81 S River Rd Stuart, FL 34996
Sewall's Point Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,448
Sq Ft
1.14
Acres
Highlights
- Property has ocean access
- Home fronts navigable water
- Contemporary Architecture
- Jensen Beach High School Rated A
- Deck
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
As of June 2025Top of the Hill - View to Die For! Positioned on a one-acre prime Sewall's Point location, you'll enjoy the deep waterfront and wide-river views of the Saint Lucie River. Driving up on the huge circular driveway is impressive. This home has old-Florida charm with family room featuring a stunning brick fireplace and vaulted ceilings made of rail road tie beams. Formal living and dining rooms are spacious and suited for entertaining. Downstairs and upstairs masters, two more spacious bedrooms, and three baths. If you are looking for the dream spot to build big, this is it. Ocean access for mega-yachts and small boats alike. No fixed bridges or rail-road bridges on your way to ocean. View from back patio and waterfront deck will take your breath away.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX of Stuart License #3077155 Listed on: 04/22/2014
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,716
Year Built
- Built in 1973
Lot Details
- Home fronts navigable water
- Property fronts a private road
- East Facing Home
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Florida Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 2,448 Sq Ft Home
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- 1 to 5 Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Property has ocean access
- River Access
- Deck
Schools
- Felix A Williams Elementary School
- Stuart Middle School
- Jensen Beach High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Well
- Septic Tank
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 29, 2025
Closed on
Jun 4, 2025
Sold by
Cusumano Philiph and Cusumano Eileen T
Bought by
765519 Limited Partnership
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Spears
Douglas Elliman
Buyer's Agent
Priscilla Baldwin
Berkshire Hathaway Florida Rea
List Price
$8,800,000
Sold Price
$8,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$550,000
-6.25%
Views
63
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
-$1,060,319
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-42.32%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 28, 2021
Sold by
Cusumano Philip and Cusumano Eileen T
Bought by
Cusumano Eileen T and Eileen T Cusumano Revocable Tr
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,252,250
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 3, 2020
Closed on
Nov 2, 2020
Sold by
Paradise Rental Prop Of Sewells Point Ll
Bought by
Cusumano Philip and Cusumano Eileen T
Seller's Agent
Leon Abood
One Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Leon Abood
One Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$1,765,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$230,000
-11.53%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
33.59%
Original Mortgage
$1,323,750
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 6, 2014
Closed on
Nov 26, 2014
Sold by
Turner Betty J and Turner Linda S
Bought by
Paradise Rental Property Of Sewells Poin
Seller's Agent
Glenn Schmidt
RE/MAX of Stuart
Buyer's Agent
Leon Abood
One Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$2,000,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$300,000
-15%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.64%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 2010
Sold by
Turner Betty J
Bought by
Turner Betty J and Turner Linda S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 1972
Bought by
Paradise Rental Properties Llc
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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 | $8,250,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $8,250,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,765,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,700,000 | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Deed | $27,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $2,252,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,323,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,100,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/06/2025 06/06/25 | Sold | $8,250,000 | -6.3% | $1,530 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/29/2025 01/29/25 | For Sale | $8,800,000 | +398.6% | $1,632 / Sq Ft |
| 11/02/2020 11/02/20 | Sold | $1,765,000 | -11.5% | $721 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2020 10/03/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/12/2020 02/12/20 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | 0.0% | $815 / Sq Ft |
| 03/31/2016 03/31/16 | Rented | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/01/2016 03/01/16 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/17/2015 12/17/15 | For Rent | $4,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/10/2014 12/10/14 | Sold | $1,700,000 | 0.0% | $694 / Sq Ft |
| 12/10/2014 12/10/14 | Sold | $1,700,000 | -15.0% | $34 / Sq Ft |
| 11/10/2014 11/10/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/10/2014 11/10/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2014 04/17/14 | For Sale | $2,000,000 | 0.0% | $817 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2014 04/17/14 | For Sale | $2,000,000 | -- | $40 / Sq Ft |
Source: Martin County REALTORS® of the Treasure Coast
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $67,513 | $4,297,609 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $33,685 | $4,176,491 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $33,685 | $2,041,839 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $31,248 | $1,917,220 | $1,897,500 | $19,720 |
| 2021 | $26,068 | $1,507,290 | $1,391,500 | $115,790 |
| 2020 | $25,098 | $1,480,510 | $1,391,500 | $89,010 |
| 2019 | $27,180 | $1,591,200 | $1,502,190 | $89,010 |
| 2018 | $26,139 | $1,517,930 | $1,423,130 | $94,800 |
| 2017 | $26,047 | $1,577,220 | $1,502,190 | $75,030 |
| 2016 | $25,371 | $1,499,540 | $1,442,100 | $57,440 |
| 2015 | -- | $1,498,010 | $1,442,100 | $55,910 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,124,081 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kimberly Spears
K
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kimberly Spears
Douglas Elliman
(772) 263-2505
20 in this area
119 Total Sales
-
P
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Priscilla Baldwin
Berkshire Hathaway Florida Rea
-
Leon Abood
L
Seller's Agent in 2020
Leon Abood
One Sotheby's International Realty
(772) 521-8008
15 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
Glenn Schmidt
Seller's Agent in 2014
Glenn Schmidt
RE/MAX
(772) 486-3900
77 Total Sales
Map
Source: Martin County REALTORS® of the Treasure Coast
MLS Number: M375567
APN: 01-38-41-006-006-00020-9
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