NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3556 E Forest Lake Dr Sarasota, FL 34232

Estimated Value: $1,138,000 - $1,258,975

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,887 Sq Ft
$309/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 30, 2025

Last sale price $1,175,000 $302 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,583/month

302 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Screened Pool
  • Community Lake
  • Brookside Middle School Rated A-
  • 0.91 Acre Lot
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2025

This is the one you've been waiting for! * PANORAMIC LAKE VIEWS ON ALMOST 1 ACRE * RECENTLY REMODELED IN 2021 OFFERING A BLEND OF CLASSIC ELEGANCE & CONTEMPORARY DESIGN * 5 Bedrooms & 3.5 Baths * 3948+/- sqft A/C * NEW ROOF 2020 * 3 UPGRADED A/C SYSTEMS * Step into the first floor living area where a formal living room welcomes you with a built-in bookshelf, bay window and serene views of the landscaped property. The beautifully remodeled kitchen, expanded to capture lake views, boasts custom cabinetry, under-counter lighting, quartz countertops, a wine refrigerator and a large center island. Adjacent to the kitchen, the family room has a stunning wall of windows showcasing lake views and seamlessly connects to the garage and carport area. The primary suite exudes sophistication, featuring a charming sitting area with a wood-burning fireplace, a voluminous walk-in closet, and a luxuriously redone bathroom with dual vanities, spa tub, and a glass walk-in shower. Your guests will enjoy privacy in the well-appointed guest suite with its own full bath and laundry closet. The expansive pool area was added during the remodel featuring a new paver deck, saltwater heated swimming pool and lush landscaping, invites you to indulge in leisure and relaxation. With a new roof, 3 upgraded HVAC systems and numerous enhancements at every turn, this residence is a testament to modern luxury and timeless appeal. Residents of Old Forest Lakes enjoy a wealth of amenities, just moments from world-renowned beaches, St. Armand’s Circle and downtown Sarasota * One look & you'll fall in love *

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Brown

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP Brokerage Phone: 941-954-5454 License #3273843 Listed on: 09/12/2024

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

Co-Listed By

Glenn Brown

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP Brokerage Phone: 941-954-5454 License #0567385

Last Buyer's Agent

Ryan Brown

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP Brokerage Phone: 941-954-5454 License #3273843 Listed on: 09/12/2024

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,215

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 0.91 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • East Facing Home
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Irrigation Equipment
  • Landscaped with Trees
  • Property is zoned RE2

HOA Fees

  • $21 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Pool

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 3,887 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Inside Utility
  • Attic Fan
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range Hood
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Brick
  • Laminate
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Screened Pool
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Wilkinson Elementary School
  • Brookside Middle School
  • Sarasota High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Forest Lakes Community
  • Old Forest Lakes Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,215

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$21 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block, Frame, Wood Siding
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3887
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.91
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Building Area Total: 3948
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 39509
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Direction: E
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MFR281518938
  • Co List Office Phone: 941-954-5454
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 366.78
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Minimum Lease: 1 Month
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 302.29
  • Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Lake
  • Attribution Contact: 941-954-5454
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Spa Yn: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, Rods
  • Additional Rooms: Family Room,Formal Dining Room Separate,Formal Living Room Separate,Great Room,Inside Utility
  • Living Area Meters: 361.11

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Pool, Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Screened
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Access: Lake
  • Water View: Lake
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter
  • Cooling: Central Air, Attic Fan
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Canal/Lake For Irrigation

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 21
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Pet Restrictions: BUYER/BUYER AGENT TO VERIFY PER COUNTY RESTRICTIONS.
  • Association Fee Requirement: Optional

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 252.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 21.00
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 21.00

Schools

  • Elementary School: Wilkinson Elementary
  • High School: Sarasota High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Brookside Middle

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RE2
  • Parcel Number: 0061110012
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Flood Zone Code: x

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: BUYER/BUYER AGENT TO VERIFY PER COUNTY RESTRICTIONS.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10215.26
  • Tax Block: B
  • Tax Book Number: 7-66
  • Tax Lot: 10

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Approval Process: BUYER/BUYER AGENT TO VERIFY PER COUNTY RESTRICTIONS.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2024
Closed on
Jul 30, 2025
Sold by
Bronson Ronald J and Bronson Sara H
Bought by
Golding Davis F and Alley Kristen Mayo
Seller's Agent
Ryan Brown
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Brown
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$575,000
-32.86%
Views
146
Current Estimated Value
$1,199,244

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$24,244
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.35%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2024
Closed on
Feb 15, 2024
Sold by
Jacob Geoffrey and Jacob Pamela
Bought by
Bronson Ronald J and Bronson Sara H
Seller's Agent
Maggie Hicks
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Brown
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$1,670,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-1.71%
Views
11

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-21.66%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 2, 2020
Closed on
Aug 17, 2020
Sold by
Dickinson Patrick Vance and Barbara V Dickinson Trust
Bought by
Jacob Geoffrey and Jacob Pamela
Seller's Agent
Jeaneen Wiegand
WIEGAND REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Maggie Hicks
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$939,000
Sold Price
$770,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$169,000
-18%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
24.68%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2009
Sold by
Dickinson Barbara V
Bought by
Dickinson Barbara
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Golding Davis F $1,175,000 Mccullough Legal Services
Bronson Ronald J $1,670,000 None Listed On Document
Jacob Geoffrey $770,000 Attorney
Dickinson Barbara -- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Sold $1,175,000 -8.6% $302 / Sq Ft
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Pending -- -- --
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Price Changed $1,285,000 -7.2% $331 / Sq Ft
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Price Changed $1,385,000 -7.6% $356 / Sq Ft
02/19/2025 02/19/25 Price Changed $1,499,000 +0.6% $386 / Sq Ft
02/18/2025 02/18/25 Price Changed $1,490,000 -6.6% $383 / Sq Ft
11/20/2024 11/20/24 Price Changed $1,595,000 -5.9% $410 / Sq Ft
10/07/2024 10/07/24 Price Changed $1,695,000 -3.1% $436 / Sq Ft
09/12/2024 09/12/24 For Sale $1,750,000 +4.8% $450 / Sq Ft
02/19/2024 02/19/24 Sold $1,670,000 -1.7% $430 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/29/2024 01/29/24 Pending -- -- --
01/09/2024 01/09/24 For Sale $1,699,000 +120.6% $437 / Sq Ft
08/17/2020 08/17/20 Sold $770,000 -12.4% $195 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/24/2020 07/24/20 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2020 06/16/20 Price Changed $879,000 -6.4% $223 / Sq Ft
03/02/2020 03/02/20 For Sale $939,000 -- $238 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2025 $16,240 $1,285,900 $611,000 $674,900
2024 $10,215 $1,307,300 $634,500 $672,800
2023 $10,215 $822,551 $0 $0
2022 $9,832 $790,535 $0 $0
2021 $7,990 $614,500 $371,400 $243,100
2020 $8,410 $608,900 $398,000 $210,900
2019 $3,660 $260,101 $0 $0
2018 $3,577 $255,251 $0 $0
2017 $3,553 $250,001 $0 $0
2016 $3,536 $424,800 $196,200 $228,600
2015 $3,594 $506,500 $311,000 $195,500
2014 $3,588 $237,662 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: A4623123

Stellar MLS

APN: 0061-11-0012