984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3, SARASOTA, FL, 34234
Active411 days on marketListed Aug 25, 2025MLS #A4662648
About this home
984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3
FULLY RENOVATED AND THE LOWEST-PRICED CONDO IN THE COMMUNITY! Exceptional value in a spacious 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath Sarasota residence where the work has already been done for you. With a renovated interior, new appliances, an open floor plan and abundant natural light, this home is truly move-in ready. The thoughtful layout offers privacy and flexibility, with each bedroom featuring its own en-suite bath, private balcony and generous closet space. A convenient half bath serves the main living area, making the floor plan ideal for full-time living, seasonal residents, roommates or long-term guests. Enjoy truly low-maintenance Florida living—lock the door and go. The community maintains the exterior and grounds, while a new roof completed in 2024 is an important added benefit. Relax at the community pool overlooking the tranquil pond and enjoy attractive, well-kept surroundings without the work of maintaining them yourself. The location puts you just minutes from New College of Florida, Ringling College of Art and Design, The Ringling Museum, downtown Sarasota and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ). Shopping, dining, golf and Sarasota's renowned cultural attractions are all close at hand, with Siesta Key, Lido Key and Anna Maria Island within easy reach. Whether you're looking for a year-round Sarasota home, an easy seasonal retreat or an investment property convenient to area colleges and downtown, this beautifully updated residence offers an outstanding combination of space, condition, location and value—all at $189,200.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,263
Sqft
6.6 ac
Lot size
1983
Year built
Two
Levels
$150
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.
$1,622 /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
$1,622/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
−9%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$150 vs $393
Days on market
411 vs 85 typical
Where $150/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 Bayou Oaks
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Bayou Oaks — neighborhood snapshot
Population
4,373
Median age
28
Median income
$55,895
Median home value
$213,536
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
382
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)
194 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 24% below the SARASOTA 34234 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3
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$155,000
928 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT F2 · same community
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,263 sqft · $123/sqft · 269 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$157,000
926 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT F1 · same community
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,263 sqft · $124/sqft · 49 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$142,000
956 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT H2 · same community
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,263 sqft · $112/sqft · 83 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
Kevin Johnson
CEO & Managing Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,622/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 984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $3,180. 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 984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, 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 $189,200, this home is listed about 66% below the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 984 SUNRIDGE DRIVE UNIT J3?+
Booker High School (high), Brookside Middle School (middle), Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Under the SARASOTA 34234 market on paper
$189,200 is 24% below the SARASOTA 34234 median of $250,000, and at $150/sqft it sits under the Sarasota average of $485.
02Move-in furnished
The furniture conveys — a genuine head start for a second home or rental, and one less five-figure line item after closing.
03Time on market is leverage
411 days on market against a Sarasota median of 85 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Booker High School, Brookside Middle School, Phillippi Shores Elementary School — Phillippi Shores Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $255,400, now $189,200 — a $66K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of WAGNER REALTY · Linda Ivell. MLS #A4662648.
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