
4801 SARASOTA AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL, 34234
Active502 days on marketListed Mar 28, 2025MLS #A4646529
About this home
4801 SARASOTA AVENUE
AS SEEN IN THE WEEK MAGAZINE! Live the best that the Florida lifestyle has to offer with this remodeled mid-century modern pool home located in the desirable Indian Beach Sapphire Shores neighborhood. This midcentury gem has been completely updated including the kitchen and baths, roof, plumbing, electric, and the pool. The 2-ply polyglass roof was replaced in 2020, the AC system in 2021, and the minisplit AC system in 2020. All of the original cast iron plumbing has been replaced with PVC pipes and fittings. The copper water pipes have been replaced with modern PEX pipes and fittings. The electrical panel was updated in 2021 and the heated pool has been rebuilt. All you need to do is move-in and begin enjoying the sunshine in your fully fenced backyard. Adding to the backyard oasis vibes is an oversized screened patio which has enough space to create an outdoor living room and dining area. Inside the home is clean and bright with renovated kitchen and bathrooms and clever built-in storage solutions. The kitchen features a wall length built-in pantry as well as stainless appliances and ample cabinet storage. The large and flexible living space features two walls of windows and a beautiful living room built-in with storage space, display space, and integrated seating.The primary suite features an en-suite renovated bathroom as well as a private entrance to the backyard. While located outside the flood plain you still have easy access to multiple neighborhood parks along Sarasota Bay; they are a fantastic place to watch the sunset, fish, or launch your paddleboards and kayaks into Sarasota Bay. The low-cost and optional Indian Beach Sapphire Shores neighborhood association offers a neighborhood newsletter, picnics, and additional social activities. Driving, walking, or biking along the neighborhood's shaded streets and sidewalks you'll be treated to a tour of Sarasota architecture from the 1920s through today. Within the neighborhood you will also find cultural amenities including the Ringling Museum which features frequent community event programming and the Asolo Theatre which houses Asolo Rep as well as the Sarasota Ballet. Both Downtown Sarasota and Sarasota Bradenton Airport are a 5 minute drive from the home. Shopping and dining on St Armands Circle and the crystal quartz sand of Lido Beach is just a 10 minute drive.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,492
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1959
Year built
One
Levels
$375
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$4,243 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:

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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$4,243/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. 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.
vs edgeAI estimate
−5%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$375 vs $343
Days on market
502 vs 63 typical
Where $375/sqft sits among the 400 Sarasota actives
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 Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores — neighborhood snapshot
Population
3,193
Median age
51
Median income
$82,133
Median home value
$455,294
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
145
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
165 of 400
Sarasota actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 72% above the SARASOTA 34234 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 4801 SARASOTA AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$1,320,000
661 MARLIN DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,817 sqft · $726/sqft · 8 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$425,000
5012 EASTCHESTER DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,071 sqft · $205/sqft · 67 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$230,000
3313 CENTRAL AVENUE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,497 sqft · $154/sqft · 129 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
Cindy Fernandez
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 4801 SARASOTA AVENUE — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 4801 SARASOTA AVENUE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
4801 SARASOTA AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 4801 SARASOTA AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,243/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 4801 SARASOTA AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2023) was $6,465. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 4801 SARASOTA AVENUE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. 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 $560,000, this home is priced right at the Sarasota median.
Which schools are assigned to 4801 SARASOTA AVENUE?+
Booker High School (high), Booker Middle School (middle), Emma E. Booker Elementary School (elementary) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$560,000 runs 72% above the SARASOTA 34234 median.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Time on market is leverage
502 days on market against a Sarasota median of 63 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Amanda Gilliland. MLS #A4646529.
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