3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34238
Active118 days on marketListed Apr 7, 2026MLS #A4689054
About this home
3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE
Welcome to 3953 Prairie Dune Drive, located in the gated Country Club of Sarasota with a fully staffed security gate providing twenty-four-hour access control. Positioned along the second fairway, this five-bedroom, four-bathroom home offers golf course views and updates, including a new roof and replumbing. Low HOA fees add to long-term value, while the layout and setting provide an opportunity for updates or personalization over time. The interior features high ceilings, natural light, and a functional floor plan with two separate living areas. The formal dining room with a bay window sits adjacent to the family room with a wet bar. The kitchen includes a breakfast area, large pantry closet, wood cabinetry, bar seating, center cooking island, and pass through window to the lanai and pool area. The upstairs primary suite includes three closets, dual vanities with a separate makeup station, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a loft overlooking the main living area and fairway. With five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and two flexible bonus spaces, the home can accommodate multigenerational living, private offices, fitness or hobby rooms, and guest quarters. Outdoor features include a covered lanai, pool, spa, and golf course views. The property is located near multiple highly rated golf courses, including TPC Prestancia, the Legacy Trail, parks, marinas, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, including Costco, Sprouts, Publix, and Target, with Whole Foods and additional retail coming soon. Siesta Key Beach, voted the number one beach in America, is located less than five miles away. Optional membership to TPC Prestancia Golf & Sports Club provides access to golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness facilities, a lap pool, dining, and social events. Club amenities are currently undergoing renovation and are expected to reopen soon, with discounted membership opportunities available before reopening. 3953 Prairie Dune Drive offers a large golf course home in an established gated community with flexibility and the opportunity to personalize in a location close to golf, the Legacy Trail, and Siesta Key.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
3,182
Sqft
0.29 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
1985
Year built
Two
Levels
$302
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.
$6,393 /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
$6,393/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
−28.4%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$302 vs $343
Days on market
118 vs 62 typical
Where $302/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 The Country Club Of Sarasota
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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The Country Club Of Sarasota — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,039
Median age
61
Median income
$142,917
Median home value
$530,900
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
98%
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)
152 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 262% above the SARASOTA 34238 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Nov ’25$735,000
3658 TORREY PINES WAY · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,229 sqft · $228/sqft · 104 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$650,000
3746 TORREY PINES BOULEVARD · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,302 sqft · $197/sqft · 196 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$950,000
3906 SPYGLASS HILL ROAD · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,010 sqft · $316/sqft · 3 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 3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $6,393/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $125/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 3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $125 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,809. 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 3953 PRAIRIE DUNES 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 $960,000, this home is listed about 68% above the Sarasota median of $569,945. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3953 PRAIRIE DUNES DRIVE?+
Gulf Gate 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
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$960,000 runs 262% above the SARASOTA 34238 median — but at 3,182 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.
03Strong assigned schools
Gulf Gate Elementary School, Sarasota Middle School, Riverview High School — Sarasota Middle School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $975,000, now $960,000 — a $15K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICE · Julianna Burns. MLS #A4689054.
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