1887 Rita Street

Sarasota, FL 34231

$479,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,241 Sq. Ft.
$214 / Sq. Ft.
2,241
Sq. Ft.
$214
per Sq. Ft.

Description

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Large family home in historic VAMO. 4.5 miles to Siesta Key. 2 blocks to two Sarasota County waterfront parks with Kayak launches on Sarasota Bay, directly across from Siesta Key. Paddle over to Midnight Pass, Palmer Point Beach Park to enjoy the beach only accessible by boat or Kayak. The home is much larger than it appears from the street (2241 sq feet under air) and is move in ready. Eat in kitchen has solid wood cabinets, granite counters and stainless-steel...One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Large family home in historic VAMO. 4.5 miles to Siesta Key. 2 blocks to two Sarasota County waterfront parks with Kayak launches on Sarasota Bay, directly across from Siesta Key. Paddle over to Midnight Pass, Palmer Point Beach Park to enjoy the beach only accessible by boat or Kayak. The home is much larger than it appears from the street (2241 sq feet under air) and is move in ready. Eat in kitchen has solid wood cabinets, granite counters and stainless-steel appliances. Extra-large (24x20) living/dining room with new laminate flooring installed with adhesive to prevent that hollow feel. Newer AC, Roof, and water heater as well as brand new septic system. New carpeting in 20x13 family room with woodburning stone fireplace. The large AIR CONDITIONED 2 car garage offers many possibilities. Fully fenced yard is perfect for pets. Freshly pressure washed paver driveway offers plenty of parking for your guests. Home has storm shutters stacked in the rear yard shed. Enjoy the beach and water sports without the worry and expense of living in a flood zone. Recent upgrades: New Roof 10/23, A/C 11/21, Water Heater 05/23. Freshly painted inside and out in 2024. New septic system, tank and fields just installed 12/24
  1. Listed by Michael Mulcahy • COPPOLA REALTY GROUP
    P: (941)-266-5283 C: (941)-266-5283 mikesinthesun@yahoo.com

Property Details for 1887 Rita Street

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
MEAD HELEN D
Township
37
Garage Spaces
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/04/2025 10:42 AM

Property Details for 1887 Rita Street

StatusActive
MLS #A4633939
Days on Market4
Taxes$4,019 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1975
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,475 SF
CountySarasota County

Building Information for 1887 Rita Street

Stories-Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,475 SF

Property Information for 1887 Rita Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2597.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Directions: South on Tamiami Trail to VAMO Road. VAMO Road south to Rita Street on left. To 1887 on left.
  • Mls Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Vamo
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 1887
  • Street Name: Rita
  • Street Suffix: STREET
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 20X19
  • Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: A
  • Tax Book Number: 1-38
  • Tax Legal Description: E 1/2 LOT 21 ALL LOT 22 BLK A SUBJ TO 562 SF DRAINAGE ESMT TO COUNTY AS DESC IN OR 2904/1265 HELEN D MEAD PLAT
  • Tax Lot: 21
  • Tax Year: 2023
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 0132120094
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RSF3
  • Living Area: 2241
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1975
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 03-27-2024
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12115C0226G
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 18
  • Public Survey Section: 34
  • Dock YN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Gray Water System, Hurricane Shutters
  • Fencing: Board
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Masonry, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
  • Heating: Electric
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 6.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0

Property History for 1887 Rita Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1887 Rita Street

Taxable ValueLand$110,000Additions$214,100Total$324,100
Tax Record2024$4,187 ($349 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,241 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,241 SqFtStories1Lot Size11,475 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975Year Renovated1995ZoningRSF3CountySARASOTAAPN0132-12-0094Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1887 Rita Street

This home is within Sarasota.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 2 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Gulf Gate Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Brookside Middle School
Public6 to 8

Riverview High School
Public9 to 12

Pine View School
Public2 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Similar Homes

Sorry, we can't find any similar homes at this time. Please check back later.

Similar Sold Homes

Sorry, we can't find any similar sold homes at this time. Please check back later.

1887 Rita Street is a single family home for sale in Sarasota, FL 34231. This property was listed for sale on January 2, 2025 by COPPOLA REALTY GROUP, it's currently listed at $479,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on December 17, 2013. This listing's school district is Sarasota. Nearby schools include Gulf Gate Elementary School, Brookside Middle School and Riverview High School. 1887 Rita Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,241 sqft single family home built in 1975.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of COPPOLA REALTY GROUP, Michael Mulcahy

The information is being provided in part by Southwest Florida Multiple Listing Service, Broker Reciprocity Program ("BR Program") of M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. ("Naples MLS"), under License No. NCOMPN2, and MarcoMls. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than the identification of potential properties for purchase. Copyright 2025 Southwest Florida Multiple Listing Service and MarcoMls. All Rights Reserved. The data relating to real estate for sale displayed on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program ("BR Program") of M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. ("Naples MLS"), under License No. NCOMPN2 and MarcoMls. Properties listed with brokerage firms other than Compass are marked with the "BR House" logo. Detailed information about such properties includes the name of the brokerage firm with which the seller has listed the property. The properties displayed may not be all the properties listed with brokerage firms participating in the Naples MLS BR Program, or contained in the database compilation of Naples MLS.