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Sarasota,FL 34234
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,593 sqft
Price per Sqft $574
Subdivision Sapphire Shores
MLS Listing ID A4660855
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1925
Annual Tax Amount $4,578
Lot Size 0.450 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
One of a distinguished pair of twin Mediterranean Revival estates, this residence is a rare surviving work of acclaimed architect Clarence C. Hosmer, recognized for his enduring contributions to Sarasota's architectural heritage. Built during the exuberant Florida Land Boom of the 1920s, the home reflects the elegance and ambition of its era with grand arches, barrel-tile roofing, and intricate period details. The home's story is as captivating as its architecture. The original owner moved in social circles with John and Charles Ringling, and at one point, the property itself belonged to Charles Ringling's wife, Edith, a formidable figure in her own right who was directly involved in the management of the Ringling Bros. circus. Set on a coveted double lot in Sapphire Shores, a neighborhood originally planned with the mandate that all homes be Mediterranean or Italian in style, this estate offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for visionary restoration. Behind its storied façade lies the chance to revive a masterpiece, blending its historic soul with modern luxury. This prime location is surrounded by Sarasota's most treasured cultural institutions, including the Ringling Museum of Art, Ca' d' Zan and the Asolo Repertory Theater, and lies just two miles north of downtown. A short drive over the Ringling Bridge leads to the pristine beaches of Lido and Longboat Key.
Location
State FL
County Sarasota
Community Sapphire Shores
Area 34234 - Sarasota
Zoning RSF2
Rooms
Other Rooms Florida Room,Great Room,Inside Utility
Interior
Heating Central,Electric
Cooling Central Air,Ductless
Flooring Brick,Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Tile,Wood
Fireplaces Type Living Room,Masonry,Wood Burning
Laundry In Kitchen
Exterior
Exterior Feature French Doors,Sidewalk
Parking Features Driveway,Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Chain Link,Wood
Pool Gunite,In Ground
Community Features Street Lights
Utilities Available BB/HS Internet Available,Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Sprinkler Well,Water Connected
Roof Type Membrane,Tile
Building
Lot Description City Limits,Level,Oversized Lot,Sidewalk,Paved
Foundation Slab
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public,Well
Structure Type Block,Stucco
New Construction false
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash
Listing Terms Cash
Special Listing Condition None
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