3151 53RD STREET, SARASOTA, FL, 34234
Active Under Contract16 days on marketListed Oct 17, 2026MLS #A4709805
About this home
3151 53RD STREET
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Rare Desoto Acres opportunity: updated, move-in ready concrete block home with a 5V crimp Galvalume metal roof on 2.25 private acres with no HOA or CDD fees, located minutes from Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Lido Key, and Siesta Key. This expansive residence features a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom split plan, impact-rated windows, storm panels, a brand-new 17 SEER2 Daikin HVAC, and a private-entry home office ideal for remote business. The chef’s kitchen showcases solid quartz countertops, an under-mount fireclay sink, a complete KitchenAid stainless steel appliance package, double ovens (range oven plus separate wall oven), generous prep surfaces, and seamless entertaining flow. Spacious vehicle and storage capacity includes an attached 2-car garage air-conditioned by a new mini-split and a new heat pump hot water system, an insulated 4-car detached garage/workshop with modern lighting with dedicated mini-split, and two auxiliary equipment sheds - plenty of space for classic cars, boats, RVs, and trailers. Relax on the covered lanai and sundeck overlooking native oaks and pines, completely secured with perimeter privacy fencing along Lockwood Ridge Road wrapping onto 53rd Street. Versatile RE-1 estate zoning offers boundless potential for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU/guest house), custom pool addition, or hobby animals. Schedule your private tour today to experience this rare Sarasota acreage retreat!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,326
Sqft
2.22 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
1978
Year built
One
Levels
$451
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.
$7,773 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 7.5%
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
$7,773/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.
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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.
vs edgeAI estimate
+57.4%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$451 vs $310
Days on market
16 vs 67 typical
Where $451/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 Desoto Acres
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Desoto Acres — neighborhood snapshot
Population
641
Median age
53
Median income
$120,982
Median home value
$585,800
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
33%
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
$450K → $491K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
168 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 300% above the SARASOTA 34234 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3151 53RD STREET
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$810,000
5310 N TUTTLE AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,408 sqft · $336/sqft · 47 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$340,000
5610 MIDDLE AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,430 sqft · $140/sqft · 34 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$680,000
3052 51ST STREET · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,003 sqft · $339/sqft · 61 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
Seth Cabrera - Rothschild
Realtor · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3151 53RD STREET — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3151 53RD STREET — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
3151 53RD STREET FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3151 53RD STREET?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $7,773/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 3151 53RD STREET?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,426. 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 3151 53RD STREET?+
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 $1,049,000, this home is listed about 88% above the Sarasota median of $559,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3151 53RD STREET?+
Booker Middle School (middle), Booker High School (high), Emma E. Booker Elementary School (elementary) — 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
$1,049,000 runs 300% above the SARASOTA 34234 median — but at 2,326 sqft it's also 38% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Trees/Woods views
The trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $1,149,000, now $1,049,000 — a $100K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE ATCHLEY PROPE · Tory Uccello, Jr. MLS #A4709805.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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