1737 BAY STREET, Sarasota, FL 34236

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 1,996 sqft

Property Description

Investment or full time living, this beautiful and unique compound in the heart of Sarasota is just steps away from the downtown, hospital, shopping, and the bayfront is the coveted West of the Trail Hudson Bayou Neighborhood. This one a kind home with a separate art studio and studio apt in the back consists of a beautiful and cozy main house with 2 bdr, 2 baths, dining, updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances was designed and well loved by its owners, one a Ringling Art graduate and both longtime Sarasota residents, for a full time retreat over the past 15 years. Custom details such as ceramic tile, hardwood floors, with the main house completely replumbed just recently in 2025. In 2020, a second building was custom built in the back to allow for an art studio on the first level and regular stairs, as well as a custom-made spiral staircase lead you to a fantastic studio apt/"She Shed" on the second floor for guests and/or Air BNB possibilities in the future. Continue on and gather on the rooftop for views of the city and fireworks with a sneak peak of Hudson Bayou depending upon neighbor's foliage height. No flooding or damage from past hurricanes. This home remained high and dry and has been lovingly updated and maintained. Home and apt Air BNB vs seasonal rental potential. Rental income potential estimates available.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

December 8, 2025 at 06:00AM

Listing Office:

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY : 941-388-4447

Listing Agent:

Michelle Wilde : 941-544-3813

MLS ID:

A4674614

Interior

• General: Built-in FeaturesCeiling Fans(s)Eat-in KitchenPrimary Bedroom Main FloorSolid Surface CountersSolid Wood CabinetsThermostatWindow Treatments
• Rooms: AtticDen/Library/OfficeFormal Dining Room SeparateFormal Living Room SeparateGarage ApartmentInside Utility
• Appliances: Built-In OvenCooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerElectric Water HeaterExhaust FanFreezerIce MakerKitchen Reverse Osmosis SystemMicrowaveRangeRange HoodRefrigeratorSolar Hot WaterTankless Water HeaterWasher
• Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupInsideLaundry RoomWasher Hookup
• Flooring: Ceramic TileConcreteWood
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Central

Exterior

• General: CourtyardFrench DoorsGardenLightingPrivate MailboxRain GuttersSliding DoorsStorageAbove Ground
• Style: ContemporaryFlorida
• Other Structures: Guest HouseOtherEnclosedFront PorchDeckRear PorchScreenedPatioSide PorchCovered
• Pool: Auto CleanerGuniteHeatedIn GroundLightingPool SweepSelf CleaningTile
• Parking: Garage Door OpenerGuest

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• Windows: BlindsDouble Pane WindowsRodsWindow Treatments
• General: BlockConcreteHardiPlank TypeStuccoFrameOneBlockSlab

Location

• Road/Access: Asphalt
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Sarasota

Lot

• Zoning: RMF3LOT 14 BLK 7 & S 1/2 OF VAC ALLEY ADJ & E 1/2 OF VAC ALLEY LYING BETWEEN LOTS 12 & 13 ON W & LOT 14 ON E HUDSON BAYOU ADD2036070017
• View: Pool

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableCable ConnectedElectricity AvailableElectricity ConnectedFire HydrantNatural Gas AvailableNatural Gas ConnectedPhone AvailablePublicSewer AvailableSewer ConnectedWater AvailableWater Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of Michelle Wilde, MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY