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301 Central Ave
Sarasota, FL 34236
Retail Property For Sale

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INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Landmark retail location in downtown Sarasota - For Sale or Lease
  • Existing showroom, offices, and storage areas for immediate use
  • Redevelopment potential for retail, office, or mixed-use projects
  • Surrounded by vibrant arts, dining, and residential communities

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Position your investment in the heart of downtown Sarasota with this landmark retail property at the signalized intersection of Fruitville Road and Central Avenue. Formerly home to BlueLine, this 9,636 SF building offers unmatched visibility and walkability in one of Florida’s most dynamic urban markets. Zoned DTE (Downtown Edge) with the Rosemary Residential Overlay District in place, the site provides extraordinary flexibility for redevelopment or adaptive reuse, including residential density up to 100 units per acre, office, retail, personal services, and even conditional nightlife uses.
The property’s existing configuration includes a spacious showroom, private offices, meeting rooms, and garage/storage space on the first floor, complemented by additional administrative offices on the partial second floor. Its prime location places you steps from Sarasota’s vibrant arts district, acclaimed dining, and boutique retail, with convenient access to major thoroughfares and regional destinations. Offered at $3,000,000, this asset represents a rare opportunity to secure a high-profile corner in a thriving downtown corridor with strong demographics and sustained growth.

PROPERTY FACTS

Sale Type
Owner User
Property Type
Retail
Property Subtype
Freestanding
Building Size
9,636 SF
Building Class
C
Year Built
1954
Price
$3,000,000
Price Per SF
$311.33
Tenancy
Single
Building Height
1 Story
Building FAR
1.01
Lot Size
0.22 AC
Zoning
DTE - DOWNTOWN EDGE - City of Sarasota
Parking
5 Spaces (0.52 Spaces per 1,000 SF Leased)

PROPERTY TAXES

PROPERTY TAXES

Parcel Number
2026-13-0011
Land Assessment
$0
Improvements Assessment
$0
Total Assessment
$1,053,421
  • Listing ID: 38748662

  • Date on Market: 12/11/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 301 Central Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

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