1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active9 days on marketListed Jul 29, 2026MLS #A4701215
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About this home
1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3
Virtually Staged. Located in the heart of downtown Sarasota, Villas on Laurel is a boutique community of only nine residences situated directly beside Laurel Park on a quiet one-way street. This location places you just a few blocks from Sarasota Bay, Marina Jack, Main Street dining, art galleries, theaters, shopping, and the Sarasota Farmers Market. This two-story townhome offers three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a versatile floor plan that includes a spacious first-floor living area along with a full guest bedroom and bath. Upstairs, a loft provides additional flexible living space, while two private bedroom suites create comfortable accommodations for owners and guests alike. Recent improvements include a new HVAC system (2025), luxury vinyl plank flooring (2025), and updated appliances. Community-wide capital improvements include a new membrane roof (2025), resurfaced parking area, refreshed landscaping, and additional maintenance projects that reflect a well-managed homeowners association. Impact-rated Andersen windows were installed throughout the community in 2004. Additional features include two reserved parking spaces, a community pool, community storage room, and classic Old Florida architecture updated in 2005. A rare opportunity to enjoy low-maintenance living in one of downtown Sarasota's most convenient locations- schedule your private showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1,667
Sqft
0.73 ac
Lot size
2005
Year built
Two
Levels
$495
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.
$5,544 /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
$5,544/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.
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$495 vs $344
Days on market
9 vs 61 typical
Where $495/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 Laurel Park
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Laurel Park — neighborhood snapshot
Population
685
Median age
53
Median income
$74,167
Median home value
$780,200
Avg household
1
Households w/ children
19%
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 1% above the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Nov ’25$735,000
1736 HAWTHORNE STREET
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,608 sqft · $457/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$600,000
2437 CLEMATIS STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,728 sqft · $347/sqft · 18 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$475,000
2202 HYDE PARK STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,604 sqft · $296/sqft · 26 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 1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3 — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,544/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 1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,473. 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 1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, 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 Sarasota?+
At $825,000, this home is listed about 45% above the Sarasota median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1685 LAUREL STREET UNIT 3?+
Sarasota High School (high), Southside Elementary School (elementary), Booker Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Drew Russell. MLS #A4701215.
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