$1,295,000

1881 ORCHID STREET, Sarasota, FL 34239

  • 3 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 1,710 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1953
  • Property Lot Size Icon9,148sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon 1 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $757/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 1 day ago

Property Description

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.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
June 20, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:
PREFERRED SHORE LLC : 941-999-1179
Listing Agent:
David Perkowski : 941-416-0932
MLS ID:
A4656488
  • General: Crown MoldingThermostat
  • Rooms: Bonus RoomFlorida Room
  • Appliances: Built-In OvenCooktopDishwasherRefrigeratorTankless Water Heater
  • Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupInsideLaundry RoomWasher Hookup
  • Flooring: Tile
  • A/C: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric

This listing courtesy of David Perkowski, PREFERRED SHORE LLC

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Location

Schools Nearby

S

Southside Elementary School

1901 Webber St, Sarasota, FL, 34239

Grades PK-5

0.33 miles away

B

Brookside Middle School

3636 S Shade Ave, Sarasota, FL, 34239

Grades 6-8

0.47 miles away

S

Sarasota High School

2155 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota, FL, 34239

Grades 9-12

1.48 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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