1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active39 days on marketListed Sep 1, 2026MLS #A4703427
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Great waterfront value with updated home, open floor plan PLUS fabulous panoramic screened patio with large water views and docks.
About this home
1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE
Nestled within the desirable West of Trail Southpointe Shores Community, this home benefits from top-rated school zones and a serene, upscale waterfront atmosphere. This canal front home was fully updated with a bright open layout. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, large updated kitchen with lots of windows and the living areas have pocket sliding doors to outdoor entertaining areas. Luxury vinyl flooring throughout. The indoor/outdoor living quality is almost unbeatable. The current owner added and enlarged the outdoor terrace (almost the width of the entire home) including roofing a section of it and having panoramic and vaulted screening installed that you barely see. Open the pocket sliding doors to create seamless entertaining. Gorgeous views of the canal and great dock space and jet ski lifts also. The canal is very wide and deep water in all tide conditions. The home is only 4 homes away from the intracoastal waterway and just 10 minutes by boat to access the Gulf and Midnight Pass. Roof was replaced in 2021, new pool equipment and air conditioning in 2021. Boat lift 2022. Oversized dock. The neighborhood's private boat ramp, available for a minimal annual fee, enhances its appeal for boating enthusiasts. Perfectly situated close to Sarasota's shopping, dining, Siesta Key beaches, and marinas, the property still offers the tranquility, water access, and elevated coastal living that define a true retreat. Come see it for yourself and bask in the waterfront views from the amazing terrace.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,863
Sqft
0.34 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1969
Year built
One
Levels
$1,062
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.
$12,569 /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
$12,569/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
+140.8%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$1,062 vs $391
Days on market
39 vs 85 typical
Where $1,062/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 Southpointe Shores
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Southpointe Shores — neighborhood snapshot
Population
362
Median age
44
Median income
$145,556
Median home value
$655,700
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
42%
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)
197 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 725% above the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’26$605,000
1848 SOUTHPOINTE DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,852 sqft · $327/sqft · 346 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$631,000
1833 SANDALWOOD DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,747 sqft · $361/sqft · 119 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$3,950,000
1739 LITTLE POINTE CIRCLE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,059 sqft · $1,291/sqft · 4 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
Frederick Paige
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $12,569/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $21/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 1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $21 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $11,609. 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 1761 SANDALWOOD 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 $1,979,000, this home is listed about 260% above the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1761 SANDALWOOD DRIVE?+
Gulf Gate Elementary School (elementary), Riverview High School (high), Brookside Middle School (middle) — 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
$1,979,000 runs 725% above the SARASOTA 34231 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Strong assigned schools
Gulf Gate Elementary School, Riverview High School, Brookside Middle School — Riverview High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Barbara May. MLS #A4703427.
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