2215 River Ridge DRIVE, Sarasota, FL 34239

$1,397,000 Asking Price

4 beds
3 baths
3,386  sqft
Built in 1970

Unique opportunity to own a 3,300+ sq ft home, featuring spacious rooms throughout and full handicap accessibility. This beautifully maintained home is on one of Sarasota’s two inland islands, River Ridge Island, surrounded by the tranquil waters of Phillippi Creek in the heart of Sarasota. The well-designed layout offers endless possibilities for customization to suit your needs. Upon entering through the double doors, you'll find a generous living room that flows seamlessly into the comfortable and open dining room and updated kitchen. Granite countertops, tile backsplash, solid wood cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances provide a comfortable cooking and entertaining lifestyle. The spacious family room features a full wall of sliding glass doors that open to an interior 40,000 gallon 40’ x 20’ inground pool. The split bedroom floorplan offers flexibility with two large primary bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms, along with two additional large bedrooms and a third full bathroom. Enjoy outdoor living on the patio, plus a 6-person hot tub with Trex decking and surrounded by landscaping and a vinyl privacy fence yet providing a lovely Phillippi Creek view. Luxury vinyl plank flooring (2023) extends throughout much of the home, complemented by recessed lighting (2023). Additional updates include fresh interior paint (2023) and exterior paint (2020), connection to the county sewer (2022), ADT SunPro 23 solar panels with 25-year guarantee (2021), 2-zone HVAC system thermostats (2021) and 3-ton A/C system (2020), newer warrantied roof and gutters with leaf-guards, hurricane impact windows and doors, whole house water filtration system, re-pipe of all hot and cold-water supply, and so much more. Situated within the highly desirable Southside school district, this home offers optional membership to the South Gate Community Center for just $100. With world-renowned beaches, including Lido Beach, Siesta Key Beach, and Longboat Key Beach just minutes away, along with nearby golf courses, shopping, dining, and cultural activities, this location has it all. St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota are only a short drive away. Sarasota Memorial Hospital is conveniently located nearby. With ample space, thoughtful upgrades by the current owners, and a prime location, this property is all about flexibility and indoor/outdoor living within ten minutes of all our city has to offer.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Accessibility Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Rooms:
Bonus Room, Family Room, Formal Living Room Separate
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Wine Refrigerator
Laundry:
In Garage
Flooring:
Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
A/C:
true, Central Air, Zoned
Heating:
true, Central

Exterior

General:
Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage, Above Ground
Style:
Ranch
Pool:
In Ground, Indoor
Parking:
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Workshop in Garage

Construction

Roofing:
Shingle
Windows:
Impact Glass/Storm Windows, Shutters
General:
Block, Stucco, One, Slab

Location

Road/Access:
Street Dead-End, Street Paved
HOA Amenities:
Annually
Originating MLS:
Stellar MLS
County:
Sarasota

Lot

Zoning:
RSF1, LOT 5 BLK 115 SOUTH GATE UNIT 27 ORI 2004098601, 0058060033
View:
Water
Fencing:
Vinyl

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Solar, Water Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Stellar MLS

This listing courtesy of:
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, Elizabeth Van Riper

About Sarasota, FL

Housing

Number of Units
152,825
Median Home Value
$341,369
Median Rent
$1,292

27.49% of housing units are renter occupied.

18.88% are vacant.

Commute

Car
66.43%
Public Transportation
0.60%
Walk to Work
0.72%
Work from Home
31.09%
Other
0.55%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
264,751
Median Age
51.20
Median Household Size
2.39

Education

High School
26.25%
Associate’s Degree
8.64%
Bachelor’s Degree
22.70%
Graduate Degree
17.31%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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