242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602, OSPREY, FL, 34229
Active183 days on marketListed Jan 23, 2026MLS #A4678883
About this home
242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602
Penthouse Waterfront Residence | Enclosed Sunroom | Private Two-Car Garage | Optional Furnishings | Gated Bayfront Community This 6th-floor penthouse waterfront condominium at Hidden Bay offers unobstructed views of Little Sarasota Bay, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the Gulf beyond Casey Key. Designed to capture light and water views throughout the main living areas, the open floor plan features high ceilings, tall interior doors, and crown molding, creating a bright and welcoming coastal interior. The great room accommodates both living and dining areas and opens to an enclosed waterfront sunroom, an ideal space for morning coffee, sunset views, or quiet time overlooking the bay. The kitchen includes a counter-height breakfast bar, pantry storage, and an adjacent dining nook, offering both function and ease for everyday living or entertaining. A den provides flexible space for a home office or guest use. The primary suite features multiple closets and an en suite bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, water closet, and a dedicated makeup vanity area. A second bedroom includes an adjoining bath and walk-in closet. Luxury vinyl flooring has been added in the bedrooms and den. Laundry is located inside the residence. The condominium includes a private, fully enclosed two-car garage. Furnishings are included and may remain or be removed at the buyer’s preference. Hidden Bay is a gated waterfront community set along Little Sarasota Bay, offering a clubhouse with fitness center, heated pool and spa, tennis and pickleball courts, kayak storage and launch, and a boardwalk through mangroves leading to a fishing pier. Located west of US 41 in Osprey, Hidden Bay is conveniently positioned between Sarasota and Venice, with nearby access to shopping, dining, the Legacy Trail, and area beaches.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,932
Sqft
2
Garage
1999
Year built
One
Levels
$362
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.
$4,826 /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
$4,826/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
+19.5%
$/sqft vs Osprey actives
$362 vs $331
Days on market
183 vs 57 typical
Where $362/sqft sits among the 96 Osprey 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 Sarabay Acres
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Sarabay Acres — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,075
Median age
65
Median income
$54,735
Median home value
$363,400
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
14%
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Osprey market
$710K → $530K
Osprey median sold, yr/yr
93.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
52 of 96
Osprey actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Osprey, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 40% above the OSPREY 34229 median. See the full Osprey market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602
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$535,000
242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 603 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,932 sqft · $277/sqft · 100 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$800,000
242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 401 · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,100 sqft · $381/sqft · 110 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$654,000
1303 THORNAPPLE DRIVE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,929 sqft · $339/sqft · 81 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 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,826/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 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,518. 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 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602?+
The listing reports pets: Breed Restrictions, Number Limit, Size Limit, 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 Osprey?+
At $700,000, this home is listed about 1% above the Osprey median of $692,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 242 HIDDEN BAY DRIVE UNIT 602?+
Laurel Nokomis School (elementary), Venice Senior 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
$700,000 runs 40% above the OSPREY 34229 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
183 days on market against a Osprey median of 57 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Laurel Nokomis School, Venice Senior High School — Laurel Nokomis School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $719,000, now $700,000 — a $19K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of FIRST LIGHT REAL ESTATE · Cathy Rustin. MLS #A4678883.
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