5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active14 days on marketListed Sep 26, 2026MLS #A4707084
About this home
5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE
This beautiful Mediterranean style home offers peaceful views of Phillippi Creek, mature oak trees, privacy, and an oversized 0.39 acre lot. Inside, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, plus den, a newly remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom wood cabinetry. Designed for both relaxing and entertaining, the home features generous living spaces, tile flooring, crown molding, and large windows overlooking the lagoon style pool and serene waterfront setting. With approximately 179 feet of frontage along Phillippi Creek, this is a truly special Sarasota property. Conveniently located near Siesta Key, Downtown Sarasota, and everything Central Sarasota has to offer. OWNER FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,956
Sqft
0.39 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1952
Year built
One
Levels
$611
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.
$7,712 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$7,712/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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
+38.7%
$/sqft vs RIVER FOREST
$611 vs $342
Days on market
14 vs 88 typical
Where $611/sqft sits among the 6 homes for sale in RIVER FOREST
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 34231 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
32,203
Median age
55.1
Median income
$69,721
Median home value
$363,400
Avg household
2.03
Households w/ children
2,803
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)
2 of 6
RIVER FOREST have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 398% above the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’26$319,000
10 PATRICIA ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,928 sqft · $165/sqft · 70 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$610,000
13874 LAZY LANE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,051 sqft · $297/sqft · 367 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$530,000
2149 WASON ROAD · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,766 sqft · $300/sqft · 117 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 Headley
Realtor · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $7,712/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 5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,868. 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 5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE?+
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 $1,195,000, this home is listed about 117% above the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5381 PALOS VERDES DRIVE?+
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
$1,195,000 runs 398% above the SARASOTA 34231 median — but at 1,956 sqft it's also 17% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
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 COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Bradley Kayser. MLS #A4707084.
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