5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 3, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active44 days on marketListed Aug 27, 2026MLS #A4704059
About this home
5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 3
Virtually Staged. This is a wonderful opportunity to own an updated 2-bedroom 2-bath low-maintenance villa ideal for full-time or seasonal living at a super price. The location is amazing just minutes from the white quartz sands of #1 Siesta Key beach, restaurants & bars, shopping & the hospital, and so close to Sarasota's downtown cultural activities. This villa boasts brand new PGT IMPACT WINDOWS which were installed in 2026 protecting your home and investment. The updated kitchen completed in 2026 is a neutral palette with new white cabinetry, new white quartz countertops, a large new kitchen sink, and a new refrigerator. The A/C was replaced in 2025 & water heater in 2025. The flooring in the entire residence was recently replaced with beautiful wide luxury vinyl plank flooring. A spacious shaded enclosed lanai giving you extra living space offers a peaceful garden view and is a short walk to the heated pool and the bay. Both bathrooms have also been remodeled in 2026 with new flooring, new cabinetry & vanities & newly tiled shower. In addition the condo has been freshly painted. Baywood Colony is a quiet, private community on the bayfront featuring the Baywood Colony Park where residents can enjoy the colorful Florida sunsets, fishing off the seawall, walking through the neighborhood and swimming in the heated pool and clubhouse. Don't miss out on this super opportunity!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,155
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
1973
Year built
One
Levels
$198
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.
$1,831 /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:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,831/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
−66.2%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$198 vs $391
Days on market
44 vs 85 typical
Where $198/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 Baywood Colony
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Baywood Colony — neighborhood snapshot
Population
484
Median age
68
Median income
$111,731
Median home value
$485,800
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
11%
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 5% below the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE 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 · Jun ’26$239,000
5936 DRIFTWOOD AVENUE UNIT 16 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,155 sqft · $207/sqft · 10 DOM
Sold · Oct ’26$299,000
5940 DRIFTWOOD AVENUE UNIT 15 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,155 sqft · $259/sqft · 104 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$1,125,000
6342 MIDNIGHT PASS ROAD UNIT 423
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,214 sqft · $927/sqft · 47 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
Anthony Richardson
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 3 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 3 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 3 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 3?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,831/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 5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 3?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,662. 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 5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE 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 $229,000, this home is listed about 58% below the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5911 TIDEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 3?+
Phillippi Shores 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
01Under the SARASOTA 34231 market on paper
$229,000 is 5% below the SARASOTA 34231 median of $240,000, and at $198/sqft it sits under the Sarasota average of $485.
02Garden views
The garden view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Strong assigned schools
Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Riverview High School, Brookside Middle School — Phillippi Shores Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Carolyn Donnelly, Pa. MLS #A4704059.
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