126 HOLLY AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL, 34243
Active2 days on marketListed Oct 8, 2026MLS #A4708933
About this home
126 HOLLY AVENUE
Welcome to classic Mid-Century Modern living in Whitfield Estates! Tucked west of the Trail on a quiet street lined with mature oaks, this updated home sits just moments from the Bay and about halfway between the Sarasota Bayfront and Bradenton's downtown Riverwalk, so the best of both cities is always an easy drive away. Step inside and you'll find a home that's all about the light. Walls of windows and sliding glass doors fill every room with sunshine and blur the line between indoors and out, just the way Mid-Century design was meant to be enjoyed. Arrivals feel special here. A sweeping horseshoe driveway frames the landscaped front yard and leads to a generous porte cochère, so guests can step out covered from sun and rain and roll right back out the other side. The big-ticket updates are already done: insulated double-pane windows, a new roof (2022), a rated garage door (2018), AC (approx. 2017), and a water heater (2023). The remodeled kitchen is a joy to cook in and comes with a charming coffee nook for slow mornings. Out back, the lanai is ready for your green thumb, with space to fill with potted plants, herbs, and flowers. The large yard offers room to roam and comes with a swing set already in place.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,248
Sqft
0.29 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1959
Year built
One
Levels
$352
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.
$3,321 /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
$3,321/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
+65.1%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$352 vs $402
Days on market
2 vs 85 typical
Where $352/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 34243 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
31,773
Median age
51.4
Median income
$79,799
Median home value
$395,000
Avg household
2.26
Households w/ children
2,313
For the school run
Manatee 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)
198 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 35% above the SARASOTA 34243 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 126 HOLLY AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$520,000
7348 PHILLIPS STREET · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,567 sqft · $332/sqft · 24 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$750,000
7402 WESTMORELAND DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,592 sqft · $471/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$460,000
7326 SHEPHERD STREET · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,846 sqft · $249/sqft · 7 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
Anthony Richardson
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 126 HOLLY AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 126 HOLLY AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
126 HOLLY AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 126 HOLLY AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,321/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 126 HOLLY AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,594. 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 126 HOLLY AVENUE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. 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 $439,000, this home is listed about 20% below the Sarasota median of $550,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 126 HOLLY AVENUE?+
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
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$439,000 runs 35% above the SARASOTA 34243 median.
02Garden & Trees/Woods views
The garden and trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Fresh on the market
Only 2 days on market in a Sarasota market that averages 85 — if it fits, move quickly.
04Strong 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 COASTAL CONNECTION REALTY · Randy Buff. MLS #A4708933.
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