941 VIRGINIA DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34234
Active144 days on marketListed Mar 13, 2026MLS #A4684540
About this home
941 VIRGINIA DRIVE
A Rare Piece of Sarasota History. Four turn-key furnished residences. Three City Lots. One Extraordinary Piece of Sarasota History. Welcome to 941 Virginia Drive, a truly unique historic property originally built by John Ringling Jr., offering vintage Sarasota charm paired with modern flexibility and lucrative income. Set on three city lots, this 125-foot-long masonry residence creates an extraordinary private compound with four distinct living spaces. The main residence features two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and an office or den, highlighted by timeless architectural details including stone porches, arched doorways, pecky cypress paneling, tall vaulted beamed ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. Modern updates complement the historic character with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and updated fixtures. The property is designed for lifestyle, opportunity and flexibility for extended family, guests or continued successful short-term rental business. In addition to the main home, the estate includes three separate guest residences providing privacy and versatility. There are two in-law suites that feature full kitchens, a private pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, patio access and a private bathroom; one offers one bedroom and the other two bedrooms. There is an additional one-bedroom dwelling with a convenient kitchenette, private bathroom and laundry. Located just two miles north of downtown Sarasota, the property offers easy access to Lido Key, Longboat Key, St. Armands Circle, and the vibrant dining, arts, and cultural scene of downtown Sarasota. Whether you envision a private historic estate, a multi-generational compound or a unique established vacation rental business, this rare property offers exceptional character, privacy and opportunity in one of Sarasota’s most desirable locations. Don’t miss this opportunity to Own a Piece of Ringling History — A Private Sarasota Compound with Vintage Charm and Resort-Style Living.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
6
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
3,492
Sqft
0.37 ac
Lot size
1945
Year built
One
Levels
$415
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.
$9,296 /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
$9,296/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.
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$415 vs $344
Days on market
144 vs 62 typical
Where $415/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 Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores — neighborhood snapshot
Population
3,193
Median age
51
Median income
$82,133
Median home value
$455,294
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
145
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 → $495K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
159 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 346% above the SARASOTA 34234 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 941 VIRGINIA DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$750,000
875 INDIAN BEACH DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,861 sqft · $262/sqft · 71 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$560,000
2850 BON AIR AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,199 sqft · $255/sqft · 111 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$850,000
2814 W TAMIAMI CIRCLE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,997 sqft · $426/sqft · 116 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 941 VIRGINIA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 941 VIRGINIA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
941 VIRGINIA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 941 VIRGINIA DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $9,296/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 941 VIRGINIA DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $9,217. 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 941 VIRGINIA DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: 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 $1,450,000, this home is listed about 152% above the Sarasota median of $574,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 941 VIRGINIA DRIVE?+
Booker High School (high), Booker Middle School (middle), Emma E. Booker Elementary School (elementary) — 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
$1,450,000 runs 346% above the SARASOTA 34234 median — but at 3,492 sqft it's also nearly twice 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
144 days on market against a Sarasota median of 62 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $1,500,000, now $1,450,000 — a $50K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Angela Adams. MLS #A4684540.
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