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Property Description
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to Park Forest - Englewood's Premier 55+ Gated Community! Step into this impeccably updated and move-in ready home offering an impressive 2,309 square feet of living space with breathtaking 180° lake views from the moment you walk through the door. Designed for comfort, style, and easy living, this residence perfectly blends modern updates with tranquil Florida charm. Inside, you'll find luxury 22mil lifeproof rigid-core coastal vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint inside and out, and vaulted ceilings that enhance the home's airy, open feel. The updated kitchen is a true showstopper featuring granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, soft-close cabinetry with upper and lower lighting, walk-in pantry, recessed lighting, and new stainless steel appliances. Even the kitchen sink offers stunning lake views-making every chore a pleasure. The spacious Florida room (41' x 15') is an ideal retreat for year-round enjoyment. Relax and unwind while taking in the serene lakefront scenery-osprey, ducks, turtles, herons and many more, bring the outdoors to life in your own backyard sanctuary. The master bedroom suite offers private access to the Florida room through pocket sliders, a large walk-in closet, and a beautifully updated en-suite bath with a modern barn door, dual sinks, granite counters, a second walk-in closet and a stylishly tiled shower. The guest bedrooms and bathroom have also been tastefully remodeled, ensuring every inch of this home reflects quality and care. Recent updates include a NEW ROOF (2022), new garage door (2025), and an indoor laundry closet for added convenience. At Park Forest, you'll enjoy an active, maintenance-free lifestyle with a wide range of amenities and activities. Residents can participate in cards, crafts, coffee hours, bocce, billiards, water aerobics, Texas Hold 'Em, and more. The community offers five pickleball courts (one convertible to tennis), a clubhouse with pool and hot tub, shuffleboard, gazebo, and craft room-all designed to foster connection and fun. Your HOA fee covers lawn care, irrigation, roof replacement, and exterior painting, ensuring you spend less time on maintenance and more time enjoying life. The community is pet-friendly (up to two small pets, 30 lbs each) and golf cart friendly with 120-day minimum rental restrictions. Perfectly situated just 2 minutes from Dearborn Street, you're moments away from local shops, restaurants, and the seasonal Thursday Farmer's Market. Englewood Beach is only 7 minutes away, Manasota Beach is just 13 minutes, and Publix is right around the corner. Experience the very best of Florida living-modern comfort, lakefront tranquility, and a vibrant community lifestyle await you at Park Forest. Don't wait-schedule your private showing today and see why this home is the perfect fit for your next chapter!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 425 Cypress Forest Dr
General
- Price: $394,000
- HOA FEE: $218/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $3,617 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: D6144164
- Updated: 12/31/2025
- Added to Site: 100 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 4 Months
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Gated, Maintenance, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Vehicle Restrictions
- Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, In Ground
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: Heated, In Ground
- Security/Safety: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Hurricane Shutters, Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Deck/Patio: Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 34223 - Englewood
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34223 - Englewood
- Subdivision: PARK FOREST PH 1
- Driving Directions: Heading South on 776 From Venice you go past Boca Royal. The main gate to the community will be on your left on Park Forest Blvd. Turn on to Park Forest Blvd then make your first right on Cypress Forest Dr. The property will be located on your left.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Englewood Elementary
- Middle School: L.A. Ainger Middle
- High School: Lemon Bay High
Community
- Community Name: 34223 - Englewood
- Community Features: Lake, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Gated Community - No Guard, Golf Carts OK, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Pool, Sidewalks, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s)
- Optional Amenities: Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Gated, Maintenance, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Shuffl
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Park Forest Homeowners Association
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pool Maintenance, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
- Number of Pets: 2
- Pet Restrictions: Contact Associtation for additional information https://www.parkforestfl.com/, / 30lbs.
- Adult Community: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable TV Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Shades, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,309
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1988
Lot Features
- Property View: Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,500
- Lot Size: 7500
- Lot Dimensions: 75 x 100
- Frontage: Street Paved, Private Road
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Lake, Lake Front
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $655
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $3,617
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 56 PARK FOREST PHASE 1
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 851130008
- Property ID: 851130008
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Schools
Schools serving 425 Cypress Forest Dr
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Englewood Elementary School, Englewood, FL 150 North McCall Road, Englewood, FL 34223 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Venice Middle School 1900 Center Road, Venice, FL 34292 | 6-8 | 7.3 mi |
Venice Senior High School 1 Indian Avenue, Venice, FL 34285 | 9-12 | 10.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 425 Cypress Forest Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/24/2025
Price Reduced
$394,000
-1.25%
MLS
11/03/2025
Price Reduced
$399,000
-6.12%
MLS
10/09/2025
Listed
$425,000
80.85%
MLS
5/16/2025
Sold
$235,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 425 Cypress Forest Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,058
-29%
$265,500
-18%
2024
$4,283
10%
$322,900
6%
2023
$3,887
18%
$303,700
32%
2021
$3,300
-16%
$230,300
-27%
2022
$3,946
20%
$314,400
46%
2021
$3,300
3%
$215,700
-4%
2019
$3,207
14%
$223,700
15%
2018
$2,809
3%
$194,200
4%
2017
$2,739
-4%
$186,000
-3%
2016
$2,841
3%
$190,800
6%
2015
$2,753
7%
$179,400
9%
2014
$2,574
7%
$165,110
10%
2013
$2,396
—
$150,100
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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425 Cypress Forest Drive, Englewood, FL 34223 (MLS# D6144164) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 425 Cypress Forest Drive is currently listed for $394,000 and was received on October 09, 2025. Want to learn more about 425 Cypress Forest Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Englewood? You can browse all Englewood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

