242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602, OSPREY, FL, 34229
Active243 days on marketListed Jan 23, 2026MLS #A4678883
About this home
242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602
PENTHOUSE WATERFRONT LIVING WITH STUNNING BAY VIEWS! This exceptional sixth-floor residence at Hidden Bay offers expansive views across Little Sarasota Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway, with the Gulf beyond Casey Key in the distance. From the moment you enter, soaring ceilings, tall interior doors, abundant natural light, and water views throughout the main living areas create a bright and inviting sense of space. The spacious great room seamlessly combines living and dining areas and opens to an enclosed waterfront sunroom—an ideal spot to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy breathtaking sunsets over the bay. The kitchen features ALL NEW APPLIANCES, including a side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, microwave, range/oven, and dishwasher, along with a counter-height breakfast bar, pantry storage, and adjoining dining nook. A separate den provides versatile space for a home office, media room, or guest area. The waterfront primary suite is designed to take full advantage of the spectacular views, with a wall of windows and impact sliders opening to the adjacent sunroom. The luxurious en-suite bath features dual vanities, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, water closet, and dedicated makeup vanity, while multiple closets provide generous storage. The second bedroom offers an adjoining bath and walk-in closet. Luxury vinyl flooring extends throughout the bedrooms and den, and a NEW WASHER AND DRYER are conveniently located inside the residence. A private, fully enclosed TWO-CAR GARAGE provides secure parking and additional storage. Furnishings are included, allowing the residence to convey turnkey as presented, or they can be removed according to the buyer’s preference. Hidden Bay is a gated waterfront community offering an impressive array of amenities, including a clubhouse, heated pool and spa, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, kayak storage and launch, and a scenic mangrove boardwalk leading to a fishing pier. Located west of US 41 in Osprey, Hidden Bay places you conveniently between Sarasota and Venice, with easy access to Gulf beaches, the Legacy Trail, shopping, dining, and the many attractions of Florida’s Gulf Coast. A rare opportunity to enjoy penthouse-level waterfront living, spectacular sunsets, resort-style amenities, and the convenience of a private two-car garage—all in one exceptional Osprey residence.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,932
Sqft
2
Garage
1999
Year built
One
Levels
$362
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.
$4,826 /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
$4,826/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.
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
+7.3%
$/sqft vs Osprey actives
$362 vs $368
Days on market
243 vs 107 typical
Where $362/sqft sits among the 77 Osprey 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 Sarabay Acres
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Sarabay Acres — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,075
Median age
65
Median income
$54,735
Median home value
$363,400
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
14%
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Osprey market
$723K → $765K
Osprey median sold, yr/yr
93.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
32 of 77
Osprey actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Osprey, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 17% above the OSPREY 34229 median. See the full Osprey market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$535,000
242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 603 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,932 sqft · $277/sqft · 100 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$800,000
242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 401 · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,100 sqft · $381/sqft · 110 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$654,000
1303 THORNAPPLE DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,929 sqft · $339/sqft · 81 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
Anthony Richardson
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,826/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 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,518. 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 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602?+
The listing reports pets: Breed Restrictions, Number Limit, 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 Osprey?+
At $700,000, this home is listed about 5% above the Osprey median of $669,500. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602?+
Laurel Nokomis School (elementary), Venice Senior High School (high) — 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
$700,000 runs 17% above the OSPREY 34229 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
243 days on market against a Osprey median of 107 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Laurel Nokomis School, Venice Senior High School — Laurel Nokomis School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $719,000, now $700,000 — a $19K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of FIRST LIGHT REAL ESTATE · Cathy Rustin. MLS #A4678883.
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