Charming and timeless, this 1939 residence is located in the coveted WEST OF THE TRAIL and SOUTHSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Classic Florida charm and listed on the historic registry, this beautifully UPDATED home spans nearly 2,200 SF and exudes character from every corner. NEW ROOF installed December 2024. A spacious yard, bordered by lush foliage and colorful landscaping, welcomes you to the large covered front porch. Enter through a beautiful solid wood leaded glass front door and discover wood trim casing framing the windows and doors, with original heart of pine wood floors adding warmth throughout. The oversized living room boasts a wood-burning fireplace, built-in bookcases, 9-ft ceilings and plantation shutters. Adjacent to the living room is the formal dining room, ideal for intimate meals or hosting gatherings. The updated kitchen is a chef’s dream complete with custom Knotty Alder wood cabinets with crown molding and glass-front detailed cabinets, granite beveled-edge countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances including a Wolf 4-burner gas range, and wood beams adding charm to the space. Off the kitchen, the large family room features a second wood-burning fireplace, vaulted ceiling, a bay window with built-in bench seating for casual dining, and French doors leading to the private backyard oasis. The spacious primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet with custom built-ins and a beautifully updated ensuite bathroom with mosaic tile flooring, double vanity with quartz countertops, built-in linen cabinet, charming window seat, and a walk-in floor-to-ceiling tiled shower with frameless glass enclosure. A versatile bonus space off the primary suite is perfect for a nursery, office, studio, or TV room. Two additional bedrooms share a beautifully updated full bathroom that maintains the home’s original charm. The backyard offers a true sense of retreat, tucked away behind mature, lush landscaping that provides exceptional privacy and a peaceful atmosphere. Enjoy a Trex deck, spacious paver patio, secluded hot tub, and a fully fenced yard. A detached two-car garage with separate ample storage space completes the property. Ideally located just minutes from Southside Village, downtown Sarasota, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and the world-renowned beaches of Siesta Key and Lido. Whether enjoying the shops and restaurants of Southside Village or the vibrant downtown bayfront, this home offers the best of Sarasota living. A rare opportunity to own a historic gem in one of Sarasota’s most sought-after neighborhoods – with MOTIVATED SELLERS ready to negotiate.
For sale
Price cut: $100K (8/18)
$1,295,000
1631 Loma Linda St, Sarasota, FL 34239
3beds
2,191sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
9,956 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$591/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully fenced yardDetached two-car garageBay windowSecluded hot tubTwo additional bedroomsNew roofTrex deck
- 178 days
- on Zillow |
- 1,130 |
- 29 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 20, 2025 at 06:56am
Listing Provided by:
Linda Driggs 941-374-2920,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-951-6660
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4641166
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dual Sinks, Shower No Tub, Stone Counters, Linen Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x7
Bathroom 2
- Features: Single Vanity, Tub With Shower, Window/Skylight in Bath
- Level: First
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x6
Den
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x13
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x10
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 406 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29x14
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen, Inside, Laundry Closet, Washer Hookup
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Shutters, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,649
- Total interior livable area: 2,191 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 19x17
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Storage
- Fencing: Fenced,Vinyl,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 9,956 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Level
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 2037020043
- Zoning: RSF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Historical
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: SEMINOLE HEIGHTS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $591/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $985,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,427
- Date on market: 2/28/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
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