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$257,891$281 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $116,000 on Dec 28, 2012

3938 LANCASTER DR

SARASOTA, FL 34241
3
Beds
1
Baths
918 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$258K
$243K low$273K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$116,000 · Dec 28, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,526 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$169,998 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,207
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$255,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySarasota
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 366 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lakeview Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Sarasota Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Sarasota High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi

District: Sarasota County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34241These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,148
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.165 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,016
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,867
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

3938 Lancaster Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 96% of homes in Sarasota 34241
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Sarasota County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Sarasota 34241
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Sarasota 34241
  • Older than 98% of homes in Sarasota 34241

What homes are worth in Sarasota 34241

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$238K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Sarasota 34241.

How it measures up in Sarasota 34241

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sarasota 34241.

Estimated value$257,891
CheaperTypical $619,291Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$281
CheaperTypical $294Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area918 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,900 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 3938 Lancaster Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSarasota 34241Sarasota County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,8914% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28142% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than918 ft²4% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac25% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than19712% of homes18% of homes

About 3938 Lancaster Dr

How much is 3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL is $257,891 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $242,681 to $273,101. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL last sell?

3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL last sold on Dec 28, 2012 for $116,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL?

3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 918 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL built?

3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL?

3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL is assigned to Lakeview Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Sarasota Middle School (middle), rated A+; Sarasota High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Sarasota County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL compare to other homes in Sarasota 34241?

Among the 8,398 homes in Sarasota 34241, it is worth more than 4% of them ($257,891 against a typical $619,291), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($281 against a typical $294), it is bigger than 4% of them (918 ft² against a typical 1,900 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1971 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Sarasota County, it is worth more than 20% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3938 Lancaster Dr, Sarasota, FL was $1,526. The county assessed it at $169,998.

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