Virtually Staged. Motivated Seller! Discover exceptional value in one of Sarasota’s most desirable locations. This meticulously maintained, maintenance-free home in the gated community of Riva Trace offers the perfect blend of quality, convenience, and lifestyle—all with low HOA fees and no CDD. Built in 2013, this thoughtfully designed three-bedroom, two-bath residence showcases upscale finishes throughout. Inside, you’ll find diagonal tile flooring spanning the entirety of the home, soaring 10–12 foot ceilings, 8-foot doors, and an open, airy layout filled with natural light. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including a new refrigerator, gas cooking, glass tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, and solid wood cabinetry with pull-outs. Enjoy a newly remodeled walk-in shower in the primary bathroom. Additional upgrades include plantation shutters, hurricane protection, double-pane windows, built-in closet systems, designer lighting, and a whole-home air purification system. Step outside to an extended lanai overlooking a peaceful, private backyard with extra side-yard space—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening. A Sunsetter canopy and fenced area add flexibility for pets or outdoor enjoyment. Located just west of I-75 along the highly sought-after University Parkway corridor, this home places you minutes from everything. Enjoy close proximity to The Mall at University Town Center, featuring over 150 shops and restaurants, as well as easy access to downtown Sarasota, parks, and the area’s renowned Gulf Coast beaches. Residents of this intimate community of just 86 homes enjoy tile roofs, paver driveways, and a beautifully maintained setting. A rare highlight is private water access—offering a community park with a fishing and observation deck, canoe launch, and storage. Combining low-maintenance living with upscale features and an unbeatable location, this home is an outstanding opportunity—ideal for downsizing, seasonal living, or simply enjoying the best of Sarasota.
Single-familyProperty Type
2013Year Built
7,440 sq ftLot Size
$309Price/Sq.Ft.
$263/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Laura Ferrara• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Est. $3,392 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 7702 Rio Bella Pl
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4688061
Oct 27, 2026
Sold
$520,000
$309/sq ft
Oct 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 10, 2026
Price Changed
$559,999
$333/sq ft
Jun 10, 2026
Price Changed
$599,000
$356/sq ft
May 8, 2026
Price Changed
$615,000
$366/sq ft
Apr 16, 2026
Listed
$625,000
$372/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4425299
Jun 7, 2019
Sold
$345,000
$205/sq ft
Apr 20, 2019
Pending
—
Apr 10, 2019
Price Changed
$349,000
$208/sq ft
Mar 29, 2019
Price Changed
$365,000
$217/sq ft
Mar 15, 2019
Price Changed
$379,900
$226/sq ft
Feb 24, 2019
Price Changed
$389,900
$232/sq ft
Jan 25, 2019
Listed
$399,900
$238/sq ft
This PRICE, this LOCATION – THIS IS THE ONE - RARE VALUE IN THIS LOCATION. Your SEARCH for a MAINTENANCE-FREE, newer home IS OVER. .. check out this GEM located in the PERFECT SARASOTA LOCATION in this west of I-75, GATED community of Riva Trace. LOW FEES & NO CDD. SO MUCH TO LOVE about this value-packed home built in 2013 w/ QUALITY FEATURES usually found in HIGH END properties – but at a FRACTION of the COST…. .WHAT A DEAL ! Purchase this meticulous home & live a care-free lifestyle in the super convenient University Parkway corridor, next to Mote Ranch & University Park Country Club & Palm Aire w/ in blocks to the University Town Center Mall w/ OVER 150 world-class shops & restaurants, minutes to downtown Sarasota & the beaches. This intimate, upscale comm. of 86 homes has all tile roofs & paver drives & are the newest homes in zip of 34201. Notable features in this true 3 bed/2 ba home incl. tile on diagonal throughout, 10-12 ft ceilings, 8 ft. doors, hurricane shutters, double pane windows, plantation shutters, built-in closets, gas cooking, stainless, glass tile back splash, under cabinet lights, granite throughout, designer lighting, wood cabinets & pullouts, air purification system, huge extended lanai & a private and PEACEFUL back yard, extra space at side of lot. Sunsetter canopy & fenced area for garden or pets. WATER ACCESS - UNHEARD OF AT THIS PRICE. .at the private community park w/ observation/fishing deck, canoe launch & storage. Better than a condo, better than new, the perfect downsize.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,348 (+3.1%)
2024
$4,217 (+1.6%)
2023
$4,152 (+2.9%)
2022
$4,037 (+4.5%)
2021
$3,864 (−2.9%)
2020
$3,981 (+1.2%)
2019
$3,932 (+1.1%)
$70,000 + $207,791
$277,791
2018
$3,890 (+7.5%)
2017
$3,618 (+0.4%)
2016
$3,605 (−1.4%)
2015
$3,658 (+0.3%)
2014
$3,646 (+282.4%)
2013
$953 (+473.8%)
2012
$166
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,440 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
1,681
Year built
2013
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manatee County
APN
1918911609
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
PD-R
Planned Development Residential District
It is the intent of these regulations to provide for development of residential development in areas adequately served, or which can be served, by necessary utilities and services, in locations that are compatible with adjacent and surrounding land uses in accord with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Comprehensive Plan and in compliance with the standards set forth herein. It is further the intent to permit the establishment of such districts only where planned development with carefully located buildings, parking and service areas, and landscaped open space will provide for internal convenience and ease of use as well as external compatibility. It is further intended that PDR districts may provide a broad range of housing types appropriate to the general need of the area served. Uses in PDR districts shall be consistent with Comprehensive Plan requirements regarding use, type, locational criteria and other applicable Comprehensive Plan criteria.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Bed & breakfast
Office
Medical office
Fire house
Police station
Post office
Aug 8, 2019 • Final
Ac change out residential express
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s)