6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34241
Active189 days on marketListed Jan 15, 2026MLS #A4677370
About this home
6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE
Welcome to 6961 Scrub Jay Drive, a beautifully maintained Sarasota pool home where the major updates have already been completed, allowing you to move in and immediately enjoy the Florida lifestyle. Freshly painted inside and out, this home offers a bright, clean feel from the moment you arrive. The kitchen is equipped with brand-new appliances, while a new hot water heater and new pool pump provide added peace of mind for years to come. Step outside to your private backyard retreat featuring a sparkling pool surrounded by attractive pavers, creating the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying sunny Florida afternoons. A convenient pool bath adds functionality and makes hosting family and friends effortless, while the spacious pool deck provides plenty of room to create the outdoor kitchen of your dreams. Whether you envision a simple grilling station or a fully equipped outdoor entertaining space, the layout offers the flexibility to bring your vision to life. Adding even more value, the homeowner is willing to offer a concession toward updates, giving buyers the opportunity to personalize the home to their tastes while enjoying the confidence that many of the major mechanical and maintenance items have already been addressed. With the costly improvements already completed, 6961 Scrub Jay Drive offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and outdoor living in one of Sarasota's most desirable locations. Simply unpack, settle in, and start enjoying everything this exceptional home has to offer.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4,177
Sqft
0.24 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2006
Year built
Two
Levels
$257
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.
$7,298 /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
$7,298/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.
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
−29.2%
Days on market
189 vs 58 typical
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 Sarasota
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SARASOTA 34241 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
15,651
Median age
51
Median income
$113,114
Median home value
$479,700
Avg household
2.62
Households w/ children
1,633
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 74% above the SARASOTA 34241 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
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 6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
Pick a day that works — this goes straight to David's phone and CRM.
Straight answers
6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $7,298/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $142/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 6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $142 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $9,513. 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 6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE?+
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 $1,075,000, this home is listed about 89% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 6961 SCRUB JAY DRIVE?+
Lakeview 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
Five things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,075,000 runs 74% above the SARASOTA 34241 median — but at 4,177 sqft it's also nearly 2 times the size of 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.
03Time on market is leverage
189 days on market against a Sarasota median of 58 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Lakeview Elementary School, Sarasota Middle School, Riverview High School — Lakeview Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $1,300,000, now $1,075,000 — a $225K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
Listing courtesy of EXP REALTY LLC. MLS #A4677370.
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