8057 RIO BELLA PLACE
UNIVERSITY PARK, FL 34201
About this home
Tucked away in the gated, maintenance-free, lakefront community of Riva Trace, this thoughtfully designed 4-bedroom plus den, 3-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and Florida living. From the moment you enter, you'll appreciate the spacious feel created by soaring 12-foot ceilings, 8-foot doors, and an open layout accented with plantation shutters throughout. Porcelain tile flows through the main living areas, while the bedrooms provide the warmth and comfort of carpeting. At the heart of the home is a well-appointed kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining. It features stainless steel appliances, natural gas cooktop w/hood, granite countertops, soft-close wood 42" cabinetry, a pantry, breakfast bar, built-in desk area, and a convenient butler's pantry with additional serving, storage and glass front display space. The private den, enclosed by glass French doors, makes an ideal home office, study, or flex space. Elegant details including crown molding and coffered ceilings enhance the formal dining room, living room, family room, and primary suite, while sliding glass doors invite natural light and seamless access to the outdoor living area. The spacious primary retreat overlooks the pool and includes custom walk-in closet built-ins and a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, granite countertops, a soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower. Two guest bedrooms are tucked behind a pocket door and share a full bath, creating a private wing for family or visitors. A fourth bedroom sits adjacent to the pool bath, offering flexibility for guests or multigenerational living. Outside is where this home truly shines. The screened lanai is designed for year-round enjoyment, featuring stunning travertine pavers, covered gathering spaces, an outdoor gas kitchen and bar w/sink and side burner, freeform pool with a tranquil water feature overlooking the lake and Preserve! Whether hosting friends or enjoying a quiet evening by the water, this outdoor setting feels like a private retreat. Additional highlights include a laundry room with abundant cabinetry and utility sink, overhead garage storage, low HOA fees, and NO CDD fees. Ideally located just minutes from shopping, dining, entertainment, SRQ Airport, and the Gulf Coast's beautiful beaches, this home offers the lifestyle so many are seeking in one of the area's most desirable communities. The location is truly exceptional, offering convenient access to Sarasota, its beautiful Gulf beaches, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lido Key and Anna Marie Island, Bradenton, and vibrant downtown St. Petersburg. You’ll also appreciate being just minutes from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport and an abundance of premier shopping and dining at The Mall at University Town Center, Detweilers Market, Whole Foods, Fresh Market, Lakewood Ranch Main St and Waterside, Nathan Benderson Park and so much more! Home is located in flood zone X, While pool and yard is located in AE
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Living area
- 2,424 sqft
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile, Travertine
- Features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo…
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan…
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 10,454 sqft (0.24 ac)
- Pool
- Yes
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Roof
- Tile
- Construction
- Block, Stucco
- Exterior
- Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Sprinkler Metered
Parking
- Garage
- 2 spaces
Financial
- HOA dues
- $790 / quarterly
- Annual tax
- $7,858 (2025)
- Price / sqft
- $299/sqft
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected…
Property
- Property type
- Single Family
- Year built
- 2012
- Subdivision
- RIVA TRACE
- County
- Manatee
Assigned schools
- Elementary
- Robert E Willis Elementary
- Middle
- Braden River Middle
- High
- Braden River High
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 30 days
- MLS #
- MFR793635311
- Source
- Stellar MLS
Listed by Tami Cashi · COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Listing data provided by Stellar MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sample estimate — not an appraisal
Based on 25 comparable sales within 3 miles of UNIVERSITY PARK, FL, this home is priced over RENA ValiQ.
Reference only. Estimates blend public sale comps, neighbourhood trend and the listing’s own metrics. Final price moves on diligence, terms and timing — RENA is your second read, not your agent.
Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOA- Principal & interest
- $3,858/mo
- Property tax
- $544/mo
- Home insurance
- $200/mo
Tax, insurance and HOA are editable estimates with Florida-typical defaults — Florida homeowners insurance in particular varies widely by location and elevation. Confirm exact figures with a lender and insurer.
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Answered from this listing’s own figures and the sales around it.
Price historySample data
Reference timeline for $724,900. Live MLS history swaps in with the Stellar feed.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08 | Listing updated | $724,900 | — |
| 2026-05 | Price changed | $724,900 | −$43,494 |
| 2026-03 | Listed | $768,394 | — |
NeighbourhoodSample data
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Location
Frequently asked questions
What would 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK cost per month?
About $4,946 a month: $3,665 principal and interest, $655 property tax, $362 insurance, $263 HOA. That assumes 20% down at 6.5% over 30 years.
Is 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK priced fairly?
Comparable sales nearby put it between $636,845 and $732,715, with $684,780 in the middle. That is from 8 properties of the same type and size within three miles, at a median of $283 a square foot.
How does 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK compare to nearby homes?
8 comparable properties within three miles. The nearest: 7909 RIO BELLA PLACE, BRADENTON, FL at $565,000, 1,901 sq ft, 0.09 miles away; 7702 RIO BELLA PLACE, BRADENTON, FL at $599,000, 1,681 sq ft, 0.28 miles away; 6988 74TH STREET CIRCLE, BRADENTON, FL at $770,000, 3,011 sq ft, 0.28 miles away.
How long has 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK been on the market?
30 days on the market.
Has the price of 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK changed?
The price has not moved since it was listed.
How big is 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK?
4 bed, 3 bath, 2,424 square feet. That is $299 a square foot.
What year was 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK built?
Built in 2012.
What is the HOA fee at 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK?
The association fee works out to $263 a month.
What are the property taxes at 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK?
Property tax works out to about $655 a month, $7,858 a year.
Is 8057 RIO BELLA PLACE, UNIVERSITY PARK still available?
It is still on the market.
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