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$1,681,521$435 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,200,000 on Mar 17, 2020

5243 RIVERWOOD AVE

SARASOTA, FL 34231
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,868 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.
2.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,200,000 · Mar 17, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,681,521
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,345,217

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,051 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,496,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,484,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,456,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,496,300

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.85 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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.Residential - Vacant Land
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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Creek
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 48 ft²Porch · 390 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
Riverview High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Phillippi Shores Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Brookside Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Sarasota County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34231These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,764
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,058 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,898
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,891
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5243 Riverwood Ave 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 34231
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Sarasota 34231
  • Among the largest homes in Sarasota 34231
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Sarasota 34231
  • Older than 88% of homes in Sarasota County

What homes are worth in Sarasota 34231

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

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$131K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Sarasota 34231.

How it measures up in Sarasota 34231

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sarasota 34231.

Estimated value$1,681,521
CheaperTypical $342,496Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$435
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area3,868 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,386 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 5243 Riverwood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSarasota 34231Sarasota County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,681,52196% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43587% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than3,868 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than2.17 ac97% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than196628% of homes12% of homes

About 5243 Riverwood Ave

How much is 5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL is $1,681,521 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,587,868 to $1,775,174. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL last sell?

5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL last sold on Mar 17, 2020 for $1,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL?

5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,868 square feet of living space and a 2.17-acre lot.

When was 5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL built?

5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL?

5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL is assigned to Riverview High School (high), rated B; Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Brookside Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Sarasota County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL compare to other homes in Sarasota 34231?

Among the 15,163 homes in Sarasota 34231, it is worth more than 96% of them ($1,681,521 against a typical $342,496), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($435 against a typical $248), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,868 ft² against a typical 1,386 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (2.17 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1966 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Sarasota County, it is worth more than 96% 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 5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5243 Riverwood Ave, Sarasota, FL was $17,051. The county assessed it at $1,496,300.

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