1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active200 days on marketListed Jan 20, 2026MLS #A4678531
About this home
1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Most reasonably priced residence in all of The Landings! Come live the Landings lifestyle in this unfurnished, first floor two bedroom, two bath condominium offering a sleek, clean design with an open floor plan, consistent flooring throughout, and a neutral color palette. The contemporary kitchen features white cabinetry, sleek black granite, white subway tile backsplash, and a stainless-steel appliance package. The oversized primary bedroom offers ample space for an office or exercise area, and the ensuite bathroom has enjoyed a makeover with travertine flooring and shower surround, dual sinks, and the kitchen aesthetic repeated with clean white cabinetry and black granite. The guest bath has also been upgraded with a new vanity, countertop, and sink. A private patio overlooking lush greenery is accessible via sliders from the eat-in kitchen and/or great room. A single car garage, opportunity for a larger pet, and immediate rental options are additional features of Landings South VII. Should you be looking for a community where you can meet people, look no further than the Landings Racquet Club, with eight har-tru tennis courts, heated pool and spa, exercise room, and activities for all occasions — the social calendar keeps members busy and is a great place to make friends. The Landings also has a nature trail leading to a fishing pier/gazebo with storage for kayaks. The Landings, a gated neighborhood located "west of the trail," is truly unique with its proximity to the revitalized Landings Shopping Center, Siesta Key, and downtown Sarasota.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,712
Sqft
4.58 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1989
Year built
One
Levels
$178
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,597 /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
$2,597/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
−29.5%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$178 vs $345
Days on market
200 vs 62 typical
Where $178/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 The Landings
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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The Landings — neighborhood snapshot
Population
986
Median age
66
Median income
$142,764
Median home value
$989,622
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
66%
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)
160 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 42% above the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102
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$900,000
1100 COVE II PLACE UNIT 910
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,710 sqft · $526/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$796,000
1500 COVE II PLACE UNIT 524
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,720 sqft · $463/sqft · 142 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$801,000
1700 COVE II PLACE UNIT 324
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,720 sqft · $466/sqft · 63 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
Shawn Headley
Realtor · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102 — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,597/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $167/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102?+
The association fee works out to $167 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,077. 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 1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102?+
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 $305,000, this home is listed about 46% below the Sarasota median of $565,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1678 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 102?+
Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary), Riverview High School (high), Brookside Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$305,000 runs 42% above the SARASOTA 34231 median.
02Time on market is leverage
200 days on market against a Sarasota median of 62 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Riverview High School, Brookside Middle School — Phillippi Shores Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $325,000, now $305,000 — a $20K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Judy Greene. MLS #A4678531.
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