For sale

$550,000

1856 Mova St, Sarasota, FL 34231

3beds

1,875sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1974

0.26 Acres Lot

$521,500 Zestimate^®

$293/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

New light fixturesScreened lanaiFresh paintHuge bonus roomNew quartz countersNew vanitiesNew washer and dryer

Stunning renovated pool house. This home has received an extensive transformation. Kitchen updates include new cabinets, new quartz counters, new stainless steel appliances, new backsplash, new fixtures and new hardware. Both bathrooms updated with new tile, new vanities, new shower door, new tub, new fixtures and new hardware. New flooring and baseboard throughout. Fresh paint, new light fixtures and new hardware. Huge bonus room that can be used as a bedroom, office, playroom or whatever best suits the buyer. Screened lanai with a large pool that has been resurfaced with new tile. Large fenced in backyard. 2026 new septic tank and lines jetted. 2026 new garage door. AC 2021. Windows and sliding doors are newer. New washer and dryer. Conveniently located near Siesta Key and the intercoastal.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Bonus Room, Family Room

Primary bedroom

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: First

Bedroom 2

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
Level: First

Bedroom 3

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
Level: First

Primary bathroom

Level: First

Bathroom 2

Level: First

Bonus room

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
Level: First

Dining room

Level: First

Family room

Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Laundry

Level: First

Living room

Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: First

Heating

Electric

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: Laundry Room

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
Doors: Sliding Doors
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,029
Total interior livable area: 1,875 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Garage Door Opener
Attached garage spaces: 2
Details: Garage Dimensions: 20x20

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Screened
Exterior features: Lighting
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: In Ground, Lighting, Screen Enclosure
Fencing: Wood
Has view: Yes
View description: Pool

Lot

Size: 0.26 Acres
Dimensions: 75 x 153

Details

Parcel number: 0132120056
Zoning: RSF3
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stucco, Wood Frame
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Completed
New construction: No
Year built: 1974

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Pet fee: $0 monthly
Subdivision: GIBSON BESSIE P SUB

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Sarasota

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $293/sqft
Tax assessed value: $320,800
Annual tax amount: $4,478
Date on market: 3/24/2026
Cumulative days on market: 8 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Ownership: Fee Simple
Total actual rent: 0
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$521,500

$495,000 - $548,000

$4,084/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/24/2026	Listed for sale	$550,000+71.9%$293/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A4687358 Report a problem
1/7/2026	Sold	$320,000-8.4%$171/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670765 Report a problem
12/22/2025	Pending sale	$349,500$186/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670765 Report a problem
12/17/2025	Listed for sale	$349,500$186/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670765 Report a problem
11/13/2025	Pending sale	$349,500$186/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670765 Report a problem
11/7/2025	Listed for sale	$349,500+29.9%$186/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670765 Report a problem
3/22/2021	Sold	$269,000-3.6%$143/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
2/22/2021	Pending sale	$279,000$149/sqft
Source: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY #A4492030 Report a problem
2/19/2021	Listed for sale	$279,000$149/sqft
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker #A4492030 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,479 -5.4%	$320,800 -7.6%
2024	$4,733 +0.2%	$347,300 +1.2%
2023	$4,725 +10.1%	$343,310 +10%
2022	$4,290 +175%	$312,100 +155.7%
2021	$1,560 +0.9%	$122,064 +1.4%
2020	$1,546 +4.9%	$120,379 +2.3%
2019	$1,473	$117,673 +1.9%
2018	$1,473 +3.7%	$115,479 +2.1%
2017	$1,421 +9.5%	$113,104 -38.9%
2016	$1,298	$185,000 +22.8%
2015	$1,298 +0.5%	$150,600 +53.8%
2014	$1,291 +0.4%	$97,937
2013	$1,286 +2.6%	$97,937 +1.7%
2012	$1,253 -17.3%	$96,300 -18%
2011	$1,515 -0.7%	$117,384 +1.5%
2010	$1,525 +9%	$115,649 +2.7%
2009	$1,399	$112,609 +0.1%
2008	$1,399 -6.9%	$112,497 +3%
2007	$1,503	$109,220 +2.5%
2006	--	$106,556 +3%
2005	--	$103,452 +3%
2004	$1,524 -0.5%	$100,439 +1.9%
2003	$1,532 -4.2%	$98,566 +2.4%
2002	$1,599 +7.9%	$96,256 +1.6%
2001	$1,482 +2.5%	$94,740 +3%
2000	$1,446	$91,981