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#A4648752, Kurt Kraus II, LLC, Listing Office: PREFERRED SHORE LLC
$1,600,000 List price
1721 8th St Sarasota, FL 34236
$10,000
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2 beds
2 full
1,400 sqft
0.4 acres
$1,143 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1721 8th St
Rare opportunity in the Downtown Neighborhood District—4 contiguous lots across two parcels totaling approx. 0.44 acres (1721 & 1743 8th St). Located just one block from Gillespie Park and less than a mile to Downtown Sarasota, this property sits within an Opportunity Zone with no HOA or deed restrictions. The existing 2 bed, 2 bath home offers charm and potential. Ideal for redevelopment—townhomes, multi-family, or a custom urban retreat. Walk to shops, dining, Bayfront Park, and Sarasota’s cultural district. A rare find with green space and downtown access right outside your door.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,400 sqft
Lot size0.44 Acres
Year built1925
MLS #A4647457
FireplaceWood Burning
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: None
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: None
- Exterior: French Doors
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $1,600,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,142
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,841
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Downtown Sarasota, take Fruitville Rd east, turn left on Central Ave, then right on 8th St. Property is on the left. Just 5 minutes from Main Street.
- Year Built: 1925
- Living Area: 1,400 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.44 Acres
- MLS Number: A4647457
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: FINE PROPERTIES
- Office Phone: (941) 782-0000
- Listing Agent: Beverly Perez
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 01, 2006 | Home Sold | $425,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $298,900 | $3,841 |
| 2022 | $267,100 | $3,501 |
| 2021 | $203,900 | $3,501 |
| 2020 | $210,800 | $3,081 |
| 2019 | $157,187 | $2,665 |
| 2018 | $142,897 | $2,560 |
| 2017 | $145,000 | $2,241 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Emma E. Booker Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•2350 Dr Martin Luther King Way
4
Tuttle Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•2863 8th St
7
Bay Haven School of Basics Plus
Public Magnet KG-5
1.6 mi
•2901 W Tamiami Cir
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 $31,966. Most Sarasota, FL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
58%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
59%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Minor League Baseball Games
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
New York & Company
Forever 21
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
Chick-fil-A
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Kia
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Talk/Personality
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1721 8th St
The listing price of 1721 8th St property is $1,600,000.
The property 1721 8th St is a house located in Sarasota, Florida, 34236.
Active Listing: 1721 8th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1721 8th St are: Emma E. Booker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Tuttle Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bay Haven School of Basics Plus (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Sarasota School of Arts/Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Booker Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota Military Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Booker High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,841 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 1, 2006 for $425,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1721 8th St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1721 8th St is 1,400 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1721 8th St is 1925.
This home is located at 1721 8th St in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34236 in the Gillespie Park neighborhood. This 1,400 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.44 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,600,000.
Over 35 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Sarasota, FL. In the same period over 421 listings were sold below the listed price and 77 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Sarasota, FL increased by 1.6% between March and April 2025. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $500,494, while the average time on the real estate market was 69 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.