$715,000
3537 School Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34239
About this home
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.
Estimated monthly payment
$4,284/mo
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history6 days on market
- Status: ActiveMay 7, 2026
- Listed$715,000May 7, 2026
- Price increased$715,000
Virtual Tour
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 6
- Subdivision
- South Gate
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1961
- Living area
- 1,988 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $360
- Building area
- 2,585 sq ft (Appraiser)
- Lot size
- 14,370 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/4 to less than 1/2
- Flood zone
- X (12115C0142G)
- Garage
- 1 spaces
- Pool
- Private pool
- Annual taxes
- $3,895 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 0057110059
- Zoning
- RSF2
- MLS #
- A4691686
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range Hood, Solar Hot Water, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- West
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Circular Driveway
HOA & Financial
- HOA fee
- $200 / Annually
- Monthly HOA
- $17/mo
- Total monthly fees
- $17/mo
- Total annual fees
- $200
- HOA name
- Vicki Lawson
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- 1 Week
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
- Additional lease restrictions
- Check and confirm with HOA guidelines
- Approval process
- Check and confirm with HOA guidelines
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
- Construction materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Pool
- Private pool
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Water source
- None
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Cats OK, Dogs OK
Schools
School data from listing agent. Verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Family Room | First | 16x13 |
| Living Room | First | 20x13 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 14x13 |
| Primary Bathroom | First | 8x5 |
| Florida Room | First | 15x13 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 14x12 |
| Bedroom 3 | First | 12x10 |
| Kitchen | First | 13x13 |
| Dining Room | First | 13x12 |
| Balcony/Porch/Lanai | First | 34x25 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-05-07
- On market date
- 2026-05-07
- Original list price
- $715,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34239 - Sarasota/Pinecraft
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-05-07
- Tax legal description
- LOT 1 BLK 4 SOUTH GATE UNIT 2
Location
- Flood zone
- X(12115C0142G)
Directions
From I75 head west on Bee Ridge Road. Take a right onto School Ave. follow to home on right.
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