160 GARDEN LANE, SARASOTA, FL, 34242
Active339 days on marketListed Aug 27, 2025MLS #A4663281
About this home
160 GARDEN LANE
Excellent Development and Investment Opportunity LOT, PLANS and PERMITS have already been city-approved to build a new home on the property located on the coveted north end of Siesta Key just minutes from Siesta Key Beach! Renderings can be found under attachments. Refurbish and renovate the existing property, or tear it down and build your dream home on this prime oversized corner lot.. The preliminary plans are attached for a coastal contemporary elevated three-story home featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 full and 1 half bathrooms, a two car garage, open floor plan, gourmet chef’s kitchen, dining room, a dedicated office, flexible bonus spaces, an elevator servicing all three levels. The outdoor area includes multiple covered lanais and balconies, spaces for entertaining, and a resort-style pool and spa with a sun shelf. Short-term rentals are permitted, allowing flexibility for many investment opportunities such as Airbnb and vacation rentals. Located just steps from Siesta Key’s world-famous beaches and only minutes from Siesta Village dining and shopping, this new construction residence offers the perfect blend of luxury, design, and island lifestyle. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy island life and the best beaches while living in a convenient location within very close proximity to Downtown Sarasota, Southside Village, top restaurants, shopping, hospitals, and entertainment.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.23 ac
Lot size
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.
$7,399 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
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
$7,399/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.
Where it sits
Inside Bay Island
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Bay Island — neighborhood snapshot
Population
531
Median age
61
Median income
$151,850
Median home value
$2,000,000
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
31%
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)
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 124% above the SARASOTA 34242 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 160 GARDEN LANE
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$740,000
266 OGDEN STREET · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,433 sqft · $516/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$718,000
129 PIERSON LANE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,725 sqft · $416/sqft · 4 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$1,050,000
157 GARDEN LANE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,146 sqft · $489/sqft · 38 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 160 GARDEN LANE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 160 GARDEN LANE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
160 GARDEN LANE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 160 GARDEN LANE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $7,399/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 160 GARDEN LANE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $10,687. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $1,100,000, this home is listed about 93% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 160 GARDEN LANE?+
Brookside Middle School (middle), Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary), Sarasota 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
$1,100,000 runs 124% above the SARASOTA 34242 median.
02Time on market is leverage
339 days on market against a Sarasota median of 58 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Brookside Middle School, Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Sarasota High School — Phillippi Shores Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Chad Fonder. MLS #A4663281.
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