$525,000
SOLD JUL 11, 2025

4978 Cedar Oak Way Sarasota, FL 34233

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,242 Sq Ft
10,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$234 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake View
  • Community Lake
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Ashton Elementary School Rated A
  • Home Office
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of July 2025

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. This exceptional residence in the Three Oaks neighborhood in Sarasota, Florida, features 2,242 square feet of versatile living space, 3 bedrooms, an office, 2-1/2 baths and a generous, fully screened lanai with water views. Spacious rooms, water views, tray ceilings and fabulous location, it’s all here for you at 4978 Cedar Oak Way in Sarasota. This home is back on the market with a brand new tile roof in May 2025 AND a reduced price! On the fence about whether you like open concept or defined spaces? Get the best of both! The separate living and family rooms connected by decorative openings, provide distinct areas for relaxation and entertainment. The living room is enhanced by a convenient wet bar, perfect for hosting gatherings. The kitchen includes a breakfast bar and pantry and is open to the living room for easy conversation. Those with an eye for interior design possibilities will appreciate the recessed lighting, architectural niches and attractive flooring throughout the home. Step outside to a spacious enclosed lanai, ideal for adding a hot tub or enjoying bug-free evenings outdoors—a coveted aspect of Florida living. The lawn is efficient to maintain with its irrigation system which is fed from a well. The primary suite features an en-suite bathroom with both a walk-in closet and a reach-in closet for ample storage, a soaking tub and separate shower. Guest bedrooms are located on the opposite side of the house, ensuring privacy for all. An office/den serves as an excellent room to work from home. The builder thoughtfully situated and designed this home to feature water views from the primary bedroom, living room, family room, kitchen, and a guest bedroom. Three Oaks has low HOA fees and no CDD fees. Families will appreciate the proximity to top-rated schools: Ashton Elementary, Sarasota Middle School, and Riverview High School. This home is conveniently situated close to Siesta Key's stunning beaches, vibrant downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, the expressway, and many other conveniences.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Pope

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY Brokerage Phone: 941-951-6660 License #3356729 Listed on: 05/15/2025

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

Co-Listed By

Paul Pope

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY Brokerage Phone: 941-951-6660 License #3626931

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Pope

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY Brokerage Phone: 941-951-6660 License #3356729 Listed on: 05/15/2025

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,437

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 10,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Irrigation Equipment
  • Property is zoned RSF2

HOA Fees

  • $46 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,242 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Lake Views

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Concrete
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Rain Gutters
  • Private Mailbox

Schools

  • Ashton Elementary School
  • Sarasota Middle School
  • Riverview High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Capstone Association Management Association, Phone Number (941) 554-8838
  • Visit Association Website
  • Three Oaks Community
  • Three Oaks Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Community Playground

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,437

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$46 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 2242
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Building Area Total: 3048
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10000
  • Directions to Property: From I-75 and Clark Rd, take Clark Road West to right on Gantt Rd. Left on Cedar Oak Blvd, take a quick right onto Cedar Oak Way. Home is the second house on the left.
  • Status: Sold
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MFR281533045
  • Co List Office Phone: 941-213-3300
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow State: FL
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 1046728
  • Minimum Lease: 6 Months
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 234.17
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_DockYN: 0
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Lake
  • Attribution Contact: 941-951-6660
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Stories: 1
  • Street Number Modifier: 4978
  • Living Area Meters: 208.29
  • Room Count: 9

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
  • Roof: Tile
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Screened
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Extras YN: 0
  • 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

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Playground
  • Association Fee: 550
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Capstone Association Management
  • Phone: 941-554-8838
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Email: info@capstoneteam.com
  • Association URL: www.threeoakshoa.com

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 550.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 45.83
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 45.83

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ashton Elementary
  • High School: Riverview High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sarasota Middle

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RSF2
  • Parcel Number: 0093060052
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Flood Zone Code: x
  • Homestead YN: 1
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 929

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Lease restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3436.58
  • Tax Book Number: 39-13
  • Tax Lot: 510

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2025
Closed on
Jul 8, 2025
Sold by
Rower Margaretta F and Margaretta F Rower Revocable Living Trus
Bought by
Vu Thuc and Vu Anh
Seller's Agent
Christine Pope
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Buyer's Agent
Christine Pope
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$525,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.55%
Views
127

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
31.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2010
Sold by
Rower Margaretta F
Bought by
Rower Margaretta F and Margaretta F Rower Revocable Living Trus

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,000
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2010
Sold by
Rower Nancy
Bought by
Rower Margaretta F and Margaretta F Rower Revocable Living Trus

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,000
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2003
Sold by
Rower Margaretta F
Bought by
Rower Margaretta F and Rower Nancy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,000
Interest Rate
5.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2003
Sold by
Padgett Don Michael and Padgett Carol D
Bought by
Rower Margaretta F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,000
Interest Rate
5.82%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $525,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $59,400 Stewart Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $287,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $119,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $145,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Sold $525,000 -4.5% $234 / Sq Ft
06/04/2025 06/04/25 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $550,000 -- $245 / 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
2024 $3,437 $289,781 -- --
2023 $3,437 $281,341 $0 $0
2022 $3,311 $273,147 $0 $0
2021 $3,265 $265,191 $0 $0
2020 $3,267 $261,530 $0 $0
2019 $3,148 $255,650 $0 $0
2018 $3,068 $250,883 $0 $0
2017 $3,052 $245,723 $0 $0
2016 $3,055 $292,000 $64,000 $228,000
2015 $3,107 $276,600 $59,100 $217,500
2014 $3,095 $233,595 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: A4651906

Stellar MLS

APN: 0093-06-0052