Discover comfort in this spacious move-in ready meticulously maintained villa in the welcoming, gated/guarded community of VillageWalk. This villa offers more square footage than similar villas, and it features floor-to-ceiling windows that invite natural light. A layout designed for peace, ensuring your retreat is undisturbed. With two bedrooms with walk-in closets and private baths in a split floor plan for privacy, high ceilings for an airy feel, an open living area ideal for gatherings, a kitchen with granite surfaces, bamboo-looking laminate flooring for style, an attached garage for easy access with ample storage and a storage-rich laundry room. You will enjoy the screened-in lanai for serene relaxation and privacy. Spacious side yard. Constructed with durable reinforced concrete and equipped with hurricane shutters for safety, this villa stands strong. VillageWalk is a desirable and award-winning resort lifestyle, maintained gated and guarded community. Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, adult lap and family lagoon pool, six Har-Tru lighted tennis courts, basketball court, pickleball, bocce, game, library and meeting rooms. Need more? Village Walk is one of the few communities that has a restaurant with a full bar, a gas station, as well as a hair salon and gift shop. There are countless interconnected lakes linked by scenic bridges with miles of recreational and biking paths where you can see sandhill cranes, bald eagles and other beautiful wildlife. Want even more? There is a full calendar of events and activities for all ages and interests. In addition, a monthly news magazine informs you of the many activities you can enjoy including pool parties, university classes from many of the well-educated residents, fitness classes, water aquatic classes, poker, mahjong, happy hour events and more. Maintenance-free landscaping and no CDD fee. This ideal location is in an A-rated school district. Close to Legacy Trail, world-renowned Siesta Key Beach and downtown with its performing arts.
Sold for $424,330
$424,330
8851 ETERA DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34238
2beds
1,693sqft
Villa
Built in 2002
8,500 Square Feet Lot
$441,300 Zestimate®
$251/sqft
$3,239 Estimated rent
Home value
$441,300
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Attached garageScreened-in lanaiFloor-to-ceiling windowsKitchen with granite surfacesHigh ceilingsSpacious side yardPrivate baths
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Listed by:
Carlos Santos 941-735-8302,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-364-4000
Bought with:
Bethany Behrmann, 3369509
ENGEL & VOELKERS VENICE DOWNTOWN
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4645836
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x14
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x14
Great room
- Level: First
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x18
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Hurricane Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,124
- Total interior livable area: 1,693 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 8,500 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0136020045
- Zoning: RSF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Villa
Materials
- Concrete
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Golf Carts OK, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: VILLAGEWALK
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: 24-Hour Guard, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
- HOA fee: $463 monthly
- HOA name: Colin Smart
- HOA phone: 941-927-8775
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $251/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $359,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,817
- Date on market: 3/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2025 | Sold | $424,330+1%$251/sqft |
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| 3/30/2025 | Pending sale | $420,000$248/sqft |
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| 3/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $420,000+69.7%$248/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4645836 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2017 | Listing removed | $1,850+2.8%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2015 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Select Properties Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/2014 | Price change | $1,800-40%$1/sqft |
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| 12/22/2014 | Listed for rent | $3,000$2/sqft |
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| 8/17/2009 | Sold | $247,500+1%$146/sqft |
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| 12/29/2003 | Sold | $245,000+34.3%$145/sqft |
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| 2/22/2002 | Sold | $182,400$108/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,781 -0.8% | $359,600 +5.5% |
| 2024 | $4,818 +3.2% | $341,002 +10% |
| 2023 | $4,670 +8% | $310,002 +10% |
| 2022 | $4,322 +22% | $281,820 +10% |
| 2021 | $3,541 +1.6% | $256,200 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $3,484 -0.6% | $247,300 -2.2% |
| 2019 | $3,507 | $252,800 +5.2% |
| 2018 | $3,507 -3.4% | $240,400 -5.1% |
| 2017 | $3,631 +4.6% | $253,400 -0.4% |
| 2016 | $3,472 | $254,400 +7.9% |
| 2015 | $3,472 +2.9% | $235,700 +11.1% |
| 2014 | $3,375 +4.9% | $212,100 |
| 2013 | $3,217 +6.6% | $212,100 +6.4% |
| 2012 | $3,017 +7% | $199,400 +6.1% |
| 2011 | $2,820 -7.7% | $188,000 -6% |
| 2010 | $3,056 +8% | $199,900 +3.5% |
| 2009 | $2,831 | $193,200 -17.3% |
| 2008 | $2,831 -18.2% | $233,700 -13.9% |
| 2007 | $3,462 | $271,500 -1.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $276,500 +32.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $208,600 +27% |
| 2004 | $2,741 +5.3% | $164,300 +9.6% |
| 2003 | $2,602 +559% | $149,900 +499.6% |
| 2002 | $395 | $25,000 |
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Neighborhood: Palmer Ranch
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ashton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.8 mi
- 9/10Sarasota Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 7/10Riverview High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 5.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ashton Elementary
- Middle: Sarasota 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
- 34238
- Palmer Ranch
- 8851 ETERA DRIVE
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