NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $951,000 - $1,236,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,492 Sq Ft
$322/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 18, 2023

Last sale price $1,225,000 $351 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,008/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boat Dock
  • Access To Creek
  • Screened Pool
  • 121 Feet of Creek Waterfront
  • Oak Trees
  • Fishing

About This Home

As of August 2023

Stunning Country French Custom home nestled along Williams Creek in River Forest where Florida's natural beauty meets in town convenience. Exquisite craftsmanship, detailed crown molding and wood trim, leaded glass door and panels, reclaimed wood, engineered wood and decorative tile floors and new welcoming foyer. Expansive living room opens to light, bright sitting room with clerestory windows and raised hearth fireplace, and a separate study with built-ins where you can renew and unwind. You will love the chef style kitchen with custom wood cabinets, center island, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, reverse osmosis drinking system and large dining room adjacent to a charming screened porch. First floor owners suite features window seat, dual built-in closets, linen closets, and luxurious owners bath with dual vanities, soaking tub and walk-in shower with built-in seat and private water closet. The ensuite 1st floor bedroom and bath with shower is ideal for guests. French doors lead to your gorgeous outdoor living area with covered lanai, 14' x 28' heated self-cleaning saltwater pool with pebble tec finish, sun shelf, overflow spa and delightful aquatic water fountain overlooking patio and lush private gardens designed to enhance the existing natural environment with a magnificent oak canopy. The perfect place for entertaining or simply relaxing. Covered breezeway leads you to spacious game room which offers versatile space to use for your hobbies or a workshop, and features new water proof flooring. Plus there's a fenced yard ideal for pets or little ones. Upstairs you'll find a cozy loft, built-in cabinets, delightful French blue accented guest bath and 2 spacious bedrooms currently used as a music room and a TV/fitness room. This wonderful home on .63 acres includes interior laundry room with cabinets and drop in sink, central vacuum, Culligan water softner, outdoor lighting, double pane windows, 3 zone HVAC, foam attic insulation, oversize garage with convenient ceiling storage racks and freshly painted interior. Unique enclave of 20 custom homes situated in a natural Florida setting features new community dock and fishing pier where you can spend lazy days, relax at sunset or kayak along the Braden River. Nearby is Jiggs Landing for boating, birding, fishing and live music, and John Marble Park under renovation to include pool, splash pad, fitness and picnic pavilion. Ideally located, you are close to dining, UTC Shopping Mall, Benderson Rowing Park, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota downtown venues, beautiful Gulf Coast Beaches and I-75 to travel north and south.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dennis Kotaska

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP Brokerage Phone: 941-954-5454 License #0444994 Listed on: 07/01/2023

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

Last Buyer's Agent

Abi Stephens

PREMIER PROPERTIES OF SRQ LLC License #3557786

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,853

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 0.63 Acre Lot
  • 121 Feet of Creek Waterfront
  • South Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Corner Lot
  • Oversized Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Metered Sprinkler System
  • Oak Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned PDR,PD/PDR

HOA Fees

  • $92 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Ground Level Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden
  • Pool

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Slab Foundation
  • Stem Wall Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • HardiePlank Type
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,492 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Built-In Desk
  • Shelving
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Low Emissivity Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Separate Formal Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Loft
  • Bonus Room
  • Game Room
  • Inside Utility

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Built-In Convection Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet
  • Disposal
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Reclaimed Wood
  • Carpet
  • Concrete
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Closet Cabinetry
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Split Vanities
  • Dual Sinks
  • Private Water Closet
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall
  • Shower Only
  • Garden Bath
  • Built-In Shower Bench

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Pool

  • Screened Pool
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Pool is Self Cleaning
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Pool Alarm
  • Pool Lighting
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Creek
  • Fishing Pier
  • Dock made with Composite Material
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Private Mailbox

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Flood Insurance May Be Required

Schools

  • William H. Bashaw Elementary School
  • Braden River Middle School
  • Braden River High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include escrow reserves fund, private road
  • River Forest Homeowners Association Inc. Association, Phone Number (941) 720-4226
  • Visit Association Website
  • River Forest Subdivision Community
  • River Forest Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions

Recreation

  • Boat Dock
  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,853

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$92 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Escrow Reserves Fund, Private Road
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Custom
  • Construction Materials: Block, HardiPlank Type, Stucco
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3492
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.63
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Building Area Total: 5504
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 27269
  • Directions to Property: From State Road 70 travel north on Caruso Road, turn left into River Forest and home will be on your right.
  • Status: Sold
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MFR281518938
  • Co List Office Phone: 941-954-5454
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Available for Lease YN: 1
  • Escrow State: FL
  • List Office Head Office Key Nume: 1047486
  • Minimum Lease: 6 Months
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 350.80
  • Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
  • Unit Number YN: 0
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: Built-in Closet
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: Built-in Closet
  • MFR_BedroomClosetType: Walk-in Closet
  • Bedroom Closet Type: Built-in Closet
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Masonry, Other
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Reclaimed Wood, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Central Vaccum, Eat-in Kitchen, Master Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
  • Foundation Details: Slab, Stem Wall
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Levels: Two
  • Spa Features: Heated, In Ground
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Thermal Windows, Window Treatments
  • Street Number Modifier: 5903
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room,Den/Library/Office,Formal Living Room Separate,Inside Utility,Loft
  • Living Area Meters: 324.42
  • Room Count: 15

