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    5903 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE, BRADENTON, FL 34203

    4beds
    3,492sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2003
    0.63 Acres Lot
    $1,217,500 Zestimate®
    $351/sqft
    $5,353 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,217,500

    $1.13M - $1.31M

    $5,353/mo

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    What's special

    Fenced yardFishing pierCozy loftCenter islandCovered lanaiLakewood ranchOverflow spa
    Stunning Country French Custom home nestled along Williams Creek in River Forest where Florida's natural beauty meets in town convenience. Exquisite craftsmanship, detailed crown molding and wood trim, leaded glass door and panels, reclaimed wood, engineered wood and decorative tile floors and new welcoming foyer. Expansive living room opens to light, bright sitting room with clerestory windows and raised hearth fireplace, and a separate study with built-ins where you can renew and unwind. You will love the chef style kitchen with custom wood cabinets, center island, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, reverse osmosis drinking system and large dining room adjacent to a charming screened porch. First floor owners suite features window seat, dual built-in closets, linen closets, and luxurious owners bath with dual vanities, soaking tub and walk-in shower with built-in seat and private water closet. The ensuite 1st floor bedroom and bath with shower is ideal for guests. French doors lead to your gorgeous outdoor living area with covered lanai, 14' x 28' heated self-cleaning saltwater pool with pebble tec finish, sun shelf, overflow spa and delightful aquatic water fountain overlooking patio and lush private gardens designed to enhance the existing natural environment with a magnificent oak canopy. The perfect place for entertaining or simply relaxing. Covered breezeway leads you to spacious game room which offers versatile space to use for your hobbies or a workshop, and features new water proof flooring. Plus there's a fenced yard ideal for pets or little ones. Upstairs you'll find a cozy loft, built-in cabinets, delightful French blue accented guest bath and 2 spacious bedrooms currently used as a music room and a TV/fitness room. This wonderful home on .63 acres includes interior laundry room with cabinets and drop in sink, central vacuum, Culligan water softner, outdoor lighting, double pane windows, 3 zone HVAC, foam attic insulation, oversize garage with convenient ceiling storage racks and freshly painted interior. Unique enclave of 20 custom homes situated in a natural Florida setting features new community dock and fishing pier where you can spend lazy days, relax at sunset or kayak along the Braden River. Nearby is Jiggs Landing for boating, birding, fishing and live music, and John Marble Park under renovation to include pool, splash pad, fitness and picnic pavilion. Ideally located, you are close to dining, UTC Shopping Mall, Benderson Rowing Park, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota downtown venues, beautiful Gulf Coast Beaches and I-75 to travel north and south.

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    Listed by:

    Dennis Kotaska, LLC 941-815-6772,

    RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP 941-954-5454,

    Theresa Kotaska 941-907-8207,

    RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

    Bought with:

    Abi Stephens, PA, 3557786

    PREMIER PROPERTIES OF SRQ LLC

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4575136MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Living Room, Utility Room, Loft
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Built-In Shower Bench, Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Garden Bath, Split Vanities, Stone Counters, Tub with Separate Shower Stall, Water Closet/Priv Toilet, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 12x16
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Shower No Tub, Stone Counters, Built-in Closet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 11x15
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 10x15
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Features, Built-in Closet
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 12x20
    Balcony porch lanai
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13x16
    Balcony porch lanai
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 8x16
    Bonus room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 10x13
    Den
    • Features: Built-In Shelving, Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 10x16
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 10x15
    Foyer
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 5x12
    Game room
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15x22
    Kitchen
    • Features: Pantry, Kitchen Island, Stone Counters
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13x16
    Laundry
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 6x8
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 19x21
    Loft
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Level: Second
    • Dimensions: 11x11
    Heating
    • Central, Electric, Exhaust Fan, Propane
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ductless
    Appliances
    • Included: Oven, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
    • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Engineered Hardwood, Reclaimed Wood, Tile
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Thermal Windows, Window Treatments
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Gas, Masonry, Other Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,504
    • Total interior livable area: 3,492 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Off Street, Oversized
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    • Details: Garage Dimensions: 23x25
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Screened, Side Porch
    • Exterior features: Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler Metered
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Pool Alarm, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure, Self Cleaning
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Heated, In Ground
    • Fencing: Fenced,Other
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden, Pool, Trees/Woods
    • Waterfront features: Creek, Creek Access, Fishing Pier
    • Body of water: WILLIAMS CREEK
    Lot
    • Size: 0.63 Acres
    • Features: Corner Lot, Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County, Landscaped, Level, Oversized Lot
    • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1729102019
    • Zoning: PDR,PD/PDR
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Custom
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Block, HardiPlank Type, Stucco
    • Foundation: Slab, Stem Wall
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Completed
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2003

