8048 Rio Bella Place

Sold 10/16/20
Sold 10/16/20
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$362,500
3 beds1,905 sqft
8048 Rio Bella Pl, University Park, FL 34201
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.15 acresLot Size
2014Year Built
$190/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$680 / quarterHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Immaculate move-in ready home set in the wonderful gated and MAINTENANCE FREE community, Riva Trace. Meticulously maintained, this is the best-priced pool home in the entire Sarasota area! You’ll be impressed with all the upgrades this home has to offer because it lives like a true luxury home without the expensive price tag. The large foyer with cathedral ceilings leads you to the spacious open concept living area with tall 10’ tray ceilings. High-end designer light fixtures were upgraded throughout...Immaculate move-in ready home set in the wonderful gated and MAINTENANCE FREE community, Riva Trace. Meticulously maintained, this is the best-priced pool home in the entire Sarasota area! You’ll be impressed with all the upgrades this home has to offer because it lives like a true luxury home without the expensive price tag. The large foyer with cathedral ceilings leads you to the spacious open concept living area with tall 10’ tray ceilings. High-end designer light fixtures were upgraded throughout along with extensive crown molding and trim work in the main living areas. Your beautiful gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, SS appliances including a natural gas range! The living space opens to the large covered lanai through 12’ pocketing sliders, perfect for entertaining. You’ll love the large and deep salt water heated and chilled pool complete with fountain. The screened-in lanai offers plenty of seating around the pool and under the covered patio which is equipped with gas and water hookups for an outdoor kitchen. Sleep soundly with PGT hurricane rated windows and spray foam insulation that doesn’t allow for any exterior noise! The impressive master suite has new carpeting, his and her walk-in closets, and access to the covered lanai and pool. The large ensuite bathroom features a walk-in frameless glass shower, private commode and ample vanity space. Men will especially love the oversized two car garage with 9’ tall doors plus extra room for long vehicles and storage. The community is set on the Braden river with a kayak launch and a peaceful nature trail, yet is very close to UTC with loads of shopping and restaurants. Check out the virtual tour and call for a detailed information sheet of all the upgrades and features. A must see home at a fantastic price.
  • Listed by: Seth Westerberg 941.342.7653 sethw@kw.com Brokerage DRE #1045241 • KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER
Listing closed: 10/16/2020 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: A4477142

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 8048 Rio Bella Place

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,594 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Manatee County
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Subdivision Name: RIVA TRACE
  • Township: 35
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • View: Garden, Pool
  • Waterfront: No
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Lot Size: 0.15 AC / 6,600 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2797.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Fishing, Gated, Sidewalks
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: From University, head North onto Honore. 1.6 miles turn right into Riva Trace Community (just after the fire station). Rio Bella is the street name, continue to end of road and veer left around the curve and the house is on the right.
  • Elementary School: Robert E Willis Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Braden River Middle
  • High School: Braden River High
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Dead-End, Private Road
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Riva Trace
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 8048
  • Street Name: RIO BELLA
  • Street Suffix: PLACE
  • State: FL
  • City: UNIVERSITY PARK
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 26x24
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Guest, Off Street, Oversized
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: Yes
  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Private Road, Security
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: C & S Management
  • Association Phone: 941360777
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Number Of Pets: 2
  • Pet Restrictions: See HOA docs
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 62 RIVA TRACE PI#19189.1410/9
  • Tax Lot: 62
  • Tax Year: 2019
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Additional Water Information: Kayak Launch to Braden River
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Sidewalk, Street Dead-End
  • Parcel Number: 1918914109
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: River
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: BRADEN RIVER
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: PDR/WPE/
  • Living Area: 1905
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 2014
  • Association Amenities: Gated, Maintenance, Other, Security
  • Flood Zone Code: X500
  • Flood Zone Date: 03-17-2014
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12081C0340E
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 18
  • Public Survey Section: 25
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Brick, Concrete, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Lighting
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Dimensions: 24' x 12'
  • Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Other, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure, Tile
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Tile
  • Security Features: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa: No
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Breakfast Room Separate, Formal Dining Room Separate
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Hardwood
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Solid Surface Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 9.0
  • Water View: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Rods
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 1
  • Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions

Property History for 8048 Rio Bella Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 16, 2020

Sold

MFRMLS #A4477142

$362,500—
Oct 14, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #681181498

$362,500

-0.8% / yr

Sep 7, 2020

Pending

MFRMLS #A4477142

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/16/2020

Sold

MFRMLS #A4477142

$362,500
10/14/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #681181498

$362,500

-0.8% / yr

09/07/2020

Pending

MFRMLS #A4477142

—

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

Public Records for 8048 Rio Bella Place

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$4,073 ($339 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,905 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,905 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2014Year Renovated2015ZoningPD-RCountyMANATEEAPN19189-1410-9

Schools near 8048 Rio Bella Place

This home is within School District of Manatee County.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Robert Willis Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Braden River Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Braden River High School
Public - 9 to 12
Manatee Technical Institute
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Robert Willis Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Braden River Middle School
Public6 to 8

Braden River High School
Public9 to 12

Manatee Technical Institute
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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$362,500
3
1,905
6,600
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