5755 BESSIE DRIVE UNIT 8, SARASOTA, FL, 34233
Active198 days on marketListed Jan 23, 2026MLS #A4679485
About this home
5755 BESSIE DRIVE UNIT 8
Pre-Construction. To be built. Introducing MotorLuxe Suites Siesta Key—an owner-only private garage community designed for the high-end automotive lifestyle. The property features a private road with dual secured entry gates providing controlled access. There are 13 individually owned garage condominiums, including six estate units. The estate units offer approximately 1,008 square feet (24’ W × 42’ D) and feature front and rear garage doors measuring (12’ W × 14’ H) and (14’ W × 10’ H), both fully insulated and motorized, along with a separate pedestrian entry door, a private balcony, and 24-foot ceiling heights. The front-to-rear garage configuration provides convenient drive-through access and added flexibility for vehicle or trailer storage.A 24-hour security monitoring system provides continuous monitoring and added protection. Buildings are constructed with solid concrete tilt-wall construction designed to withstand up to 150-mph hurricane-force winds. Interior features include fully insulated walls, an efficient climate-controlled split HVAC system, a half bathroom, utility sink, quality concrete floors, a fire sprinkler system, high-speed internet wiring, multiple GFCI outlets, and wide driveways for easy vehicle maneuvering. The community is well-lit and enclosed with perimeter fencing. Owners can enjoy lake views from their private space, with the flexibility to include a private office within the garage suite, take advantage of kayak access, or relax and entertain family and friends in a beautiful environment. Each unit allows extensive customization, offering the flexibility to create a personalized retreat for vehicles, hobbies, or workspace use. Situated approximately 24 feet above sea level, the property provides an added advantage as a desirable hurricane evacuation location. Conveniently located just one-half block east of Beneva Road on Clark Road, the community is only minutes from Siesta Key. Discover the opportunity to create a space that fits your lifestyle.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
1,008
Sqft
1.19 ac
Lot size
2026
Year built
One
Levels
$546
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.
$4,092 /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.
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Estimated payment
$4,092/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.
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$546 vs $344
Days on market
198 vs 62 typical
Where $546/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 Sarasota
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SARASOTA 34233 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
18,875
Median age
52.4
Median income
$77,041
Median home value
$364,300
Avg household
2.23
Households w/ children
1,770
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)
162 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 97% above the SARASOTA 34233 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5755 BESSIE DRIVE UNIT 8
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$185,000
7203 CURTISS AVENUE UNIT 3D
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,065 sqft · $174/sqft · 115 DOM
Sold · May ’26$195,000
7203 CURTISS AVENUE UNIT 1C
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,065 sqft · $183/sqft · 131 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$294,500
7051 BRIGHT CREEK DRIVE UNIT 6
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,108 sqft · $266/sqft · 21 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
Kemarie Johnson
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5755 BESSIE DRIVE UNIT 8 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
5755 BESSIE DRIVE UNIT 8 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5755 BESSIE DRIVE UNIT 8?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,092/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 5755 BESSIE DRIVE UNIT 8?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $5,414. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $550,000, this home is listed about 2% below the Sarasota median of $561,785. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5755 BESSIE DRIVE UNIT 8?+
Ashton Elementary School (elementary), Sarasota Middle School (middle), Riverview High School (high) — 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
$550,000 runs 97% above the SARASOTA 34233 median.
02Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
198 days on market against a Sarasota median of 62 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Ashton Elementary School, Sarasota Middle School, Riverview High School — Ashton Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Debra Garrett. MLS #A4679485.
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