2 Beds
3 Baths
1,721 SqFt
2 Beds
3 Baths
1,721 SqFt
Open House
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Key Details
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type Townhouse
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,721 sqft
Price per Sqft $551
Subdivision Plat Of Sarasota Exhibit
MLS Listing ID A4711644
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Fees $950/mo
HOA Y/N Yes
Annual Recurring Fee 11400.0
Year Built 2000
Annual Tax Amount $10,943
Lot Size 1,306 Sqft
Acres 0.03
Property Sub-Type Townhouse
Source Stellar MLS
Property Description
Imagine morning coffee in your private brick-paved courtyard before strolling to the Saturday Farmers Market, Whole Foods, Starbucks, or a favorite neighborhood café. Explore boutiques and galleries, catch a performance at the Opera House or Florida Studio Theatre, or head toward Sarasota Bay for a sunset walk. Restaurants, culture, entertainment, and everyday conveniences aren't places you have to drive to. They're part of your neighborhood. And when you're ready to unwind, you return to the comfort of your own private retreat.
Inside, 1,721 square feet lives more like a home than a typical condominium. Soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and oversized south-facing windows flood the main living areas with natural light. A gas fireplace adds warmth and character, while the thoughtfully defined living and dining spaces create an inviting setting for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and views of the courtyard, connecting indoor comfort with outdoor charm.
Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms each have their own en-suite bathroom, providing privacy for owners and guests. The primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, spacious walk-in closet, and Juliet balcony overlooking the city. The guest bedroom includes a charming office nook, ideal for remote work, or a dedicated space of your own. A separate elevated brick terrace offers another outdoor escape, perfect for reading, container gardening, or relaxing beneath the evening sky. Two distinct outdoor spaces make this residence feel especially livable.
Practical advantages are just as compelling. An attached private garage lets you park directly at home, while a second deeded, covered parking space, available to only four Library Mews residences, offers rare flexibility downtown. Keep a second vehicle, welcome visiting family, or simply enjoy the convenience. Timeless finishes, a new water heater, impact-rated second-level windows and doors, and recent community improvements including roof and skylight replacement, exterior painting, new awnings, and lighting add to the appeal. Association-maintained exteriors and grounds mean less upkeep and more time to enjoy Sarasota.
There's a longer-term advantage as well. Low-density townhome enclaves like Library Mews are increasingly difficult to recreate in a downtown market where new construction tends toward larger, higher-density buildings. That scarcity, combined with a walkable address and the privacy of a home, creates a distinctive ownership opportunity with potential for long-term appreciation. A 30-day minimum lease period also allows flexibility for monthly, seasonal, or annual income opportunities, subject to association requirements. Enjoy it yourself, make it a seasonal getaway, or explore its potential as an income-producing asset.
Whether downsizing, relocating, seeking a lock-and-leave seasonal retreat, or considering a downtown investment, you don't have to choose between convenience and the feeling of home. At Library Mews, you can have both.
Location
State FL
County Sarasota
Community Plat Of Sarasota Exhibit
Area 34236 - Sarasota
Zoning DTC
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Type Gas, Living Room
Furnishings Negotiable
Fireplace true
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Inside, Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Awning(s), Courtyard, Hurricane Shutters, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
Parking Features Assigned, Covered, Deeded, Garage Faces Rear, Ground Level, Guest
Garage Spaces 1.0
Community Features Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Gated Community - No Guard, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Utilities Available BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Fire Hydrant, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
View Y/N No
Water Access No
View City, Park/Greenbelt
Roof Type Tile
Porch Patio, Porch
Attached Garage true
Exposure South
Garage true
Private Pool No
Building
Entry Level Two
Foundation Slab
Lot Size Range 0 to less than 1/4
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Mediterranean
Level or Stories Two
Structure Type Block,Stucco,Frame
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Southside Elementary
Middle Schools Brookside Middle
High Schools Sarasota High
Others
Pets Allowed Yes
HOA Fee Include Insurance,Maintenance Structure,Maintenance Grounds,Maintenance,Management
Senior Community No
Ownership Fee Simple
Monthly Total Fees $950
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Membership Fee Required Required
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Condition None
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