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138 Pearl Ave, Sarasota, FL, 34243

$394/sqft·Whitfield Estates Blks 14-23 & 26

2 bd2 ba1,371 sqft1 car garageSingle Family
Listed by PREFERRED SHORE LLC· Last updated · MLS# A4691706

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Est. monthly payment
$3,523/mo
Down payment (20%)
$108,000
Property taxes
$437/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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At a glance

Single family
Built 1954
1 car garage
0.29 acres
Lot size
1,371 sqft
Living area

About this home

Ceiling Fans(s)High CeilingsOpen FloorplanPrimary Bedroom Main FloorSolid Surface CountersThermostatWindow TreatmentsLighting

138 Pearl Ave is a 1954-built home in Whitfield Estates Blks 14-23 & 26, Sarasota. Inside you'll find 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,371 square feet of living space. Listed at $540,000 (about $394/sqft), 133 days on market. Flood zone AE - confirm flood insurance requirements with your lender.

From the listing

Welcome to this charming mid-century Florida rancher nestled in the sought-after waterfront neighborhood of Whitfield Estates — one of Sarasota's most beloved and established communities. Set on a generous 0.29-acre corner lot, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,371 square feet of comfortable living space with genuine Florida character and serious income-producing potential. Whether you're searching for a personal retreat or a turnkey investment, this home delivers. Currently active on Airbnb and generating approximately $180 per night, it has already proven itself as a strong short-term rental performer — making it an exceptional opportunity for investors looking to capitalize on Sarasota's thriving tourism market. Inside, you'll find renovated bathrooms that bring a fresh, modern touch to the home's classic bones. The layout is bright and functional, with a warm, welcoming feel that guests and homeowners alike will appreciate. Step outside and enjoy everything that comes with life in Whitfield Estates — a peaceful, established neighborhood with a true sense of community, no HOA, and easy access to the very best of Sarasota. World-renowned Siesta Key Beach, the cultural richness of downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle shopping, and the Ringling Museum are all just minutes away. No HOA. Corner lot. Proven rental income. And all the Florida sunshine you could ask for. Offered at $570,000.

The essentials

Built
1954
Price / sqft
$394
On market
137 days
Annual tax
$5,242
Flood zone
AE
Lot
12,837 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

Location

138 Pearl Ave
Sarasota, FL, 34243·34243 - Sarasota
Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1954
Lot
12,837 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Electric
Parking
-
Days on Market
137
Ceiling Fans(s)
High Ceilings
Open Floorplan
Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Solid Surface Counters
Thermostat
Window Treatments
Lighting
Outdoor Shower
Sidewalk
Storage
Street Lights
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Electric Water Heater
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Washer

Elementary

Florine J. Abel Elementary

Middle

Electa Arcotte Lee Magnet

High

Bayshore High

Districts can re-zone, so verify directly with the district before relying on these.

Flood Zone AE

Annual Tax (2024)

$5,242

Parcel #

6692500009

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision

Whitfield Estates Blks 14-23 & 26

County

Manatee

MLS Area

34243 - Sarasota

Lot Size

12,837 sqft

Corner Lot
Date
Event
Price
9/10/2026
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #A4691706
$540,000-2.7%
$394/sqft
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #A4691706
$555,000-2.6%
$405/sqft
4/30/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #A4691706
$570,000
$416/sqft
Est. monthly payment$3,523/mo
Principal & interest$2,816
Property taxes$437
Insurance$270
Down payment20% · $108,000
Interest rate6.80%
Loan term

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List price: $540,000
$530,000 – $540,000
97.8% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
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63 of the last 125 home closings in 34243 landed at this number or higher (50%). The median one sat 34 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 137 after a $30,000 cut.

Sample: 125 closed home sales in 34243 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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