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$1,152,006$688 / 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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,150,000 on Jun 3, 2025

494 SAPPHIRE DR

SARASOTA, FL 34234
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,674 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.2M
$861K low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,150,000 · Jun 3, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,010 (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.$443,996 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$431,483
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$688,500

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.69 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.94%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.2015
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 566 ft²Porch · 198 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
Booker High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Booker Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
E
Emma E. Booker Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.7 mi

District: Sarasota County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34234These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,005
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,003 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,678
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,689
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

494 Sapphire 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 more than 96% of homes in Sarasota 34234
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Sarasota 34234
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Sarasota 34234
  • Older than 96% of homes in Sarasota County

What homes are worth in Sarasota 34234

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

This home
$109K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Sarasota 34234.

How it measures up in Sarasota 34234

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sarasota 34234.

Estimated value$1,152,006
CheaperTypical $274,030Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$688
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,674 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,168 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 494 Sapphire Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndian Beach / Sapphire ShoresSarasota 34234Sarasota County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,152,00678% of homes96% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$68884% of homes96% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,674 ft²56% of homes83% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac38% of homes63% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than195549% of homes21% of homes4% of homes

About 494 Sapphire Dr

How much is 494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL is $1,152,006 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $861,204 to $1,442,808. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL last sell?

494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL last sold on Jun 3, 2025 for $1,150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL?

494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,674 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL built?

494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL?

494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL is assigned to Booker High School (high), rated D+; Booker Middle School (middle), rated C+; Emma E. Booker Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Sarasota County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL compare to other homes in Sarasota 34234?

Among the 7,267 homes in Sarasota 34234, it is worth more than 96% of them ($1,152,006 against a typical $274,030), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($688 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 83% of them (1,674 ft² against a typical 1,168 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1955 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Sarasota County, it is worth more than 92% 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 494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 494 Sapphire Dr, Sarasota, FL was $6,010. The county assessed it at $443,996.

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