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1737 Bay Street
SARASOTA, FL 34236-7706

  • Price$1,320,000
  • Beds3
  • Baths3
  • SQ. Feet1,996
  • Acres0.13
  • Built1980

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.

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Essential Information
  • MLS® #A4674614
  • Price$1,320,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms3.00
  • Full Baths3
  • Square Footage1,996
  • Acres0.13
  • Year Built1980
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StyleContemporary, Florida
  • StatusActive
Amenities
  • ParkingGarage Door Opener, Guest
  • # of Garages1
  • ViewPool
  • Has PoolYes
Exterior
  • Exterior FeaturesCourtyard, French Doors, Garden, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Lot DescriptionCity Lot, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Street Dead-End
  • RoofShingle
  • FoundationBlock, Slab
Additional Information
  • Days on Market16
  • ZoningRMF3
Community Information
  • Address1737 Bay Street
  • AreaSarasota
  • SubdivisionHUDSON BAYOU ADD
  • CitySARASOTA
  • CountySarasota
  • StateFL
  • Zip Code34236-7706
Interior
  • Interior FeaturesBuilt-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat, Window Treatments
  • AppliancesBuilt-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water Owned, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • HeatingCentral
  • CoolingCentral Air
  • # of Stories1
School Information
  • ElementarySouthside Elementary
  • MiddleBrookside Middle
  • HighSarasota High