708 Garfield Dr
Virtually Staged. Live the Lido Beach Lifestyle! If you love the beach but can't give up City Life, this could be your perfect home—or your next investment due to the flexible one-week rental policy! Just 800 steps from Lido Beach on the Gulf of Mexico, surrounded by mega million dollar houses, this light and bright 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home offers the perfect blend of coastal living, space, and opportunity. A single level home features an updated kitchen and bathrooms, plus the flexibility of two primary bedrooms. Set on a generous 0.287-acre lot, the property features Florida-friendly landscaping and an oversized detached garage. Plans had already been drawn for a potential apartment conversion over the garage, offering exciting possibilities for additional living space for family, guests, or income. Enjoy the best of Sarasota just moments away, including the shops, restaurants, and vibrant atmosphere of St. Armands Circle. Whether you’re looking for a place to live, relax, and enjoy the beach, or an investment property with a liberal one-week minimum rental policy, this home offers an exceptional opportunity in one of Sarasota’s most desirable coastal locations.
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Southside Elementary School
Assigned school for this home
Sarasota High School
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Phillippi Shores Elementary School
Sarasota School Of Arts/Sciences
Suncoast School For Innovative Studies
Ese Special Programs
Dreamers Academy
Sarasota Virtual Instruction (Course Offerings)
School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000 |
Listed by Midge McCarthy · RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP · 9419545454
Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Stellar MLS. All rights reserved.
Last Updated: September 12, 2026 at 7:27 PM | Source: Stellar MLS | MLS#: A4702849
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