1861 Riviera Cir

Sarasota, FL 34232

$640,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,390 Sq. Ft.
$268 / Sq. Ft.
2,390
Sq. Ft.
$268
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 12/31/25
Sold 12/31/25
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Description

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. STOP SCROLLING - Significant Price Improvement — Now Offered at $709,900. Exceptional value for a pool home on a double lot in the highly desirable Forest Lakes Community. This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers approximately 2,390 sq. ft. of living space on a 14,000 sq. ft. lot with no mandatory HOA, providing excellent flexibility and convenience in a prime Sarasota location. Situated on a quiet no-outlet street, the property provides privacy...One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. STOP SCROLLING - Significant Price Improvement — Now Offered at $709,900. Exceptional value for a pool home on a double lot in the highly desirable Forest Lakes Community. This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers approximately 2,390 sq. ft. of living space on a 14,000 sq. ft. lot with no mandatory HOA, providing excellent flexibility and convenience in a prime Sarasota location. Situated on a quiet no-outlet street, the property provides privacy while remaining close to Sarasota’s most sought-after amenities. The home is a short distance to the newly renovated Palms Golf Club at Forest Lakes, including the driving range, making it ideal for golf enthusiasts. A circular driveway and extended rear driveway offer ample parking, while the impressive 700 sq. ft. garage—connected to the home by a covered breezeway—provides outstanding versatility for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Recent improvements include a new roof (2018), HVAC system (2021), pool resurfacing (2022), and all new ductwork. Outdoor living is enhanced by a large fenced yard and a deep (approx. 10 ft.) resurfaced pool, creating a private space for entertainment, recreation, or relaxation. The home’s central location places you just minutes from Siesta Key Beach, Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Detwiler’s Farm Market, University Town Center, and the Legacy Trail. With its combination of location, updates, land size, and potential, 1861 Riviera Circle presents a rare opportunity to own a well-positioned Sarasota property with significant value and room to customize. This home is ready for its next owner to make it their own.
  1. Listed by Tina Clements • Brokerage DRE #1030924 • RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
    P: (941)-313-4175 C: (941)-313-4175 Tinaclementsrealtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 1861 Riviera Circle

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
ORANGE GROVE PARK
Township
36
Garage Spaces
2
View
Pool
Waterfront
No
Furnished
Unfurnished
LISTING UPDATED: 12/31/2025 01:08 PM

Property Details for 1861 Riviera Circle

StatusSold
MLS #A4668304
Days on Market57
Taxes$6,948 / year
HOA Fees$100 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1974
Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,500 SF
CountySarasota County
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Sold By BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICE, Cheri Ivarsson

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Building Information for 1861 Riviera Circle

Stories-Year Built1974Building Size-Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,500 SF

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Property Information for 1861 Riviera Circle

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 3618.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Deed Restrictions
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: Located between Bee Ridge and Bahia Vista, off Beneva rd, east onto Riviera Dr at stop light. First left onto Riviera Cir, follow around to 1861 on left
  • Elementary School: Wilkinson Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Brookside Middle
  • High School: Sarasota High
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Dead-End, Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Forest Lakes Country Club Estates
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 1861
  • Street Name: RIVIERA
  • Street Suffix: CIRCLE
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 32x22
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Golf Cart Parking, Guest, Off Street, Oversized
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Requirement: Optional
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: F
  • Tax Book Number: 7-1
  • Tax Legal Description: LOTS 20 & 21 BLK F & 1/2 VAC HUNTINGTON AVE ADJ ORANGE GROVE PARK
  • Tax Lot: 20
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Oversized Lot, Private, Street Dead-End
  • Parcel Number: 0060030009
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RSF3
  • Living Area: 2390
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1974
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 03-27-2024
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12115C0153G
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 18
  • Public Survey Section: 34
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Dog Run, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Screen Enclosure
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: No
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Family Room, Formal Dining Room Separate, Formal Living Room Separate, Inside Utility
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, L Dining, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 14.0
  • Water View: No
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 1861 Riviera Circle

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 31, 2025

Sold

MFRMLS #A4668304

$640,000—
Dec 18, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #A4668304

—
Dec 11, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4668304

$709,900—
Dec 3, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4668304

$749,500—
Nov 14, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4668304

$799,000—
Oct 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4668304

$825,000—
Mar 13, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #110220891

$249,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/31/2025

Sold

MFRMLS #A4668304

$640,000
12/18/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #A4668304

—
12/11/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4668304

$709,900
12/03/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4668304

$749,500
11/14/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4668304

$799,000
10/22/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4668304

$825,000
03/13/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #110220891

$249,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1861 Riviera Circle

Taxable ValueLand$176,900Additions$374,700Total$551,600
Tax Record2025$6,124 ($510 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,390 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,390 SqFtStories1Lot Size14,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1974Year Renovated1999ZoningRSF3CountySARASOTAAPN0060-03-0009

Schools near 1861 Riviera Circle

This home is within Sarasota.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Wilkinson Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Brookside Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Sarasota High School
Public - 9 to 12
Triad Alternative School
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wilkinson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Brookside Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sarasota High School
Public9 to 12

Triad Alternative School
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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