3970 Berlin Drive

Sarasota, FL 34233

$2,085,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
4
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
5,302 Sq. Ft.
$393 / Sq. Ft.
5,302
Sq. Ft.
$393
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Approached by an expansive block paved driveway with parking for 20 plus vehicles. Ten, 260 year old antique British bollards (originally Napoleonic cannons) lead you to this well-proportioned family home with a separate luxury mother in law apartment. This estate style home sits on a private and expansive 1.3 acre lot with screened patio and large pool area for total privacy. Beyond are gardens with beautiful Oak, Pine and Avocado trees which bare fruit annually. Upon entering the property, the...Approached by an expansive block paved driveway with parking for 20 plus vehicles. Ten, 260 year old antique British bollards (originally Napoleonic cannons) lead you to this well-proportioned family home with a separate luxury mother in law apartment. This estate style home sits on a private and expansive 1.3 acre lot with screened patio and large pool area for total privacy. Beyond are gardens with beautiful Oak, Pine and Avocado trees which bare fruit annually. Upon entering the property, the grand entrance hall offers Carrara Marble floors and a stunning chandelier on Jeanie Lift for easy cleaning. The exceptional flowing floor plan leads you to the Chef’s eat in kitchen with well appointed integrated professional appliances including full gas range and center island with a radiant blue semi precious counter top. Adjoining this via the custom elliptical arch is a large family room with grand brick fireplace with LP gas. Extensive bookshelves, custom paneling that leads you access to an English style courtyard with hand carved stone paving slabs and ornamental railings. The ground floor also boasts a large bright formal living room and dining room with impressive elliptical arches and ceiling features. A guest powder room, den and large utility room/mud room complete with fitted pantry and housekeeper’s desk area. Pool shower room leads to the 900 sqft Summer Room with a professional outdoor kitchen, fireplace and dining & entertaining space. Encapsulated by electrical screens and extensive landscaping. The first floor comprises the large 27’ by 14’ principal bedroom suite. The first floor also includes two further bedrooms, one of which was used as a kids tv room and a second fully appointed bathroom. There is also a second staircase with easy access to the family room. Bedrooms enjoy stunning views over the gardens. Outside the beautiful screened pool area is designed with low maintenance in mind with artificial turf and mature shrubs and palms. The large swimming pool enjoys all day sunshine. To the front is the huge circular driveway a 35’ commercial flagpole with lighting. The 3 car garage is complemented with an attached gym with a powder room. Staircase access to the one bedroom well appointed guest house with tray ceilings, a beautiful kitchen and bathroom with instant hot water and roll top bath with claw feet, shower and double vanities. This home was totally remodeled in 2017 and taken back to studwork. Also during this remodel new plumbing and drainage was installed, together with new electric, Dade County hurricane windows, doors, spray foam insulation encapsulate both structures, house is wired for smart home, security cameras and security system. Topped off with new roof’s in 2020. There are also plans for an additional 10 car garage available to the buyer, along with possible creative financing.

Property Details for 3970 Berlin Drive

Subdivision Name
OAK RIDGE
Township
37S
Garage Spaces
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 08/02/2024 08:28 PM

Property Details for 3970 Berlin Drive

StatusSold
MLS #O6217233
Days on Market23
Taxes$9,091 / year
HOA Fees$545 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1972
Lot Size1.12 AC / 48,985 SF
CountySarasota County

Building Information for 3970 Berlin Drive

Stories2Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size1.12 AC / 48,985 SF

Property Information for 3970 Berlin Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 6153.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: From I-75 head west on Clark Road (SR 72) for 2 miles and turn right (north) on Sawyer Road. Berlin Drive is on the right in a small enclave called Oakridge.
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Limited Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Oak Ridge
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 3970
  • Street Name: BERLIN
  • Street Suffix: DRIVE
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
  • Common Association Water Features: Lake
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Available For Lease: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 25x36
  • Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: Oak Ridge Homeowners Association
  • Association Phone: 941-356-1012
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Book Number: 29-12
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 13 OAK RIDGE 10-37-18-16-00/13
  • Tax Lot: 13
  • Tax Year: 2023
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 0089060030
  • Total Acreage: 1 to less than 2
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RSF2
  • Living Area: 5302
  • ILS Under Air SQFT: 1023.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1972
  • Flood Zone Code: Z
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 18E
  • Public Survey Section: 10
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Well, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Balcony, Courtyard, French Doors, Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: Two
  • Pool Dimensions: 32x14
  • Pool Features: Child Safety Fence, Gunite, In Ground, Outside Bath Access, Screen Enclosure
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s), Zoned
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Outside
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Marble, Wood
  • Heating: None
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Smart Home, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 3.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions 1: 14x27
  • Room Length 1: 27.0
  • Room Level 1: First
  • Room Type 1: Living Room
  • Room Width 1: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions 2: 14x26
  • Room Length 2: 26.0
  • Room Level 2: First
  • Room Type 2: Kitchen
  • Room Width 2: 14.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions 3: 14x27
  • Room Length 3: 27.0
  • Room Level 3: Second
  • Room Type 3: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width 3: 14.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 3970 Berlin Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 3970 Berlin Drive

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$9,091 ($758 / month)
Home Facts
Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt2,420 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,420 SqFtStories2Lot Size48,985 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1972Year Renovated2012ZoningRSF2CountySARASOTAAPN0089-06-0030Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3970 Berlin Drive

This home is within Sarasota.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wilkinson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Sarasota Middle School
Public6 to 8

Riverview High School
Public9 to 12

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