253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active70 days on marketListed May 20, 2026MLS #A4694319
About this home
253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401
Beautiful residence in Golden Gate Point featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a powder room, with a spacious great room and breathtaking views of Sarasota Bay. This exceptional residence showcases European cabinetry, gas cooktops, quartz countertops, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, hardwood flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows with electric shades, custom-designed closets, an upgraded private den with glass doors for your convenience of a home office, wine room or anything that suits your lifestyle. This residence includes the convenience of a smart home system and outdoor grill on your private terrace. The residence also includes 2 dedicated parking spaces in the garage with a storage unit. Residents enjoy an impressive collection of amenities, including a resort-style swimming pool, fitness center, private wine storage, and an incomparable rooftop gathering space — perfect for entertaining friends and family or simply admiring the stunning Sarasota sunsets. Nestled on a beautiful peninsula, this exclusive property offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, just steps from the vibrant heart of downtown Sarasota. Come experience it in person and claim your own piece of paradise.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,831
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2025
Year built
One
Levels
$1,270
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.
$20,907 /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
$24,202/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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.
vs edgeAI estimate
+52.8%
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$1,270 vs $330
Days on market
70 vs 58 typical
Where $1,270/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 Golden Gate Point
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Sarasota. See the full Sarasota guide →
Golden Gate Point — neighborhood snapshot
Population
338
Median age
70
Median income
$57,348
Median home value
$836,400
Avg household
1
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)
165 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 325% above the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$2,480,641
253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 301 · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,832 sqft · $876/sqft · 184 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$2,420,000
223 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 2A · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,832 sqft · $855/sqft · 103 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$3,555,474
233 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 6A · same community
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,068 sqft · $1,159/sqft · 30 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 253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401 — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $20,907/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.
What are the property taxes on 253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $0. 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 253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401?+
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 $3,595,000, this home is listed about 531% above the Sarasota median of $570,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 253 GOLDEN GATE POINT UNIT 401?+
Southside 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.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$3,595,000 runs 325% above the SARASOTA 34236 median — but at 2,831 sqft it's also 69% larger than the typical Sarasota listing.
02Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Strong assigned schools
Southside Elementary School, Booker High School, Booker Middle School — Southside Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $3,850,000, now $3,595,000 — a $255K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Susan Alliano. MLS #A4694319.
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