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1881 Orchid St Sarasota, FL 34239
Property details
About 1881 Orchid St
Step inside the soul of Sarasota’s mid-century renaissance, welcome to 1881 Orchid Street, where charm, craftsmanship, and modern upgrades converge in one of the city’s most evolving, investment-savvy neighborhoods: Poinsettia Park. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a bonus room spans 1,710 square feet and sits on a quiet, tree-lined street where new custom homes are redefining the skyline — yet here, you get the best of both eras. Inside, you’ll find authentic Spanish tile floors underfoot, a fully updated kitchen featuring fresh countertops, crisp white cabinetry, bold patterned backsplash, and sleek appliances — all bathed in natural light from new hurricane-impact windows. The layout flows effortlessly from living to lounging, with a Florida room perfect for slow mornings, a screened lanai ideal for entertaining, and a fully fenced backyard that offers privacy and play space. The bonus room (with high wood-accented ceilings) is a true chameleon: art studio, office, gym, guest suite — your call. And here’s where it gets serious: • New Roof • New HVAC System • New Tankless Hot Water Heater • 1-Car Garage • Fresh Landscaping & Low-Maintenance shell front yard with paver driveway You’re less than five minutes to Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Southside Village, and Morton’s Market — with Siesta Key’s white sands just down the road. This is more than a turnkey home. It’s a strategic opportunity: Live here while you design your dream home Buy into the Southside school district now, before prices leap again Or build new on this valuable lot in a neighborhood already being transformed by luxury developers Aesthetic, updated, and well-positioned, 1881 Orchid isn’t just a home. It’s a smart move in a shifting market.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Tile
- Interior: Crown Molding, Thermostat
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Garage Door Opener
- Exterior: Sidewalk
- Heating: Electric
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,195,000
- Price/SqFt: $698
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,703
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: US 41 South to West/Right on Orchid Street to Property on Right side of road.
- Year Built: 1953
- Living Area: 1,710 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.21 Acres
- MLS Number: A4656488
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: PREFERRED SHORE LLC
- Office Phone: (941) 999-1179
- Listing Agent: David Perkowski
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $793,900 | $9,703 |
2022 | $627,400 | $8,305 |
2021 | $430,600 | $8,305 |
2020 | $427,100 | $6,949 |
2019 | $123,593 | $1,607 |
2018 | $121,289 | $1,574 |
2017 | $118,794 | $1,550 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Southside Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.3 mi
•1901 Webber St
8
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
1.3 mi
•4747 S Tamiami Trl
5
Alta Vista Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.7 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 $65,509. The majority of Sarasota, FL residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 1881 Orchid St
The listing price of 1881 Orchid St property is $1,195,000.
The property 1881 Orchid St is a house located in Sarasota, Florida, 34239.
Active Listing: 1881 Orchid St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1881 Orchid St are: Southside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Phillippi Shores Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Alta Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), 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), Riverview High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $9,703 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1881 Orchid St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1881 Orchid St is 1,710 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1881 Orchid St is 1953.
This home is located at 1881 Orchid St in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34239 in the South Poinsettia Park neighborhood. This 1,710 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,195,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Sarasota, FL there were more than 23 sold above asking price, over 364 sold below and more than 51 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Sarasota, FL decreased by 2% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 72 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $495,118.