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$334,900

3524 PAPAI DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34232

Closed136 days on market

Beds

Baths

Sq Ft

1,135 sq ft

Year Built

1961

Lot Size

0.18 acres

Garage

—

About This Property

This remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a spacious outdoor area and detached storage shed in the established Ridgewood Estates neighborhood offers no HOA and no deed restrictions. It is centrally located in Sarasota and features a split floor plan with luxury vinyl flooring in the bedrooms and tile throughout the main living areas. The refreshed kitchen includes shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and opens to the living and dining areas with French doors leading to a large rear patio. The fully fenced backyard offers exceptional privacy and a peaceful sentiment, plus ample space for entertaining guests, pets, or storing a boat/RV. Additional highlights include a private ensuite guest bedroom, updated baths, designer accents, dedicated laundry closet, and fresh interior and exterior paint. Major updates include a 2016 roof and 2016 HVAC system. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, downtown Sarasota, and world-renowned Gulf beaches.

Property Overview

Property TypeResidential

Sub TypeSingle Family Residence

MLS #A4678096

StatusClosed

Year Built1961

Stories1

Total Rooms5

ConstructionBlock, Stucco, Vinyl Siding

RoofShingle

FoundationSlab

FacesEast

SubdivisionRIDGEWOOD ESTATES ADD 03 RESUB 01

CountySarasota

OwnershipFee Simple

Interior Features

InteriorCeiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)

FlooringCeramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl

AppliancesDishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

LaundryElectric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Washer Hookup

CoolingCentral Air

HeatingCentral, Electric

Exterior & Lot

ExteriorFrench Doors, Storage

FencingBoard, Chain Link, Fenced, Vinyl

Other StructuresShed(s)

Lot Size0.18 acres (7,677 sq ft)

Lot Dimensions65 x 117

Lot FeaturesCleared, Level, Oversized Lot

Road SurfacePaved, Asphalt

Waterfront

WaterfrontYes

FeaturesCreek

Utilities

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

UtilitiesBB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected

Parking

GarageNo

HOA & Community

HOANo

Senior CommunityNo

Financial Details

List Price$334,900

Original Price$345,000

Annual Taxes$1,822 (2025)

FinancingCash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

ZoningRSF3

Parcel #0063100010

Schools

ElementaryBrentwood Elementary

MiddleMcIntosh Middle

HighSarasota High

Directions

From I-75: Bee Ridge exit Westbound, right on Crestridge Dr, left on Lahaina Drive which veers right to become Papai Drive, home is on the left.

Location

3524 PAPAI DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34232

Listing Information

OfficeDALTON WADE INC

ListedJanuary 21, 2026

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Home Price

$334,900

Down Payment20% ($66,980)

Interest Rate6.75%

Loan Term

Principal & Interest$1,738

Property Tax (est.)$307

Insurance (est.)$150

Total Monthly$2,195

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Nearby Schools

Elementary School

Brentwood Elementary

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Middle School

McIntosh Middle

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High School

Sarasota High

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How to Buy This Home

Multiple financing options available for this $334,900 home in SARASOTA.

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FHA Loan

$11,722 Down

Government-backed, low down payment. Credit scores as low as 580.

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VA Loan

$0 Down

Zero down for eligible veterans, active duty, and military families.

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Conventional

$16,745 Down

Traditional financing. As low as 3-5% down with good credit.

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You may qualify for up to $35,000 in assistance to cover your down payment and closing costs.

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Up to $35,000

First-time buyers working in FL

FL Assist

Up to $10,000

FHA, VA, or USDA borrowers

FL HLP Second Mortgage

Up to $10,000

First-time buyers, 0% deferred

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