One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac within a beautiful golf course community, this inviting four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home has been thoughtfully upgraded for comfort and confidence. Recent improvements include a 2023 shingled roof, new impact French doors, four new impact windows in the Sunroom, and hurricane shutters for the remaining windows providing reliable protection when needed. Inside, the home feels bright and refreshed with gorgeous Mastercraft Knotty Alder interior doors, continuous tile flooring, smooth ceilings, and freshly updated paint inside and outside. The kitchen offers a blend of style and function with Corian countertops, warm wood cabinetry, and stainless-steel Whirlpool appliances. Just beyond, the living room sets the stage for both everyday relaxation and special moments with its built-in shelving and charming wood-burning fireplace. Practical features such as a 2020 hot water heater and an impressive 638 square-foot garage add to the home’s appeal. Full of character and ready for its next chapter, this move-in-ready property immediately feels like a place where you can settle in, unwind, and truly feel at home.
Sold for $510,000
$510,000
4228 FRANCIS BACON LANE, SARASOTA, FL 34241
4beds
2,282sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.25 Acres Lot
$506,000 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$3,087 Estimated rent
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$460,000 - $557,000
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Beautiful golf course communityInviting four-bedroom two-and-a-half-bath homeCorian countertopsSmooth ceilingsQuiet cul-de-sacCharming wood-burning fireplaceHurricane shutters
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Listed by:
Mary Jo Violett 941-928-8474,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-349-3444
Bought with:
Carolyn Carino, LLC, 3352543
KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4674738
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x12
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x12
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x11
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x22
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Drapes, Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,096
- Total interior livable area: 2,282 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Private Mailbox
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, In County
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 0257110023
- Zoning: RSF1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: BENT TREE VILLAGE
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Manager
- HOA fee: $25 monthly
- HOA name: Sunstate Management Group / Sean Noonan
- HOA phone: 941-870-4920
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $223/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $392,800
- Annual tax amount: $3,228
- Date on market: 12/11/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 73 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2026 | Sold | $510,000-2.9%$223/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4674738 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2026 | Pending sale | $525,000$230/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $525,000-4.5%$230/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4674738 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Price change | $550,000-4.3%$241/sqft |
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| 12/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $575,000+142.1%$252/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4674738 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2013 | Sold | $237,500-5%$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2012 | Price change | $249,900-5.7%$110/sqft |
Source: MICHAEL SEERY & ASSOCIATES INC #A3969779 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2012 | Listed for sale | $264,900+121.7%$116/sqft |
Source: MICHAEL SEERY & ASSOCIATES INC #A3969779 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/1999 | Sold | $119,500$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,358 +4% | $262,317 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $3,229 +4.8% | $254,924 +3% |
| 2023 | $3,081 +4% | $247,499 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,963 +0.8% | $240,290 +3% |
| 2021 | $2,939 +0.1% | $233,291 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,937 +4.4% | $230,070 +2.9% |
| 2019 | $2,812 | $223,627 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $2,812 +2.7% | $219,457 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $2,738 -0.3% | $214,943 -14.2% |
| 2016 | $2,747 +1.6% | $250,500 +17.3% |
| 2015 | $2,703 -1.2% | $213,500 +28.2% |
| 2014 | $2,736 +23.2% | $166,558 -13.6% |
| 2013 | $2,221 +9.5% | $192,800 +25.5% |
| 2012 | $2,028 +4.5% | $153,681 +3% |
| 2011 | $1,941 -1.8% | $149,205 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $1,976 +20.1% | $147,000 +13.2% |
| 2009 | $1,645 | $129,896 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $1,645 -5.7% | $129,766 +3% |
| 2007 | $1,744 | $125,986 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $122,913 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $119,333 +3% |
| 2004 | $1,782 -0.7% | $115,857 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $1,794 -0.4% | $113,697 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $1,800 +7.2% | $111,032 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $1,679 +2% | $109,283 +3% |
| 2000 | $1,646 | $106,100 |
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Neighborhood: 34241
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lakeview Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Sarasota Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 5/10Sarasota High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lakeview Elementary
- Middle: Sarasota 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
- 34241
- 4228 FRANCIS BACON LANE
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