1275 42nd street

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Fully Furnished Sarasota Home with Short-Term Rental Potential – Just Minutes from Beaches, Shopping & Nightlife! Whether you're looking for a primary residence, seasonal getaway, or income-producing investment property, this move-in-ready Sarasota home checks all the boxes. Offered completely furnished, this property is located within the City of Sarasota, allowing 7-day minimum rentals, creating an excellent opportunity for short-term rental income. This meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 2-car garage home features a desirable split-bedroom floor plan and a spacious open-concept great room designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen area is complemented by a generous 5x7 storage closet and convenient indoor laundry space, offering both functionality and flexibility. Step outside to the large, screened lanai, the perfect place to relax, dine outdoors, or enjoy Florida's year-round sunshine without the pests. An air-conditioned workshop/storage shed provides valuable additional space for hobbies, projects, or extra storage. Recent updates and notable features include new plank flooring in the bedrooms (2025), fresh interior paint (2025), new blackout blinds, hurricane-rated windows and doors, AC serviced in 2025, hot water heater (2019), and a roof replaced in 2014. The home also offers an expanded driveway, attractive low-maintenance landscaping, and added peace of mind with an exterior generator hookup and a Gemma's GM I 2000ED dual-fuel generator (gas/propane) that conveys with the property. Ideally located near Sarasota's world-famous beaches, shopping, dining, entertainment, and nightlife, as well as Ringling College of Art and Design and New College of Florida, this property offers the perfect combination of convenience, lifestyle, and investment potential. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a fully furnished Sarasota home with flexible rental possibilities in a prime location!