642 Lafayette COURT, Sarasota, FL 34236

$599,000 Asking Price

2 beds
2 baths
1,180  sqft
Built in 1949

Fantastic opportunity to live in Downtown Sarasota and enjoy rental income! This captivating property features a delightful Florida home alongside a detached cottage, perfect for guests, rental income, or as an in-law suite in the popular Laurel/Washington Park neighborhood. The main home features 1 bedroom and 1 bath, including a versatile Florida room that can serve as a second bedroom or an inviting sunlit retreat. There is a cozy den off the primary suite, providing a great spot for an office or additional storage. The guest cottage features a kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living area and a large porch. A standout feature of this property is its outdoor living spaces. The brick paver patio offers a tranquil setting for morning coffees or evening soirees, enveloped by tropical Florida landscaping that captures the essence of Sunshine State living. The apartment further impresses with abundant natural light, and its own private lanai, a quiet hideaway. Significant upgrades include a metal roof installed in 2014, ensuring durability and peace of mind. New AC in cottage in 2018 and main house 2019. Impact exterior doors in 2021. New breaker panel box and new electrical interior wiring in 2021. Ample parking space in the front. A vibrant lifestyle of Downtown Sarasota awaits. A short walk to downtown and the bayfront featuring a variety of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, making every day an adventure!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat, Window Treatments
Appliances:
Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Laundry:
Outside
Flooring:
Tile
A/C:
true, Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
Heating:
true, Central, Electric, Heat Pump

Exterior

General:
Courtyard, Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Guest House, Shed(s)
Style:
Bungalow, Cottage
Parking:
Driveway, Off Street

Construction

Roofing:
Metal
Windows:
Aluminum Frames, Blinds, Shades
General:
Other, Wood Frame, Wood Siding, One, Slab

Location

Road/Access:
Street Dead-End, Street Paved
Originating MLS:
Stellar MLS
County:
Sarasota

Lot

Zoning:
RSM9, LOTS 36 38 & N 8.8 FT OF LOT 40 BLK B WASHINGTON PARK, 2027160081
View:
City
Fencing:
Wood

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Available, Water Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Stellar MLS

This listing courtesy of:
HARRY ROBBINS ASSOC INC, Ryan Miller

About Sarasota, FL

Housing

Number of Units
152,825
Median Home Value
$341,369
Median Rent
$1,292

27.49% of housing units are renter occupied.

18.88% are vacant.

Commute

Car
66.43%
Public Transportation
0.60%
Walk to Work
0.72%
Work from Home
31.09%
Other
0.55%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
264,751
Median Age
51.20
Median Household Size
2.39

Education

High School
26.25%
Associate’s Degree
8.64%
Bachelor’s Degree
22.70%
Graduate Degree
17.31%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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