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$650,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,859 Sq. Ft.
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West of the Trail and just steps from Sarasota Bay, this tropical retreat is your chance to own a true slice of Florida paradise. Step into your own private oasis featuring a resort-style pool, tiki hut, and outdoor kitchen, perfect for entertaining or soaking up the sunshine year-round. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath block home offers a functional layout with a 2-car garage and dedicated laundry room. Updates include a 2019 tile roof, impact sliders and updated windows, 2023 tankless water heater, 500G propane tank fueling the spa, outdoor grill and generator hookup. Updated kitchen 2024. New A/C and ductwork, outdoor patio kitchen, ice machine and submersible well pump for irrigation. New ADT smart pad security system with indoor and outdoor cameras, plus Ring doorbell and garage door control via ADT app. Situated on just under half an acre, the fenced backyard is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping for ultimate privacy and serenity. Located outside the flood zone with no CDD fees and no HOA, this home also allows for nightly rentals, making it ideal as a primary residence, seasonal escape, or income-producing investment. Tucked away in the charming community of Whitfield Estates and Ballentine Manor, you're perfectly positioned near Sarasota Airport, IMG Academy, Downtown Sarasota, Downtown Bradenton, St. Armands Circle, Lido Key, and Anna Maria Island. Boaters will love the proximity to SaraBay Marina with boat slips and dry storage, and for just $30/year, residents can enjoy access to a culinary membership at SaraBay Country Club. This is your blank canvas in one of the area's most sought after neighborhoods. Don't miss this rare opportunity to create your dream Florida lifestyle.

Full Property Details for 344 Bernard Ave

General

  • Sold For: $650,000
  • HOA FEE: $3/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: $2,411 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4658775
  • Added to Site: 184 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 1-7 Days

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Interior Features: Eating Space In Kitchen, Smart Home, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Window Treatments
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Laundry Room

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Park
  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Auto Cleaner, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Self Cleaning
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Description: Heated, In Ground
  • Security/Safety: Closed Circuit Camera(s)

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Enclosed, Screened
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Enclosed, Screened

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Spaces: 2

Location

  • Area: 34243 - Sarasota
  • County: Manatee
  • Development Name: 34243 - Sarasota
  • Subdivision: BALLENTINE MANOR ESTATES
  • Driving Directions: From Tamiami Trail turn West onto Bernard Ave. Home will be the first property on your Left.
  • Direction Faces: North

Community

  • Community Name: 34243 - Sarasota
  • Community Features: Golf Carts OK, Park, Sidewalks
  • Optional Amenities: Park
  • Association: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Public, Sprinkler Meter, Sprinkler Well

Structural Information

  • Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
  • Roof: Tile
  • Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Square Feet: 1,859
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Living Area: 1,859 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1977

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.44
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 19,301
  • Lot Size: 19301
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 x 193
  • Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt, Paved

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $30
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Assoc Fee Desc.: Optional
  • Tax Amount: $2,411.22
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: LOT 12 BLK F BALLENTINE MANOR ESTATES PI#67959.0000/7
  • Flood Zone Info: X
  • APN: 6795900007
  • Property ID: 6795900007
  • Block/Lot/Section: F

Listed by Sarabay Real Estate Inc
Sold by Stellar Non-Member Office

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Schools serving 344 Bernard Ave

School District:Manatee County School District
NameGradesDistance
Florine J Abel Elementary School
7100 Madonna Place, Sarasota, FL 34243
PK-51.3 mi
Electa Lee Magnet Middle School
4000 53rd Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34210
6-83.7 mi
Bayshore High School
5401 34th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34210
9-123.4 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 344 Bernard Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/07/2025
Sold
$650,000
—
MLS
7/16/2025
Listed
$650,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Sarabay Real Estate Inc
Sold by Stellar Non-Member Office

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