listings in Sarasota, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 77 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 421 were sold below. The number of listings in Sarasota, FL increased by 1.6% between March and April 2025. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 69 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $500,494.