Updated pool home in central Sarasota, effective build year 2011. This three-bedroom, two-bath, two-car garage residence has been meticulously maintained and extensively upgraded, reflecting an effective build year of 2011, per Sarasota County tax records. Significant improvements include a new roof 2023, updated pool 2024, new water heater 2024, new appliances (mostly) 2024/2025, new air conditioner 2022 and a new well pump in 2019. The home was re-piped with PEX in 2017, and pipes jetted in 2021. This property is outside of a flood zone and, according to the owner, has had no hurricane or storm damage. There is a hurricane-impact garage door and hurricane shutters for the PGT double hung insulated vinyl windows the seller installed. On a spacious 10,100-square-foot lot, this home features a new (2024) vinyl fence enclosing the entire backyard. The desirable split floor plan offers two gathering spaces, an open-concept kitchen/family room and separate bedrooms for extra privacy. The owner’s retreat is a quiet sanctuary, complete with sliding glass doors to a dedicated patio overlooking the expansive lawn and oak trees, an en-suite bath and a walk-in closet, while the guest bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned by the guest bath and family room. Designed for relaxing or entertaining, this home invites gracious living and seamless access to the indoor/outdoor Florida lifestyle we desire. In central Sarasota, this home is minutes to major shopping and dining destinations and under seven miles to World Renowned Siesta Key Beach. Convenient to downtown, cultural arts, international airports, Interstate 75 and all Sarasota has to offer, this incredible, move-in-ready home will go quickly! Call for your private tour today.
Sold for $490,000 on 05/13/25
$490,000
3979 Helene St, Sarasota, FL 34233
3beds
1,637sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
10,100 Square Feet Lot
$478,900 Zestimate®
$299/sqft
$2,804 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 13, 2025 at 12:04pm
Listing Provided by:
Melodie Palmer 941-539-4046,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-364-4000,
Waldron Palmer 941-350-2791,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Bought with:
Michelle Klamrzynski, 3605817
54 REALTY LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4645400
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 149.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x11.5
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower No Tub
- Level: First
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.5x6
Balcony porch lanai
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 1152 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 36x32
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 207 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x11.5
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
- Level: First
- Area: 155.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5x11.5
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.5x12
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Shutters, Hurricane Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,337
- Total interior livable area: 1,637 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Deck, Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Pool Sweep, Screen Enclosure
- Fencing: Fenced,Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool
Lot
- Size: 10,100 sqft
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Details
- Parcel number: 0070110021
- Zoning: RSF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding, Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Fire Hydrant, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Well, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Sarasota
- Subdivision: FOREST LAKES SOUTH
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$478,900