1538 S ORANGE AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL, 34239
Active258 days on marketListed Nov 18, 2025MLS #A4672485
About this home
1538 S ORANGE AVENUE
This revitalized 2,550 sq' (+/-) single level home is in coveted Harbor Acres and within walking distance to the quaint Southside Village, Sarasota Bay and the energizing downtown area. Bistros, gourmet markets, art galleries and all things exciting will be yours to explore. With remodeling beginning in 2016 to Miami Dade Hurricane code regulations, improvements include the addition of a 750 sq' (+/-) Primary Suite with full bathroom for one and a 3/4 bath for another, both with walk-in closets thru-outs, modern lighting and plumbing fixtures, refurbished oak flooring, granite counters, security system, whole-house stereo speakers, new appliances, 426 sq' screened porch for outdoor entertaining, paver circular driveway with additional parking pull-outs, landscaping and dramatic lighting and a custom made art piece which is also an outdoor water feature. A new roof completed the project in 2022. The plan features a living area, separate dining room and kitchen in the center of the home, which separates the primary bedroom from the additional 2 bedrooms, for privacy. There is a storage building for outdoor accessories, a roomy 2-car, solid structure carport, water well for the sprinkler system and spray foam insulation in the attic. New HVAC, including duct work and UV light filter 2026. Not too big, not too small, no elevators, no shared parking, optional HOA dues of $125 a year and a one-of-a-kind opportunity, in a once in a lifetime location.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,550
Sqft
0.34 ac
Lot size
1954
Year built
One
Levels
$765
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$12,335 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$12,335/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs HARBOR ACRES
$765 vs $1,164
Days on market
258 vs 58 typical
Where $765/sqft sits among the 6 homes for sale in HARBOR ACRES
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Harbor Acres
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Harbor Acres — neighborhood snapshot
Population
353
Median age
65
Median income
$139,659
Median home value
$1,145,800
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
23%
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$470K → $470K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
3 of 6
HARBOR ACRES have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 212% above the SARASOTA 34239 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1538 S ORANGE AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$1,600,000
1387 HARBOR DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,238 sqft · $715/sqft · 186 DOM
Sold · May ’26$1,615,000
1610 S ORANGE AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,193 sqft · $736/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$1,750,000
1504 S ORANGE AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,238 sqft · $540/sqft · 3 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1538 S ORANGE AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1538 S ORANGE AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1538 S ORANGE AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1538 S ORANGE AVENUE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $12,335/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 1538 S ORANGE AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $11,061. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1538 S ORANGE AVENUE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $1,950,000, this home is listed about 242% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1538 S ORANGE AVENUE?+
Sarasota High School (high), Southside Elementary School (elementary), Brookside Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,950,000 runs 212% above the SARASOTA 34239 median — but at 2,550 sqft it's also 52% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Time on market is leverage
258 days on market against a Sarasota median of 58 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Sarasota High School, Southside Elementary School, Brookside Middle School — Southside Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Nancy MacKenzie. MLS #A4672485.
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