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$849,900

323 Suwanee Ave

Sarasota, FL
Active
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3,878
Square Feet
0.44
Lot Size (acres)
1950
Year Built
43
Days On Market

Five houses from the bay, and every bit as grand as that sounds. This 1950s classic in Ballentine Manor sits on almost half an acre; a rare find this close to the water. Step through glass pocket doors that open the living room to the sitting room, a detail you just don't see anymore. Luxury vinyl plank runs throughout, the kitchen and baths have been updated, and the roof is new as of 2024. Impact windows keep things quiet and secure, year-round. Four bedrooms, three baths, including two full ensuites means room to spread out, room to host. The kitchen is big enough for a crowd, and outside, the pool and outdoor kitchen make Sarasota's weather feel like it was made for this backyard. The current owner used the right rear bedroom as an owner's bedroom and the front right bedroom as an office. Close the pocket door to both bathrooms, and you have an owner's suite with all you can imagine. See the online pictures for ideas! The location does a lot of the talking, too: a short trip to the Ringling Museum, downtown Sarasota, and Lido Beach. Bay access nearby. History, character, and a setting that's genuinely hard to replace. Homes like this — with this much land, this close to the water — don't come around often.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
08/22/2026
Listed By
Beth Helvey PA, 9413303600 · MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, 9419516660
MLS#
A4703663
Source
Stellar MLS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
323 Suwanee Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243
City
Sarasota
County
Manatee
Neighborhood
BALLENTINE MANOR ESTATES
Zip Code
34243

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
Stories
1
Year Built
1950
Construction Materials
Stucco, Block
Building Area
3,878 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Shingle
Levels
One
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Stone Counters
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Exhaust Fan
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Exterior Features
Outdoor Kitchen
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Heat Pump

Property Features

Lot Size
0.44 Acres
Lot Features
Level, Paved
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Square Footage

Total
2,551 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$849,900
Annual Taxes
$6,547

Schools

55/100
Bayshore High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3.4 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Bradenton
Students
1,453
Student body
41% Hispanic / Latino · 36% White · 18% Black
Free/reduced lunch
58%
Phone
(941) 751-7004
75/100
Florine J Abel Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.4 mi
City
Sarasota
Students
467
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
49% Hispanic / Latino · 26% White · 17% Black
Free/reduced lunch
67%
Phone
(941) 751-7040
75/100
Bay Haven School Of Basics Plus
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 2.8 mi
City
Sarasota
Students
602
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
62% White · 20% Black · 12% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
49%
Phone
(941) 359-5800
65/100
Booker Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 3.4 mi
City
Sarasota
Students
789
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
35% Black · 34% Hispanic / Latino · 23% White
Free/reduced lunch
82%
Phone
(941) 359-5824
60/100
Booker High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3 mi
City
Sarasota
Students
1,087
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
33% White · 32% Hispanic / Latino · 29% Black
Free/reduced lunch
66%
Phone
(941) 355-2967
57/100
Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 2.3 mi
City
Bradenton
Students
737
Student body
79% Hispanic / Latino · 11% Black · 8% White
Free/reduced lunch
75%
Phone
(941) 751-7023
57/100
Visible Men Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 2.3 mi
City
Bradenton
Students
99
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
41% Hispanic / Latino · 40% Black · 12% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(941) 758-7588
54/100
Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 2.9 mi
City
Sarasota
Students
584
Student body
44% Hispanic / Latino · 39% White · 7% Black
Free/reduced lunch
66%
Phone
(941) 358-2888

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
08/21/2026Listed for sale$849,900

Listed by Beth Helvey PA · MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · 9419516660

Listing information 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. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Stellar MLS. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: August 22, 2026 at 10:56 AM | Source: Stellar MLS | MLS#: A4703663

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