244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active295 days on marketListed Oct 16, 2025MLS #A4668323
About this home
244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE
Incredible Potential on Saint Armands Key 244 North Washington Drive, Sarasota, FL. Also available as "To be built. Pre-Construction MLS #A4691610" This 8,923 sq ft bayfront lot offers an extraordinary opportunity to create your custom dream home in one of Sarasota’s most coveted locations — Saint Armands Key. Just steps from the iconic Saint Armands Circle, Lido Shores, and City Island, and only a short drive over the Ringling Causeway to vibrant downtown Sarasota, this property perfectly balances island serenity and city sophistication. The generous lot allows ample space for a private pool and hot tub, ideal for coastal living, and provides the flexibility to design a new residence tailored to your vision. A rare bayfront gem, this property delivers unbeatable location, sweeping water views, and limitless potential to craft your perfect island retreat. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in one of Sarasota’s most desirable waterfront neighborhoods.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.2 ac
Lot size
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.
$24,162 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
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
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$24,162/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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.
Where it sits
Inside St. Armands
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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St. Armands — neighborhood snapshot
Population
403
Median age
80
Median income
$97,465
Median home value
$740,700
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
7%
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)
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 342% above the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$3,500,000
360 N WASHINGTON DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,951 sqft · $886/sqft · 208 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$300,000
170 ROOSEVELT DRIVE UNIT 2
1 bd · 1 ba · 294 sqft · $1,020/sqft · 326 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$350,000
115 TYLER DRIVE UNIT 203
1 bd · 1 ba · 766 sqft · $457/sqft · 549 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
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $24,162/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 244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $38,713. 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 244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: 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 $3,600,000, this home is listed about 533% above the Sarasota median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 244 N WASHINGTON DRIVE?+
Southside Elementary School (elementary), Booker High School (high), Booker Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$3,600,000 runs 342% above the SARASOTA 34236 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
295 days on market against a Sarasota median of 61 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Southside Elementary School, Booker High School, Booker Middle School — Southside Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $4,500,000, now $3,600,000 — a $900K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of CORCORAN DWELLINGS REALTY · Michael Emery. MLS #A4668323.
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