Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Sarasota
SOLD for $2,100,000 on March 14, 2023
Listing Price: $2,350,000Sold Price: $2,100,000Sold Price/List Price: 89%
Sold Price/Original List Price: 74.73%
Description of Property
Sarasota’s BEST KEPT SECRET has an unbelievable opportunity!! Old Forest Lakes has become one of the hottest and most desirable neighborhoods of Sarasota! This hidden jewel hosts only 75 oversized Estate lots, with lovely meandering roads and 100-year-old Oaks. A sought-after neighborhood with long ownership tenure that rarely brings homes to the market such as this custom designed and constructed home by Jonas Yoder. With exceptional curb appeal, this home sits on a generously sized lot of over an acre. Boasting 250’ + of lakefront shoreline on one of the most coveted lots in Old Forest Lakes, nature surrounds you. Home to Roseate Spoonbills, wood ducks and otters, this is Southern charm at its finest. Imagine sitting in rocking chairs on the front porch and admiring the flora and fauna of hand chosen flowering trees and landscaping. Once inside you will admire the vaulted ceiling enhanced by old pecky cypress and new pecky cypress and be captivated by the gorgeous water views. Thoughtful and meticulous design elements in nearly every room create this peaceful and comfortable home. There’s a wonderful Chef’s kitchen complete with a center island, white cabinetry and granite counter tops with a full walk-in pantry just around the corner. The Master Bedroom suite is a haven, complete with a bonus flex room that can easily convert to a nursery, second home office, gym or reading room. Two additional guest bedrooms and another large oversized office/family room awaits you. The two-sided gas fireplace will promote wonderful ambiance and is perfect for family gatherings. The show stopping feature of this home, the oversize, deep, in-ground swimming pool (16 X 36) screened and under roof for year-round enjoyment rain or shine. The extensive covered patio, perfect for entertaining small intimate groups or large parties, is perfect for embracing the beauty of Old Forest Lakes and all its quintessential, old world neighborhood qualities. Plenty of room on lot to add guest house or additional garage! Convenient to downtown, the beaches, great dining and around the corner to a Trailhead of Legacy Trail. The opportunities are endless and the enjoyment forever. Do not miss this last bastion of local beauty with room to grow!
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Sarasota
County: Sarasota
Subdivision: Forest Lakes
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Sq. Ft. Gross: 6,214
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 4,544
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $517
Year built: 2008
Annual Tax: $9,442
HOA Fee: $100 Annually
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
Interior Features:
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling(s)
- Kitchen/Family Room Combo
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Master Bedroom Main Floor
- Open Floorplan
- Solid Surface Counters
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Split Bedroom
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
Appliances:
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Range
- Range Hood
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Accessibility Features:
- Accessible Doors
- Accessible Entrance
- Accessible Full Bath
- Visitor Bathroom
- Accessible Hallway(s)
- Accessible Kitchen
- Grip-Accessible Features
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features:
- Gas
- Family Room
- Other Room
Window Features: Shutters, Window Treatments
Additional Rooms: Den/Library/Office, Inside Utility
Ceiling Type:
Flooring:
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
- Vinyl
Laundry Features:
- Inside
- Laundry Closet
- Laundry Room
Schools
Elementary School: Wilkinson Elementary
Middle/Junior High School: Brookside Middle
High School: Sarasota High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Yes
Pool Features:
- Child Safety Fence
- Heated
- In Ground
- Lap
- Lighting
- Screen Enclosure
Spa Features: Above Ground, Heated
Water Front: Yes
Water Frontage: Pond
Water Access: Yes
Water Access Type: Lake, Pond
Water View: Lake, Pond
Water Name: Old Forest Lake
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Custom, Traditional
- Block
- Stone
- Stucco
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle
- Dog Run
- Hurricane Shutters
- Irrigation System
- Lighting
- Rain Gutters
- Sliding Doors
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
- Boat
- Driveway
- Garage Door Opener
- Golf Cart Parking
- Ground Level
- Guest
- Open
- Oversized
Floors Total: 1
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Electric
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features:
- Covered
- Front Porch
- Patio
- Screened
Security Features:
- Security System
- Smoke Detector(s)
- Safe Room
Other Structures:
View:
- Pool
- Trees/Woods
- Water
Fencing: Chain Link
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Well
Community Features: Fishing
Association Amenities:
Lot Information
Lot Features: In County, Oversized Lot
Lot Size (acres): 1.1
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 47,901 square feet
Front Exposure: West
Adjoining Property:
Current Adjacent Use:
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash, Conventional
Parcel Number: 0061110001
Zoning: RE2
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LOT 18 BLK D FOREST LAKES UNIT 2
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