Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds3,437 sqft

6831 Porter Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.08 acresLot Size
1980Year Built
$189/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Lovely, lakefront pool home on over 1.2 acres with no HOA or deed restriction located in the heart of Sarasota. Meander down a true canopy road on your way to your own private oasis. Upon entering you will be greeted by a large living/dining space complete with newer flooring. Follow through to the large kitchen over looking the pool and you'll find yourself in the family room with high vaulted ceiling and exposed wood beams. There are three generously sized bedrooms and bathrooms ideal for entertaining...Lovely, lakefront pool home on over 1.2 acres with no HOA or deed restriction located in the heart of Sarasota. Meander down a true canopy road on your way to your own private oasis. Upon entering you will be greeted by a large living/dining space complete with newer flooring. Follow through to the large kitchen over looking the pool and you'll find yourself in the family room with high vaulted ceiling and exposed wood beams. There are three generously sized bedrooms and bathrooms ideal for entertaining or growing family. Owners have just had a brand new roof installed and 5 ton AC on this spacious home. Owners have also added impact windows throughout, pavered pool deck and sun deck and pool resurface as well as adding a fully fenced and secured yard for your fur babies. Out back are long lake views to enjoy a beautiful sunset.
  • Listed by: Jonnie Buffaline 941.266.8424 jonniefl@verizon.net Brokerage DRE #1035247 • BRIGHT REALTY
Listing closed: 05/07/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: A4492841
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$697,000

Avg days on market

45

Sale-to-list ratio

88.1%

Sarasota, FL

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Square Feet
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Location

Listing Courtesy of BRIGHT REALTY, Jonnie Buffaline

Sold By CENTURY 21 BEGGINS ENTERPRISES, Neil Witts

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Property Information for 6831 Porter Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $4,088 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Subdivision Name: SHADOW OAKS
  • Township: 36
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • View: Trees/Woods, Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Lake

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1980
  • Lot Size: 1.08 AC / 46,827 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: Property sits between Fruitville and Bee Ridge. Just east of 75 on Porter Rd. Fruitville to Porter Rd. head south to property. Or East on Bee Ridge to Sarasota Golf Club Blvd. Turn left on Shadow Oaks, left on Porter
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Shadow Oaks
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 6831
  • Street Name: Porter
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Book Number: 23-9
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 39 SHADOW OAKS
  • Tax Lot: 39
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Property

Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 0238160010
  • Total Acreage: 1 to less than 2
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RE2
  • Living Area: 3437
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1980
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 11-04-2016
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12115C0160F
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Public Survey Range: 19
  • Public Survey Section: 30
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Available, Sprinkler Well
  • Water Source: Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Exterior Features: Dog Run, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Features: Lake
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 80
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Additional Rooms: Family Room, Formal Dining Room Separate, Inside Utility
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Electric
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Skylight(s), Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 7.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Thermal Windows
  • Bathrooms Half: 0

Rental

Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0

Property History for 6831 Porter Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 7, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1459652991

$650,000

+3.0% / yr

May 7, 2021

Sold

MFRMLS #A4492841

$650,000—
Apr 16, 2021

Pending

MFRMLS #A4492841

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/07/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1459652991

$650,000

+3.0% / yr

05/07/2021

Sold

MFRMLS #A4492841

$650,000
04/16/2021

Pending

MFRMLS #A4492841

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

Public records

6831 Porter Road

Beds

3

Baths

3

Total Finished SqFt

3,437 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

3,437 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

46,827 SqFt

Schools near 6831 Porter Road

This home is within Sarasota County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tatum Ridge Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Mcintosh Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sarasota High School
Public9 to 12

Oak Park School
PublicK to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 6831 Porter Road, Sarasota, FL 34240
$650,000
3
3,437
46,827
$899,000
3
2,376
44,039
$450,000
3
2,106
10,235
$185,000
3
1,814
10,235
$382,000
3
2,386
10,235
–
3
2
1,300
47,001

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Listing Courtesy of BRIGHT REALTY, Jonnie Buffaline

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