5247 CARMILFRA DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231
Active171 days on marketListed Feb 3, 2026MLS #A4681052
About this home
5247 CARMILFRA DRIVE
This inviting home has been completely remodeled and offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal lifestyle ****just 5 minutes from world-famous Siesta Key Beach***. Enjoy easy access to powdery white sand, turquoise waters, and stunning sunsets, all while living in a quiet, established neighborhood. This Brand new, well-maintained residence features a functional layout ideal for full-time living or a seasonal retreat. Light-filled living spaces create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, while the kitchen and dining areas are perfectly suited for everyday living and entertaining. The bedrooms are comfortably sized, offering flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. One of the home’s biggest advantages is its prime location. You’re minutes from some of Sarasota’s best restaurants, cafés, and shopping, including local favorites, grocery stores, and everyday essentials. Downtown Sarasota, parks, and major roadways are also nearby, making commuting and exploring the area effortless. Whether you’re looking to enjoy beach days, dining out, or relaxed Florida living, This home delivers location, lifestyle, and convenience in one exceptional package. Many Restaurants and Bars near by including, World Famous Walt's Fish Market, Tripletail Seafood, Brine Raw Bar, Philippi Creek Oyster Bar, Geckos, Crescent Club, Captain Curt's and many more. Come see why everyone is asking, "What's all the fuss with Sarasota!"
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,012
Sqft
0.28 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1957
Year built
One
Levels
$3
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$210 /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:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$210/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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.
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$3 vs $330
Days on market
171 vs 58 typical
Where $3/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 Sarasota
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SARASOTA 34231 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
32,203
Median age
55.1
Median income
$69,721
Median home value
$363,400
Avg household
2.03
Households w/ children
2,803
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)
151 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 97% below the SARASOTA 34231 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5247 CARMILFRA DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$610,000
13874 LAZY LANE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,051 sqft · $297/sqft · 367 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$520,000
2429 SW Century Way, Stuart FL 34997 · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,126 sqft · $245/sqft · 64 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$875,000
5346 PALOS VERDES DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,198 sqft · $398/sqft · 43 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 5247 CARMILFRA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5247 CARMILFRA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5247 CARMILFRA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5247 CARMILFRA DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $210/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 5247 CARMILFRA DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Dogs OK, Pet Deposit, Size Limit. 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 $6,900, this home is listed about 99% below the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5247 CARMILFRA DRIVE?+
Phillippi Shores Elementary School (elementary), Riverview High School (high), Brookside Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Under the SARASOTA 34231 market on paper
$6,900 is 97% below the SARASOTA 34231 median of $225,000, and at $3/sqft it sits under the Sarasota average of $496.
02Move-in furnished
The furniture conveys — a genuine head start for a second home or rental, and one less five-figure line item after closing.
03Time on market is leverage
171 days on market against a Sarasota median of 58 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Phillippi Shores Elementary School, Riverview High School, Brookside Middle School — Phillippi Shores Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $8,500, now $6,900 — a $2K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of FINE PROPERTIES · Tracy Srodes. MLS #A4681052.
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