$725,000
280 W Cowles Street Englewood, FL 34223
For Sale MLS# A4695852
3 beds 3 baths 3,016 sq ft Single Family
Details for 280 W Cowles Street
MLS# A4695852
Description for 280 W Cowles Street, Englewood, FL, 34223
Discover a truly one-of-a-kind custom-built estate on a rare half-acre corner lot in the heart of Englewood. Designed and constructed by its original owner, this home combines timeless architecture, rustic charm, and exceptional functionality. The exterior is highlighted by a stunning original red metal roof that extends across both the main home and the adjacent workshop. Inside, beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the living areas and bedrooms, while tile flooring accents the bathrooms and laundry room. Offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and over 3,000 square feet of living space, the home features a spacious great room with a striking two-sided elevated gas fireplace shared between the living room and kitchen. The kitchen showcases beadboard maple cabinetry, porcelain tile countertops, a center island, and a pass-through window to the expansive screened lanai. Outdoor living with a 600-square-foot screened porch complete with a built-in bar, gas grill, refrigerator, sink, and fire pit—perfect for entertaining while enjoying Gulf breezes. The spacious half-acre property also offers room for a pool, boat storage, and RV parking. The flexible second floor includes a bedroom, full bath, loft-style living area plumbed for a kitchenette or wet bar, bonus room, and a private sun deck, offering endless possibilities for guests, hobbies, or additional living space. Built for peace of mind with hurricane-impact windows and garage doors, a whole-house generator, 500-gallon propane tank, city water and sewer, and a deep well. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the massive 42' x 30' workshop/garage with room for multiple vehicles, high ceilings, additional storage, and abundant covered parking. Located in a low-traffic neighborhood where golf carts are welcome, you'll be just minutes from historic Dearborn Street, Lemon Bay, boat ramps, beaches, parks, shopping, dining, and community events. This exceptional property offers a rare combination of acreage, character, workspace, and Florida lifestyle living.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Lot Size: 0.50 Acres
Square Feet: 3,016 sq ft
Year Built: 2006
Garage: Yes
Stories: 2 Story
Construction: Stucco
Construction Display: New Construction
Subdivision: Englewood Sub Of Grove Lt 90
Foundation: Slab
County: Sarasota
Construction Status: New Construction
School Information
Elementary: Englewood Elementary
Middle: L.A. Ainger Middle
High: Wellen Park High
Room Information
Main Floor
Dining Room: 22x13
Kitchen: 15x13
Porch: 41x13
Laundry: 14x8
Bathroom 2: 11x5
Bedroom 2: 13x14
Primary Bathroom: 9x11
Primary Bedroom: 16x16
Living Room: 23x18
Upper Floor
Bedroom 3: 15x14
Porch: 36x20
Bonus Room: 20x26
Bathroom 3: 5x10
Family Room: 15x14
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 3
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Laundry Room
Interior Features
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave
Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Wood
Doors/Windows: Window Treatments
Fireplaces: Ventless, Gas
Additional Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Stone Counters, Main Level Primary, Window Treatments
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Description: Oversized, Circular Driveway
Roof: Metal
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Outdoor Grill, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screened, Patio, Side Porch, Corner Lot, Landscaped
Driving Directions
From Inidana Ave (776), turn onto W Dearborn St, left onto S McCall Rd, right onto W Cowles St. House is on corner of W Cowles and S Mango St.
Financial Considerations
Terms: Cash,Conventional
Tax/Property ID: 0503070011
Tax Amount: 3696.11
Tax Year: 2025
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 280 W Cowles Street
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