$349,000

8730 Filson Pl Sarasota, FL 34231

$4,144
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
857 sqft
0.2 acres
$407 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8730 Filson Pl

1981 BUILT SOLID BLOCK 2 BED 2 BATH 1 CAR GARAGE HOME IN MOVE IN CONDITION W/ MANY RECENT UPDATES *** SITS ON A NICE CORNER LOT *** FRESH PAINT INSIDE & OUT, NEW FLOORING, NEW KITCHEN CABINETS & APPLIANCE PACKAGE, CUSTOM TILE WORK IN BATHROOM WITH NEW VANITY *** ROOF, ELECTRIC & AC SYSTEM ALL UPDATED WITHIN PAST 3 YEARS. NEW SEPTIC SYSTEM MAY 2025. PERFECT FOR INVESTORS OR FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS.. HURRY.. THIS ONE WONT LAST.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size857 sqft
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1981
MLS #A4653779
Attached garage2 spaces

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Laminate
  • Interior: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Storage
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $349,000
  • Price/SqFt: $407
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,567
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: South Tamiami Trail to Wharf Road. Turn West on Wharf Road. 1st Street on Right is Filson. Turn Right on Filson. Go one block to 8730 Filson.
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Living Area: 857 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres
  • MLS Number: A4653779
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: BRIGHT REALTY
  • Office Phone: (941) 552-6036
  • Listing Agent: Terry Thorpe

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8730 Filson Pl, Sarasota, FL 34231 - ranch-style house featuring driveway, a front lawn, an attached garage, and stucco siding

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8730 Filson Pl

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 11, 2017
Home Sold
$165,000
Jun 20, 2017
Home Sold
$119,001
May 04, 1999
Home Sold
$79,900

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$204,200$2,567
2022$175,300$2,292
2021$132,200$2,292
2020$122,800$2,023
2019$121,300$1,868
2018$124,900$1,889
2017$68,038$782

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Gulf Gate Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.8 mi

6500 S Lockwood Ridge Rd

10

Ashton Elementary School

Public District PK-5

4.2 mi

5110 Ashton Rd

5

Wilkinson Elementary School

Public District PK-5

4.6 mi

3400 Wilkinson Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,804. The majority of Sarasota, FL residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

47%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
14%
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?

47%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Sam's ClubSam's Club

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 8730 Filson Pl

The listing price of 8730 Filson Pl property is $349,000.

The property 8730 Filson Pl is a house located in Sarasota, Florida, 34231.

Active Listing: 8730 Filson Pl is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 8730 Filson Pl are: Gulf Gate Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ashton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Wilkinson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Imagine School at Palmer Ranch (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Brookside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pine View School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Riverview High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Suncoast Polytechnical High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,567 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on October 11, 2017 for $165,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 8730 Filson Pl has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 8730 Filson Pl is 857 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 8730 Filson Pl is 1981.

This home is located at 8730 Filson Pl in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34231. This 857 square foot home, which was built in 1981, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $349,000.

Over 28 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Sarasota, FL. In the same period over 365 listings were sold below the listed price and 69 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Sarasota, FL between April and May 2025 decreased by 1%. Listings spent 62 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $496,832 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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