Discover this centrally located villa, just a short bike ride to the Legacy Trail, Der Dutchman, Yoder’s Restaurant, and the vibrant Pinecraft community—right in the heart of Sarasota. This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa, nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience in the highly desirable Village Green Forest Lakes 55+ community. The location within the community is exceptional, with the community pool just steps from your back door. Inside, you’ll find a bright and welcoming floor plan featuring easy-care ceramic tile throughout the great room, kitchen, and dining areas, along with new carpeting in both bedrooms and an updated walk-in shower in the guest bathroom. The entire villa has been freshly painted, creating a light and inviting atmosphere. The Florida Room provides flexible living space—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or hobbies. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, while the second bedroom works perfectly as a guest room or home office. Village Green Forest Lakes is a well-established community known for its timeless charm and friendly atmosphere, offering a community pool and beautifully maintained grounds, all included in the HOA. With a single-car attached garage and maintenance-free living, this home is move-in ready for full-time or seasonal residents. The tile roof and A/C were replaced in 2017. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this wonderful home in a prime Sarasota location. Schedule your showing today and experience everything Village Green Forest Lakes has to offer!
Sold for $225,000
$225,000
1312 STAFFORD LANE #1427, SARASOTA, FL 34232
2beds
1,651sqft
Condominium
Built in 1972
-- sqft lot
$221,800 Zestimate®
$136/sqft
$2,174 Estimated rent
Home value
$221,800
$202,000 - $244,000
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Single-car attached garage
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Listed by:
Melinda Vass 407-613-4911,
CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC 727-538-9200
Bought with:
Melinda Vass, 3388306
CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4676941
Originating MLS: Suncoast Tampa
Originating MLS: Suncoast Tampa
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Florida Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Dinette
- Level: First
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x7
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x10
Kitchen
- Features: Bath w Spa/Hydro Massage Tub
- Level: First
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x9
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x8
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x18
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Blinds
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,191
- Total interior livable area: 1,651 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Common Area, Visitor Bathroom
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 0053044027
- Zoning: RMF1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: VILLAGE GREEN FOREST LAKE 14
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Pool
- Services included: Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
- HOA fee: $600 monthly
- HOA name: Mitchell Association Management Group, LLC
- HOA phone: 941-870-2300
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $136/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $194,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,880
- Date on market: 1/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Sold | $225,000-6.2%$136/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Pending sale | $239,900$145/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $239,900+20%$145/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Sold | $200,000-11.1%$121/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4634971 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2025 | Pending sale | $225,000$136/sqft |
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| 3/13/2025 | Price change | $225,000-10%$136/sqft |
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| 1/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $250,000-23.1%$151/sqft |
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| 11/13/2024 | Listing removed | $325,000$197/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4613552 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2024 | Price change | $325,000-5.8%$197/sqft |
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| 6/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $345,000$209/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,880 +97.6% | $194,500 +76.2% |
| 2024 | $1,458 +10.1% | $110,362 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,324 +1.9% | $107,148 +3% |
| 2022 | $1,299 +3.8% | $104,027 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,251 +1% | $100,997 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,238 +5.1% | $99,603 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,177 | $97,364 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,177 +3.9% | $95,549 +8.7% |
| 2017 | $1,133 +7.4% | $87,930 -30.7% |
| 2016 | $1,055 | $126,800 +12.7% |
| 2015 | $1,055 +4.8% | $112,500 +39.8% |
| 2014 | $1,007 +0.5% | $80,500 |
| 2013 | $1,002 -19.7% | $80,500 -19.1% |
| 2012 | $1,248 +1.3% | $99,500 |
| 2011 | $1,232 -9.9% | $99,500 -6% |
| 2010 | $1,368 -3.6% | $105,800 -3.1% |
| 2009 | $1,419 | $109,200 -2.7% |
| 2008 | $1,419 -6.8% | $112,273 +3% |
| 2007 | $1,523 | $109,003 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $106,344 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $103,247 +3% |
| 2004 | $1,546 -0.6% | $100,240 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $1,555 -0.5% | $98,371 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $1,563 +6.8% | $96,065 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $1,464 +3.5% | $94,552 +3% |
| 2000 | $1,414 | $91,798 |
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Neighborhood: 34232
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Alta Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Brookside Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 5/10Sarasota High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Alta Vista Elementary
- Middle: Brookside Middle
- High: Sarasota High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Sarasota County
- Sarasota
- 34232
- 1312 STAFFORD LANE Unit 1427
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