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    • Price cut: $11K (7/15)
    $679,000

    3537 S SCHOOL AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL 34239

    3beds
    1,988sqft
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    $4,336/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1961
    0.33 Acres Lot
    $649,300 Zestimate®
    $342/sqft
    $17/mo HOA

    What's special

    Newer appliancesQuartz countertopEnergy-efficient double-pane windowsOversized lotNeutral color paletteUpdated kitchen is spaciousInside laundry room
    PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!! Private Oasis Awaits! This home is perfect for year round living, a Florida get away or an income generating property. It offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and just under 2,000 square feet of comfortable living. The layout is thoughtfully designed, with 3 separate sitting areas with an abundant natural light through the large windows. The tiled flooring provides a clean, modern aesthetic, complemented by the neutral color palette. The updated kitchen is spacious, with ample wood cabinetry and a quartz countertop, providing plenty of storage and preparation space. The primary bedroom is generously sized with a bathroom, offering a comfortable retreat and a door to walk out onto covered lanai. Additional features include an inside laundry room, newer appliances, energy-efficient double-pane windows, tile roof only 10 years old and plantation shutters throughout for added charm. The outdoor space is perfect private oasis for relaxation while enjoying the sparkling resurfaced pool with a screened enclosure. The oversized lot features lush landscaping and spacious paved driveway, creating a welcoming outdoor atmosphere. In addition, the backyard is fenced in for pets with plenty of room to store watercraft. If desired, the property is Airbnb-ready and is within city limits so weekly rentals are approved. The city location makes for an ideal choice to call home to escape and relax on Siesta Key beaches or explore downtown Sarasota and all it has to offer.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kimberly McMahon 941-812-5092,

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY 941-388-3966

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4691686MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14x13
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14x12
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x10
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Shower No Tub, Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 40 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8x5
      Balcony porch lanai
      • Level: First
      • Area: 850 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 34x25
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13x12
      Family room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 208 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16x13
      Florida room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 195 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x13
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Area: 169 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13x13
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 260 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 20x13
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range Hood, Solar Hot Water, Washer
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
      • Doors: Sliding Doors
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,585
      • Total interior livable area: 1,988 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Circular Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
      • Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: In Ground, Screen Enclosure
      • Spa features: In Ground
      • Fencing: Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 0.33 Acres
      • Features: Corner Lot, City Lot, Landscaped, Oversized Lot
      • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0057110059
      • Zoning: RSF2
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Stucco
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • Completed
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1961

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: None
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: SOUTH GATE
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $17 monthly
      • HOA name: Vicki Lawson
      • HOA phone: 941-955-4597
      Location
      • Region: Sarasota

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $342/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $511,800
      • Annual tax amount: $3,895
      • Date on market: 5/7/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 76 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $649,300

        $617,000 - $682,000

        $3,459/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/15/2026Price change$679,000-1.6%$342/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4691686 Report a problem
        6/16/2026Listed for sale$690,000-3.5%$347/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4691686 Report a problem
        6/8/2026Listing removed$715,000$360/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4691686 Report a problem
        5/7/2026Listed for sale$715,000+139.1%$360/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #A4691686 Report a problem
        6/25/2016Listing removed$299,000$150/sqft
        Source: Premier Sotheby's International Realty #A4104548 Report a problem
        6/23/2016Listed for sale$299,000$150/sqft
        Source: Premier Sotheby's International Realty #A4104548 Report a problem
        12/16/2015Listing removed$299,000$150/sqft
        Source: Premier #A4104548 Report a problem
        2/28/2015Listed for sale$299,000$150/sqft
        Source: Premier Sotheby's International Realty #A4104548 Report a problem
        12/17/2014Listing removed$299,000$150/sqft
        Source: Premier Sotheby's International Realty #A4104548 Report a problem
        9/20/2014Price change$299,000-7.7%$150/sqft
        Source: Premier Sotheby's International Realty #A4104548 Report a problem
        9/6/2014Listed for sale$324,000-7.2%$163/sqft
        Source: PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTL. REALTY (281521124) #A4104548 Report a problem
        1/3/2010Listing removed$349,000$176/sqft
        Source: RoseBay Real Estate, Inc. #A3910091 Report a problem
        8/12/2009Price change$349,000-5.4%$176/sqft
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        8/8/2009Listed for sale$369,000+6.7%$186/sqft
        Source: RoseBay Real Estate, Inc. #A3910091 Report a problem
        8/12/2005Sold$345,700+141.7%$174/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/6/2001Sold$143,000$72/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,895 +5.6%$272,058 +2.9%
        2024$3,690 +3.8%$264,391 +3%
        2023$3,556 +3.1%$256,690 +3%
        2022$3,448 +1.1%$249,214 +3%
        2021$3,411 -0.9%$241,955 +1.4%
        2020$3,441 +2.9%$238,614 +2.3%
        2019$3,345 $233,249 +1.9%
        2018$3,345 +1.8%$228,900 +31.6%
        2017$3,285 +19%$173,964 -25.4%
        2016$2,761 $233,200 +43.4%
        2015$2,761 +5.9%$162,600 +43.4%
        2014$2,607 +17.1%$113,410
        2013$2,227 +11.9%$113,410 +10%
        2012$1,991 -1%$103,100 -2.6%
        2011$2,012 -10%$105,800 -9.2%
        2010$2,236 -26.7%$116,500 -11.5%
        2009$3,052 $131,700 -24.4%
        2008$3,052 -19%$174,300 -20%
        2007$3,767 $218,000 -0.1%
        2006-- $218,300 +31%
        2005-- $166,600 +11.1%
        2004$2,966 +9.2%$150,000 +14.3%
        2003$2,715 +10.5%$131,200 +15%
        2002$2,457 +52.5%$114,100 +17.5%
        2001$1,611 +3.7%$97,129 +3%
        2000$1,554 $94,300
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 34239

        Getting around

        71 / 100
        Very Walkable
        34 / 100
        Some Transit
        57 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Southside Elementary
        • Middle: Brookside Middle
        • High: Sarasota High

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