Enjoy Florida Style Living in this beautiful home in an ideal Sarasota location. Set on a peaceful pond on the largest lot in the neighborhood (.28 acre), this 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Great Room plan has been lovingly maintained and updated. The Kitchen features newer cabinetry, granite countertops and a gas range for the chef in the family. The spacious Primary Suite features walk-in closet, dual sinks and private water closet. The Great Room has high ceilings, tile throughout and flows into an expanded screened Lanai for indoor-outdoor living. Freshly Painted inside and out and ready for its new owner. In a non-flood zone and there are hurricane shutters for extra protection. Uniquely situated at the end of the cul-de-sac with a Private Yard and many fruit-bearing trees. Ideal for the nature lover! This home is centrally located in Forest Oaks, a newer community with low HOA Fees. Close to great shopping & restaurants, and Riverview High School. The nature trails of 72-acre Red Bug Slough are just a half mile down the road and world famous Siesta Key is less than 2 miles away!
Sold for $510,000
$510,000
5440 Matthew Ct, Sarasota, FL 34231
3beds
1,630sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
0.28 Acres Lot
$499,000 Zestimate®
$313/sqft
$2,791 Estimated rent
Home value
$499,000
$474,000 - $524,000
$2,791/mo
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Peaceful pondFruit - bearing treesHigh ceilingsGas rangeGreat roomGreat room planSpacious primary suite
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Listing Provided by:
Michael James 941-724-4034,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-951-6660,
Laurel James 941-350-9240,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Bought with:
Dennis Girard, 3007451
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4606077
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16x12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x11
Great room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23x17
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x9
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Shutters, Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters, Hurricane Shutters/Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,235
- Total interior livable area: 1,630 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Street Dead-End, Non Toxic Fertilizer/Pesticides, Veg. (Productive) Garden
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0088060055
- Zoning: RSF4
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom,Florida
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Deed Restrictions, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Sarasota
- Subdivision: FOREST OAKS
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $33 monthly
- Services included: Common Area Taxes
- Association name: Forest Oaks HOA
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2024 | Sold | $510,000-3.6%$313/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4606077 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2024 | Pending sale | $529,000$325/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4606077 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $529,000+103.5%$325/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4606077 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2015 | Sold | $260,000$160/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2015 | Pending sale | $260,000$160/sqft |
Source: Premier Sotheby's International Realty #A4117132 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2015 | Listed for sale | $260,000+36.8%$160/sqft |
Source: Signature Sotheby's International Realty #A4117132 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2014 | Sold | $190,000+10.1%$117/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2001 | Sold | $172,500+34.8%$106/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/1994 | Sold | $128,000$79/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,264 +106.7% | $403,100 +94.4% |
| 2024 | $2,547 +6.5% | $207,405 +4.6% |
| 2023 | $2,392 +4.4% | $198,298 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,291 +1.1% | $192,522 +3% |
| 2021 | $2,266 +0.3% | $186,915 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,261 +4.3% | $184,334 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,168 | $180,190 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $2,168 +3.1% | $176,830 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $2,103 -25.8% | $173,193 -21.3% |
| 2016 | $2,834 | $220,100 +17.6% |
| 2015 | $2,834 | $187,100 +40.7% |
| 2014 | $2,834 +69% | $133,024 |
| 2013 | $1,677 +2.3% | $133,024 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $1,639 -7.6% | $130,800 -7.1% |
| 2011 | $1,775 -14.9% | $140,800 -12.2% |
| 2010 | $2,085 -5.1% | $160,400 -7.7% |
| 2009 | $2,197 | $173,800 -3.1% |
| 2008 | $2,197 -3.7% | $179,398 +3% |
| 2007 | $2,282 | $174,173 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $169,925 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $164,976 +3% |
| 2004 | $2,365 -0.9% | $160,171 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $2,386 +1.2% | $157,184 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $2,357 +35.3% | $153,500 +30.5% |
| 2001 | $1,742 +2.2% | $117,596 +3% |
| 2000 | $1,705 | $114,171 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Gulf Gate Estates
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Gulf Gate Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Brookside Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Riverview High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Gulf Gate Elementary
- Middle: Brookside Middle
- High: Riverview 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
- 34231
- Gulf Gate Estates
- 5440 Matthew Ct
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