3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE ROAD, SARASOTA, FL, 34235
Active1 days on marketListed Nov 6, 2026MLS #A4711990
About this home
3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE ROAD
Rare combination of privacy, luxury and convenience! Set on the largest lot and tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the most desirable Highlands section of The Meadows, this beautifully updated home offers exceptional privacy, sweeping open views and not a neighbor in sight. With distant golf course vistas and lush surroundings, it feels like living on acreage yet you’re just five minutes from 90+ restaurants and everything you love about Sarasota. Inside, high ceilings, abundant natural light and beautiful stranded bamboo flooring create a warm, airy feel throughout the perfectly updated open plan. The stunning kitchen features a large island, white shaker cabinetry, gas range and Sea Pearl quartzite flowing effortlessly into the living and entertaining spaces. Tall pocketing sliders disappear to bring the outdoors in, opening to an expansive paver lanai and creating the quintessential Florida indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ideal southern exposure fills the home with natural light and makes the outdoor spaces enjoyable throughout the year. All just a short drive to all the fun The Meadows has to offer and five minutes to the UTC Mall, a world-class destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Set on 1,600 lush acres just 15 minutes from Downtown Sarasota, The Meadows combines resort living with the beauty of untouched nature. Enjoy 14 miles of scenic trails, an active social calendar, new fitness center, Junior Olympic pool, 10 pickleball courts, two 18-hole golf courses, and 15 Har-Tru tennis courts. Ideally located near award-winning beaches, cultural attractions, Nathan Benderson Park, Mote SEA Aquarium, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and the upcoming Sarasota Orchestra and Legacy Bike Trail. A fabulous Florida lifestyle awaits. 2025 lanai pavers and pool cage, 2020 tile roof, 2020 water heater, 2020 PebbleTec pool surface, 2018 A/C and renovation, above floodplain in zone X.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,033
Sqft
0.35 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1990
Year built
One
Levels
$369
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.
$5,558 /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
$5,558/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
+45%
Days on market
1 vs 67 typical
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 34235 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
15,146
Median age
58.4
Median income
$78,958
Median home value
$370,400
Avg household
2.08
Households w/ children
1,159
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)
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 251% above the SARASOTA 34235 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
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
Chad Creech
President, Commercial and Development Services · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE ROAD — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE ROAD?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $5,558/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $15/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 3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE ROAD?+
The association fee works out to $15 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2026) was $4,587. 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 3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE 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 Sarasota?+
At $750,000, this home is listed about 34% above the Sarasota median of $559,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3448 HIGHLANDS BRIDGE ROAD?+
Gocio Elementary School (elementary), Booker Middle School (middle), Booker High School (high) — 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
$750,000 runs 251% above the SARASOTA 34235 median — but at 2,033 sqft it's also 21% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Fresh on the market
Only 1 day on market in a Sarasota market that averages 67 — if it fits, move quickly.
Listing courtesy of PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY · Fernando Viteri, PA. MLS #A4711990.
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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