3661 Bernice LN, Sarasota FL 34238, SARASOTA, FL, 34238
Active152 days on marketListed Mar 19, 2026MLS #A11985337
About this home
3661 Bernice LN, Sarasota FL 34238
Investor's Dream in One of Sarasota's Most Competitive Markets — Priced to Move. Opportunity knocks on Bernice Lane. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1,896 sq ft single-family home on a generous 0.28-acre lot is fully prepped and ready for your vision. Built in 1957 with solid construction, the bones are here — what's needed is the right buyer with the right plan. The Sarasota 34238 corridor is no secret: homes in this market are moving fast and comps are strong, with similar properties selling at $450K–$800K+. The ARV upside here is real for the investor who moves decisively. The play: Renovate and flip, renovate and rent (rental estimates run $2,900–$4,100/mo), or hold as a long-term asset in one of Florida's most desirable coastal markets. The flexibility is yours.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1957
Year built
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$2,572 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,572/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Where it sits
Inside Sarasota
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SARASOTA 34238 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
22,808
Median age
63.9
Median income
$94,583
Median home value
$532,800
Avg household
1.94
Households w/ children
1,611
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 30% above the SARASOTA 34238 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3661 Bernice LN
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$405,000
3646 MARY LANE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,642 sqft · $247/sqft · 57 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$580,000
3645 MERIDALE ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,028 sqft · $286/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$175,000
7237 CLOISTER DRIVE UNIT # 207
2 bd · 2 ba · 914 sqft · $191/sqft · 31 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Nicholas Giaccone
Director of Agent Success · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3661 Bernice LN — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3661 Bernice LN — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
3661 Bernice LN FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3661 Bernice LN, Sarasota FL 34238?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,572/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 3661 Bernice LN, Sarasota FL 34238?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,260. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $325,000, this home is listed about 41% below the Sarasota median of $555,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3661 Bernice LN, Sarasota FL 34238?+
Laurel Nokomis School (elementary), Venice Senior High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$325,000 runs 30% above the SARASOTA 34238 median.
02Garden views
The garden view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
152 days on market against a Sarasota median of 64 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Laurel Nokomis School, Venice Senior High School — Laurel Nokomis School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $395,000, now $325,000 — a $70K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of LPT Realty, LLC · Lucas Rowell. MLS #A11985337.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Miami Association of REALTORS®.
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