#A4645178, Peter Snyder, Listing Office: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
1661 Cottonwood Trl Sarasota, FL 34232
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About 1661 Cottonwood Trl
Looking for the perfect lakefront property in Sarasota? Discover 1661 Cottenwood Trail — a beautifully maintained 3 Bed, 2 Bath pool home offering over 2,300 square feet of living space. This ranch-style home features vaulted ceilings, a cozy stone fireplace, and a bright, updated kitchen with granite counters. Step into your private backyard oasis with a screened pool, spacious lanai, and peaceful lake views. Just 15 minutes from downtown Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch Waterside, and only 9 miles from the airport, this lakefront pool home offers unbeatable access to everything you love about Florida living. Located in a community with two pools and tennis courts, it's the perfect blend of lifestyle and location.
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- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Family Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Waterfront: Lake Front
- Exterior: Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
- Heating: Electric
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $695,000
- Price/SqFt: $299
- HOA Amount: $172
- HOA Frequency: Quarterly
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,911
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Bahia Vista & McIntosh, head south on McIntosh to 2nd entrance to The Lakes. Follow Oak View Drive to Cottonwood Dr and make a right. House will be on your left.
- Year Built: 1986
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,323 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.47 Acres
- MLS Number: A4651161
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: KAUFMAN REALTY & AUCTIONS
- Office Phone: (330) 231-4211
- Listing Agent: Mike Sommers
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Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
May 04, 2004 | Home Sold | $379,000 |
Mar 01, 2001 | Home Sold | $235,000 |
Jul 29, 1998 | Home Sold | $225,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $610,400 | $6,911 |
2022 | $562,300 | $6,389 |
2021 | $383,900 | $6,389 |
2020 | $389,200 | $5,193 |
2019 | $362,560 | $5,270 |
2018 | $329,600 | $4,536 |
2017 | $336,900 | $4,682 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Brentwood Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•2500 Vinson Ave
6
Fruitville Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.5 mi
•601 Honore Ave
5
Wilkinson Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.2 mi
•3400 Wilkinson Rd
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 $64,423. Most Sarasota, FL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 1661 Cottonwood Trl
The listing price of 1661 Cottonwood Trl property is $695,000.
The property 1661 Cottonwood Trl is a house located in Sarasota, Florida, 34232.
Active Listing: 1661 Cottonwood Trl is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1661 Cottonwood Trl are: Brentwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Fruitville Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Wilkinson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), McIntosh Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota Academy of the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Triad (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Suncoast Polytechnical High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Sarasota High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $6,911 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 4, 2004 for $379,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1661 Cottonwood Trl has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1661 Cottonwood Trl is 2,323 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1661 Cottonwood Trl is 1986.
This home is located at 1661 Cottonwood Trl in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34232. This 2,323 square foot home, which was built in 1986, sits on a 0.47 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $695,000.
In April 2025 more than 35 listings in Sarasota, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 77 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 421 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Sarasota, FL increased by 1.6% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $500,494 and the average listing age was 69 days.