$219,000
5440 Riverbluff Circle
Sarasota, FL 34231
Listing updated: June 20, 2026 at 5:06 PM ET
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams On The Water S · Evona Poplawski · MLS #A4695042 · Active · 941-803-7522Property type
Year built
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Fully renovated and move-in ready, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom standalone villa in the highly sought-after 55+ Strathmore Riverside Villas community is the Florida lifestyle opportunity you have been waiting for. Whether you are pursuing the snowbird dream or making the permanent move to paradise, this turnkey gem is ready for you right now. Fresh 2025 upgrades include a brand new kitchen, new flooring throughout, and new plumbing — no projects, no headaches, just move in and start living. The bright open-concept layout offers comfortable and easy living with an in-unit washer and dryer, covered carport, and attached storage room. The community is where the magic happens. Start your morning with a swim in the large heated pool maintained at a year-round 85 degrees, spend your afternoon on the fishing dock, and end your day watching the sun set over Phillippi Creek. Boating enthusiasts will love the community marina with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico — boat slips available through the association. Additional amenities include a clubhouse, fitness room, shuffleboard courts, billiards, library, and two saunas. HOA fee includes cable TV, water, sewer, exterior building and grounds maintenance, building insurance, escrow reserves, and onsite management. Conveniently located near Publix, Detwiler's Farm Market, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Phillippi Farmhouse Market, and just minutes to world-famous Siesta Key Beach. At this price with these upgrades in this community, this one will not last long. Schedule your showing today.
Local Insight
At $219k in a 55+ community with direct waterfront access and a private pool, this is priced aggressively for Sarasota, but the 1971 construction and single bed/bath mean you're really buying the location and amenities rather than living space—factor in that $622 monthly HOA on top of what will likely be higher insurance and potential flood mitigation costs given the AE flood zone designation. The real question is whether waterfront appeal justifies the tight floor plan and age; this works best for someone prioritizing water views and low-maintenance community living over square footage or move-in condition.
AI-generated insight based on listing data and neighborhood context. Verify independently.
Estimated monthly payment
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 history24 days on market
- Status: ActiveMay 28, 2026
- Listed$219,000May 27, 2026
- Price increased$219,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Villa
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 24
- Subdivision
- Strathmore Riverside I
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1971
- Living area
- 864 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $253
- Building area
- 1,104 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 0 sq ft
- Lot category
- Non-Applicable
- Flood zone
- X, AE
- Pool
- Private pool
- Annual taxes
- $2,033 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 0086011087
- Zoning
- RMF1
- MLS #
- A4695042
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Parking features
- Boat, Driveway, Guest
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- HOA fee
- $622 / Monthly
- Monthly HOA
- $622/mo
- Total monthly fees
- $622/mo
- Total annual fees
- $7,464
- HOA name
- Sarah Daley
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- 3 Months
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Condominium
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Three month Min, must be 55+ rules apply to all potential renters.
- Approval process
- Application fee and personal interview
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower
- Construction materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Other
- Foundation
- Slab
- Pool
- Private pool
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Road surface
- Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Breed Restrictions, Yes
- Senior community
- Yes
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | First | 10x12 |
| Living Room | First | 10x12 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 10x10 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-05-26
- On market date
- 2026-05-27
- Original list price
- $219,000
- Occupant type
- Tenant
- MLS area
- 34231 - Sarasota/Gulf Gate Branch
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-05-28
- Tax legal description
- UNIT 87 STRATHMORE RIVERSIDE VILLAS SEC 1
Flood risk
See FEMA for this zone’s designation and insurance requirements.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
From US-41 (Tamiami Trail), head west on Stickney Point Road. Turn right onto Swift Road. Turn left onto Riverbluff Parkway into the Strathmore Riverside Villas community. Follow Riverbluff Parkway and turn left onto Riverbluff Circle. Unit V-87 will be on your left.
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