3843 CHAPEL DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34234
Active441 days on marketListed May 23, 2025MLS #A4653666
About this home
3843 CHAPEL DRIVE
***Weekly or Monthly Rental*** Monthly Rate: $7,500 (In Season), $3,500 (Off Season). Rate does not include Taxes, Cleaning or Fees. Call for availability. No Annual Rentals. Escape to this delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage, complete with modern amenities and a serene outdoor oasis. Perfect for families or groups, this rental includes a private salt water pool with outdoor bar, a cozy fire pit and a game area for endless entertainment. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or gathering around the fire pit, this home offers the ideal space for relaxation and fun. Location Perks: • Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ): A quick 10-minute drive away for ultimate convenience. • Downtown Sarasota: Just 12 minutes from vibrant restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions. • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art: Immerse yourself in art and history only 7 minutes from your doorstep. • Sarasota Jungle Gardens just around the corner, less than 5 minutes away. • St. Armands Circle: Discover unique boutiques and gourmet dining options within a scenic 15-minute drive. • Lido Key Beach: Only 15 minutes away with beautiful beaches • Siesta Key Beach: America’s #1 beach is only 20 minutes away This Chapel Street gem is your perfect home base for exploring Sarasota’s rich cultural scene, pristine beaches, and vibrant city life. Book your stay and experience the best of Florida’s Gulf Coast! This cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath home comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests, making it perfect for family gatherings or fun with friends! Outdoor Bliss: Unwind poolside or in the pool, sip on refreshing drinks, and enjoy In the evenings, gather around the cozy fire pit for warm conversations under the stars. Take advantage of the outdoor grilling area for delicious barbecues. Extras Included: Your stay comes with complimentary beach umbrellas, chairs, and towels—no need to worry about extra rental fees! Plus, we provide a starter supply of toiletries and cleaning/laundry essentials. Come experience the laid-back paradise of the Charming Cottage Retreat—your unforgettable getaway awaits! Pool Heating is available for $20/day from November 1 through April 30 and must be purchased a minimum of 3 days prior to check in. Travel with confidence. The #PMIPurify program is implemented in every rental, providing a pristine clean for all guests. Travel Protection Insurance is offered, but optional.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
1,168
Sqft
0.14 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1940
Year built
Two
Levels
$3
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.
$189 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$189/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 Sarasota actives
$3 vs $343
Days on market
441 vs 61 typical
Where $3/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)
159 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 99% below the SARASOTA 34234 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3843 CHAPEL DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$425,000
3842 CHAPEL DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,164 sqft · $365/sqft · 34 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$251,700
3806 CHAPEL DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,040 sqft · $242/sqft · 66 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$499,500
1100 IMPERIAL DRIVE UNIT 403
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,160 sqft · $431/sqft · 193 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
Tommy Trainer
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3843 CHAPEL DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3843 CHAPEL DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
3843 CHAPEL DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3843 CHAPEL DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $189/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 3843 CHAPEL DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Dogs OK, Monthly Pet Fee, Size Limit, Yes. 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 $3,950, this home is listed about 99% below the Sarasota median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3843 CHAPEL DRIVE?+
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
01Under the SARASOTA 34234 market on paper
$3,950 is 99% below the SARASOTA 34234 median of $325,000, and at $3/sqft it sits under the Sarasota average of $496.
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
441 days on market against a Sarasota median of 61 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of PMI SOUTHWEST FLORIDA · David Holt. MLS #A4653666.
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