156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD, OSPREY, FL, 34229
Active9 days on marketListed Oct 29, 2026MLS #A4710966
About this home
156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD
This stunning 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home, designed by the renowned architect Frank Folsom Smith, stands out with its unique design. The charming Cape Cod style sets the stage for comfortable, graceful living. The home features a Sonos surround sound system throughout. The backyard, overlooking the preserve, is a quiet sanctuary, where you can enjoy the open-air freeform pool with spa in complete privacy. The whole-house stereo system extends to the enclosed back patio, making it a lovely place to sit and enjoy a peaceful, rare rainy afternoon with a good book and a cuppa. There is an additional 732 square feet of outdoor deck space off the second floor and rooftop. Recent renovations in 2023 include two main bathrooms with high-end decorator tile, premium glass enclosures, and premium plumbing fixtures, including an elegant standalone bathtub. The powder room has also been completely renovated. The kitchen boasts new ceramic tile floors, backsplashes, an induction cooktop, an LG smart refrigerator, a farmhouse sink, and a garburetor. The laundry room features new ceramic tile floors, a washer and dryer, extensive shiplap walls, and a sliding hanging barn door to the pantry. The second-floor bathroom has new tub fixtures, shiplap walls, and a decorator granite sink area. Additional updates include crown moldings throughout the ground floor, new ceiling fans in all bedrooms and the den/office, with a decorator oversized 52-inch windmill fan in the main bedroom. The home also has new LED ceiling can lights, new plantation shutters in the front hall/foyer, and new Levolor blinds in the kitchen and laundry room. **A new main-floor HVAC unit was installed in June 2026.** The pool area has been upgraded with a new heat pump pool heater, a new filtration system, and a new pool pump and motor. The lanai has new aluminum framing and screening with a screen door, installed in 2025. The second floor has a new flat roof by Curry Roofing with a warranty. The landscape has been renewed with new trees, bushes, sod, and flower plantings worth $20,000, completed in 2022. Premium decorator light fixtures have been added to the dining room, kitchen, and foyer. The entire house exterior was painted in August 2025, and a new second-floor deck was also completed in August 2025. The pristine condition of this lovely home, combined with the quiet, private setting on a double lot at the end of a cul-de-sac, makes it the perfect Florida retreat for you and your loved ones. Situated in the enclave of Bishopscourt, a maintenance-free neighborhood behind the gates of The Oaks Preserve, lawn and landscape maintenance, as well as irrigation, are included in the homeowner's association fees. You will delight in this graceful, inviting home. Membership in The Oaks, Sarasota's finest golf and country club, is required with homeownership. With two distinctly unique 18-hole championship golf courses, 12 HAR-TRU tennis courts (4 lighted), croquet and pickleball courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, fine and casual dining options, and a wealth of social events, The Oaks is truly Sarasota's premier golf and country club. There is currently no waiting list for either Golf or Sports/Social membership. Tighten this for MLS readabilityShorten this to fit MLS limits
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
3,112
Sqft
0.45 ac
Lot size
1990
Year built
Two
Levels
$414
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.
$10,301 /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:
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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
$10,301/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
−16.9%
$/sqft vs OAKS
$414 vs $385
Days on market
9 vs 59 typical
Where $414/sqft sits among the 23 homes for sale in OAKS
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 Osprey
Drive times from this address
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OSPREY 34229 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
7,237
Median age
65.5
Median income
$93,949
Median home value
$635,800
Avg household
2.06
Households w/ children
383
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Osprey market
$625K → $665K
Osprey median sold, yr/yr
94.3%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
11 of 23
OAKS have cut their price
Median sold price, Osprey, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 85% above the OSPREY 34229 median. See the full Osprey market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$1,300,000
25 SUGAR MILL DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,066 sqft · $424/sqft · 151 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$1,325,000
140 SUGAR MILL DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,286 sqft · $403/sqft · 54 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$995,000
105 TURQUOISE LANE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,606 sqft · $382/sqft · 141 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
Zack Zonker
President Tampa Division · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $10,301/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $850/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 156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD?+
The association fee works out to $850 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $8,349. 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 156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD?+
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 Osprey?+
At $1,289,000, this home is listed about 67% above the Osprey median of $772,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 156 BISHOPSCOURT ROAD?+
Gulf Gate 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
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,289,000 runs 85% above the OSPREY 34229 median — but at 3,112 sqft it's also 29% larger than the typical Osprey listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Know the monthly fee
The association fee is $850/mo. That usually buys real services — verify what's covered before comparing this home against fee-free alternatives.
04Strong assigned schools
Gulf Gate Elementary School, Riverview High School, Brookside Middle School — Riverview High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Steve Abbe. MLS #A4710966.
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