$2,195,000

1538 S Orange Ave Sarasota, FL 34239

$10,000
Closing credit¹
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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1538 S Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239 - ranch-style home featuring french doors, decorative driveway, and a front lawn

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1538 S Orange Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 05, 2015
Home Sold
$635,371
Aug 10, 2012
Home Sold
$575,000
Sep 02, 2008
Home Sold
$376,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $130,859. Most Sarasota, FL residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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 TennisMen's Tennis
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • ClassicalClassical
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.

In May 2025 more than 28 listings in Sarasota, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 69 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 365 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Sarasota, FL real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 1%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 62 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $496,832.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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