2048 5TH STREET
SARASOTA, FL 34237
About this home
Sweet Downtown Sarasota Cottage with Timeless Southern Charm - Charming, inviting, and full of character, this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage captures the essence of old-Florida living in the heart of Downtown Sarasota. Framed by a classic picket fence and welcoming front porch, this is the kind of home that immediately feels special. Picture yourself relaxing with a glass of sweet tea on the porch, enjoying the easy pace of cottage living, then strolling to some of Sarasota’s wonderful restaurants, shops, galleries, and cultural destinations just beyond your doorstep. Inside, timeless details and thoughtful improvements create a warm and comfortable atmosphere. Beautiful hardwood floors grace the main living spaces, while built-in kitchen features add the character and charm that are increasingly hard to find in today’s homes. With 8-foot ceilings and an inviting layout, the home offers an appealing blend of vintage personality and everyday functionality. Numerous updates provide peace of mind, including new windows (2021), new refrigerator (2019), new washer and dryer (2019), new ceiling fans (2019), added insulation (2019), and new vinyl fencing (2019), roof is few years old and electric totally updated. Whether you’re searching for a charming primary residence, a Sarasota getaway, or an income-producing property, this cottage offers exceptional versatility. Located within Sarasota’s Downtown Neighborhood (DTN) district, the property is surrounded by the energy and convenience of downtown while retaining the intimate feel of a true neighborhood. There is no HOA and no CDD fee, and the property is located in the X flood zone, meaning flood insurance is not required by the lender based on the information provided. Enjoy downtown dining, shopping, art, entertainment, and cultural attractions virtually at your doorstep, with convenient access to bus routes and the beautiful Gulf beaches.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Living area
- 912 sqft
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Wood
- Stories
- 1
- Features
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Window Treatments
- Appliances
- Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 5,000 sqft (0.11 ac)
- Roof
- Shingle
- Construction
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Exterior
- Balcony, Fire Pit, Private Yard
Financial
- Annual tax
- $4,313 (2025)
- Price / sqft
- $384/sqft
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Property
- Property type
- Single Family
- Year built
- 1960
- Subdivision
- POS SUB OF LT 11 BLK N
- County
- Sarasota
Assigned schools
- Elementary
- Tuttle Elementary
- Middle
- Booker Middle
- High
- Booker High
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1 day
- MLS #
- MFR800498721
- Source
- Stellar MLS
Listed by Mark Klecka · COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Listing data provided by Stellar MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sample estimate — not an appraisal
Based on 28 comparable sales within 4 miles of SARASOTA, FL, this home is priced over RENA ValiQ.
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Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOA- Principal & interest
- $1,769/mo
- Property tax
- $359/mo
- Home insurance
- $200/mo
Opens at 20% down over 30 years at 6.5%, the same assumptions as the answers below. Property tax is this listing's own bill; insurance is left out until you enter a quote, because Florida premiums turn on roof age, elevation and carrier. Every field is editable.
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Price history
From the property’s MLS record.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 2026 | Listed | $349,900 | — |
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