777 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 2, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active5 days on marketListed Sep 18, 2026MLS #A4706097
About this home
777 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 2
NEWLY RENOVATED BAYFRONT CONDO in Sarasota Harbor East, a desirable 55+ waterfront community ideally positioned between downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach. This ground-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers expansive Sarasota Bay views and the convenience of first-floor living. The beautifully renovated interior flows into an enclosed four-season glass lanai, creating a comfortable place to enjoy the waterfront setting year-round. High-impact windows and sliding glass doors provide added protection and efficiency. Community amenities include a heated bayfront pool, updated clubhouse with kitchen and library, shuffleboard, kayak and bicycle storage, a waterfront walkway, covered assigned parking and additional guest parking. The association fee includes cable, internet, water, sewer, trash and extensive exterior and community maintenance. Enjoy a WALKABLE ISLAND LOCATION near St. Armands Circle with convenient access to Lido Beach, downtown Sarasota, dining, shopping and waterfront attractions. A rare opportunity to own a renovated ground-floor residence directly on Sarasota Bay. 2.3 miles to downtown Sarasota, less than 1 mile from St. Armands, 1.5 miles to Lido Beach and approximately 3 miles from the southern end of Longboat Key.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
882
Sqft
5.48 ac
Lot size
1965
Year built
One
Levels
$612
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.
$4,042 /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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Estimated payment
$4,042/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
+38.5%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$612 vs $352
Days on market
5 vs 63 typical
Where $612/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 Sarasota
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SARASOTA 34236 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
13,916
Median age
66.6
Median income
$96,400
Median home value
$917,100
Avg household
1.63
Households w/ children
460
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)
203 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 28% below the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 777 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 2
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$575,000
771 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 22FAIR · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 882 sqft · $652/sqft · 580 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$410,000
769 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 3 · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 641 sqft · $640/sqft · 162 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$385,000
1001 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 403
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 813 sqft · $474/sqft · 76 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
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 777 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 2 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
777 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 2 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 777 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 2?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,042/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 777 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 2?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $5,606. 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 777 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 2?+
The listing reports pets: No. 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 $539,500, this home is listed about 2% below the Sarasota median of $552,448. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 777 JOHN RINGLING BOULEVARD UNIT 2?+
Alta Vista Elementary School (elementary), Booker High School (high), Booker 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 34236 market on paper
$539,500 is 28% below the SARASOTA 34236 median of $749,500.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Fresh on the market
Only 5 days on market in a Sarasota market that averages 63 — if it fits, move quickly.
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Listing courtesy of WAGNER REALTY · Richard Ivan. MLS #A4706097.
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