1020 23RD STREET, SARASOTA, FL 34234
SYLVAN SHORES · Sarasota County
Key Facts
Description
STEP BACK IN TIME and experience the charm of "OLD FLORIDA" in this beautifully preserved bungalow located west of North Tamiami Trail in the highly sought after Ringling Park neighborhood. Situated on a spacious lot with a large fenced backyard, private driveway, and covered carport, this 2-bedroom home showcases timeless architectural details, including gleaming terrazzo floors, graceful arched openings, and elegant plaster cove ceilings that capture the character of the 1950s. The thoughtfully updated interior features a beautifully remodeled kitchen with new cabinetry, quartz countertops, modern lighting, and newer appliances, along with an updated bathroom, All 19 windows have been replaced, an almost-new HVAC system, a 150-amp electrical panel, updated tilt-in windows throughout, restored terrazzo flooring, and luxury vinyl plank flooring in the inviting Florida room. Additional living spaces include a welcoming front porch, rear porch, spacious living room, bright Florida room, and an oversized laundry room. Adding to the home's long-term appeal, the former motel at the corner of 23rd Street and North Tamiami Trail is slated for redevelopment into Artscape Sarasota – One Stop Housing, an innovative mixed-use community designed to provide affordable housing and creative space for artists to live, work, and learn. Offering historic character, modern updates, and an outstanding location just minutes from downtown Sarasota, the Bayfront, dining, shopping, and the arts, this exceptional home is attractively priced at $449,900.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Bungalow
Year Built
1954
Living Area
1,484 sq ft
Lot Size
0.16 acres
Lot Dimensions
55x130x55x130
Ownership
Fee Simple
Zoning
RSF3
Days on Market
44
MLS® Listing#
A4695931
Property Features
Exterior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Flooring
Laundry
Patio
Fencing
Construction
Foundation
Roof
Community
Utilities
Sewer
Water Source
Rooms
- Bedroom 212x11First
- Dining Room10x7First
- Kitchen9x9First
- Living Room15x15First
- Master Bedroom12x11First
Schools
- Elementary:
- Gocio Elementary
- Middle:
- Booker Middle
- High:
- Booker High
Financial Details
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$4,267
Tax year 2025
Parcel Number
2006080047
Directions
From 41/NORTH TRAIL head WEST on 23rd Street to the home on the left.
Affordability Calculator
$89,980
Estimated monthly payment
$2,395/mo
Principal $359,920 · Est. interest $502,120 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in SARASOTA, FL
- $575,967
- Median Listing Price
- 101
- Median Days on Market
- 1,680
- Median Sq Ft
- $325
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 2,612
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 22% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 7% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in SARASOTA, FL.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Bay Haven School of Basics Plus
Elementary · 0.4 mi away
Booker High School
Secondary · 0.9 mi away
Ringling College of Art and Design
Secondary School · 1.1 mi away
Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences
Secondary · 1.1 mi away
Newtosha Studio
School · 1.3 mi away
Westcoast Center
School · 1.6 mi away
Emma E. Booker Elementary School
Elementary · 1.6 mi away
Springbok Sports Club & Academy
School · 1.7 mi away
Angel's Friend Child Development
School · 1.7 mi away
Booker Middle School
Secondary · 1.7 mi away
Agape Christian School
School · 2.2 mi away
First Presbyterian Preschool
Elementary · 2.2 mi away
Team Success A School of Excellence
School · 2.4 mi away
Tuttle Elementary School
Elementary · 2.5 mi away
Suncoast School
Elementary · 2.5 mi away
Achievement Center
School · 2.6 mi away
Sarasota High School
Secondary · 2.6 mi away
The Lily School
School · 2.9 mi away
Alta Vista Elementary School
Elementary · 3.0 mi away
Community Day School
School · 3.1 mi away
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Listing Courtesy: VUE REALTY, LLC - 941-269-8400
Last Updated: 2026-06-06