966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1, SARASOTA, FL, 34237
Active467 days on marketListed Apr 14, 2025MLS #A4640593
About this home
966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1
Now is the time for you to purchase this property that is so close to downtown, you could walk. Fine restaurants, the arts, theater, shopping, and the beautiful, award-winning beaches are all minutes away from this community. Legacy Trail is a minute away for biking, running or just meandering on a beautiful day. Or stay in your own gated community and enjoy the acres of park-like setting, swim in one of the two pools (one is heated), exercise in the private gym or just sit in the shade at the clubhouse and read a book. This is one of the best values so convenient to all that the downtown lifestyle. Ed Smith Stadium, home for the Orioles during Spring Training, is just around the corner. Residents have been known to walk to baseball games, it is so close! This two-bedroom, one bath unit is located on the first floor and is an end unit with beautiful views of the park. Stainless Steel appliances and granite countertops accent the solid wood cabinets. Hurricane windows and slider are added protection and security. New railings along the fronts of the buildings have been replaced, the lanais are being replaced and most are completed, and the buildings are scheduled to be painted a new, updated color in 2024 with current style light fixtures to add to the update look. A new gate entry system has been implemented. Improvements continue to be made to increase the value of the property. This area is definitely in the gentrification process with lots of added future value just around the corner. This is the perfect property for personal use or invest in it as a rental. Schedule your appointment today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
865
Sqft
9.08 ac
Lot size
1972
Year built
One
Levels
$231
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.
$1,489 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,489/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.
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
+1.7%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$231 vs $331
Days on market
467 vs 58 typical
Where $231/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 Park East
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Park East — neighborhood snapshot
Population
3,980
Median age
34
Median income
$56,324
Median home value
$221,585
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
498
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
$470K → $470K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
158 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 9% below the SARASOTA 34237 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jan ’26$175,000
900 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 4 · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 865 sqft · $202/sqft · 233 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$177,000
924 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 8 · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 865 sqft · $205/sqft · 49 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$135,000
900 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 6 · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 865 sqft · $156/sqft · 116 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
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,489/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 966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $764. 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 966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. 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 $199,900, this home is listed about 65% below the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 966 LA COSTA CIRCLE UNIT 1?+
Tuttle 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
01Under the SARASOTA 34237 market on paper
$199,900 is 9% below the SARASOTA 34237 median of $219,000, and at $231/sqft it sits under the Sarasota average of $496.
02Garden & Trees/Woods views
The garden and trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
467 days on market against a Sarasota median of 58 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Tom Palazzo. MLS #A4640593.
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