2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34240
Active36 days on marketListed Jul 9, 2026MLS #A4695696
About this home
2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE
Welcome to Windward at Lakewood Ranch, where luxury, comfort, and convenience come together in one of the area's most sought-after gated communities. Situated on a premium preserve homesite with tranquil nature views and direct access to walking and jogging paths, this rarely available Savannah II floor plan offers nearly 2,900 square feet of thoughtfully designed single-story living. This beautifully appointed home features 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a versatile club room, and an extended garage. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the open-concept floor plan showcases a gourmet kitchen with gas cooktop, oversized center island, abundant cabinetry, and seamless flow into the spacious great room and dining area. The private owner's suite serves as a luxurious retreat with recessed ceiling detail, dual walk-in closets, a spa-inspired bath featuring dual vanities, soaking tub, and separate corner shower. A guest suite with en-suite bath and walk-in closet provides privacy for visitors, while the third bedroom and club room offer flexibility for a home office, media room, fitness space, or additional gathering area. Enjoy Florida outdoor living from the expansive extended covered lanai complete with outdoor kitchen and grill, all overlooking a serene preserve setting. Notable upgrades include impact-resistant windows throughout, 8-foot interior doors, foam insulation in exterior block walls, and a 4-foot garage extension with epoxy floors. Windward residents enjoy resort-style amenities and a prime southern Lakewood Ranch location with convenient access to downtown Sarasota, world-famous Gulf Coast beaches, shopping, dining, golf, parks, entertainment, and top-rated schools. Experience the ease of single-story living in one of Lakewood Ranch's most desirable communities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,868
Sqft
0.25 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2023
Year built
One
Levels
$436
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.
$8,984 /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
$8,984/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
+14.9%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$436 vs $345
Days on market
36 vs 64 typical
Where $436/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 34240 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
16,356
Median age
51.4
Median income
$126,048
Median home value
$622,100
Avg household
2.55
Households w/ children
1,604
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)
169 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 93% above the SARASOTA 34240 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE
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$1,307,640
2397 STAR APPLE WAY · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,868 sqft · $456/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$1,293,084
2401 STAR APPLE WAY · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,907 sqft · $445/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$860,000
2570 WILD CHERRY PATH · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,934 sqft · $293/sqft · 16 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 2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $8,984/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $470/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 2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $470 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $13,678. 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 2493 PARADISE PLUM 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 $1,250,000, this home is listed about 125% above the Sarasota median of $555,885. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 2493 PARADISE PLUM DRIVE?+
Tatum Ridge Elementary School (elementary), McIntosh Middle School (middle), Booker High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of VUE REALTY, LLC · Christina McKee. MLS #A4695696.
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