William Fortner
GALLERY PROPERTIES INTERNATIONAL
(941) 977-2775
26 Total Sales
1 in South Gate Ridge
$442,000 Price
3978 Helene St Sarasota, FL 34233
South Gate Ridge NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $583,918
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,960
Sq Ft
$298/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Screened Pool
- Open Floorplan
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Riverview High School Rated A
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of April 2026Welcome to 3978 Helene St — a Perfectly remodeled, move-in-ready BLOCK home sitting on an oversized lot in a NO FLOOD ZONE, located in a TOP-RATED school zone JUST 10 minutes from the beach in a friendly, established neighborhood.
This home delivers peace of mind with major upgrades already completed, including a 2020 ROOF, a brand new 2024 hurricane GARAGE door, a BRAND NEW 2023 screened and freshly paved oversized pool area, a NEW spa, and a full IRRIGATION system covering all plants around the property plumbing inspection was done report came back with amazingly clean pipes.
Inside, the home has been beautifully remodeled with all new luxury vinyl flooring throughout, two stunning fully remodeled designer bathrooms, and soaring 10-FOOT vaulted ceilings that create an open, high-end feel the moment you walk in.
The main living area is anchored by a show-stopping 10-foot luxury electric fireplace, creating a true statement centerpiece. A rare bonus feature is your very own indoor plant / sun room, bringing natural light and life directly into the home.
Step outside to your oversized screened pool area and spa — perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying Florida living year-round.
With big-ticket items already done, modern luxury finishes throughout, and a premium location close to beaches, top schools, and daily conveniences, this is a true move-in-ready opportunity.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX PALM REALTY OF VENICE Brokerage Phone: 941-451-2025 License #3627860 Listed on: 02/14/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,990
Year Built
- Built in 1983
Lot Details
- 10,000 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Private Entrance
- Permeable Paving
- Well Sprinkler System
- Private Yard
- Garden
- Property is zoned RSF2
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,960 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Electric Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- French Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Solid Wood Cabinet
Flooring
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- Screened Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- Above Ground Spa
- Fence Around Pool
- Pool Lighting
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Private Mailbox
Schools
- Alta Vista Elementary School
- Riverview Middle School
- Riverview High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Thermostat
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Forest Lakes Community
- Forest Lakes South Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Tax Lot 19
- Assessor Parcel Number 0070110027
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 14, 2026
Closed on
Apr 1, 2026
Sold by
David Melman Llc
Bought by
Seller's Agent
David Melman
RE/MAX PALM REALTY OF VENICE
Buyer's Agent
Natalie Pankonin
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.67%
Views
160
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
-$11,082
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.00%
Original Mortgage
$577,150
Outstanding Balance
$574,839
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$9,079
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 20, 2026
Sold by
Marie Harris
Bought by
David Melman Llc
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 10, 2022
Closed on
Aug 12, 2022
Sold by
Goldis Joshua D
Bought by
Harris Patricia Marie
Seller's Agent
Patrick Ritchey
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Maglione
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$572,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,500
-4.42%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.48%
Original Mortgage
$383,240
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 15, 2020
Closed on
Jul 21, 2020
Sold by
Miller Zachary and Miller Amy
Bought by
Goldis Joshua D
Seller's Agent
John Fevrier
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
Buyer's Agent
Patrick Ritchey
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
List Price
$345,000
Sold Price
$345,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
27.87%
Original Mortgage
$276,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 8, 2009
Sold by
Stanis Brian
Bought by
Miller Zachary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$155,959
Interest Rate
5.48%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 2007
Sold by
Stubbs Todd A and Desloge Carolina A
Bought by
Stubbs Todd A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2005
Sold by
Ridenour Katherine L
Bought by
Stanis Brian F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$281,600
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 19, 2000
Sold by
Berg Bruce H and Berg Carol H
Bought by
Berg Carol H
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 28, 2000
Sold by
