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Property Description
Experience maintenance-free living in this tastefully furnished third-floor residence at Serenata Condominiums. Ideally next to the clubhouse and resort-style amenities, this turnkey home features a desirable split floor plan with vaulted ceilings, crown molding, built-in shelving, and impact-resistant windows and sliders that open to a private screened lanai overlooking the pool. The layout offers two spacious bedrooms, each with an en-suite bath and generous walk-in closet. A well-appointed kitchen includes furniture-quality cabinetry, a breakfast bar and a full suite of appliances. Additional features include a laundry room and a separate lanai storage closet. Serenata is a gated community distinguished by mature landscaping and elevated amenities including a lagoon-style pool, 24-hour fitness center, lighted tennis court, game room, library, Wi-Fi-enabled clubhouse and valet trash service. The community offers low homeowners association fees and a flexible rental policy allowing up to four leases per year with a 30-day minimum, an excellent opportunity for seasonal use or investment. Conveniently within minutes of Publix, Starbucks, CVS and Panera Bread, this residence is five minutes from University Town Center and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, and just 15 minutes to downtown Sarasota and St. Armands Circle.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8397 38th St Cir E #306
General
- Price: $305,000
- HOA FEE: $400/month
- Taxes: $3,589 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4658372
- Updated: 1/2/2026
- Added to Site: 193 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1 Month
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Open Floorplan
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
- Deck/Patio: Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street, Open
Location
- Area: 34243 - Sarasota
- County: Manatee
- Development Name: 34243 - Sarasota
- Subdivision: SERENATA SARASOTA
- Driving Directions: University Parkway to north on Tuttle Avenue. First left on Broadway. Next left on 84th, then right on 38th.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elementary School: Kinnan Elementary
- Middle School: Braden River Middle
- High School: Southeast High
Community
- Community Name: 34243 - Sarasota
- Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Golf Carts OK, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Christian Higgins
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Private Road
- Number of Pets: 2
- Pet Restrictions: Two pets per unit. No dogs over 40lbs. See Condo Docs., / 40lbs.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Mediterranean, Traditional
- Architectural Style: Mediterranean, Traditional
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Tile
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,127
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 2005
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden, Pool
- Lot Size (Acres): 18.46
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 804,274
- Lot Size: 18.4636
- Frontage: Private Road
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Financial Considerations
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Condo Fee: $400
- Condo Fee Freq: Monthly
- Tax Amount: $3,589
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: UNIT 306 BLDG 1 SERENATA SARASOTA CONDOMINIUM PI#20408.2110/9
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 2040821109
- Property ID: 2040821109
Listed by Michael Saunders & Company
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Schools
Schools serving 8397 38th St Cir E #306
School District:Manatee County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kinnan Elementary School 3415 Tallevast Road, Sarasota, FL 34243 | PK-5 | 1 mi |
Braden River Middle School 6215 River Club Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34202 | 6-8 | 5.6 mi |
Southeast High School 1200 37th Avenue East, Bradenton, FL 34208 | 9-12 | 5.8 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 8397 38th St Cir E #306
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/15/2025
Price Reduced
$305,000
-3.17%
MLS
7/09/2025
Listed
$315,000
157.35%
MLS
8/27/2010
Sold
$122,400
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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 8397 38th St Cir E #306
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,589
—
$242,250
-8%
2024
$3,589
10%
$263,500
15%
2023
$3,272
27%
$229,500
50%
2021
$2,580
-12%
$153,000
-23%
2022
$2,946
14%
$199,500
31%
2021
$2,580
1%
$152,000
2%
2019
$2,542
—
$149,000
-6%
2017
$2,547
—
$159,000
-4%
2017
$2,547
12%
$165,000
22%
2016
$2,270
2%
$134,900
—
2015
$2,229
11%
$134,900
17%
2014
$2,001
10%
$115,304
11%
2013
$1,824
—
$103,787
—
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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8397 38th Street Circle E #306, Sarasota, FL 34243 (MLS# A4658372) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8397 38th Street Circle E #306 is currently listed for $305,000 and was received on July 09, 2025. Want to learn more about 8397 38th Street Circle E #306? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Sarasota? You can browse all Sarasota real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

