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5948 Sandstone Ave, Sarasota, FL, 34243

$280/sqft·Chaparral

3 bd2 ba2,051 sqft2 car garageSingle Family
Listed by CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY ORLANDO· Last updated · MLS# O6431323

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Est. monthly payment
$3,791/mo
Down payment (20%)
$115,000
Property taxes
$386/mo
HOA
$353/qtr
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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At a glance

Single family
Built 1997
Community pool
Shared amenity
2 car garage
Driveway
7,187 sqft lot
Lot size
2,051 sqft
Living area

About this home

Ceiling Fans(s)Crown MoldingEat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsLiving Room/Dining Room ComboOpen FloorplanSplit BedroomStone Counters

5948 Sandstone Ave is a 1997-built home in Chaparral, Sarasota. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,051 square feet of living space. Listed at $575,000 (about $280/sqft), 38 days on market. Flood zone X500 - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable. HOA runs $353 quarterly.

From the listing

SELLERS MOTIVATED!! Welcome to this beautifully remodeled 2,051-square-foot home—the largest floor plan in the neighborhood—offering spacious living, quality upgrades, and exceptional outdoor living in the highly sought-after Mote Ranch community. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new tile roof and 7-inch gutters (2024) and a newer A/C system installed in 2017. Step inside to discover a completely updated interior featuring: Luxury ceramic tile flooring throughout, freshly painted rooms, elegant crown molding, spacious walk-in closets, an updated primary bathroom, as well as an updated kitchen with new cabinetry, granite countertops, and abundant storage! The generous floor plan offers larger rooms than most homes in the neighborhood, making it ideal for entertaining, working from home, or simply enjoying extra living space. One of this home's standout features is the expansive, screened and covered lanai overlooking a peaceful conservation area—with no rear neighbors! Check out the new multi -lighting system on the lanai to match the mood of the day! Whether you're hosting family gatherings around the large table, enjoying morning coffee, or relaxing in the comfortable wicker seating, this outdoor living space truly feels like an extension of the home. Best of all, all lanai furniture is included with the sale! Additional furniture inside the home is also negotiable. As a resident of Mote Ranch, you'll enjoy outstanding community amenities, including a Junior Olympic-sized swimming pool, a neighborhood park, scenic walking trails, and A FISHING PIER ON THE BRADEN RIVER and a CANOE and KAYAK LAUNCH into the Braden River! This move-in-ready home combines modern updates, an exceptional floor plan, a private backyard setting, and outstanding community amenities—all in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods! Don't miss this opportunity—schedule your private showing today and experience everything this beautifully appointed home has!

The essentials

Built
1997
Price / sqft
$280
On market
39 days
Annual tax
$4,636
HOA
$353/qtr
Flood zone
X500 · Low risk
Lot
7,187 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

Location

5948 Sandstone Ave
Sarasota, FL, 34243·34243 - Sarasota
Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1997
Lot
7,187 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Parking
Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Days on Market
39
Ceiling Fans(s)
Crown Molding
Eat-in Kitchen
High Ceilings
Living Room/Dining Room Combo
Open Floorplan
Split Bedroom
Stone Counters
Thermostat
Walk-in Closet(s)
Window Treatments
Rain Gutters
Irrigation-reclaimed Water
Playground
Pool
Street Lights
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Electric Water Heater
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Washer

Elementary

Robert E Willis Elementary

Middle

Braden River Middle

High

Braden River High

Districts can re-zone, so verify directly with the district before relying on these.

Homestead exemption on fileFlood Zone X500

Annual Tax (2025)

$4,636

Parcel #

1920426606

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision

Chaparral

County

Manatee

MLS Area

34243 - Sarasota

Lot Size

7,187 sqft

In CountyLevelSidewalkPaved
HOA
$353/qtr
Arielle Mouhot
Date
Event
Price
8/6/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #O6431323
$575,000
$280/sqft
Est. monthly payment$3,790/mo
Principal & interest$2,999
Property taxes$386
Insurance$288
HOA$118
Down payment20% · $115,000
Interest rate6.80%
Loan term

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List price: $575,000
$560,000 – $575,000
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63 of the last 125 home closings in 34243 landed at this number or higher (50%). The median one sat 34 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 39.

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