1885 VAMO WAY, Sarasota, FL, 34231 | $235,000

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Price Improvement! Now listed at $235, 000! Home appraised for $245, 000 on 04/12/2026! Walk into instant equity! Charming cottage-style home in a highly sought-after Sarasota location, just minutes from world-famous Siesta Key Beach. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers a unique blend of character, functionality, and investment potential.

Originally rebuilt in 2001, the home features updated appliances, including a newer refrigerator, range, microwave, and A/C unit, providing comfort and convenience for everyday living. The fully fenced yard offers exceptional privacy and space, perfect for pets, entertaining, or future expansion.

Step into the spacious backyard and enjoy a covered gazebo deck complete with a sink—an ideal setup for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing in your own private retreat. Additional highlights include a separate RV electric hookup and a versatile shed perfect for a workshop, storage, or hobby space.

The expansive lot also presents an excellent opportunity to build a new home with a pool, maximizing the value of this prime location. Just one minute from Vamo Drive Park with kayak launch access, this property is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

This home is also a fantastic income-producing opportunity, generating approximately $30, 000–$50, 000 annually while it was rented in 2023

Don’t miss this rare chance to own in one of Sarasota’s most desirable areas.

Features

  • Rooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Baths: 1 full
  • Lot Size: 50 x 188
  • Laundry: Outside
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Approx Sq. Feet: 572
  • Acreage: 0.22
  • Lot Size: 50 x 188
  • Est. Taxes: $2,637
  • Lot Desc: In County, Landscaped, Sidewalk
  • Elem. School: Gulf Gate Elementary
  • Middle School: Sarasota Middle
  • High School: Riverview High
  • Pet Policy: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • MLS#: A4689397
  • Days on Market: 16 days
  • Website: https://www.raveis.com
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1885 VAMO WAY, Sarasota, FL, 34231

$235,000

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NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator ID 32556

5/6 (30 Yr)
Adjustable Rate Conforming*
30 Year
Fixed-Rate Conforming
15 Year
Fixed-Rate Conforming
Loan Amount $188,000 $188,000 $188,000
Term 360 months 360 months 180 months
Initial Interest Rate** 5.875% 6.250% 5.375%
Interest Rate based on Index + Margin 8.125%
Annual Percentage Rate 6.324% 6.398% 5.614%
Monthly Tax Payment $220 $220 $220
H/O Insurance Payment $75 $75 $75
Initial Principal & Interest Pmt $1,112 $1,158 $1,524
Total Monthly Payment $1,407 $1,453 $1,819

* The Initial Interest Rate and Initial Principal & Interest Payment are fixed for the first and adjust every six months thereafter for the remainder of the loan term. The Interest Rate and annual percentage rate may increase after consummation. The Index for this product is the SOFR. The margin for this adjustable rate mortgage may vary with your unique credit history, and terms of your loan.

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