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Active · Single Family

1816 RITA STREET

SARASOTA, FL 34231

Beds
3 beds
Baths
2 baths
Area
1,292 sqft
Single FamilyBuilt 20187,650 sqft lot1-car garageCentralCentral Air$368/sqft1 day on market

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, where timeless Spanish-influenced architecture meets comfortable Florida living. Thoughtfully designed with character and style, this inviting residence features distinctive architectural details, a welcoming layout, and an abundance of charm. Inside, the kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, offering a clean and functional space for everyday living and entertaining. The home’s three-bedroom, two-bathroom layout provides flexibility for a growing family, guests, or a home office. Recent improvements include a 2026 HVAC system, newly screened-in back patio, and rejuvenated landscaping that enhances the home’s curb appeal and creates a lush, inviting outdoor setting. The fenced-in yard provides privacy and a wonderful space for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying the Florida sunshine. Ideally located with convenient access to Sarasota’s beautiful beaches, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, and an exceptional selection of award-winning restaurants, this home offers the perfect combination of character, comfort, and location. A unique opportunity to enjoy the best of the Sarasota lifestyle in a home with distinctive Spanish-inspired appeal. Set up a showing TODAY before this stunning, custom new build home is gone!

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,292 sqft
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile
Stories
1
Features
High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Exterior & lot

Lot size
7,650 sqft (0.18 ac)
Roof
Shingle
Construction
Block, Stucco
Exterior
None

Parking

Garage
1 space

Financial

Annual tax
$4,547 (2025)
Price / sqft
$368/sqft

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Septic Tank
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected

Property

Property type
Single Family
Year built
2018
Subdivision
MEAD HELEN D
County
Sarasota

Listing

Status
Active
Days on market
1 day
MLS #
MFR803252523
Source
Stellar MLS

Listed by Ryan Smith · EXP REALTY LLC

Listing data provided by Stellar MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Estimate your monthly cost

PITI + HOA
Estimated monthly payment$2,781/mo
Principal & interest
$2,402/mo
Property tax
$379/mo
Home insurance
Left out until you enter a quote

Opens at 20% down over 30 years at 6.5%, the same assumptions as the answers below. Property tax is this listing's own 2025 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.

DateEventPriceChange
Aug 19, 2026Listed$475,000

Neighbourhood

The schools below come from the MLS record for this home. Walking, transit and cycling figures for SARASOTA, FL are not connected yet, so this page does not show them.

Elementary school
Not listed
Not named in the MLS record for this home
Middle school
Not listed
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High school
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Location

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