A Buildable Lot in Laurel Park—Plus a Home Full of Historic Charm!?Opportunities like this are rare in Sarasota’s beloved Laurel Park. This property features a buildable lot, offering incredible potential for future development—all while enjoying the benefits of a beautifully preserved 1925 bungalow. Whether you dream of creating a new residence or simply enjoying the existing home, the flexibility here is unmatched. The existing 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is filled with timeless charm, from the cozy wood-burning fireplace to sun-drenched living spaces and vintage architectural details. Thoughtful updates throughout—including the kitchen and baths—seamlessly blend old-world character with modern convenience. Step outside to your own tropical oasis: a spacious, covered and screened-in porch perfect for relaxing mornings or evening gatherings. Nestled among lush landscaping in one of Sarasota’s most convenient and vibrant areas, this location offers easy access to downtown, the bayfront, and the city’s thriving arts and cultural scene—just minutes from it all. Whether preserved, expanded, or reimagined, this property is a rare Laurel Park gem—and the buildable lot makes it a true standout.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (7/10)
$639,000
1739 Oak St, Sarasota, FL 34236
2beds
1,320sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
2,650 Square Feet Lot
$606,500 Zestimate®
$484/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private oasisLush tropical landscapingVintage detailsCozy wood-burning fireplaceNatural lightUpdated kitchenWarm inviting spaces
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 12, 2025 at 05:02pm
Listing Provided by:
Kelly Mooney 941-587-8430,
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN 941-867-6199,
Betsy Sublett, PA 941-284-8483,
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4644400
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Other, Upper Level
Features
- PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
- Flooring: Parquet, Vinyl
- Windows: Shades, Hurricane Shutters, Hurricane Shutters/Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,320
- Total interior livable area: 1,320 sqft
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Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 2,650 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 41 x 50
- Features: FloodZone, Historic District, City Lot, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 2027150006
- Zoning: RSM9
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Subdivision: OSPREY AVE SUB
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $484/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $442,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,985
- Date on market: 3/28/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
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