1260 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1260-A, SARASOTA, FL, 34242
Active982 days on marketListed Dec 6, 2023MLS #A4591700
About this home
1260 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1260-A
A spacious two bedroom/two bath ground floor home with attached garage. Relax on the private south-facing lanai overlooking a lake featuring a fountain and frequent visits by numerous water birds. After a long day enjoy HDTV and high-speed internet ready to stream your favorite programs. Wireless internet is also available throughout Bayside and at the pools. The living area is tiled, and the bedrooms have newly-installed plank flooring. Updated bathrooms, in-suite laundry and a well-equipped kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances ensure your stay will have all the comforts of home., Just a short walk away is Crescent and Siesta Beach, rated No. 1 beach in the US easily accessed by private deeded access to its renowned white sands and blue waters. The unit is also conveniently located mid-way between the two pools on the Bayside grounds, guests also have access to the newly renovated fitness center and gas BBQ grills and tennis courts. A fishing dock located on the shell lined walking path encircling the property features a fish light attracting a variety of marine life. A ONE WEEK MINIMUM RENTAL IS REQUIRED. IF YOU DESIRE TO STAY MORE THAN ONE WEEK, PLEASE CONTACT US TO HELP YOU BOOK YOUR RESERVATION. **Taxes and fees not included.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,130
Sqft
1130 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1988
Year built
One
Levels
$7
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$216 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
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Estimated payment
$216/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs GULF & BAY CLUB BAYSIDE
$7 vs $645
Days on market
982 vs 64 typical
Where $7/sqft sits among the 6 homes for sale in GULF & BAY CLUB BAYSIDE
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Sarasota
Drive times from this address
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The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
2 of 6
GULF & BAY CLUB BAYSIDE have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 98% below the SARASOTA 34242 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1260 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1260-A
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’25$625,000
1311 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1311-A · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,130 sqft · $553/sqft · 115 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$729,000
1240 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1240C · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,280 sqft · $570/sqft · 96 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$700,000
1228 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1228-C · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,280 sqft · $547/sqft · 155 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
Darrick Cook
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1260 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1260-A — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
1260 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1260-A FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1260 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1260-A?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $216/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 1260 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1260-A?+
The listing reports pets: No. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $7,700, this home is listed about 99% below the Sarasota median of $555,885. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
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Listing courtesy of GULF COAST REALTY & MANAGEMENT · Andy Moore. MLS #A4591700.
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