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#A4633138, Joe Cleary, Listing office: RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
$2,195,000 List price
1538 S Orange Ave Sarasota, FL 34239
3 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,551 sqft
0.3 acres
$860 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1538 S Orange Ave
Dramatic Price Reduction – Move-In Ready Furnished Home in Harbor Acres. Don’t miss this rare opportunity in one of Sarasota’s most sought-after neighborhoods. This beautifully revitalized, single-level 3BR/4BA home offers 2,551 sq. ft. of fully furnished living space and is priced to sell. Highlights include a 750 sq. ft. primary suite addition (2016) built to Miami-Dade hurricane code, with dual walk-in closets, separate his and hers bathrooms, and premium finishes. The home features refurbished oak floors, granite countertops throughout, modern lighting and plumbing fixtures, new appliances, and a whole-house speaker and security system. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with a 426 sq. ft. screened-in porch, ideal for entertaining. Exterior upgrades include a custom water feature, paver circular driveway, dramatic landscape lighting, and a water well-fed sprinkler system. Additional Features: • New roof (2022) • Two-car solid structure carport with extra parking • No elevators or shared parking—total privacy and convenience • Beautiful mature landscaping. A perfect balance of size, style, and location—this home is truly one of a kind. Schedule your showing today!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,551 sqft
Lot size0.34 Acres
Year built1954
ParkingCovered, Guest
MLS #A4646416
FireplaceElectric, Living Room
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Electric, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Covered, Guest
- Exterior: Sliding Doors, Storage
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,195,000
- Price/SqFt: $860
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $10,752
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Landscaped, Sidewalk
- Directions: South on Orange Ave from Mound Street (US 41) to 1538, on west side of Orange.
- Year Built: 1954
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,551 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
- MLS Number: A4646416
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
- Office Phone: (941) 388-4447
- Listing Agent: Nancy MacKenzie
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 05, 2015 | Home Sold | $635,371 |
| Aug 10, 2012 | Home Sold | $575,000 |
| Sep 02, 2008 | Home Sold | $376,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $746,747 | $10,752 |
| 2022 | $692,764 | $10,065 |
| 2021 | $672,586 | $10,065 |
| 2020 | $663,300 | $10,194 |
| 2019 | $709,900 | $11,024 |
| 2018 | $724,090 | $11,284 |
| 2017 | $709,197 | $11,154 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Southside Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•1901 Webber St
5
Alta Vista Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•1050 S Euclid Ave
4
Tuttle Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.3 mi
•2863 8th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $130,859. Most Sarasota, FL residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
16%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
24%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
53%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1538 S Orange Ave
The listing price of 1538 S Orange Ave property is $2,195,000.
The property 1538 S Orange Ave is a house located in Sarasota, Florida, 34239.
Active Listing: 1538 S Orange Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1538 S Orange Ave are: Southside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Alta Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Tuttle Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Brookside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sarasota School of Arts/Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Sarasota High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sarasota Military Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Riverview High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $10,752 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 5, 2015 for $635,371 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1538 S Orange Ave has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1538 S Orange Ave is 2,551 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1538 S Orange Ave is 1954.
This home is located at 1538 S Orange Ave in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34239 in the Harbor Acres neighborhood. This 2,551 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,195,000.
While more than 23 listings in Sarasota, FL in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 51 listings sold at asking price, and more than 364 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Sarasota, FL decreased by 2% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $495,118 and the average listing age was 72 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.