$5,699

closing credit¹

525 W Lake Dr Sarasota, FL 34232

$479,900
3 beds
2 full
1,989 sqft
0.3 acres
$241 / sqft
House

Property details

About 525 W Lake Dr

Come home to beautifully appointed and light-filled lake front living in sought-after Sherwood Estates. Updated indoors and out with a welcoming landscape, fresh paint, new flooring, a new metal roof, expansive paver patio and tranquil lake views beyond, on a deep oversized lot. Featuring thoughtful attention to detail throughout, with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1,989 square feet in a central location offering convenience to downtown Sarasota, beaches, shopping, dining, parks and recreation. An open flowing floor plan features walls of windows, a stunning quartz kitchen with stainless appliances and glass tile back splash, along with beautifully renovated baths offering custom stone tile and back lit mirrors. There's plenty of space to gather with family and friends in a spacious great room and dining room boasting statement lighting and a sliding barn door to access the private bedroom spaces. A new impact-resistant sliding glass door welcomes you outdoors to exceptional entertaining areas, with a generous screened lanai, fresh epoxied outdoor patio and fenced backyard. Enjoy spectacular one level living, in a great school district, with modern appointments, refined finishes and plenty of room for a pool. Rendering For Pool Design Available Upon Request

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Size1,989 sqft
Lot size0.34 Acres
Year built1960
ParkingDriveway
MLS #A4615801
WaterfrontLake Front
ViewWater

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Summary

  • MLS Number: A4615801
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY
  • Office Phone: (941) 929-9090
  • Listing Agent: Kylie Jackson

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 23, 2013
Home Sold
$180,500
Dec 09, 1997
Home Sold
$83,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2020$214,470$2,697
2019$206,387$2,554
2018$194,887$2,394
2017$183,389$2,280

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Fruitville Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

601 Honore Ave

6

Brentwood Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

2500 Vinson Ave

4

Tuttle Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.2 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 $69,472. The most common annual income of people living in Sarasota, FL is between $35k-100k. Typical family type 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?

24%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

49%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
29%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LincolnLincoln
  • BuickBuick
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • ClassicalClassical
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 525 W Lake Dr

This home is located at 525 W Lake Dr in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34232. This 1,989 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 3, 2024 and is currently priced at $479,900.

Over 18 listings were sold over their listed price in December 2024 in Sarasota, FL. In the same period over 307 listings were sold below the listed price and 76 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Sarasota, FL increased by 8.9% between November and December 2024. While the average time on the market in December 2024 was 62 days, the median list price was $513,637.

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

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