5874 COVINGTON WAY, SARASOTA, FL, 34232
Active1 days on marketListed Jul 23, 2026MLS #A4700525
About this home
5874 COVINGTON WAY
Welcome to this adorable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable Deer Hollow community! Move-in ready and meticulously maintained, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and peace of mind with a new HVAC system (2026), a 3-year-old roof, impact windows throughout (sliders excluded), newer stainless steel appliances (approximately 4 years old), and fresh interior paint (2024). Inside, you'll appreciate the soaring ceilings and thoughtfully designed split-bedroom floor plan, offering privacy for family and guests. The spacious living and dining room combination is ideal for entertaining, while the kitchen features solid surface countertops, a breakfast bar, ample cabinet space, and an open layout overlooking the main living area. The primary suite offers a beautifully updated walk-in shower, while two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. Step outside to the screened, tiled lanai overlooking the private backyard—perfect for gardening, pets, playtime, or simply relaxing and enjoying Florida's year-round sunshine. A spacious two-car garage provides additional storage and convenience. Deer Hollow is a deed-restricted community with neighborhood sidewalks and exceptionally low HOA dues of just $534 per year. Ideally located just minutes from UTC, I-75, shopping, restaurants, golf courses, parks, public transportation, top-rated schools, and Sarasota's world-famous beaches, this home offers an unbeatable combination of location, value, and lifestyle. With all the major updates already completed, all that's left to do is move in and enjoy!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,295
Sqft
0.15 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1994
Year built
One
Levels
$293
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.
$2,929 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,929/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
+3.7%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$293 vs $330
Days on market
1 vs 58 typical
Where $293/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 Deer Hollow
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Deer Hollow — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,534
Median age
41
Median income
$82,537
Median home value
$353,000
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
184
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)
151 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 56% above the SARASOTA 34232 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5874 COVINGTON WAY
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · May ’26$339,000
1530 DEER HOLLOW BOULEVARD · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,239 sqft · $274/sqft · 1 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$340,000
1576 FAWNWOOD CIRCLE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,391 sqft · $244/sqft · 316 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$290,000
5847 PAUMA COURT · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,416 sqft · $205/sqft · 3 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
Leliana Vazquez
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5874 COVINGTON WAY — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5874 COVINGTON WAY — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
5874 COVINGTON WAY FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5874 COVINGTON WAY?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,929/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $45/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 5874 COVINGTON WAY?+
The association fee works out to $45 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5874 COVINGTON WAY?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,902. 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 5874 COVINGTON WAY?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number 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 Sarasota?+
At $379,000, this home is listed about 34% below the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5874 COVINGTON WAY?+
Gocio Elementary School (elementary), Booker 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
$379,000 runs 56% above the SARASOTA 34232 median.
02Trees/Woods views
The trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Fresh on the market
Only 1 day on market in a Sarasota market that averages 58 — if it fits, move quickly.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Amy Chapman. MLS #A4700525.
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