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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,484 sqft$430/sqft
536 Ralph St, Sarasota, FL 34242
Single FamilyProperty Type
8,944 sq ftLot Size
1956Year Built
$430/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Classic Mid-Century Modern 3 bed, 3 bath pool home on Siesta Key with long canal views only 8 minutes from the Intracoastal Waterway by boat! This dramatic two-story Ralph Twitchell design—with floor-to-ceiling windows, skylights, fireplace, terrazzo, wood floors, mature trees, over-sized lanai and ideal rear southern exposure for optimal natural light throughout—has been dutifully updated with a new roof, new dock, new appliances and more. "The Ralph House" is ideally located within minutes of the...Classic Mid-Century Modern 3 bed, 3 bath pool home on Siesta Key with long canal views only 8 minutes from the Intracoastal Waterway by boat! This dramatic two-story Ralph Twitchell design—with floor-to-ceiling windows, skylights, fireplace, terrazzo, wood floors, mature trees, over-sized lanai and ideal rear southern exposure for optimal natural light throughout—has been dutifully updated with a new roof, new dock, new appliances and more. "The Ralph House" is ideally located within minutes of the world-famous Siesta Key Beach, Siesta Village, and the Out-of-Door Academy.
  • Listed by: CHRISTINA PITCHFORD, PA 941.350.4411 christina@yourhometownconsultant.com Brokerage DRE #218541 • ALLEN REAL ESTATE SERVICES INC
Listing closed: 01/29/2014 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: A3988370

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$650,000

Avg days on market

92

Sale-to-list ratio

82.5%

Sarasota, FL

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Location

Listing Courtesy of ALLEN REAL ESTATE SERVICES INC, CHRISTINA PITCHFORD, PA

Sold By SARABAY REAL ESTATE INC, MICHAEL HOLDERNESS

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Property Information for 536 Ralph Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,386 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Custom, Florida, Historical, Other
  • Subdivision Name: OCEAN BEACH REPLAT 2
  • Township: 37
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • View: Trees/Woods, Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Canal
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Lot Size: 0.21 AC / 8,944 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2276.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: None
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: From Ocean Blvd or Midnight Pass Rd, SOUTH on Higel to first RIGHT past ODA. House is second on the LEFT.
  • Elementary School: Phillippi Shores Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Brookside Middle
  • High School: Sarasota High
  • Millage Rate: 13.43%
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • Subdivision Num: 0973
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Ocean Beach
  • Street Number: 536
  • Street Name: RALPH
  • Street Suffix: STREET
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Carport: Yes
  • Parking Features: Covered, Guest, In Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Book Number: 0006/0024
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 4 OCEAN BEACH REPLAT NO 2
  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amt: $0
  • Tax Year: 2012
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Future Land Use: 0100
  • Lot Features: FloodZone
  • Parcel Number: 0079140006
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: Canal - Saltwater
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Extras: Seawall - Concrete
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Seawall - Concrete
  • Zoning: RSF2
  • Living Area: 1484
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1956
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Public Survey Range: 17
  • Public Survey Section: 01
  • Dock Description: Dock - Slip Deeded On-Site
Utilities
  • Green Energy Efficient: Lighting, Thermostat
  • Green Water Conservation: Water Recycling
  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Metal Frame, Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Green Landscaping: Rain Water Harvesting
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: Indoor
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Membrane
  • Spa: Yes
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Features: Canal - Saltwater
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 80
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Additional Rooms: Storage Rooms
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Terrazzo, Hardwood
  • Green Indoor Air Quality: Ventilation
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 8.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Blinds, Window Treatments
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 536 Ralph Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 29, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #404004890

$638,000

+7.3% / yr

Jan 29, 2014

Sold

MFRMLS #A3988370

$638,000
Jan 3, 2014

Pending

MFRMLS #A3988370

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/29/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #404004890

$638,000

+7.3% / yr

01/29/2014

Sold

MFRMLS #A3988370

$638,000
01/03/2014

Pending

MFRMLS #A3988370

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

Public Records for 536 Ralph Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$8,003 ($667 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt984 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt984 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,944 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956Year Renovated2011ZoningRSF2; SKODCountySARASOTAAPN0079-14-0006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 536 Ralph Street

This home is within Sarasota.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Brookside Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sarasota High School
Public9 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 536 Ralph Street, Sarasota, FL 34242
$638,000
3
1,484
8,944
$1,010,000
3
2,012
11,352
$650,000
3
2,219
8,740
3
3
1,876
8,968
$930,000
15,621
$825,000
4
1,934
8,740

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Listing Courtesy of ALLEN REAL ESTATE SERVICES INC, CHRISTINA PITCHFORD, PA

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