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: South
  • Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Pool Alarm, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure, Self Cleaning
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler Metered
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Garden, Pool, Trees/Woods
  • Water Body Name: WILLIAMS CREEK
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Screened, Side Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Disclosures: HOA/PUD/Condo Disclosure, Seller Property Disclosure
  • Water Access: Creek
  • Water Extras: Dock - Composite,Fishing Pier
  • Water Extras YN: 1
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 121
  • Flood Zone Date: 2021-08-10
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12081C0328F
  • Additional Water Information: COMMUNITY DOCK & FISHING PIER
  • Water Frontage Feet Creek: 121

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Off Street, Oversized

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Exhaust Fan, Propane
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Fishing, Water Access
  • Association Amenities: Dock
  • Association Fee: 1100
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: RIVER FOREST HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC.
  • Phone: 941-720-4226
  • Association: Yes
  • Security: Security System, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Complex Community Name Nccb: RIVER FOREST
  • Pet Restrictions: See HOA documents.
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Email: Jeff King
  • Association URL: www.riverforestcircle.com

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 1100.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 91.67
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 91.67

Schools

  • Elementary School: William H. Bashaw Elementary
  • High School: Braden River High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Braden River Middle

Lot Info

  • Zoning: PDR,PD/PDR
  • Parcel Number: 1729102019
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Fenced, Other
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County, Landscaped, Level, Oversized Lot, Paved
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Homestead YN: 1
  • Lot Size Square Meters: 2533
  • Zoning Compatible YN: 1

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: See HOA documents.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8853
  • Tax Book Number: 32-18
  • Tax Lot: 20

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Creek

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2023
Closed on
Aug 18, 2023
Sold by
Kozma-Eis Family Trust and Eis Sharon T
Bought by
Stephens Kenneth E and Stephens Gail L
Seller's Agent
Dennis Kotaska
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
Buyer's Agent
Abi Stephens
PREMIER PROPERTIES OF SRQ LLC
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2%
Views
29
Current Estimated Value
$1,124,816

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$100,184
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.93%
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Outstanding Balance
$935,210
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$189,606

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 30, 2019
Closed on
Aug 13, 2019
Sold by
Watje James R and Watje Tracie B
Bought by
Sullivan Edward Andrew and Trujillo Sullivan Anna Marie
Seller's Agent
Jim Soda
LIMBO COMPANY SARASOTA ASSOC
Buyer's Agent
Gregory Koss
ROSEBAY INTERNATIONAL REALTY, INC
List Price
$710,000
Sold Price
$635,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-10.56%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.76%
Original Mortgage
$460,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2016
Sold by
Pearman Beverly
Bought by
Watje James R and Watje Tracie B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2010
Sold by
Pearman Beverly B and Pearman Harold W
Bought by
Pearman Beverly

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2002
Sold by
King Ranch Manatee Inc
Bought by
Pearman Harold W and Pearman Beverly B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$282,000
Interest Rate
6.21%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Stephens Kenneth E $1,225,000 None Listed On Document
Sullivan Edward Andrew $635,000 Attorney
Watje James R $500,000 None Available
Pearman Beverly -- None Available
Pearman Harold W $85,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stephens Kenneth E $960,000
Previous Owner Sullivan Edward Andrew $460,000
Previous Owner Watje James R $417,000
Previous Owner Pearman Harold W $282,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/18/2023 08/18/23 Sold $1,225,000 -2.0% $351 / Sq Ft
07/13/2023 07/13/23 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2023 07/01/23 For Sale $1,250,000 +14.7% $358 / Sq Ft
04/29/2022 04/29/22 Sold $1,090,000 -5.2% $312 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/26/2022 03/26/22 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2022 03/24/22 Price Changed $1,150,000 -4.2% $329 / Sq Ft
03/20/2022 03/20/22 For Sale $1,200,000 0.0% $344 / Sq Ft
03/11/2022 03/11/22 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2022 03/04/22 For Sale $1,200,000 +89.0% $344 / Sq Ft
08/13/2019 08/13/19 Sold $635,000 -8.0% $182 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/10/2019 07/10/19 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2019 06/03/19 Price Changed $690,000 -2.8% $198 / Sq Ft
04/30/2019 04/30/19 For Sale $710,000 -- $203 / 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 $11,145 $818,721 -- --
2024 $11,145 $795,647 -- --
2023 $15,032 $1,007,413 $102,000 $905,413
2022 $8,853 $618,966 $0 $0
2021 $8,536 $600,938 $0 $0
2020 $8,833 $592,641 $95,000 $497,641
2019 $8,372 $556,359 $0 $0
2018 $7,713 $507,202 $0 $0
2017 $7,202 $496,770 $0 $0
2016 $7,983 $504,512 $0 $0
2015 $6,796 $486,370 $0 $0
2014 $6,796 $408,336 $0 $0
2013 $6,438 $380,354 $87,000 $293,354
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: A4575136

Stellar MLS

APN: 17291-0201-9