35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active75 days on marketListed May 13, 2026MLS #A4693470
About this home
35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502
Cosmopolitan excitement mingled with casual coastal living on the celebrated shores of The Gulf. At the Ritz-Carlton Tower Residences a lifestyle rich with comfort, services and numerous amenities. This Tower Residence 502 is nestled on top of the treetops providing for tropical beauty and privacy. The spacious floor plan offers 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and gorgeous marble flooring throughout the entire Residence. Two generous size terraces allow for extended living space with spectacular views of the Marina, Sarasota City scape and John Ringling Bridge. Everyday life offers a bit of magic complete with private elevators and impeccable 24 hour services provided by the Ladies and Gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton. Just steps away from the vibrant downtown featuring theatre, dining, shopping, art galleries and much more. As always, you will recognize and appreciate touches that say - "only at The Ritz". A MUST SEE!!!!!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3,751
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2003
Year built
Three Or More
Levels
$766
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.
$19,242 /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
$19,242/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
$766 vs $333
Days on market
75 vs 58 typical
Where $766/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 Tower Residences At The Ritz Carlton
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Tower Residences At The Ritz Carlton — neighborhood snapshot
Population
747
Median age
75
Median income
$125,938
Median home value
$1,459,500
Avg household
2
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)
148 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 239% above the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$3,250,000
35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 1101 · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,751 sqft · $866/sqft · 474 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$2,850,000
35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 801 · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,751 sqft · $760/sqft · 447 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$2,850,000
35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 1005 · same community
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,659 sqft · $779/sqft · 104 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 35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $19,242/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 35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $29,890. 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 35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, 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 Sarasota?+
At $2,875,000, this home is listed about 404% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 35 WATERGATE DRIVE UNIT 502?+
Alta Vista Elementary School (elementary), Booker High School (high), Booker Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Joan Dickinson. MLS #A4693470.
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