6442 COLONIAL DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active352 days on marketListed Aug 18, 2025MLS #R4909784
About this home
6442 COLONIAL DRIVE
$4,000 (Jan–Apr), $2,500 (May–Dec), $3,000 year-round avg. Perfect for snowbirds or long-term! Spend your vacation in this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath Gulf Gate home, ideally located just minutes from the sugar-white sands of world-famous Siesta Key. Thoughtfully furnished and designed for comfort, this 1,585 sq. ft. retreat has everything you need for a fun and relaxing getaway. The modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances and colorful tile accents, perfect for preparing meals after a day in the sun. The spacious primary suite includes a large walk-in closet, while the second bedroom and bath provide plenty of space for family or friends. For fun at home, enjoy the oversized bonus room—complete with a ping pong table, lounging space, and big windows overlooking the backyard. Step outside to the fenced yard or screened lanai, where you can sip your morning coffee or enjoy evening cocktails in the Florida breeze. Located in the heart of Sarasota’s vibrant Gulf Gate neighborhood, you’ll be within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Publix, World Market, Marshalls, Old Navy, and local favorites like Brine Seafood and Thailand Restaurant are just steps away. And when you’re ready for adventure, the turquoise waters of Siesta Key Beach are only two miles from your front door. To make your beach days even easier, bikes and beach gear are available for your use, so you can pack light and enjoy the coast carefree. Whether you’re here for beach days, bike rides, dining and shopping, or simply relaxing in a comfortable home, this Gulf Gate vacation rental offers the perfect mix of convenience, comfort, and Sarasota sunshine. Seasonal rate (Jan - Apr 2026) is $4000 per month. Off Season rate (all other months) is $2500 per month. Two queen size beds in bedroom 1 and one king size bed in bedroom 2. All utilities, internet included. Smart TV's located in living room and both bedrooms. Sorry no pets permitted. 13% sales and tourism taxes apply to any rental less than 6 months.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,585
Sqft
0.19 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1964
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 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
$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.
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 GULF GATE
$2 vs $310
Days on market
352 vs 61 typical
Where $2/sqft sits among the 10 homes for sale in GULF GATE
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 Gulf Gate
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Gulf Gate — neighborhood snapshot
Population
4,011
Median age
56
Median income
$61,682
Median home value
$286,387
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
317
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
$475K → $500K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
6 of 10
GULF GATE have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 99% below the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 6442 COLONIAL DRIVE
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$511,000
6727 ANCHOR WAY · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,630 sqft · $313/sqft · 11 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$445,000
3119 LOCKWOOD TERRACE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,538 sqft · $289/sqft · 57 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$339,000
6735 KEYSTONE DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,659 sqft · $204/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
Arlinda Gokyar
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 6442 COLONIAL DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 6442 COLONIAL DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
6442 COLONIAL DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 6442 COLONIAL DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, 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 6442 COLONIAL DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: No. 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 $3,000, this home is listed about 99% below the Sarasota median of $574,945. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 6442 COLONIAL DRIVE?+
Gulf Gate Elementary School (elementary), Sarasota Middle School (middle), Riverview High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Under the SARASOTA 34231 market on paper
$3,000 is 99% below the SARASOTA 34231 median of $214,900, and at $2/sqft it sits under the Sarasota average of $497.
02Time on market is leverage
352 days on market against a Sarasota median of 61 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Gulf Gate Elementary School, Sarasota Middle School, Riverview High School — Sarasota Middle School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $4,000, now $3,000 — a $1K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of LINDSAY LEASING LLC · Terri Lindsay. MLS #R4909784.
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