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3609 81st Pl E, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA
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Amenities for 3609 81st Pl E
Features
| Carpet | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Air | Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
Other
| View Type: Lake |
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About 3609 81st Pl E
Property Status: Active Lake-View Home in University Groves. Enjoy comfortable Florida living in this newer-construction 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, ideally situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in University Groves. The home features a desirable floor plan with tile flooring throughout the main living areas and a well-appointed kitchen with wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Relax on the screened lanai and take in peaceful lake views-an ideal setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing at the end of the day. A two-car garage provides plenty of convenience and storage. The location is hard to beat. Just off University Parkway, you're minutes from downtown Sarasota and an easy drive to the restaurants and shopping of St. Armands Circle and the beaches of Lido Key. Head east and you'll quickly reach University Town Center and Nathan Benderson Park, offering an exceptional selection of shopping, dining, entertainment, recreation, and events. Lawn care and irrigation water are included in the rent. Available for an unfurnished annual lease. Office Phone: (941) 504-9232 Copyright © 2026 Stellar MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 3609 81st Pl E, Sarasota, FL 34243, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.6 miles away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2.0 miles away
- Extra Storage
- In-unit features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.5 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 34243 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Sarasota
3-bedroom apartments at 3609 81st Pl E cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Sarasota.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Sarasota
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,877 |
| November 2024 | $2,879 |
| December 2024 | $2,851 |
| January 2025 | $2,830 |
| February 2025 | $2,800 |
| March 2025 | $2,799 |
| April 2025 | $2,746 |
| May 2025 | $2,714 |
| June 2025 | $2,673 |
| July 2025 | $2,695 |
| August 2025 | $2,650 |
| September 2025 | $2,695 |
| October 2025 | $2,664 |
| November 2025 | $2,600 |
| December 2025 | $2,637 |
| January 2026 | $2,658 |
| February 2026 | $2,606 |
| March 2026 | $2,672 |
| April 2026 | $2,688 |
| May 2026 | $2,716 |
| June 2026 | $2,733 |
| July 2026 | $2,687 |
| August 2026 | $2,657 |
| September 2026 | $2,597 |
| October 2026 | $2,600 |
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Can I afford to live at 3609 81st Pl E?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$108,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years ago | $2,300 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,300 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,300 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,900 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,900 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $1,800 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $1,850 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 3609 81st Pl E
Kinnan Elementary School
3415 tallevast rd
sarasota, FL, 34243
PK, K-5Public
B
Easter Seals of Southwest Florida
350 braden ave
sarasota, FL, 34243
PK, K-12Public
Access to Education
6423 9th st e
bradenton, FL, 34203
3-12Public
School of Academic & Behavioral Learning Excellence
6423 9th st e
bradenton, FL, 34203
PK, K-8Public
B
Palmshores Behavior Health Center
1324 37th ave east
bradenton, FL, 34208
2-12Public
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Neighborhood
Getting around Sarasota near 3609 81st Pl E
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 3609 81st Pl E, Sarasota
Groceries
5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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