Boasting some of the most incredible unobstructed panoramic Bay views Sarasota has to offer, this five-bedroom, four-bathroom pool home sits high and dry on over half an acre in the historic Whitfield Estates community. Imagine waking up to the tranquil waters of Sarasota Bay and ending each day with a breathtaking sunset that sets the sky ablaze, all from the comfort of your own home. Step inside and be instantly captivated by the breathtaking Bay views that flood the open living spaces with natural light. The downstairs features an open living space with three bedrooms, two of which are ensuite with access to the pool, plus an additional half bath that also serves as a pool bath. The second level is a private retreat, where the primary suite is designed to showcase even more breathtaking, unobstructed Bay views from sunrise to sunset. Step onto your grand private balcony and immerse yourself in the mesmerizing waterfront panorama, or unwind in the ensuite, complete with dual vanities, an oversized tiled shower, and a deep soaking tub. A second room serves as a private closet, just waiting to be fully customized. An additional upstairs bedroom offers versatility as an office, nursery, gym, or sitting room. Step outside to your own private waterfront sanctuary, where panoramic Sarasota Bay vistas create an unforgettable backdrop for every moment. The expansive patio and glistening pool invite you to indulge in the ultimate coastal lifestyle, whether you are hosting elegant soirées, enjoying sun-drenched afternoons, or unwinding in the gentle Bay breeze. Feel the warmth of the sun as you lounge poolside, take a refreshing dip in the sparkling water, or gather with loved ones for dining under the stars. When it comes to location, this home truly excels. You are just moments away from Sarasota’s best attractions, where you can explore the renowned Ringling Museum, take a scenic stroll through Downtown Sarasota, savor world-class dining at St. Armands Circle, or spend sun-soaked days on the stunning Gulf beaches. **THIS PROPERTY QUALIFIES FOR A 1% LENDER INCENTIVE IF USING PREFERRED LENDER. INQUIRE FOR MORE DETAILS.**
Sold for $1,700,000
$1,700,000
202 GAINES AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL 34243
5beds
4,111sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.52 Acres Lot
$1,678,900 Zestimate®
$414/sqft
$5,724 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.54M - $1.83M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Toni Zarghami 941-248-2147,
KW COASTAL LIVING III 941-900-4151
Bought with:
Jason Straka, 3228597
BRIGHT REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4642087
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x17
Bedroom 5
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Makeup/Vanity Space, Split Vanities, Stone Counters, Tub with Separate Shower Stall, Water Closet/Priv Toilet
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x16
Bathroom 2
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Shower No Tub, Single Vanity
- Level: First
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7x9
Bathroom 3
- Features: Shower No Tub
- Level: First
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x8
Bathroom 4
- Features: Shower No Tub, Single Vanity
- Level: First
Dinette
- Level: First
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x16
Foyer
- Level: First
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x12
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x19
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x8
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x18
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,243
- Total interior livable area: 4,111 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Deck, In Ground, Lighting, Outside Bath Access
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Water, Bay/Harbor - Full
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor, Bay/Harbor Access
- Body of water: SARASOTA BAY
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
- Dimensions: 119 x 189
- Features: In County, Landscaped, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Street Dead-End
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 6678300002
- Zoning: RSF3/WR/
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Public, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: WHITFIELD ESTATES UNIT 1
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $414/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,573,693
- Annual tax amount: $13,826
- Date on market: 2/27/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 116 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2025 | Sold | $1,700,000-7.6%$414/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4642087 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Pending sale | $1,840,000$448/sqft |
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| 5/15/2025 | Price change | $1,840,000-4.2%$448/sqft |
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| 2/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,920,000+67%$467/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4642087 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2018 | Sold | $1,150,000-14.8%$280/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2018 | Pending sale | $1,350,000$328/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker #A4210891 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2018 | Price change | $1,350,000-3.2%$328/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker #A4210891 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2018 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$339/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000$339/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2018 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$339/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2018 | Price change | $1,395,000-7%$339/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+81.8%$365/sqft |
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| 10/3/2011 | Sold | $825,000-15.7%$201/sqft |
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| 8/18/2011 | Pending sale | $979,000$238/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2011 | Price change | $979,000-2.1%$238/sqft |
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| 2/5/2011 | Price change | $999,999-13%$243/sqft |
Source: Michael Saunders & Company - Licensed Real Estate Broker Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2010 | Price change | $1,150,000-3.8%$280/sqft |
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| 8/21/2010 | Price change | $1,195,000-7.7%$291/sqft |
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| 6/26/2010 | Price change | $1,295,000-4.1%$315/sqft |
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| 4/9/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000-22.9%$328/sqft |
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| 8/9/2009 | Listing removed | $1,750,000$426/sqft |
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| 2/23/2009 | Price change | $1,750,000-2.8%$426/sqft |
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| 7/20/2008 | Price change | $1,800,000-4%$438/sqft |
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| 6/20/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,875,000$456/sqft |
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| 4/30/2008 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/23/2008 | Listed for sale | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,194 +2.7% | $991,133 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $13,827 +0.9% | $963,200 +3% |
| 2023 | $13,697 +2.4% | $935,146 +3% |
| 2022 | $13,381 -0.3% | $907,909 +3% |
| 2021 | $13,416 +0.8% | $881,465 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $13,314 +0.8% | $869,295 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $13,207 | $853,973 +7.7% |
| 2018 | $13,207 +1.5% | $793,215 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,014 +24.5% | $777,785 +4.1% |
| 2016 | $10,449 | $746,812 +18.3% |
| 2015 | $10,449 | $631,520 -0.3% |
| 2014 | $10,449 +3.5% | $633,325 +3% |
| 2013 | $10,096 +1009518% | $614,879 +2.2% |
| 2012 | $1 | $601,441 -3.8% |
| 2011 | $1 | $625,132 -14.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $727,406 +0.9% |
| 2009 | $11,222 -2.5% | $720,629 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $11,508 +11.3% | $719,909 +3% |
| 2007 | $10,340 -5.1% | $698,941 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $10,894 -0.1% | $681,894 +3% |
| 2005 | $10,908 +1.6% | $662,033 +3% |
| 2004 | $10,734 +0.2% | $642,750 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $10,714 +2% | $630,765 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $10,503 +63.2% | $615,981 +67.6% |
| 2001 | $6,435 +7470.5% | $367,425 +13.1% |
| 2000 | $85 | $324,902 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Whitfield
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- 8/10Florine J Abel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
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Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Florine J. Abel Elementary
- Middle: Electa Arcotte Lee Magnet
- High: Bayshore 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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- 202 GAINES AVENUE
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