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$634,042$302 / 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 96How 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

5521 MERRIMAC DR

SARASOTA, FL 34231
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,102 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
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

$634K
$606K low$662K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,792 (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.$469,973 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$456,728
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$718,800

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.71 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.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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.Yes
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 · 500 ft²Porch · 513 ft²Boat access

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.

H
Riverview High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Phillippi Shores Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Brookside Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 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%

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How this home compares

5521 Merrimac 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 84% of homes in Sarasota 34231
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Sarasota County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Sarasota 34231
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Sarasota County
  • Older than 74% 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.

This home
$129K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 84% 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$634,042
CheaperTypical $343,989Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$302
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area2,102 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,393 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 5521 Merrimac Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSarasota 34231Sarasota County
Estimated valuepricier than$634,04284% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30270% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than2,102 ft²87% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac74% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than197554% of homes26% of homes

About 5521 Merrimac Dr

How much is 5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL is $634,042 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $606,049 to $662,035. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL last sell?

5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL last sold on Jun 24, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL?

5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,102 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL built?

5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL?

5521 Merrimac Dr, 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 5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL compare to other homes in Sarasota 34231?

Among the 15,187 homes in Sarasota 34231, it is worth more than 84% of them ($634,042 against a typical $343,989), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($302 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,102 ft² against a typical 1,393 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1975 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Sarasota County, it is worth more than 77% 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 5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5521 Merrimac Dr, Sarasota, FL was $5,792. The county assessed it at $469,973.

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