#TB8355820, Philip Gilchrist, Listing office: EXP REALTY LLC
1726 8th St Sarasota, FL 34236
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About 1726 8th St
Prime Redevelopment Opportunity in Gillespie Park Currently configured as a duplex, this property offers excellent potential to be transformed into a spacious single-family home or an income-generating multifamily residence. Located in the desirable Gillespie Park neighborhood, just north of downtown Sarasota, this DTN-zoned lot is ideal for investors or homeowners seeking value and location. Each unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with individual water and electric meters and in-unit laundry. One unit is currently leased month-to-month at $1,600, while the other is vacant and undergoing renovation—offering immediate upside potential. Don't miss this chance to invest in one of Sarasota's most sought-after neighborhoods with strong rental demand and future development promise.
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Private Pool: No
- Exterior: Other
- Heating: Electric
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $650,000
- Price/SqFt: $414
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,566
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Fruitville rd to N. Osprey ave, left onto 8th St. Lot is on the left.
- Year Built: 1971
- Living Area: 1,569 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: A4651820
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: INVESTUS REALTY LLC
- Office Phone: (941) 538-2010
- Listing Agent: Vincent Ricaud
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 06, 2022 | Home Sold | $565,000 |
Jan 15, 2015 | Home Sold | $91,350 |
Apr 04, 2005 | Home Sold | $275,000 |
Mar 25, 2004 | Home Sold | $140,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $361,700 | $5,566 |
2022 | $307,500 | $4,664 |
2021 | $266,200 | $4,664 |
2020 | $255,000 | $4,326 |
2019 | $226,700 | $3,797 |
2018 | $224,106 | $3,822 |
2017 | $207,000 | $3,496 |
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
5
Alta Vista Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.6 mi
•1050 S Euclid Ave
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. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
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Frequently asked questions
About 1726 8th St
The listing price of 1726 8th St property is $650,000.
The property 1726 8th St is a multi located in Sarasota, Florida, 34236.
Active Listing: 1726 8th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1726 8th St are: Emma E. Booker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Tuttle Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Alta Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), 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 $5,566 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 6, 2022 for $565,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 1726 8th St is 1,569 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1726 8th St is 1971.
This home is located at 1726 8th St in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34236 in the Gillespie Park neighborhood. This 1,569 square foot home, which was built in 1971, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $650,000.
While more than 28 listings in Sarasota, FL in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 69 listings sold at asking price, and more than 365 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Sarasota, FL between April and May 2025 decreased by 1%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 62 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $496,832.