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3831 E Forest Lake Drive

SARASOTA, FL 34232

5 beds
3 baths
2,917 sqft
~3/4 acre lot
$205 per sqft
1954 build
– on site

Being sold for lot value only! Your chance to own 0.76 acres in the highly-sought after community of Old Forest Lakes has arrived. West of I-75 and located in the heart of Sarasota, this property sits waiting for your personal touch. This huge lot gives you plenty of space to add a pool/spa and create a backyard oasis suited to your liking. There is ample space for all the boat and R/V toys and a fenced area to store them in. With 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, there is enough room for everyone to have their own space. This house has the potential to have both a double master, AND an additional in-law suite. You can also use the bonus space for storage, an office, or extra living space. Expand on what's already there and complete the renovations needed, or start fresh and build your own custom dream home. Less than 5 miles from one of the top ranked beaches in the country, Siesta Key. Additionally, the legacy trail in only minutes away. Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands, other area beaches, and all the major shopping and restaurant hubs in Sarasota are also only a short drive away. Don't miss this opportunity to own this gem of a property in the beautiful Old Forest Lakes community.

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / COMPASS FLORIDA LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Oct 20, 2024 •

MLS# A4577807 —

The Building

Year Built:

1954
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Florida
Construction Materials:

Block
Building Elevator:

false
Levels:

One
Stories Total:

1
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Window Features:

Drapes
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered
Security Features:

Security System
Building Area Total:

4363
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Furnished:

Unfurnished
Flooring:

Carpet
Additional Rooms:

Bonus Room
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2917
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Appraiser

Location

Directions:

Take I-75 to Bee Ridge Road and travel west. Turn right (north) onto Forest Lakes Drive. House in on the corner of Forest Lakes Drive and E. Forest Lakes Drive
Latitude:

27.299557
Longitude:

-82.491811
Coordinates:

-82.491811, 27.299557

The Property

Parcel Number:

0061140014
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Condition:

Fixer
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Corner Lot
Lot Size Acres:

0.76
Lot Size Area:

33294
Lot Size SqFt:

33294
Lot Size Dimensions:

190 x 175
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

1/2 to less than 1
Zoning:

RE2
Direction Faces:

North
View:

false
Exterior Features:

Private Mailbox
Fencing:

Vinyl
Vegetation:

Trees/Landscaped
Water Source:

Public
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Street Paved
Flood Zone Code:

X
Flood Zone Panel:

12115C0161F
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

false
Lease Restrictions:

true
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2022
Tax Lot:

3
Tax Block:

A
Tax Legal Description:

LOT 3 BLK A FOREST LAKES UNIT 1
Tax Book Number:

7-66
Tax Annual Amount:

2687

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Branded:

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Virtual Tour URL Branded 2:

http://visualedgephotography.com/listings/3831-e-forest-lake-dr-sarasota-fl-34232/skinned/
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://vimeo.com/848492593?share=copy
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded 2:

http://visualedgephotography.com/listings/3831-e-forest-lake-dr-sarasota-fl-34232/skinned/
Special Listing Conditions:

None
Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Disposal
Laundry Features:

Inside

Schools

Elementary School:

Wilkinson Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Brookside Middle
High School:

Sarasota High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

FOREST LAKES
Senior Community:

false
Water View:

false
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Spa:

false
Pool Private:

false
Pets Allowed:

Yes
Association:

true
Association Fee:

250
Association Fee Frequency:

Annually
Association Fee Requirement:

Optional
Monthly HOA Amount:

20.83
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Association Approval Required:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Dimensions:

22x25
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Circular Driveway

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$599,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,207
Taxes	$223
Insurance	$164
HOA fees	$21
Utilities	$194 See report
Total	$3,809/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/15/24 Jun 15, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$599,000	-4.0%
6/12/24 Jun 12, 2024	Relisted	STELLAR_MLS	$624,000
6/5/24 Jun 5, 2024	Pending	STELLAR_MLS	$624,000

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This house located in Forest Lakes, South Gate Ridge, FL 34232 is currently for sale for $599,000. 3831 E Forest Lake Drive is a 2,917 square foot house with 5 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 484 days. 3831 E Forest Lake Drive is in the Forest Lakes neighborhood of South Gate Ridge and has a WalkScore® of 53, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Wilkinson Elementary School, Sarasota High School, and Brookside Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and COMPASS FLORIDA LLC.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2024.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Stellar MLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. Stellar MLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law. For any questions please call (407) 499-8911.