4842 NUTMEG AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active45 days on marketListed Jun 22, 2026MLS #A4697828
About this home
4842 NUTMEG AVENUE
Oasis in the Heart of Sarasota Central Prime Location | 3 Bed + Den | 2 Bath | 13,800 Sq Ft Lot | Privacy | Nature in Your Front Yard If you’ve been looking for a home that feels like a private retreat yet keeps you close to everything Sarasota has to offer, this is the one. Discover a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and effortless Sarasota living in this move-in-ready home. Perfectly positioned on a quiet dead-end street, this secluded retreat offers a serene escape with seamless access to the very best of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Inside, hardwood floors lead to a living room with vaulted ceiling, an upgraded kitchen featuring granite countertops, quality custom made cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and recessed lighting. The spacious primary suite opens to a private patio, creating a peaceful setting for morning coffee or evening relaxation. A new roof installed in December 2025 provides added peace of mind. Set on a generous 13,800 sq ft double lot, the property offers exceptional potential for a future pool, lush garden retreat, or outdoor entertaining space. Steps from Red Bug Slough Preserve, this home delivers a true Old Florida lifestyle with nature right at your doorstep. Red Bug Slough Preserve spans 72 acres and features more than 3 miles of paved and shaded trails through hammocks and pine flatwoods, a tranquil lake, birdwatching along the Florida Birding Trail, a butterfly garden, playground, fishing pier, and picnic shelters. Enjoy a central Sarasota's prime location with peaceful surroundings and convenient access to: Siesta Key Beach: 5 miles. Sarasota Memorial Hospital: 4.5 miles. Downtown Sarasota and the Bayfront: 6.5 miles. Whether you spend your days walking the trails, biking, birdwatching, fishing, or heading to the beach, this move-in-ready sanctuary offers an exceptional Sarasota lifestyle.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,611
Sqft
0.32 ac
Lot size
1984
Year built
One
Levels
$310
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$3,548 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,548/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+19.7%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$310 vs $344
Days on market
45 vs 61 typical
Where $310/sqft sits among the 400 Sarasota actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Sarasota
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SARASOTA 34231 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
32,203
Median age
55.1
Median income
$69,721
Median home value
$363,400
Avg household
2.03
Households w/ children
2,803
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
159 of 400
Sarasota actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 135% above the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 4842 NUTMEG AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$300,000
905 W BALL STREET · same community
5 bd · 2 ba · 1,638 sqft · $183/sqft · 17 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$330,000
4945 CAMPHOR AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,450 sqft · $228/sqft · 113 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$365,000
4848 CAMPHOR AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,420 sqft · $257/sqft · 141 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 4842 NUTMEG AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 4842 NUTMEG AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
4842 NUTMEG AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 4842 NUTMEG AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,548/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 4842 NUTMEG AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,756. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 4842 NUTMEG AVENUE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $499,000, this home is listed about 12% below the Sarasota median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 4842 NUTMEG AVENUE?+
Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary), Riverview High School (high), Brookside Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$499,000 runs 135% above the SARASOTA 34231 median.
02Park/Greenbelt & Trees/Woods views
The park/greenbelt and trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Strong assigned schools
Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Riverview High School, Brookside Middle School — Phillippi Shores Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $525,000, now $499,000 — a $26K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Veronica Lee. MLS #A4697828.
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