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$679,000

3537 S SCHOOL AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL 34239

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Active60 days on market

Beds

Baths

Sq Ft

1,988 sq ft

Year Built

1961

Lot Size

0.33 acres

Garage

About This Property

PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!! Private Oasis Awaits! This home is perfect for year round living, a Florida get away or an income generating property. It offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and just under 2,000 square feet of comfortable living. The layout is thoughtfully designed, with 3 separate sitting areas with an abundant natural light through the large windows. The tiled flooring provides a clean, modern aesthetic, complemented by the neutral color palette. The updated kitchen is spacious, with ample wood cabinetry and a quartz countertop, providing plenty of storage and preparation space. The primary bedroom is generously sized with a bathroom, offering a comfortable retreat and a door to walk out onto covered lanai. Additional features include an inside laundry room, newer appliances, energy-efficient double-pane windows, tile roof only 10 years old and plantation shutters throughout for added charm. The outdoor space is perfect private oasis for relaxation while enjoying the sparkling resurfaced pool with a screened enclosure. The oversized lot features lush landscaping and spacious paved driveway, creating a welcoming outdoor atmosphere. In addition, the backyard is fenced in for pets with plenty of room to store watercraft. If desired, the property is Airbnb-ready and is within city limits so weekly rentals are approved. The city location makes for an ideal choice to call home to escape and relax on Siesta Key beaches or explore downtown Sarasota and all it has to offer.

Property Overview

Property TypeResidential

Sub TypeSingle Family Residence

MLS #A4691686

StatusActive

Year Built1961

Total Rooms10

ConstructionBlock, Stucco

RoofTile

FoundationSlab

FacesWest

SubdivisionSOUTH GATE

CountySarasota

OwnershipFee Simple

Interior Features

InteriorCeiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Window Treatments

FlooringCeramic Tile

AppliancesBuilt-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range Hood, Solar Hot Water, Washer

LaundryElectric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup

CoolingCentral Air

HeatingCentral

SecurityKey Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior & Lot

ExteriorPrivate Yard, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors

FencingWood

Lot Size0.33 acres (14,370 sq ft)

Lot FeaturesCorner Lot, City Lot, Landscaped, Oversized Lot

Road SurfacePaved, Asphalt

Pool & Spa

Private PoolYes

Pool FeaturesIn Ground, Screen Enclosure

SpaIn Ground

Utilities

WaterNone

SewerSeptic Tank

UtilitiesCable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Parking

GarageYes (1 spaces)

HOA & Community

HOAYes

HOA Fee$200 / Annually

Senior CommunityNo

Financial Details

List Price$679,000

Original Price$715,000

Annual Taxes$3,895 (2025)

FinancingCash, Conventional, FHA

ZoningRSF2

Parcel #0057110059

Schools

ElementarySouthside Elementary

MiddleBrookside Middle

HighSarasota High

Directions

From I75 head west on Bee Ridge Road. Take a right onto School Ave. follow to home on right.

Location

3537 S SCHOOL AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL 34239

Listing Information

OfficeCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY

ListedMay 7, 2026

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Home Price

$679,000

Down Payment20% ($135,800)

Interest Rate6.75%

Loan Term

Principal & Interest$3,523

Property Tax (est.)$622

Insurance (est.)$150

Total Monthly$4,296

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Nearby Schools

Elementary School

Southside Elementary

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Middle School

Brookside Middle

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High School

Sarasota High

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How to Buy This Home

Multiple financing options available for this $679,000 home in SARASOTA.

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FHA Loan

$23,765 Down

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

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Conventional

$33,950 Down

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

Florida Down Payment Assistance Programs

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

Florida Hometown Heroes

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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