5054 SAN JOSE DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34235
Active8 days on marketListed Oct 2, 2026MLS #A4705926
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About this home
5054 SAN JOSE DRIVE
DeSoto Lakes is a charming, established residential neighborhood with no deed restrictions and no community fees. Rarely does a home like this come on the market in desirable DeSoto Lakes. Meticulously maintained and set on a lot of more than a quarter acre, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a great opportunity for a family home. The updated kitchen has newer appliances, granite countertops and plenty of cabinet space. The spacious dining room flows into the cozy living room, complete with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The extended large lanai has a covered roof section and large patio deck that surrounds the generous sized swimming pool. It’s perfect for entertaining and for family to enjoy all year long. The expansive backyard offers a view of beautiful landscaping, trees and foliage making it a serene relaxing escape. The new gazebo, surrounded by nature, offers a peaceful place to start your day enjoying your morning coffee, or relaxing after a long day with an evening nightcap while enjoying wildlife and nature. Adding to this wonderful home is a newer air conditioner(2020) complete with new UV bulbs and cleaned vents. New water heater (2024), and a new pool pump(2026) that ensures years of stress-free maintenance of the swimming pool. The pool deck has new recoated patio pavers and a new resealed rear patio roof. New electrical breaker box(2025), new stove(2025), dishwasher (2025), Kitchen Cabinets with granite countertops. New dryer(2025), new washer/dryer connections (2026). The garage door motor was replaced(2024) and the garage floor was refurbished in 2025. The backyard has new fencing for privacy and perfect for your fur babies, The roof and all new hurricane windows were installed in 2019 ensuring you are ready for all Florida weather. The exterior was painted in 2021 and the home also has fresh interior paint. Newly replaced electrical outlets, a resealed patio roof, and a new chimney cap and a cleaned, inspected fireplace, adds to enjoyment of the cozy fireplace. DeSoto Lakes is a great location with nearby attractions including University Town Center Mall for shopping and dining, as well as Sarasota’s renowned cultural scene with museums, galleries and theatres just a short drive away. Parks and recreation abound in the vicinity with Benderson Park and Conservatory Park serving as a highlight for walking trails, and water access. With SRQ airport close by and a short ride to downtown Sarasota, St Armand's Circle and Lido Beach, you’re in the perfect location. Come, take a look at this beautiful home. You will fall in love and not want to leave!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,143
Sqft
0.29 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1981
Year built
One
Levels
$381
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.
$3,087 /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.
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,087/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
+24.5%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$381 vs $364
Days on market
8 vs 85 typical
Where $381/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 De Soto
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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De Soto — neighborhood snapshot
Population
2,722
Median age
48
Median income
$64,145
Median home value
$350,453
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
192
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)
192 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 110% above the SARASOTA 34235 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5054 SAN JOSE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’26$337,500
3885 47TH STREET · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,143 sqft · $295/sqft · 1 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$300,000
5330 BARBAROSSA AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,144 sqft · $262/sqft · 71 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$380,000
5410 ISABELLA AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,164 sqft · $326/sqft · 31 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
Nicholas Giaccone
Director of Agent Success · CENTURY 21 Edge
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Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
5054 SAN JOSE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5054 SAN JOSE DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,087/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 5054 SAN JOSE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,085. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $435,000, this home is listed about 21% below the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5054 SAN JOSE DRIVE?+
Booker Middle School (middle), Emma E. Booker Elementary School (elementary), Booker High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of MEDWAY REALTY · Janice Litke. MLS #A4705926.
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