2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE, SARASOTA, FL, 34235
Active249 days on marketListed Dec 1, 2025MLS #A4673225
About this home
2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE
LOCATION AND CONDITION ARE A+++ From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel right at home in this impeccably maintained residence. Meticulous care and attention to detail are evident throughout. The welcoming foyer opens seamlessly to the dining and living areas, offering views of the expansive lanai and oversized backyard. The beautifully remodeled kitchen is truly the heart of the home, designed to inspire and impress. Featuring porcelain tile floors, bright granite countertops, new cabinetry, and new appliances, it opens effortlessly to the family room with a cozy fireplace—perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. A smart thermostat and Ring doorbell add modern convenience and peace of mind. Whether seated at the breakfast bar or in the sunny nook beneath cathedral ceilings and skylights, you’ll appreciate the light-filled, open atmosphere. A generously sized pantry will delight any home chef. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy for all. Two guest bedrooms offer walk-in closets and share a roomy bath with direct lanai access. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a spacious walk-in closet and a stunning, newly renovated bath with updated tile flooring, new cabinetry, linen storage, and a solid-surface dual-sink vanity. Impact-resistant windows and doors are installed throughout, including private lanai access from the primary suite. Additional highlights include an oversized laundry room, ample floored attic storage, and an extended lanai designed for outdoor enjoyment—complete with granite counter space, sink, gas grill, and vented stainless-steel hood. The oversized lot provides abundant outdoor space and room for a future pool, if desired. Ideally located with convenient access to Downtown Sarasota, UTC Mall, Benderson Park, golf courses, dog parks, and recreation for all ages, this home places you just 15–20 minutes from the airport, Ringling Museum, marinas, colleges, and Lakewood Ranch Main Street. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, this exceptional property offers the lifestyle you’ve been waiting for. Schedule your private showing today and experience it for yourself.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,052
Sqft
0.24 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1989
Year built
One
Levels
$250
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.
$3,698 /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
$3,698/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
+6%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$250 vs $344
Days on market
249 vs 61 typical
Where $250/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 Country Meadows
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Country Meadows — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,306
Median age
69
Median income
$64,418
Median home value
$309,300
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
34%
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 → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
160 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 128% above the SARASOTA 34235 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$414,750
2017 COUNTRY MEADOWS LANE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,997 sqft · $208/sqft · 9 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$379,900
7785 SW 62ND COURT · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,993 sqft · $191/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · May ’26$445,000
2102 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,921 sqft · $232/sqft · 283 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 2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,698/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $46/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 2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE?+
The association fee works out to $46 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $2,868. 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 2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, 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 $514,000, this home is listed about 10% below the Sarasota median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 2042 COUNTRY MEADOWS PLACE?+
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
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$514,000 runs 128% above the SARASOTA 34235 median — but at 2,052 sqft it's also 22% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Garden views
The garden view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
249 days on market against a Sarasota median of 61 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $525,000, now $514,000 — a $11K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Susan Keal. MLS #A4673225.
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