Primary on Main
Address
839 42nd Street, SARASOTA, FL
Price
$ 405,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#A4702617
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountySarasota
- CitySARASOTA
- AreaSarasota
- NeighborhoodPHILLIPS JOSEPH H
- Zip34234
- StyleContemporary
- Year Built1950
- Taxes$ 4965
- Price$ 405,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage868
- Lot Size0.26 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
PRICE IMPROVEMENT ALERT! Unlock incredible potential in the heart of Sapphire Shores with this solid concrete block home situated on an expansive 0.26-acre lot. Zoned RMF2 (Multi-Family), this property offers rare versatility for investors or owner-occupants looking to build "sweat equity" in one of Sarasota’s most desirable coastal enclaves. The 3-bedroom layout features easy-care tile flooring throughout, a one-car garage, and a dedicated laundry room. With a proven rental history of $2,100/month, the home serves as a reliable income generator or a functional canvas for a custom renovation. The oversized lot provides ample space for expansion or creating a private outdoor retreat, all within Flood Zone X and free from HOA restrictions. The 868 Heated Sq Ft does not include the one car garage and the additional laundry room attached to it. Roof 2008 and A/C 2015. Live in it. Improve it. Rent it. Or bring your vision. Clean, ready to show and full of possibilities.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Emma E. Booker Elementary Elementary School | Booker Middle Middle School | Booker High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed $439,000 |
| 9/1/2026 | 4$419,900 |
| 10/2/2026 | 4$405,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Available,Public |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Convection Oven,Dryer,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Zoning | RMF2 |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Patio/Porch Features | None |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Construction Materials | Block,Cement Siding |
| Year Built | 1950 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| County | Sarasota |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | PHILLIPS JOSEPH H |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Gazebo |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Travel north or south on N Tamiami Trail/US-41. Turn onto 42nd Street. Continue east to 839 42nd Street for 100 feet. First house on the right side of 42nd st. |
| High School | Booker High |
| City | SARASOTA |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 34234 - Sarasota |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 11492 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Elementary School | Emma E. Booker Elementary |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4965 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Booker Middle |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/A4702617 |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Tax Lot | NA |
| Legal Description | THE WEST 80 FT OF THE FOLLOWING TRACT BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH SIDE OF OLD 48TH ST 25 FT NORTH AND 240 FT EAST OF SW CORNER OF NW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TH 396.3 FT EAST ALG THE NORTH |
| Minimum Lease | 1 Week |
| Water Access Y/N | false |
| Water View Y/N | false |
| Flood Zone Code | X |
| In Law Suite YN | false |
| Flood Zone Code X | Yes |
| DockY/N | false |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Eating Space In Kitchen,Primary Bedroom Main Floor,Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Ceramic Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Laundry Features | Outside |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Lighting,Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Driveway,Garage Door Opener |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 11492 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Building Area Total | 1154 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.26 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt,Concrete |
| Private Pool | false |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Covered Spaces | 1 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 34234
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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