Welcome to this well-loved 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in desirable Vamo—where classic Florida charm meets move-in-ready updates. Gorgeous Eastern European oak hardwood floors run throughout the living spaces, adding warmth and timeless character. The living room features a working fireplace—perfect for those rare cool Florida nights. The private backyard oasis includes a sparkling pool—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying countless beautiful sunsets.
Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof and impact windows. Bright, airy rooms and thoughtful finishes make this home effortless to enjoy year-round.
This location truly lives like a destination. Enjoy multiple waterfront restaurants, convenient grocery stores, neighborhood cafés, dog parks, YMCAs, and county facilities—everything you need for active, social, and convenient living is close by. Minutes from two kayak put-ins on Little Sarasota Bay, the area offers easy access to outdoor recreation and waterfront dining. And no HOA.
Prime coastal access and drives to nearby favorites: 9.5 miles to downtown Sarasota, 6 miles to Siesta Key Beach, 11.5 miles to St. Armands Circle, and 10 miles to Venice Beach.
Schedule your private showing today and discover why 1893 Rita Street is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle destination.
| Price | $480,000 | |
| Bedrooms | 3 | |
| Full Baths | 2 | |
| Half Baths | 0 | |
| Total Baths | 2 | |
| Property Style | Traditional | |
| Lot Size | 74′ x 153′ | |
| Lot Size Area | 11464 | |
| Lot Size Area Units | Square Feet | |
| Acres | 0.26 | |
| Property Type | Residential | |
| Sub type | Single Family Residence | |
| MLS Sub type | Single Family Residence | |
| Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments | |
| Exterior Features | Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Sliding Doors | |
| Year Built | 1974 | |
| Subdivision | MEAD HELEN D | |
| View | Garden, Pool | |
| Roof | Shingle | |
| Heating | Central, Electric | |
| Foundation | Slab | |
| Lot Description | In County, Level | |
| Laundry Features | In Garage | |
| Pool features | Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Screen Enclosure | |
| Garage spaces | 2 | |
| Directions | From Sarasota Square Mall at the intersection of Tamiami Tr and Beneva Rd head south on Beneva Rd and cross Tamami Trail. Beneva Rd becomes Vamo Rd. Take Vamo Rd to Rita St and turn left. 1893 Rita will be on your left. | |
| County | Sarasota | |
| Latitude | 27.220361 | |
| Longitude | -82.493707 | |
| Market Area | 34231 – Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch | |
| Address | 1893 RITA STREET, SARASOTA, FL 34231 | |
| Postal Code | 34231 | |
| City | SARASOTA | |
| State | FL | |
| Country | United States | |
| Listing Office | EXP REALTY LLC | |
| Listing Office Phone | 888-883-8509 | |
| Listing Agent | Karen Sweat | |
| Listing Agent Phone | 941-323-6707 | |
| Special listing conditions | None | |
| Ownership | Fee Simple | |
| Terms | Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan | |
| Virtual Tour URL | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/A4678772 | |
| Elementary School | Gulf Gate Elementary | |
| Middle School | Brookside Middle | |
| High School | Riverview High | |
| Days on market | 25 | |
| MLS Status | Active | |
| Listing Date | Jan 28, 2026 | |
| Listing Last Modified | Feb 22, 2026 | |
| Tax ID | 0132120097 | |
| Tax Year | 2025 | |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2091 | |
| MLS Area | 34231 – Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch | |
| MLS # | A4678772 | |
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