Seller's Agent in 2025
Chris Kernan
RE/MAX
(941) 544-2460
5 in this area
25 Total Sales
2523 Darwin Ave Sarasota, FL 34239
Southgate Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,464
Sq Ft
10,230
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Clubhouse
- Bamboo Flooring
- Brookside Middle School Rated A-
- Ranch Style House
- Garden View
About This Home
As of June 2025**Motivated Seller With New Price Reduction** WELCOME TO this SPACIOUS AND WELL MAINTAINED HOME in the Highly Desirable SOUTH GATE Neighborhood in Sarasota, Florida! One Look and You Will Fall in Love with 2523 DARWIN AVE. Affordably Priced 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage Home With 1,464 Square Feet of Living Space and a 350 Sq. Ft. screened lanai that expands the living area.. Nicely Located on a Quiet Street. MOVE-IN CONDITION! The OPEN PLAN Seamlessly Connects the Living room, Dining Room and Kitchen. Plenty of light in the Great room with 10 Foot Sliding Doors that open to the Large Screened Lanai. UPDATED KITCHEN with Solid Surface Counters and Wood Cabinets. Breakfast Nook with Built-in Glass Cabinet. Oversized 2 Car Garage with Great Storage Space or Potential Workshop. NEW ROOF IN JANUARY 2023. NEW WASHER AND DRYER IN DEC. 24. Freshly Painted Exterior January 2025. Many Updates Throughout, with the Original Deco-Inspired Baths adding to the Charm of this Home. VERY PRIVATE FENCED YARD (Just Under 1/4 acre) - Perfect for Gardening, Entertaining and your Furry Friends to Roam. Plenty of ROOM FOR A POOL. Beautiful Terrazzo Floors in Most Rooms and the Lanai. Bamboo Floor in Kitchen and Dining Room. Whole House Re-piped with CPVC and New Sewer Line in 2009.Great location - Several Restaurants Within Walking Distance; Only 4 miles to the Sarasota Bayfront and the Downtown Theater and Arts District; 7 miles to Top Rated Siesta Key Beach; less than 3 miles to the Sarasota Memorial Medical Complex and only 1 mile to the Legacy Trail. Optional membership in the South Gate Community Assn for $200 per year includes use of the Community Pool, many special events and the 5 Acre Park on Phillippi Creek.Perfect for Primary Home, Investment Property or Seasonal Residence. Come see this home soon or you will miss out on a great buy!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP Brokerage Phone: 941-954-5454 License #0479249 Listed on: 01/20/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,299
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 10,230 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 93 x 111 x 103 x 109
- West Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Mature Landscaping
- Property is zoned RSF-2
HOA Fees
- $17 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Block Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,464 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Shelving
- Ceiling Fan
- Sliding Doors
- Great Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Garden Views
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Solid Wood Cabinet
- Disposal
Flooring
- Bamboo
- Terrazzo
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Hurricane or Storm Shutters
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Wilkinson Elementary School
- Brookside Middle School
- Sarasota High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Legal Lot and Block 9 / 6
- Assessor Parcel Number 0058100009
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include pool, recreational facilities
- Manager South Gate Comm. Assn Association, Phone Number (941) 955-4597
- Visit Association Website
- South Gate Community
- South Gate Subdivision
- Association Owns Recreation Facilities
- The community has rules related to deed restrictions
Amenities
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Recreation Facilities
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 20, 2025
Closed on
Jun 5, 2025
Sold by
Easter Fay J and Fay J Easter Revocable Trust
Bought by
Lefton Jacob
Seller's Agent
Chris Kernan
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
Buyer's Agent
Richard Dear
SUNCOAST LUXURY PROPERTIES
List Price
$429,500
Sold Price
$374,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-12.81%
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$14,684
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.50%
Original Mortgage
$299,600
Outstanding Balance
$299,600
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$87,002
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 28, 2021
Sold by
Mancini Matthew Francis Lane
Bought by
Home Advisor Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2018
Sold by
Easter Fay J
Bought by
Easter Fay Joann and Fauy J Easter Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2007
Sold by
Lockhart Charles S
Bought by
Easter Fay J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 1999
Sold by
Garlington Michael E and Garlington Anne R
Bought by
Lockhart Charles S and Lockhart Martha J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$86,800
Interest Rate
7.04%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 8, 1998
Sold by
Garlington Anne R and Riker Anne C
Bought by
Garlington Michael E and Garlington Anne R
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $374,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $350,000 | Legacy Title & Escrow Llc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $230,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $108,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $299,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $84,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $86,800 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | Sold | $374,500 | -2.7% | $256 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2025 04/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2025 04/11/25 | Price Changed | $384,900 | -2.6% | $263 / Sq Ft |
| 03/31/2025 03/31/25 | Price Changed | $395,000 | -4.2% | $270 / Sq Ft |
| 03/14/2025 03/14/25 | Price Changed | $412,500 | -2.9% | $282 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2025 02/07/25 | Price Changed | $425,000 | -1.0% | $290 / Sq Ft |
| 01/20/2025 01/20/25 | For Sale | $429,500 | -- | $293 / Sq Ft |
Source: Stellar MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,203 | $94,467 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $1,203 | $91,716 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,127 | $89,045 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,113 | $86,451 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,094 | $85,257 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,033 | $83,340 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $989 | $81,786 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $979 | $80,104 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $970 | $189,100 | $100,800 | $88,300 |
| 2015 | $982 | $140,900 | $64,400 | $76,500 |
| 2014 | $976 | $76,151 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Chris Kernan
-
Richard Dear
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Richard Dear
SUNCOAST LUXURY PROPERTIES
(941) 504-5348
3 in this area
19 Total Sales
Map
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: A4636015
APN: 0058-10-0009
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