6505 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL, UNIVERSITY PARK, FL, 34201
Active34 days on marketListed Oct 4, 2026MLS #A4708361
About this home
6505 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL
Virtually Staged. Discover serene waterfront living in this 2 Bed, 2 Bath home with a versatile Den/Office, nestled in the desirable Mote Ranch community. A paved driveway and screened porch lead you into a bright, open layout boasting high ceilings and plentiful windows, offering tranquil water views. Sliders open to a covered lanai, effortlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces, ideal for entertaining or quiet reflection by the water. The heart of the home, a spacious eat-in kitchen, showcases ample cabinetry, sleek countertops, and organized pantry storage, with a nearby laundry room for convenience. The primary bedroom serves as a peaceful retreat, with lanai access, water views, a roomy walk-in closet, and an attached bath featuring dual sinks, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. The secondary bedroom also provides ample space, with a walk-in closet. The Den/Office, enclosed by solid double doors, offers a quiet workspace or additional guest room. Mote Ranch offers low HOA fees, no CDD, and community amenities like a kayak launch on Braden River, a fishing pier, a heated pool, a playground, and nature trails. Its prime location places you minutes from golf courses, University Park shopping, Benderson Park, downtown Sarasota's arts scene, medical facilities, SRQ airport, and the Gulf's pristine beaches, blending tranquil waterside living with a vibrant Sarasota lifestyle. Available November 1, 2026, unfurnished, for a 12-month lease at $2,700 monthly. Call today to schedule a private tour.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,736
Sqft
0.21 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2000
Year built
One
Levels
$2
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$182 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 7.5%
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
$182/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
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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.
$/sqft vs University Park actives
$2 vs $334
Days on market
34 vs 21 typical
Where $2/sqft sits among the 34 University Park 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 Mote Ranch
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know University Park. See the full University Park guide →
Mote Ranch — neighborhood snapshot
Population
574
Median age
64
Median income
$112,814
Median home value
$525,196
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
25%
For the school run
Manatee County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The University Park market
$801K → $545K
University Park median sold, yr/yr
95.6%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
12 of 34
University Park actives have cut their price
Median sold price, University Park, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 100% below the UNIVERSITY PARK 34201 median. See the full University Park market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 6505 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL
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$485,000
6545 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,162 sqft · $224/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$475,000
6524 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,162 sqft · $220/sqft · 110 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$390,000
7865 PINE TRACE DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,724 sqft · $226/sqft · 94 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
Colleen Brown
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 6505 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 6505 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
6505 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 6505 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $182/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 6505 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL?+
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 University Park?+
At $2,700, this home is listed about 100% below the University Park median of $698,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 6505 COPPER RIDGE TRAIL?+
Braden River High School (high), Braden River Middle School (middle), Robert Willis Elementary School (elementary) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the UNIVERSITY PARK 34201 market on paper
$2,700 is 100% below the UNIVERSITY PARK 34201 median of $565,000, and at $2/sqft it sits under the University Park average of $366.
02Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Strong assigned schools
Braden River High School, Braden River Middle School, Robert Willis Elementary School — Robert Willis Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of COMPASS FLORIDA LLC · Steven Windsor. MLS #A4708361.
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