Vaughn Susan E and Pope Susan Vaughn
Bought by
Ridenour Katherine L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 18, 1998
Sold by
Boardman Edgar S and Boardman Carole L
Bought by
Pope John L and Vaughn Susan E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 1996
Sold by
Carmichael Neil
Bought by
Johnston Angela
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 20, 1995
Sold by
Barnett Bk Sw Fl
Bought by
Ingorvaia Angelo and Duffy Brian
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 1995
Sold by
Clerk Circuit Court
Bought by
Ingorvaia Angelo and Duffy Brian
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 1994
Sold by
Wintter Christopher Q
Bought by
Barnett Bk Sw Fl
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in South Gate Ridge, FL
-
William Fortner
-
Albert Wooster
Albert Wooster
ALBERT WOOSTER & COMPANY
(941) 270-8553
72 Total Sales
2 in South Gate Ridge
$142K - $279K Price Range
-
Sophia Kramedas-Ghanayem
Sophia Kramedas-Ghanayem
THE AGENCY SARASOTA
(302) 240-1307
34 Total Sales
1 in South Gate Ridge
$287,500 Price
-
Jim Comly
Jim Comly
LPT REALTY, LLC
(484) 806-9070
54 Total Sales
1 in South Gate Ridge
$279,900 Price
-
Mugsie Quinlan
Mugsie Quinlan
PREMIER PROPERTIES OF SRQ LLC
(941) 256-2366
168 Total Sales
1 in South Gate Ridge
$351,000 Price
-
Georgia Salaverri
Georgia Salaverri
COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
(941) 231-7874
91 Total Sales
1 in South Gate Ridge
$410,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $595,000 | United Wholesale Mortgage | ||
| David Melman Llc | $400,000 | Simplifile | |
| Harris Patricia Marie | $572,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Goldis Joshua D | $345,000 | Attorney | |
| Miller Zachary | $158,000 | Integrity Title Services Inc | |
| Stubbs Todd A | -- | Attorney | |
| Stanis Brian F | $352,000 | Furlong Title Company | |
| Berg Carol H | -- | -- | |
| Ridenour Katherine L | $165,000 | -- | |
| Pope John L | $150,000 | -- | |
| Johnston Angela | -- | -- | |
| Ingorvaia Angelo | -- | -- | |
| Ingorvaia Angelo | $25,000 | -- | |
| Barnett Bk Sw Fl | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $577,150 | ||
| Closed | Harris Patricia Marie | $383,240 | |
| Previous Owner | Goldis Joshua D | $308,300 | |
| Previous Owner | Goldis Joshua D | $276,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Miller Zachary | $155,959 | |
| Previous Owner | Stanis Brian F | $281,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Stanis Brian F | $70,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Ridenour Katherine L | $42,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Gabrick Thomas F | $97,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2026 04/01/26 | Sold | $595,000 | -0.7% | $304 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/19/2026 02/19/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/14/2026 02/14/26 | For Sale | $599,000 | +4.6% | $306 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/12/2022 08/12/22 | Sold | $572,500 | -2.1% | $292 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/08/2022 07/08/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/05/2022 07/05/22 | Price Changed | $584,900 | -2.4% | $298 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/10/2022 06/10/22 | For Sale | $599,000 | +73.6% | $306 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/21/2020 07/21/20 | Sold | $345,000 | 0.0% | $176 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/17/2020 06/17/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/14/2020 06/14/20 | For Sale | $345,000 | -- | $176 / Sq Ft |
Source: Stellar MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $5,064 | $403,400 | $109,500 | $293,900 |
| 2024 | $5,249 | $413,700 | $136,000 | $277,700 |
| 2023 | $5,249 | $397,300 | $121,500 | $275,800 |
| 2022 | $3,590 | $293,859 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,526 | $285,300 | $77,000 | $208,300 |
| 2020 | $2,090 | $165,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,003 | $161,388 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,942 | $158,379 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,930 | $155,121 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,947 | $225,600 | $79,000 | $146,600 |
| 2015 | $1,976 | $216,800 | $70,300 | $146,500 |
| 2014 | $1,967 | $147,465 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
David Melman
Seller's Agent in 2026
David Melman
RE/MAX
(941) 525-7004
2 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Natalie Pankonin
NP
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Natalie Pankonin
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(941) 544-2914
1 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Patrick Ritchey
Seller's Agent in 2022
Patrick Ritchey
RE/MAX
(941) 284-7287
4 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Jeffrey Maglione
JM
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Jeffrey Maglione
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(941) 349-4411
2 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
John Fevrier
Seller's Agent in 2020
John Fevrier
RE/MAX
(941) 284-2992
153 Total Sales
-
JR
Buyer's Agent in 2020
J Patrick Ritchey
RE/MAX
Map
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: N6142850
APN: 0070-11-0027
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