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  • $229,900

    2837 FOREST LANE, SARASOTA, FL 34231

    1beds
    782sqft
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    $1,556/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    5,400 Square Feet Lot
    $224,600 Zestimate®
    $294/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Under contract-accepting backup offers. Virtually Staged. Big charm, thoughtful updates, and a fantastic Sarasota location—this one-of-a-kind cottage packs a lot into a small footprint! This 1-bedroom, 1-bath home blends warm vintage character with smart improvements already in place, while leaving plenty of opportunity to add your own style. Step inside and you’ll quickly see what makes this home different. Rich wood-paneled walls and a striking stone fireplace create a warm, inviting living space with character that is increasingly hard to find. Wood-look tile flooring flows throughout the home, bringing an updated feel while complementing its original cottage style. The bright kitchen features soft close cabinetry, generous storage, a stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher, and a clean, functional design. The bathroom has also been refreshed with a tiled walk-in shower, glass doors, and a dual-sink vanity. A 2021 roof adds another important update to this classic Sarasota cottage. The living space extends outdoors to a large screened porch, creating a comfortable spot to enjoy Florida’s year-round indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Beyond the porch, the backyard is surrounded by mature trees and tropical landscaping, offering privacy, shade, and room to garden, relax, or create your own outdoor retreat. Adding even more versatility is a separate approximately 300-square-foot utility building with laundry, a utility sink, electricity, and additional usable space. Whether envisioned as a workshop, creative studio, hobby area, or expanded storage, this separate building offers flexibility rarely found at this price point. The location makes this property even more appealing. Shopping, dining, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, the Legacy Trail, and everyday conveniences are nearby, while Siesta Key Beach is just a short drive away. Enjoy easy access to some of Sarasota’s best-known destinations while coming home to a property that feels anything but cookie-cutter. With its 2021 roof, updated kitchen and bath, stone fireplace, screened porch, private backyard, separate utility building, and central Sarasota location, this property offers exciting possibilities as a primary residence, seasonal Sarasota retreat, or investment opportunity. Small in size, big on charm, and full of possibilities—2837 Forest Lane is a Sarasota cottage ready for its next chapter.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Michelle Green, LLC 941-239-6553,

    MARCUS & COMPANY REALTY 941-932-8550

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4705389MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bonus Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 117 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9x13
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: First
      • Area: 50 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 5x10
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 80 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8x10
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Area: 88 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11x8
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 345 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 23x15
      Heating
      • Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Other
      Features
      • Attic Fan, Living Room/Dining Room Combo
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Stone
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,054
      • Total interior livable area: 782 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Exterior features: Private Yard
      Lot
      • Size: 5,400 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 108
      Details
      • Additional structures: Other
      • Parcel number: 0072050009
      • Zoning: RSF3
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1950

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: HYDE PARK TERRACE
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Sarasota

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $294/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $206,100
      • Annual tax amount: $1,333
      • Date on market: 9/10/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 32 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $224,600

        $213,000 - $236,000

        $1,471/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/23/2026Listed for sale$229,900$294/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4705389 Report a problem
        9/14/2026Pending sale$229,900$294/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4705389 Report a problem
        9/10/2026Listed for sale$229,900+114.9%$294/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4705389 Report a problem
        10/30/2008Sold$107,000+89.4%$137/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/28/1995Sold$56,500$72/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,334 +3.6%$96,644 +2.9%
        2024$1,287 +6.4%$93,920 +3%
        2023$1,211 +5%$91,184 +3%
        2022$1,153 +25.2%$88,528 +50.6%
        2021$921 +1.5%$58,765 +1.4%
        2020$908 +5%$57,954 +2.3%
        2019$864 $56,651 +1.9%
        2018$864 +4.1%$55,595 +2.1%
        2017$830 -2.9%$54,452 -41.9%
        2016$855 $93,700 +17%
        2015$855 +0.2%$80,100 +54.7%
        2014$853 +24.1%$51,765
        2013$688 +1.6%$51,765 +1.7%
        2012$677 -13.8%$50,900 -22.8%
        2011$786 -7%$65,900 -5%
        2010$845 -12.6%$69,400 -15.9%
        2009$967 $82,500 -0.3%
        2008$967 -10.4%$82,772 +3%
        2007$1,079 $80,361 +2.5%
        2006-- $78,401 +3%
        2005-- $76,117 +3%
        2004$1,079 -15.4%$73,900 +22.8%
        2003$1,275 +9.2%$60,200 +16.9%
        2002$1,167 +10.8%$51,500 +9.1%
        2001$1,054 +1.6%$47,200 +5.4%
        2000$1,037 $44,800
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Ridge Wood Heights

        Getting around

        70 / 100
        Very Walkable
        29 / 100
        Some Transit
        53 / 100
        Bikeable

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