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$660,000 Reduced -$20,000
214 Gaines Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34243
  • 3Beds
  • 3.00Total Baths
  • 3 Full, 0 HalfBaths
  • 1,992SqFt
  • 1955Year Built
  • 0.31Acres
  • MLS# A4688411
  • Residential
  • SingleFamilyResidence
  • Active


Overview

Experience the best of Sarasota living in this beautifully updated single-story ranch home with pool, nestled in sought-after Whitfield Estatesa Manatee County gem with a Sarasota address. Situated near Sarasota Bay, this home sits among multi-million-dollar residences and offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and opportunity. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath home welcomes you with bright, open living spaces filled with natural light. The primary bedroom and 2nd bedroom both feature walk-in closets and ensuite baths. The open-concept floorplan connects the living, dining, and kitchen areasideal for entertaining or relaxing by the cozy fireplace. A stylish kitchen bar provides extra seating and a central gathering spot. Step outside to your private Florida oasis: a heated pool with screened enclosure, surrounded by lush landscaping on a spacious 1/3-acre lot. Enjoy morning coffee on the front patio with peek-a-boo views of Sarasota Bay, or take an evening stroll to the bay and watch the sunset. Whether youre searching for a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or short-term rental investment, this property offers endless possibilities in one of Sarasotas most desirable neighborhoods. This property is built of concrete block construction, has impact windows, and sits in the desirable X flood zone (flood insurance is not required). Roof is membrane material (2017). AC (2023). For an optional annual HOA fee of just $35, homeowners in Whitfield Estates may obtain a culinary membership at Sara Bay Country Club, granting full access to the clubhouse for dining and social events (golf privileges not included; membership subject to club approval). You and your guests will have plenty of entertainment and convenience options within a short drive including Sarasota Bay, IMG Academy, SRQ Airport, University Towne Center Mall, downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Lido Key and gulf beaches.



Agriculture / Farm

Association Fees / Info

Community Features:  Park, Sidewalks

Pets Allowed:  CatsOk, DogsOk, Yes

Bathroom Info

Total Baths:  3.00

Fullbaths:  3

Building Info

Roof:  Membrane

Building Area Source:  PublicRecords

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Pool Features:  Gunite, InGround, ScreenEnclosure, SaltWater

Patio:  Patio

Pool Private:  Yes

Fees / Restrictions

Financial

Original Price:  $680,000

Garage / Parking

Attached Garage:  Yes

Garage:  Yes

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Fireplace Desc:  LivingRoom

Fireplace:  Yes

Floors:  LuxuryVinyl

Levels:  One

Laundry Features:  LaundryCloset

Interior Features:  HighCeilings, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, MainLevelPrimary, OpenFloorplan, SplitBedrooms, WalkInClosets

Appliances:  Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricWaterHeater, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Lot Info

Direction Remarks:  From US 41 turn west on Gaines Avenue. House will be on your left.

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Lot Size Acres:  0.31

Lot Sqft:  13,678

Lot Desc:  OutsideCityLimits

Misc

Other

Special Conditions:  None

Other Rooms Info

Property Info

Section:  26

Class Type:  SingleFamilyResidence

Property Sub Type:  SingleFamilyResidence

Property Condition:  NewConstruction

Property Attached:  Yes

Construction Materials:  Block, Concrete, Stucco

Stories:  1

Total Stories:  1

Foundation:  Slab

Room Info

Total Rooms:  6

Sqft Info

Sqft:  1,992

Bulding Area Sqft:  2,390

Living Area Units:  SquareFeet

Living Area Source:  PublicRecords

Tax Info

Tax Year:  2,025

Tax Lot:  24

Tax Legal Description:  ELY 35 FT OF LOTS 1 & 2, LOT 24 BLK 8; SUBJECT TO PERPETUAL AVIGATION AGREEMENT (1923/3727) WHITFIELD ESTATES PI#66797.0000/2

Tax Block:  8

Tax Annual Amount:  6877

Tax Book Number:  2-127

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Heating:  Central, Electric

Water Source:  Public

Sewer:  PublicSewer

Cool System:  CentralAir

Cooling:  Yes

Heating:  Yes

Utilities:  ElectricityConnected, SewerConnected

Waterfront / Water

View:  Yes

View:  Bay, Water

Directions

From US 41 turn west on Gaines Avenue. House will be on your left.

This listing courtesy of Michael Saunders & Company 

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Price & Status History (on davidshippey.com since Mon, Apr 6th 2026)
  • Original Price: $680,000
  • Current Price: $660,000
  • Price Reduced: $20,000
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MLS# A4688411 located at 214 Gaines Avenue, Sarasota, Florida is brought to you by David Shippey REALTOR®

214 Gaines Avenue, Sarasota, Florida has 3 Beds, 3 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 214 Gaines Avenue, Sarasota, Florida is A4688411.
The price for 214 Gaines Avenue, Sarasota, Florida is $660,000.
The status of 214 Gaines Avenue, Sarasota, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 214 Gaines Avenue, Sarasota, Florida is Whitfield Estates Unit 1.
The home located at 214 Gaines Avenue, Sarasota, Florida was built in 2026.