3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34240
Active12 days on marketListed Aug 5, 2026MLS #A4701527
About this home
3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE
Welcome to The Founders Club, one of Sarasota's most prestigious private golf communities. Perfectly positioned on an exceptionally private ½-acre homesite with tranquil lake and preserve views, this custom Lee Wetherington estate offers an extraordinary blend of timeless elegance, refined craftsmanship, and effortless Florida living. Spanning over 5,400 square feet, this residence features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a private office, bonus room, and flexible safe room. Grand living spaces with soaring ceilings, solid-core doors, custom millwork, and impact-rated doors and windows create an exceptional sense of quality, while walls of glass seamlessly connect the sophisticated interiors to the breathtaking natural surroundings. The heart of the home is a beautifully renovated chef's kitchen, appointed with premium appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a dramatic waterfall island, and an open design ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The adjoining family room and expansive glass-enclosed Florida room, with a fireplace and wet bar, create an inviting space for year-round indoor-outdoor living. The luxurious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring dual custom walk-in closets and a stunning spa-inspired bathroom thoughtfully renovated with designer finishes, creating a serene, resort-like experience. Upstairs, a private guest suite with its own balcony offers comfortable accommodations and peaceful lake views. Outside, the resort-style heated pool and spa overlook tranquil water and preserve views, providing the perfect setting to relax and enjoy Sarasota's year-round sunshine. A 40-kilowatt whole-house natural gas generator offers exceptional comfort and peace of mind. The Founders Club offers an unparalleled lifestyle with just 262 homesites. Residents enjoy access to a recreation center offering yoga and pilates classes, as well as Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball, and a kid's playground. Membership at the Founders Golf Club is optional offering both golf and social memberships. The renowned Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course offers members easy tee times and is one of the only walkable courses in the region. Members enjoy a a grand Southern-style clubhouse, fine dining, a year-round social calendar, and a 24/7 fitness facility. It’s more than a home—it’s a lifestyle curated for those who appreciate understated luxury and quiet prestige. All just minutes from exquisite dining, shopping, and the vibrant art scene of downtown Sarasota, as well as Sarasota's incredible beaches.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
5,426
Sqft
0.64 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2006
Year built
Two
Levels
$423
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.
$14,818 /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
$14,818/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
−2%
$/sqft vs FOUNDERS CLUB
$423 vs $642
Days on market
12 vs 63 typical
Where $423/sqft sits among the 6 homes for sale in FOUNDERS CLUB
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 Founders Club
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Founders Club — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,872
Median age
60
Median income
$131,232
Median home value
$715,200
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
146
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)
3 of 6
FOUNDERS CLUB have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 254% above the SARASOTA 34240 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3548 FOUNDERS CLUB 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$2,140,000
4070 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 5,021 sqft · $426/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$1,811,000
9261 MCDANIEL LANE · same community
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,877 sqft · $371/sqft · 2 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$4,200,000
3927 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,868 sqft · $863/sqft · 19 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
Darrick Cook
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $14,818/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $499/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 3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $499 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $10,982. 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 3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, 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 $2,295,000, this home is listed about 314% above the Sarasota median of $554,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3548 FOUNDERS CLUB 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.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$2,295,000 runs 254% above the SARASOTA 34240 median — but at 5,426 sqft it's also nearly 3 times the size of 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.
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S · Tricia Rudd. MLS #A4701527.
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