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Dock, Fishing, Water Access, Deed Restrictions
    • Security: Security System, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
    • Pet fee: $0 monthly
    • Subdivision: RIVER FOREST
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: Reserve Fund, Private Road
    • HOA fee: $92 monthly
    • HOA name: RIVER FOREST HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC.
    • HOA phone: 941-720-4226
    Location
    • Region: Bradenton

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $351/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $994,300
    • Annual tax amount: $8,853
    • Date on market: 7/1/2023
    • Cumulative days on market: 12 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Total actual rent: 0
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
    • Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/18/2023Sold$1,225,000-2%$351/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4575136 Report a problem
    7/14/2023Pending sale$1,250,000$358/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4575136 Report a problem
    7/1/2023Listed for sale$1,250,000+14.7%$358/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4575136 Report a problem
    4/29/2022Sold$1,090,000-5.2%$312/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/24/2022Pending sale$1,150,000$329/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4526820 Report a problem
    3/24/2022Price change$1,150,000-4.2%$329/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4526820 Report a problem
    3/20/2022Listed for sale$1,200,000$344/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4526820 Report a problem
    3/14/2022Pending sale$1,200,000$344/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4526820 Report a problem
    3/4/2022Listed for sale$1,200,000+89%$344/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4526820 Report a problem
    8/16/2019Sold$635,000-8%$182/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/12/2019Pending sale$690,000$198/sqft
    Source: Premier Sotheby's International Realty #A4434420 Report a problem
    6/3/2019Price change$690,000-2.8%$198/sqft
    Source: Premier Sotheby's International Realty #A4434420 Report a problem
    4/30/2019Listed for sale$710,000+42%$203/sqft
    Source: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY #A4434420 Report a problem
    7/29/2016Sold$500,000-13%$143/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #A4141304 Report a problem
    7/23/2016Pending sale$575,000$165/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY #A4141304 Report a problem
    6/15/2016Listed for sale$575,000$165/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY #A4141304 Report a problem
    6/15/2016Pending sale$575,000$165/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY #A4141304 Report a problem
    4/19/2016Price change$575,000-2.4%$165/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY #A4141304 Report a problem
    2/1/2016Price change$589,000-12.7%$169/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY #A4141304 Report a problem
    1/7/2016Listed for sale$675,000$193/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY #A4141304 Report a problem
    4/5/2010Listing removed$675,000$193/sqft
    Source: UKEEPCOMMISSION REAL ESTATE PL #M5811983 Report a problem
    3/26/2010Listed for sale$675,000-9.9%$193/sqft
    Source: UKEEPCOMMISSION REAL ESTATE PL #M5811983 Report a problem
    10/26/2008Listing removed$749,000$214/sqft
    Source: Postlets #M5797218 Report a problem
    8/8/2008Listed for sale$749,000+781.2%$214/sqft
    Source: Postlets #M5797218 Report a problem
    10/28/2002Sold$85,000$24/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$11,444 +2.7%$818,721 +2.9%
    2024$11,145 -25.9%$795,647 -21%
    2023$15,032 +69.8%$1,007,413 +62.8%
    2022$8,853 -0.4%$618,966 +3%
    2021$8,891 +0.7%$600,938 +1.4%
    2020$8,833 +5.5%$592,641 +6.5%
    2019$8,372 $556,359 +9.7%
    2018$8,372 +8.5%$507,202 +2.1%
    2017$7,713 +13.5%$496,770 -1.5%
    2016$6,796 $504,512 +3.7%
    2015$6,796 $486,370 +19.1%
    2014$6,796 +5.6%$408,336 +7.4%
    2013$6,438 +643749%$380,354 +8.4%
    2012$1 $351,018 -9.1%
    2011$1 $386,004 -12.4%
    2010-- $440,458 -12.9%
    2009$8,484 +32.2%$505,876 +21.3%
    2008$6,418 +4.6%$417,135 +3%
    2007$6,134 -4.7%$404,985 +2.5%
    2006$6,434 +0.1%$395,107 +3%
    2005$6,427 +1.8%$383,599 +3%
    2004$6,315 +408.6%$372,426 +430.5%
    2003$1,242 +3.5%$70,200 +4%
    2002$1,200 $67,500
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 34203

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: William H. Bashaw Elementary
    • Middle: Braden River Middle
    • High: Braden River 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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