3230 E Forest Lake Dr

Sarasota, FL 34232

$1,680,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2,915 Sq. Ft.
$576 / Sq. Ft.
2,915
Sq. Ft.
$576
per Sq. Ft.

Sold 5/24/24

Sold 5/24/24

Description

Discover tranquil lakeside living on a picturesque, nearly acre-sized lot in Old Forest Lakes. Perfectly situated, this property grants easy access to downtown, beaches, shopping, dining, and the Legacy Trail. Experience a blend of classic charm and modern comfort in this beautifully updated ranch-style home, showcasing many upgrades. Enjoy breathtaking lake views from most rooms, and a tastefully updated kitchen that opens to a spacious breakfast area, doubling as your dining room or you can have...Discover tranquil lakeside living on a picturesque, nearly acre-sized lot in Old Forest Lakes. Perfectly situated, this property grants easy access to downtown, beaches, shopping, dining, and the Legacy Trail. Experience a blend of classic charm and modern comfort in this beautifully updated ranch-style home, showcasing many upgrades. Enjoy breathtaking lake views from most rooms, and a tastefully updated kitchen that opens to a spacious breakfast area, doubling as your dining room or you can have a formal dining area with built-in shelving, currently utilized as an office. The master suite addition is a sanctuary, boasting bamboo floors and a large walk-in closet. Step outside to a sprawling 1000 sq ft+ covered, screened lanai, where entertainment is made effortless with a smart wall-mount TV, an oversized saltwater pool, and a retractable electric pool shade. Storm worries are a thing of the past with a propane generator and impact windows and doors ensuring peace of mind. For added convenience, a 200 SF guest cottage built in 2015 offers extra space, while an air-conditioned 2-car garage, an oversized carport added in 2017, and separate RV parking cater to diverse vehicle needs. Work from home with ease, thanks to whole-house ultra-high-speed internet. Never worry about water quality as this home features a whole house Halo water filtration system. This home offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in the main house, and a 1-bed, 1-bath guest cottage, dogwatch fencing, this home melds elegance and convenience for an idyllic lifestyle.
  1. Listed by Matt Cannon LLC • Brokerage DRE #2010246 • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
    P: (941)-228-2030 C: (941)-228-2030 mattscannon@msn.com
  2. Listed by Jenny Cannon LLC • Brokerage DRE #2010246 • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
    P: (941)-961-3557 jennycannon@live.com

Property Details for 3230 East Forest Lake Drive

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
FOREST LAKES
Township
36S
Carport Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
View
Water
Waterfront
Yes
Water View
Lake
LISTING UPDATED: 05/24/2024 05:12 PM

Property Details for 3230 East Forest Lake Drive

StatusSold
MLS #A4577220
Days on Market230
Taxes$15,211 / year
HOA Fees$250 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.92 AC / 39,946 SF
CountySarasota County

Location

Listing Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, Matt Cannon LLC; COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, Jenny Cannon LLC

Sold By COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, Matt Cannon LLC

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Building Information for 3230 East Forest Lake Drive

Stories1Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.92 AC / 39,946 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,091 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,802

Property Taxes

$1,268

HOA Dues

$21

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Property Information for 3230 East Forest Lake Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 4455.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: From Beneva Rd, East on Webber to E Forest Lake Dr. turn South then follow to 3230 E Forest Lake Dr on West side of road
  • Elementary School: Wilkinson Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Brookside Middle
  • High School: Sarasota High
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Forest Lakes
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 3230
  • Street Direction Prefix: E
  • Street Name: Forest Lake
  • Street Suffix: DRIVE
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage Dimensions: 22x23
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Requirement: Optional
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: D
  • Tax Book Number: 7-81
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 8 BLK D FOREST LAKES UNIT 2
  • Tax Lot: 8
  • Tax Year: 2023
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: In County, Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 0061060009
  • Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
  • Water Access: Lake
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RE2
  • Living Area: 2915
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1955
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 18E
  • Public Survey Section: 34
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Public, Sprinkler Well
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Irrigation System
  • Fencing: Vinyl, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Additional Rooms: Breakfast Room Separate, Formal Dining Room Separate, Great Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Bamboo, Laminate
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 10.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Impact Glass/Storm Windows
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 3230 East Forest Lake Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 24, 2024

Sold

MFRMLS #A4577220

$1,680,000—
May 21, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533736832

$1,680,000

-3.7% / yr

Apr 4, 2024

Pending

MFRMLS #A4577220

—
Jul 21, 2023

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4577220

$1,990,000—
Aug 2, 2022

Sold

MFRMLS #A4535311

$1,800,000—
Jul 29, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1494705160

$1,800,000

+21.4% / yr

Jun 29, 2022

Pending

MFRMLS #A4535311

—
May 13, 2022

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4535311

$2,499,000—
Oct 10, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #580517744

$585,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/24/2024

Sold

MFRMLS #A4577220

$1,680,000
05/21/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533736832

$1,680,000

-3.7% / yr

04/04/2024

Pending

MFRMLS #A4577220

—
07/21/2023

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4577220

$1,990,000
08/02/2022

Sold

MFRMLS #A4535311

$1,800,000
07/29/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1494705160

$1,800,000

+21.4% / yr

06/29/2022

Pending

MFRMLS #A4535311

—
05/13/2022

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4535311

$2,499,000
10/10/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #580517744

$585,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3230 East Forest Lake Drive

Taxable ValueLand$639,400Additions$647,700Total$1,287,100
Tax Record2024$15,478 ($1,290 / month)
Home Facts
Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt2,915 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,915 SqFtStories1Lot Size39,946 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1955Year Renovated2015ZoningRE2CountySARASOTAAPN0061-06-0009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3230 East Forest Lake Drive

This home is within Sarasota.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Wilkinson Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Brookside Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Sarasota High School
Public - 9 to 12
Triad Alternative School
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wilkinson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Brookside Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sarasota High School
Public9 to 12

Triad Alternative School
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, Matt Cannon LLC; COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, Jenny Cannon LLC

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