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Siesta Key 34242 Siesta Beach
4938 COMMONWEALTH DRIVE
$2,695,000
↓ $205K (7.1%)
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4938 COMMONWEALTH DRIVE

SARASOTA, FL 34242
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
2,169 Ft²
$14,246
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Prepare to be captivated by this fully renovated masterpiece, offering an unparalleled blend of modern luxury and coastal sophistication. Featuring an extra 1,300 square feet of finished, legal nonconforming space in addition to the official tax record, this property offers exceptional value at under $800/sq ft when including this spectacular bonus square footage. Perfectly designed for upscale entertaining or private relaxation, every detail of this residence has been meticulously updated with premium finishes. Don't miss the opportunity to own a turnkey oasis that truly offers more than meets the eye.
Unit Size
2,169 Ft²
Days on Market
216 days
Land Size
0.17 acres
Price per sqft
$1,243
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,012
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1984

Listed By

Maurice Menager
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Lin Dunn
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

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Last updated: 2 months ago (Stellar MLS #A4683758)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
May 23, 2026 Price Decreased $2,695,000
↓ $205K (7.1%)
Price Decreased
Mar 31, 2026 Price Decreased $2,900,000
↓ $150K (4.9%)
Price Decreased
Feb 24, 2026 Listed by MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY $3,050,000
Listed by MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Jan 13, 2017 Sold
Sold
Apr 2, 2007 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

Elevator
Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
With View
Parking Details
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage, Oversized, Parking Pad, Underground, Ground Level
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 3
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Window Treatments
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring Type: Laminate, Porcelain Tile
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level
Rooms: 13
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Electric, Living Room, Ventless
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 2169
Square Footage Source: $0
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Condition: Completed
Architectural Style: Florida
Year Built: 1984
Waterfront Features: Canal Access
Waterbody Name: GRAND CANAL
Building Area Total: 4827
Levels: Two
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Shades, Thermal Windows
Construction Materials: Concrete, Stucco, Wood Siding
Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Solar Heat, Tile, Lighting, Solar Power Pump
Pool is Private
Lot Features: Landscaped, Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County
Lot Size Area: 7604
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Size Square Feet: 7604
Tax Lot: 17
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Annual Amount: $12,150
Lease Considered: Yes
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Central, Electric
Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1984
  • Effective Year Built: 2014
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 6
  • Construction Type: 12
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 18
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 9
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 787
  • Parking Space Count: 3
  • Patio Type: 79
  • Porch Type: 102
  • Pool Type: 8
  • Location Influence Type: 27

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7,604
  • Total Building Area: 2,845
  • Gross Building Area: 2,845
  • Building Area: 2,058
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,058
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 1
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: SIESTA BEACH
  • Land Acres: 0000000175
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 0100
  • State Land Use Code: 001
  • Legal Description 1: LOT 17 & TH N 10 FT OF LOT 18 BLK 22 SIESTA BEACH

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Sarasota County School District
  • School Tax School District: L018 W190 A055
  • Census Tract: 001904

Zoning

  • Zoning: RSF2

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 28A
  • Account Number: 0081070011
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 396
  • Parcel: 0081-07-0011
  • Block: 22
  • Lot: 17
  • Meridian: SEC 12 TWN 37S RNG 17E
  • Municipality: SARASOTA COUNTY
  • Latitude: 27.2803
  • Longitude: -82.5537

    Address

  • Full Address: 4938 Commonwealth Dr
  • Address - House Number: 4938
  • Address - Street Name: Commonwealth
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: FL
  • City Name: Sarasota
  • Carrier Code: C095
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1422
  • Zip Code: 34242

Valuation

    Tax

  • Total Area: 4,050
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $1,141,503
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 1892

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.259
  • Valuation Date: Jan 10, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 63
  • Final Value: 1,537,502
  • High Value: 1,935,804
  • Low Value: 1,139,200

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $1,810,600
  • Market Land Value: $793,500
  • Market Improvement Value: $1,017,100

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $952,111

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jan 09, 2017
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jan 13, 2017
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2017005561
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Apr 02, 2007
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Mar 30, 2007
  • Previous Sale Amount: $757,500
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 4938 Commonwealth Drive built and last sold?
The property at 4938 Commonwealth Drive was built in 1984 and last sold on Jan 9, 2017 for $800,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 4938 Commonwealth Drive is $2,683,816.
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