844 BLUE SHELL LOOP, SARASOTA, FL, 34240
Active12 days on marketListed Jul 7, 2026MLS #A4698554
About this home
844 BLUE SHELL LOOP
Virtually Staged. Experience exceptional waterfront living in this newly completed Outrigger Model from Homes by Towne, this modern mediterranean inspired design is ideally situated on a premium lakefront homesite in Shellstone. Designed for both elegant entertaining and everyday comfort, this move-in ready residence showcases breathtaking water views and upgraded finishes throughout, including double door entryway, tray ceilings, modern carpet free oversized porcelain tile floors, upgraded cabinetry with under cabinet LED lighting, counter to ceiling decorative tile, Calcutta quartz countertops, a GE Monogram appliance suite including a thirty-six inch gas cooktop and Advantium oven. Round your chef's kitchen out with a dedicated sommelier’s station and dry bar. After the cooking is done, enjoy your breakfast in the custom Good Morning Room with expansive lake views. The Great Room showcases a striking modern electric fireplace with a floor to ceiling tile surround and mirrors. The modern open concept floor plan flows seamlessly to an expansive Lanai. Once outside you will notice upgraded pavers, an optional pool bath upgrade, summer kitchen rough-ins, all surrounding the crown jewel of your oasis a stunning Pebble Tec saltwater pool with sun shelf, water features, and panoramic screened lake views. Built for energy efficiency and peace of mind your new home includes hurricane-impact glass windows and doors, upgraded insulation, tankless gas water heater, 4-camera CCTV security system all providing security and safety for the whole family. Additional features include a 3 car garage with upgraded polyaspartic coated floor, EV charging station, generator ready gas lines, pre-plumbing for a whole home water softener system, enhanced landscaping, and additional designer touches throughout. Residents enjoy access to Shellstone’s resort style amenities, including a private clubhouse with pool and spa, state-of-the art Fitness Center, Fitness lawn, tennis and pickleball courts, walking/jogging trails, kayak launch and dog parks- all minutes away from downtown Sarasota, the Waterside Shops, University Town Center, waterfront dining, and pristine Gulf Coast beaches. Is this home your perfect match?!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,871
Sqft
0.23 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2026
Year built
One
Levels
$644
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.
$11,874 /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
$11,874/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
+13.9%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$644 vs $328
Days on market
12 vs 58 typical
Where $644/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
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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
$470K → $470K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
154 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 152% above the SARASOTA 34240 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 844 BLUE SHELL LOOP
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$1,438,234
9015 AMBER PEN DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,812 sqft · $511/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$967,893
9192 FLORIDA ROCK TRAIL · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,078 sqft · $466/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$1,250,000
8132 ANTHIRIUM LOOP
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,868 sqft · $436/sqft · 45 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
Tommy Trainer
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 844 BLUE SHELL LOOP — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 844 BLUE SHELL LOOP — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
844 BLUE SHELL LOOP FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 844 BLUE SHELL LOOP?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $11,874/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $426/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 844 BLUE SHELL LOOP?+
The association fee works out to $426 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 844 BLUE SHELL LOOP?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,345. 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 844 BLUE SHELL LOOP?+
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 $1,850,000, this home is listed about 225% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 844 BLUE SHELL LOOP?+
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.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,850,000 runs 152% above the SARASOTA 34240 median — but at 2,871 sqft it's also 72% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Strong assigned schools
Tatum Ridge Elementary School, McIntosh Middle School, Booker High School — Tatum Ridge Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of HOUSE MATCH · Rachel Woodruff, PA. MLS #A4698554.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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