$1,000,000

5247 Carmilfra Dr Sarasota, FL 34231

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
2,012 sqft
0.3 acres
$497 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5247 Carmilfra Dr

Only 1/2 mile to Phillippi Estate Park! Less than one mile to the Phillippi Harbor Club. Less than two miles to Siesta Key Beach. Less than 10 miles to SRQ and only 49 miles to TPA, if you have a national or international destination to reach. River Forest is a discreet neighborhood with multiple access points so you can avoid traffic when you want to and get to where you need to go. Just bring your wardrobe and your family and settle right in. This block-constructed home itself features three comfortable bedrooms, two full baths, all new luxury vinyl flooring, and an open floor plan with terrific flow and connectivity. The kitchen features luxurious Carrera marble style quartz countertops and a full quartz backsplash, all new Café appliances and a desirable two-drawer dishwasher so you only have to use as much as you need. All cabinet doors feature soft close and notice the pullout drawer pantry shelves. Notice the spacious indoor laundry room. Plenty of room to create new storage in the style you would like. Note the shaker-style panel doors throughout with new hardware. The new recessed lighting throughout. All tastefully done, and so practical too. With a nearly new roof (2022), new hurricane-rated impact windows (2024), new lighting inside and out, a reconfigured new laundry room, the addition of two enclosed garages (2025), you can be so comfortable here. The whole house was replumbed and re-piped in 2006. To the rear is a patio and room for a pool. The fully fenced backyard means your dog has somewhere to hang out in between walking you around the neighborhood or playing fetch at the park. The community of River Forest has an optional HOA, and it also features a sweet waterfront park on Phillippi Creek with a community boat day dock. Be comfortable and be happy.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,012 sqft
Lot size0.28 Acres
Year built1957
MLS #A4646768
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: A4646768
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
  • Office Phone: (941) 364-4000
  • Listing Agent: Catherine Seress

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 28, 2023
Home Sold
$300,000
Dec 28, 2023
Home Sold
$245,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$105,216$1,452
2022$102,151$1,431
2021$99,176$1,431
2020$97,807$1,417
2019$95,608$1,336
2018$93,825$1,287
2017$91,895$1,277

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Phillippi Shores Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.6 mi

4747 S Tamiami Trl

7

Gulf Gate Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.6 mi

6500 S Lockwood Ridge Rd

5

Wilkinson Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.9 mi

3400 Wilkinson Rd

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 $47,333. The majority of Sarasota, FL residents have income less than $<35k annually. 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?

40%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
1%
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
12%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • MazdaMazda
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • RockRock
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 5247 Carmilfra Dr

This home is located at 5247 Carmilfra Dr in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34231. This 2,012 square foot home, which was built in 1957, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,000,000.

While more than 33 listings in Sarasota, FL in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 73 listings sold at asking price, and more than 387 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Sarasota, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 8.2%. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 61 days, the median list price was $505,057.

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

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