4524 RIVERWOOD AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active51 days on marketListed Aug 23, 2026MLS #A4703737
About this home
4524 RIVERWOOD AVENUE
Welcome to this stunning contemporary pool home, offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a dedicated office, and nearly 2,300 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Situated on a premium corner lot with no HOA and located outside of a flood zone, this exceptional home offers privacy, modern design, and everyday comfort in one of Sarasota’s desirable locations. Designed with both comfort and entertaining in mind, the open-concept floor plan features soaring 10+ foot ceilings, impact windows, tall contemporary solid-core doors, and an abundance of natural light throughout. At the heart of the home is an impressive chef’s kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a built-in oven and microwave, dishwasher, separate cooktop, custom high-gloss cabinetry, granite countertops, a spacious pantry, and an oversized island. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the expansive living and dining areas, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary suite offers a private retreat with a large walk-in closet and beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom featuring dual vanities and an oversized walk-in shower. The additional bedrooms are generously sized, while the second bathroom provides convenient access to the outdoor living area. A dedicated office offers additional flexibility for working from home, a media room, or guest space. Expansive 10-foot sliding glass doors open to the covered lanai and beautifully designed outdoor living area, featuring a sleek lap-style pool and oversized paver deck. Surrounded by mature palm trees and a fully fenced backyard, the outdoor space provides a private and relaxing setting to enjoy the Florida lifestyle. Additional features include a spacious laundry room with custom cabinetry, a two-car garage, impact windows, and high-end finishes throughout. Ideally located approximately 4 miles from world-famous Siesta Key Beach, this home is just minutes from downtown Sarasota, shopping, dining, parks, schools, and everyday conveniences. Enjoy the comfort, privacy, and convenience of this beautifully designed Sarasota rental home. Schedule your private showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,298
Sqft
0.19 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2016
Year built
One
Levels
$2
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$189 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$189/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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.
$/sqft vs RIDGEWOOD
$2 vs $176
Days on market
51 vs 84 typical
Where $2/sqft sits among the 9 homes for sale in RIDGEWOOD
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 Ridgewood
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Ridgewood — neighborhood snapshot
Population
656
Median age
45
Median income
$59,241
Median home value
$447,200
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
49%
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)
6 of 9
RIDGEWOOD have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 98% below the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 4524 RIVERWOOD AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$410,000
11906 DOWNY BIRCH DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,328 sqft · $176/sqft · 27 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$563,000
2220 PALM TERRACE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,243 sqft · $251/sqft · 170 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$435,000
2814 NW 13TH COURT · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,172 sqft · $200/sqft · 17 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
Colleen Brown
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 4524 RIVERWOOD AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 4524 RIVERWOOD AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
4524 RIVERWOOD AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 4524 RIVERWOOD AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $189/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 4524 RIVERWOOD 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 $4,000, this home is listed about 99% below the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 4524 RIVERWOOD 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
01Under the SARASOTA 34231 market on paper
$4,000 is 98% below the SARASOTA 34231 median of $244,900, and at $2/sqft it sits under the Sarasota average of $488.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
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 $4,500, now $4,000 — a $500 cut. The full history is in the market section below.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP · Joe Ebert. MLS #A4703737.
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