1707 5th St., Sarasota, FL 34236

Gillespie Park is a unique, front-porch community graced with both historic homes and new construction. It is the only downtown neighborhood with a ten-acre park that includes a tennis court, a scenic pond and gorgeous trees. Living in this neighborhood easily allows for enjoyable walks to downtown Sarasota- so whether you're strolling to the farmers market on a Saturday morning, enjoying an evening at a world-class restaurant or admiring the sunset sky over the Bayfront, the best of this city is right at your door step. The neighborhood zoning, DTN Live/Work was put in place in 2006 and allows for a three-story home and a 600sqft mother-in-law suite. There are two cottages that exist on this corner 8600 sqft lot. Many possibilities are available; remove the existing homes and build a home with an accessory dwelling. Subdivide the lot into two lots. Remodel the existing structure.