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1887 Rita Street

SARASOTA, FL 34231

3 beds
2 baths
2,241 sqft
11,475 sqft lot
$213 per sqft
1975 build
– on site

Under contract-accepting backup offers. 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

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / COPPOLA REALTY GROUP

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 30, 2025 •

MLS# A4633939 —

The Building

Year Built:

1975
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Ranch
Construction Materials:

Stucco
Levels:

One
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Building Area Total:

2597
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Carpet
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Family Room

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2241
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

South on Tamiami Trail to VAMO Road. VAMO Road south to Rita Street on left. To 1887 on left.
Latitude:

27.220361
Longitude:

-82.494168
Coordinates:

-82.494168, 27.220361

The Property

Parcel Number:

0132120094
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Size Acres:

0.26
Lot Size Area:

11475
Lot Size SqFt:

11475
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

1/4 to less than 1/2
Zoning:

RSF3
Direction Faces:

South
View:

false
Exterior Features:

Gray Water System
Fencing:

Board
Water Source:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Asphalt
Flood Zone Code:

X
Flood Zone Panel:

12115C0226G
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

false
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

21
Tax Block:

A
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 Book Number:

1-38
Tax Annual Amount:

4019

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://www.canva.com/design/DAGaroO9EgU/xTenjLpBJE7oEDFNpCqYMw/watch?
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Electric
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available
Sewer:

Septic Tank

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher
Laundry Features:

In Garage

The Community

Subdivision Name:

MEAD HELEN D
Senior Community:

false
Waterview:

false
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Pool Private:

false
Association:

false
Ownership:

Fee Simple

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Dimensions:

20X19
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Shed(s)

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$479,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,564
Taxes	$334
Insurance	$131
Utilities	$166 See report
Total	$3,195/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/30/25 Jan 30, 2025	Pending	STELLAR_MLS	$479,000
1/2/25 Jan 2, 2025	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$479,000	221.5% (20.1% / YR)
9/27/16 Sep 27, 2016	Sold	STELLAR_MLS

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This house located in Petrecca Terrace, Vamo, FL 34231 is currently pending sale for $479,000. 1887 Rita Street is a 2,241 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 30 days. 1887 Rita Street is in the Petrecca Terrace neighborhood of Vamo and has a WalkScore® of 39, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Gulf Gate Elementary School, Riverview High School, and Brookside Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and COPPOLA REALTY GROUP.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Stellar MLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. Stellar MLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law. For any questions please call (407) 499-8911.