1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active23 days on marketListed Sep 17, 2026MLS #A4706219
About this home
1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105
Be part of this wonderful, gated community called “The Landings” located West of The Trail and famous for its amenities, proximity to schools, Siesta Key beach and downtown Sarasota. You will enjoy this very well appointed first floor end unit which features 2 split bedrooms, 2 baths, a spacious kitchen, a great room, a laundry room, a private terrace overlooking nature, and one car garage. All the rooms are freshly painted, a new A/C unit installed in 2026, and a new roof. It is ready for immediate occupancy; the furniture is negotiable. The Landings Racquet Club offers eight har-tru tennis courts, heated pool and spa, exercise room, and activities for all occasions — The Landings also has a nature trail leading to a fishing pier/gazebo with storage for kayaks. For your convenience, the revitalized Landings Shopping Center is located right by the entrance to accommodate your day-to-day needs. Call today to schedule your private showing.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,712
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1987
Year built
One
Levels
$172
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.
$2,556 /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
$2,556/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
−10.6%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$172 vs $391
Days on market
23 vs 85 typical
Where $172/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 The Landings
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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The Landings — neighborhood snapshot
Population
986
Median age
66
Median income
$142,764
Median home value
$989,622
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
66%
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)
195 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 23% above the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105
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$275,000
5223 HERON WAY UNIT 104 · same community
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,564 sqft · $176/sqft · 103 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$900,000
1100 COVE II PLACE UNIT 910
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,710 sqft · $526/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$796,000
1500 COVE II PLACE UNIT 524
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,720 sqft · $463/sqft · 142 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
Angela Rodriguez
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,556/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $167/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 1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105?+
The association fee works out to $167 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,344. 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 1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105?+
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 $295,000, this home is listed about 46% below the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1638 STARLING DRIVE UNIT 105?+
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.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Bibi-Ann Allard, Pa. MLS #A4706219.
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