5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34243
Active23 days on marketListed Oct 15, 2026MLS #TB8556875
About this home
5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE
Nestled in the highly desirable Mote Ranch community, this charming Sarasota home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and Florida living. Enjoy peaceful lake views that create a beautiful backdrop for everyday life. The home features 3M Hurricane Window coverings (cold Steel) NO CDD, LOW HOA, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, with a dedicated office or you can use as 4th bedroom, providing flexible space for working from home, hosting guests, or accommodating your lifestyle needs. The kitchen is thoughtfully updated with granite countertops and newer stainless steel appliances, combining style and practicality with roll out drawers. Outside, unwind in the screened-in pool area, complete with a pool cage with surround sound inside and outside that adds to the tranquil lake views, making it an ideal spot to enjoy the Florida sunshine year-round. The home offers both a private pool and the community boasts a luxurious pool with a pavilion for seating under the shade on those hot Florida days! Notable updates include a Barrel Tile roof installed in 2020, an A/C system from 2018, Stainless Steel Dishwasher 2022, Stainless Steel Stove 2022, LG See Through 2 door refrigerator and a hot water heater from 2012. Conveniently situated in the sought-after 34243 area, this home is close to shopping, dining, parks, and everyday conveniences such as safe paths for both walking and cycling! Also capturing Sarasota’s beautiful beaches, coastal attractions, recreational activities, and entertainment just a short drive away. Discover a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the relaxed lifestyle and scenic surroundings that make Mote Ranch such an appealing place to call home! NO ASSIGNABILITY OR INVESTORS OR ACQUISITIONS COMPANIES.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,159
Sqft
0.2 ac
Lot size
1996
Year built
One
Levels
$255
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.
$4,533 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 7.5%
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
$4,533/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.
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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
+1.5%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$255 vs $310
Days on market
23 vs 67 typical
Where $255/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 Mote Ranch Village
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Mote Ranch Village — neighborhood snapshot
Population
406
Median age
64
Median income
$66,532
Median home value
$453,600
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
24%
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
$450K → $491K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
174 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 69% above the SARASOTA 34243 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5829 CARRIAGE 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$405,000
6864 CORRAL COURT · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,010 sqft · $201/sqft · 21 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$561,000
5897 CARRIAGE DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,562 sqft · $219/sqft · 230 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$590,000
8005 DESOTO WOODS DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,157 sqft · $274/sqft · 28 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 5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $4,533/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $118/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 5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $118 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,843. 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 5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Breed Restrictions, 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 $549,900, this home is listed about 2% below the Sarasota median of $559,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5829 CARRIAGE DRIVE?+
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
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$549,900 runs 69% above the SARASOTA 34243 median — but at 2,159 sqft it's also 28% 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.
03Strong 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.
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Listing courtesy of NORTHGROUP REAL ESTATE, INC · Mason Spangler-McDonald. MLS #TB8556875.
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