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.
For sale
$349,900
2048 5TH STREET, SARASOTA, FL 34237
2beds
912sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$384/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Electric totally updatedInviting layoutWelcoming front porchBeautiful hardwood floorsClassic picket fenceBuilt-in kitchen features
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark Klecka 941-348-9400,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 941-366-8070,
Lynne Zettergren 860-384-3132,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4700512
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x10
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x10
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x11
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 744
- Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
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Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Fire Pit, Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 100
- Features: City Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2028120081
- Zoning: DTN
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
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
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: POS SUB OF LT 11 BLK N
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $384/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $289,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,313
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
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Estimated sales range
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Rent Zestimate®
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900+22.8%$384/sqft |
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| 10/2/2024 | Listing removed | $285,000+5.2%$313/sqft |
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| 10/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/1/2021 | Sold | $271,000-4.9%$297/sqft |
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| 9/6/2021 | Pending sale | $285,000+47.7%$313/sqft |
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| 6/24/2019 | Sold | $192,900$212/sqft |
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| 5/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $192,900+48.4%$212/sqft |
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| 5/2/2019 | Sold | $130,000+80.6%$143/sqft |
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| 10/11/2011 | Sold | $72,000-8.3%$79/sqft |
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| 8/24/2011 | Pending sale | $78,500$86/sqft |
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| 5/12/2011 | Price change | $78,500-0.6%$86/sqft |
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| 3/18/2011 | Price change | $79,000-16.8%$87/sqft |
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| 2/25/2011 | Price change | $95,000+20.3%$104/sqft |
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| 10/9/2010 | Price change | $79,000-16.8%$87/sqft |
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| 7/2/2010 | Price change | $95,000-24%$104/sqft |
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| 4/8/2010 | Price change | $125,000-49.8%$137/sqft |
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| 10/25/2008 | Price change | $249,000+11.1%$273/sqft |
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| 10/14/2008 | Price change | $224,100-10%$246/sqft |
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| 6/20/2008 | Listed for sale | $249,000+84.4%$273/sqft |
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| 5/6/2005 | Sold | $135,000+50%$148/sqft |
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| 3/26/2004 | Sold | $90,000+50%$99/sqft |
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| 10/23/2003 | Sold | $60,000+41.5%$66/sqft |
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| 3/6/2001 | Sold | $42,400$46/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,493 -6.5% | $289,700 -7.8% |
| 2024 | $4,806 +10.3% | $314,270 +10% |
| 2023 | $4,356 +14.5% | $285,700 +15.7% |
| 2022 | $3,805 +126.8% | $247,000 +79.2% |
| 2021 | $1,677 -0.7% | $137,803 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,689 +79.3% | $135,900 +53.2% |
| 2019 | $942 | $88,730 +2.4% |
| 2018 | $942 +3.3% | $86,683 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $912 -17.4% | $84,900 +24.3% |
| 2016 | $1,104 | $68,300 +19.2% |
| 2015 | $1,104 +3.1% | $57,300 +22.2% |
| 2014 | $1,071 +12.6% | $46,900 |
| 2013 | $952 +1.3% | $46,900 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $939 -2.3% | $47,200 -4.1% |
| 2011 | $961 -14% | $49,200 -13.2% |
| 2010 | $1,118 -35.5% | $56,700 -28.5% |
| 2009 | $1,733 | $79,300 -16.4% |
| 2008 | $1,733 -26.1% | $94,900 -28.6% |
| 2007 | $2,347 | $132,900 -7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $143,900 +74.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $82,500 +39.8% |
| 2004 | $1,280 +162.3% | $59,000 +52.4% |
| 2003 | $488 -2.2% | $38,707 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $499 -42.6% | $37,800 +7.1% |
| 2001 | $869 +12.2% | $35,300 +17.7% |
| 2000 | $774 | $30,000 |
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Neighborhood: Park East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Tuttle Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 5/10Booker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 3/10Booker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tuttle Elementary
- Middle: Booker Middle
- High: Booker High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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