251 SOUTHWINDS DRIVE, Sarasota, Sarasota, Residential

251 SOUTHWINDS DRIVE

MLS# A470329754 days on marketUpdated October 11, 2026 7:05 pm

$ 221 / sqft

$ 137,900

Overview

UpdatedOctober 11, 2026 7:05 pm
MLS #A4703297
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1
Size624 ft²
Year Built1963

Description

AFFORDABLE SARASOTA LIVING JUST MINUTES FROM SIESTA KEY! Opportunities like this are hard to find! Located in desirable South Winds Mobile Home Park, this well-maintained home offers an incredibly affordable lifestyle with monthly fees of only $195.

Enjoy the best of Sarasota living in this friendly 55+ community, just minutes from world-renowned Siesta Key Beach! This home has been lovingly maintained and is ready for immediate occupancy. The comfortable interior features an open living and dining area along with a nicely arranged kitchen.

Even better, the outdoor living space is exceptional! A newer carport and screened lanai have been added (2 nice sized lanai's ... 1 on each side!) providing additional space to relax and enjoy the Florida lifestyle.

This area also includes a convenient storage room for a washer and dryer. On the opposite side is an additional covered lanai, giving you even more space for outdoor living, entertaining, or simply enjoying our beautiful Florida weather. Important improvements include an air-conditioning system installed in 2020 and re-piping completed in 2022.

A termite warranty/contract will also transfer to the new owner at closing. Tucked toward the back of the community on one of its quieter streets with minimal through traffic, this home offers a peaceful setting while keeping you remarkably close to everything in Sarasota. South Winds offers a beautiful, heated community pool, shuffleboard, horseshoes, pickleball, a putting green, library, recreation hall, social activities, friendly neighbors and superb on-site management!

Hop on your bike or scooter and head towards Siesta Key, or take a quick drive and have your toes in the sand in approximately five minutes! Cultural downtown Sarasota is approximately 15 minutes away, offering outstanding restaurants, shopping, theaters, opera, galleries and entertainment. Affordable fees, a fantastic location and the Siesta Key lifestyle - this one is a gem!

Furniture is negotiable. Being sold As-Is with Right to Inspect. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own in one of Sarasota's affordable 55+ co-op communities but don't wait ... this one won't last long.

H-U-R-R-Y!

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Interior

  • AppliancesDishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full1
  • Bathrooms Half0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer1
  • Bedrooms Total2
  • CoolingCentral Air
  • CoolingYes
  • FlooringLaminate
  • FurnishedNegotiable
  • HeatingCentral, Electric
  • HeatingYes
  • Interior FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat
  • Laundry FeaturesNone
  • LevelsOne
  • Living Area624
  • Living Area SourcePublic Records
  • Living Area UnitsSquare Feet
  • Rooms Total4
  • Window FeaturesBlinds

Exterior

  • Carport Spaces1
  • CarportYes
  • Covered Spaces1
  • Direction FacesSoutheast
  • Exterior FeaturesStorage
  • Lot FeaturesIn County, Landscaped, Level, Near Public Transit
  • Lot Size Acres0
  • Lot Size Area3,325
  • Lot Size Dimensions51 x 68 x 54 x 73
  • Lot Size Square Feet3,325
  • Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
  • Open ParkingYes
  • Other StructuresStorage
  • Parking FeaturesCovered, Driveway, Ground Level, Guest
  • Patio And Porch FeaturesCovered, Other, Screened, Side Porch
  • Road Frontage TypeStreet Paved
  • Road Surface TypePaved, Asphalt
  • RoofOther

Structure

  • Architectural StyleFlorida
  • Body TypeSingle Wide
  • Building Area Total1,164
  • Construction MaterialsMetal Frame
  • Foundation DetailsOther
  • Property ConditionCompleted
  • Stories Total1
  • Year Built1963

Utilities

  • SewerPublic Sewer
  • UtilitiesCable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water SourcePublic

Financial

  • Association AmenitiesBasketball Court, Cable TV, Maintenance, Other, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee195
  • Association Fee FrequencyMonthly
  • Association Fee IncludesCable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
  • AssociationYes
  • Parcel Number0103111251
  • Pets AllowedCats OK, Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount864
  • Tax Book Number2308-110
  • Tax Legal DescriptionLOT 251 SOUTH WINDS MOBILE HOME PARK CO-OP
  • Tax Lot251
  • Tax Year2025
  • ZoningRMH

Schools

  • Elementary SchoolPhillippi Shores Elementary
  • High SchoolRiverview High
  • Middle Or Junior SchoolBrookside Middle

Location

  • Community FeaturesClubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • CountryUnited States
  • County Or ParishSarasota
  • DirectionsFrom intersection of Stickney Point Road and US 41, proceed North to the next stoplight. Turn right into Southwinds Mobile Home Park. Proceed to the back of the park (follow Southwinds Drive to 251). Addtl. parking on grass across from this mobile home. Do not park on the street please.
  • Latitude27
  • Longitude-83
  • MLS Area Major34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
  • Postal Code34231
  • Postal Code Plus44060
  • Senior CommunityYes
  • Street NameSOUTHWINDS
  • Street Number251
  • Street Number Numeric251
  • Street SuffixDRIVE
  • Subdivision NameSOUTH WINDS MHP CO-OP
  • Unparsed Address251 SOUTHWINDS DRIVE

Listing Info

  • Co-List Agent Full NameDavid Hering
  • Co-List Agent MLS ID281530253
  • Co-List Office MLS ID281526036
  • Co-List Office NameDEBBIE HERING REALTY & ASSOC.
  • Contract Status Change DateAugust 18, 2026
  • Cumulative Days On Market299
  • Days On Market54
  • Internet Automated Valuation DisplayYes
  • Internet Consumer CommentYes
  • Lease ConsideredYes
  • List AORSarasota - Manatee
  • List Agent AORSarasota - Manatee
  • List Agent Emaildebhering@verizon.net
  • List Agent Full NameDebbie Hering
  • List Agent Key70c3e0a5c9440c5079b419146e8e6305
  • List Agent MLS ID281501549
  • List Agent Preferred Phone941-320-1070
  • List Office Keyffe96f110cafe3a2b8857c393457fa32
  • List Office MLS ID281526036
  • List Office NameDEBBIE HERING REALTY & ASSOC.
  • List Office Phone941-320-1070
  • List Price137,900
  • Listing Contract DateAugust 17, 2026
  • Listing IDA4703297
  • Listing Key15234fecce07cd8ae099336d375de2b2
  • Listing TermsCash
  • MLS StatusActive
  • Modification TimestampOctober 11, 2026
  • On Market DateAugust 18, 2026
  • Original Entry TimestampAugust 18, 2026
  • Original List Price137,900
  • Originating System Keystellar
  • Originating System NameStellar MLS
  • OwnershipCo-op
  • Photos Change TimestampSeptember 12, 2026
  • Photos Count44
  • Source System Key803074142
  • Special Listing ConditionsNone
  • Status Change TimestampAugust 18, 2026

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Agent MLS ID281501549
Office MLS ID281526036

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