8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE, PALMETTO, FL, 34221
Active139 days on marketListed Mar 6, 2026MLS #A4685276
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About this home
8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE
NEW ROOF (2024)!!! Plus, enjoy peace of mind with numerous recent updates, including EXTERIOR PAINT (2025), NEW FRONT DOOR (2025), GUTTERS (2024), NEW LUXURY VINYL PLANK FLOORING (2026), all SMOKE DETECTORS REPLACED (2026), a NEWLY INSTALLED WATER HEATER, and BOTH AC UNITS UPGRADED WITH UV/FILTRATION SYSTEMS. Welcome to this spacious two-story home located in the desirable community of Fairways at Imperial Lakewoods in Palmetto. Designed for comfortable living and entertaining, the home features a functional floor plan with generous living spaces throughout. Upon entering, you'll find a large living and dining area showcasing the new LVP flooring, which flows seamlessly into the kitchen. The kitchen offers abundant countertop and cabinet space while overlooking the eat-in dining area and family room, creating the perfect gathering space. A convenient half bath completes the first floor. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite serves as a private retreat with a versatile bonus area ideal for a home office, reading nook, workout space, or sitting room. The ensuite bathroom features dual sinks, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and two walk-in closets. Three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms provide plenty of room for family and guests. Step outside to the covered and screened lanai overlooking a fenced backyard with a tree-lined backdrop, offering added privacy and a peaceful setting for relaxing or entertaining. Located in the deed-restricted community of Fairways at Imperial Lakewoods, residents enjoy a tranquil golf course setting while remaining just minutes from Interstate 75, providing convenient access to Tampa, St. Petersburg, Bradenton, Sarasota, shopping, dining, and the Gulf Coast's beautiful beaches.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,909
Sqft
0.15 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2005
Year built
Two
Levels
$146
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.
$3,297 /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
$3,297/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
−16.9%
$/sqft vs Palmetto actives
$146 vs $206
Days on market
139 vs 55 typical
Where $146/sqft sits among the 400 Palmetto 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 Imperial Lakewoods
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Palmetto. See the full Palmetto guide →
Imperial Lakewoods — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,586
Median age
48
Median income
$97,751
Median home value
$358,906
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
146
For the school run
Manatee County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Palmetto market
$359K → $361K
Palmetto median sold, yr/yr
97.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
211 of 400
Palmetto actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Palmetto, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 15% above the PALMETTO 34221 median. See the full Palmetto market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$330,000
8860 FOUNDERS CIRCLE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,666 sqft · $198/sqft · 127 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$313,000
8859 FOUNDERS CIRCLE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,551 sqft · $202/sqft · 81 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$325,000
7005 57TH TERRACE E
5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,889 sqft · $112/sqft · 21 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 8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,297/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $58/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 8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE?+
The association fee works out to $58 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,667. 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 8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE?+
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 Palmetto?+
At $425,000, this home is listed about 7% above the Palmetto median of $399,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE?+
Buffalo Creek Middle School (middle), Barbara A Harvey Elementary School (elementary), Palmetto High School (high) — Manatee 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
$425,000 runs 15% above the PALMETTO 34221 median — but at 2,909 sqft it's also 53% larger than the typical Palmetto listing.
02Time on market is leverage
139 days on market against a Palmetto median of 55 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Buffalo Creek Middle School, Barbara A Harvey Elementary School, Palmetto High School — Barbara A Harvey Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $465,000, now $425,000 — a $40K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of FINE PROPERTIES · Julie Franklin. MLS #A4685276.
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