5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active26 days on marketListed Sep 14, 2026MLS #A4705993
About this home
5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE
Welcome to an exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully updated villa in one of Sarasota's most desirable location West of Trail in Baywood Colony. Offering an outstanding combination of location, value, and peace of mind, this may be the best-priced villa available in this sought-after area. This well-maintained residence has been thoughtfully updated with many of the big-ticket items already taken care of. The home has never flooded and features hurricane impact windows installed in 2025, a new HVAC system from 2025, and a new water heater installed in 2026. The kitchen was renovated in 2023, the electrical panel was updated in 2021, and the sewer lines were updated in 2018. The property also features a durable rubber membrane roof, plenty of storage and a quaint brick paved patio for grilling out and sunbathing! Inside, the villa offers a comfortable Florida lifestyle with an inviting layout and modernized finishes, making it easy to move right in and enjoy. With so many important improvements already completed, you can spend less time worrying about major maintenance and more time enjoying everything Sarasota has to offer. Located in Baywood Colony, this home puts you in the heart of the highly desirable West-of-Trail area, close to Phillippi Estate Park, shopping, dining, downtown Sarasota, and the world-famous beaches of Siesta Key.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,155
Sqft
1973
Year built
One
Levels
$242
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.
$2,165 /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
$2,165/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
−45.3%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$242 vs $393
Days on market
26 vs 85 typical
Where $242/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)
196 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 16% above the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE
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$1,125,000
6342 MIDNIGHT PASS ROAD UNIT 423
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,214 sqft · $927/sqft · 47 DOM
Sold · May ’26$855,000
6518 MIDNIGHT PASS ROAD UNIT 310
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,215 sqft · $704/sqft · 134 DOM
Sold · Sep ’26$880,000
6518 MIDNIGHT PASS ROAD UNIT 309
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,215 sqft · $724/sqft · 8 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
Shawn Lewis
Realtor · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,165/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 5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,873. 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 5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number 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 $279,000, this home is listed about 49% below the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5826 DRIFTWOOD PLACE?+
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
01Positioned at the premium end
$279,000 runs 16% above the SARASOTA 34231 median.
02Trees/Woods views
The trees/woods 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.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Adrian Mociran. MLS #A4705993.
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