3223 W FOREST LAKE CIR Sarasota, FL 34232
UPDATED:
03/09/2025 02:49 PM
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,863 sqft
Price per Sqft $439
Subdivision Forest Lakes
MLS Listing ID A4643419
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Construction Status Completed
HOA Fees $250/ann
HOA Y/N Yes
Originating Board Stellar MLS
Annual Recurring Fee 250.0
Year Built 1964
Annual Tax Amount $17,286
Lot Size 0.890 Acres
Acres 0.89
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Nestled on nearly AN ACRE of quiet LAKEFRONT property, this exceptional Sarasota residence offers privacy, luxury, and peace of mind with no hurricane or flood damage. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 4-car garage and nearly 4,000 square feet, this home blends timeless elegance with modern functionality.
Interior Highlights:
*Grand Entry & Living Spaces: Enter through double doors into an open-concept layout with lake views, a soaring ceiling, and windows galore beckoning the light. The expansive living and dining area provides a stunning backdrop for art and entertaining.
* Welcoming Kitchen & Family Room: In the heart of the home rests the kitchen boasting dual islands, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry with built-in shelving, and a pot filler over the range. The buyer will love gazing out of the kitchen window at the sparkling lake and lush greenery. The adjoining family room is a retreat onto itself offering a huge TV, with options for seating, viewing and conversation around what is now a “hidden fireplace”.
*Owners Retreat: The spacious primary bedroom offers private access to the resort-style pool, elegant walk-in closet with built-in shelving and the spa like en-suite bath features a soaking tub, separate shower, and dual sinks.
*Flexible Living Spaces: Two guest bedrooms, a study, and a versatile bonus room offer options for a home gym, office, or playroom. A separate guest room with its own en-suite bath, walk-in closet, and private access to the home and pool is located on the opposite side of the house, further enhancing the home's functionality and privacy.
Outdoor & Additional Features:
*Resort-Style Pool & Outdoor Living: Enjoy the oversized pool and covered & screened lanai for that seamless indoor-outdoor Florida living.
*1,000-Bottle Wine Cellar: Featuring dedicated climate control and a custom stained-glass door.
*Garages / Expansion Potential: Two garages—Totaling 4 Parking spaces. Plenty of storage and one garage is currently a workshop, ideal for an additional living space.
*Prime Location: Set in a private, sought-after neighborhood with easy access to top-rated schools, fine dining, shopping, and #1 named beach in USA, Siesta Key!
**The seller has completed a pre-sale home inspection, ensuring full transparency for buyers and confidence in the homes condition. This is your opportunity to own a private lakefront home in the hidden gem of Forest Lakes in Sarasota, Schedule your private tour today! This is a MUST SEE!
Location
State FL
County Sarasota
Community Forest Lakes
Zoning RE2
Rooms
Other Rooms Attic, Bonus Room, Breakfast Room Separate, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Formal Dining Room Separate, Inside Utility, Storage Rooms
Interior
Interior Features Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Skylight(s), Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
Heating Central, Electric
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Ceramic Tile, Tile
Furnishings Negotiable
Fireplace false
Appliance Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Courtyard, French Doors, Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler Metered, Storage
Parking Features Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Off Street, Oversized, Split Garage, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces 4.0
Fence Electric
Pool Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Screen Enclosure
Community Features Golf Carts OK
Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Well, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Water Connected
View Y/N Yes
Water Access Yes
Water Access Desc Pond
View Garden, Water
Roof Type Shingle
Porch Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Attached Garage true
Garage true
Private Pool Yes
Building
Lot Description In County, Landscaped, Level, Oversized Lot, Paved
Story 1
Entry Level One
Foundation Slab
Lot Size Range 1/2 to less than 1
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public, Well
Architectural Style Other
Structure Type Stucco
New Construction false
Construction Status Completed
Schools
Elementary Schools Wilkinson Elementary
Middle Schools Brookside Middle
High Schools Sarasota High
Others
Pets Allowed Yes
Senior Community No
Ownership Fee Simple
Monthly Total Fees $20
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Membership Fee Required Optional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Special Listing Condition None
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